Chapter 1043 – 1043. Divine Might
Friday, June 25th.
Sitting on the sofa in front of me was the sex doll connected to Amatsuka Koyori, kneeling naked on the floor.
“As Lord Fushin instructed, I have investigated the Erosion Dungeon that appeared in Hokkaido, as well as the Japan Association and the Korean Suwol Guild.”
I stretched out my foot. I rubbed Koyori’s white thigh, gradually moving upwards, and used my foot to tease her breasts. Her breasts distorted under my foot. I pinched and twisted her nipples with my toes.
“Hngh… I will report… The first assault team of the Suwol Guild was dispatched to the Erosion Dungeon, where a new dungeon gate appeared. The first assault team was caught in the dungeon gate and was annihilated.”
“Annihilated? Not missing, but annihilated?”
I stopped teasing her nipples and wrote on her body to convey my meaning. It was a question asking if the assault team’s corpses had been found.
“The corpses have not been found. To be precise, due to the Suwol Guild’s intervention, the Hokkaido branch of the Japan Association has been unable to do anything. However, the Japan Association is speculating that the Suwol Guild’s first assault team was annihilated.”
“……”
I fell silent. Logically speaking, the Japan Association’s speculation was almost certain. I asked about the dungeon that had appeared in the Erosion Dungeon.
“It is an A-rank open dungeon. The Suwol Guild’s second assault team has been dispatched, and… the Hokkaido branch of the Japan Association is just watching.”
“Why are they just watching? It’s happening in Hokkaido, so it’s not someone else’s problem, is it?”
“I understand it’s due to contract issues.”
It seemed the Suwol Guild had secured a contract where they were the dominant party.
Even if it was just a branch, it was still an association. It was difficult for most guilds to be in a dominant position. It had to be the Suwol Guild.
“You said the second assault team is currently attacking. What is the current situation?”
“They are clearing the Erosion Dungeon and plan to attack the open dungeon this afternoon.”
I sighed. Like me, the Suwol Guild would be hoping that Han Harin was still alive. However, the possibility was infinitely low. And I didn’t have much faith in the Suwol Guild’s second assault team.
“Koyori, can’t you step in directly?”
If Koyori, an S-rank, stepped in directly, the dungeon would be cleared much faster than if the Suwol Guild did it.
“The region I operate in is different, and since the dungeon is already under contract with the Suwol Guild, it is impossible. If I were to force my way in… it could become an international issue.”
That’s right.
And this was also a matter of pride for the Suwol Guild. They would try to resolve it on their own without outside help.
Moreover, if Koyori were to force her way in, her influence could be shaken. Since it was already under contract, the Hokkaido branch of the Japan Association would also object.
There was nothing I could do. With a troubled mind, I played with Koyori all night.
•••
Saturday, June 26th.
Public opinion towards the Korean Hunter Association was getting worse. This was because they still hadn’t caught the Thorn Mask who had committed the massacre. On the internet, people were cursing the association’s incompetence and even digging up past mistakes to criticize them.
Reporters were enthusiastically writing articles bashing the association, and even public broadcasting news was criticizing them.
Even so, this was a bit strange.
‘Is someone using the media to keep the Hunter Association in check?’
The government and politicians came to mind. In recent years, the authority of the Hunter Association had been steadily increasing. It was enough for the government to feel threatened. They had been biding their time and were now using this opportunity to keep the association in check.
‘That’s quite possible, isn’t it? …But it’s none of my business.’
The association might be in trouble, but as someone not affiliated with them, I was just watching from the sidelines. The media was only attacking the association, not the hunters themselves.
‘It’s a bit pitiful for Baek Ji-eun, who’s running around so busily.’
I was currently on the KTX heading to Busan. Baek Ji-eun had asked for my help, but I refused and took the train to meet Park Suho. It wasn’t for Park Suho’s sake. There were a few things that bothered me.
I arrived at Busan Station.
I could see Park Suho and the followers of the Gwangwon Church standing in front of the station. They were all wearing some kind of old-fashioned training uniform, which made them stand out. And the cult-like atmosphere was so strong that people around them kept their distance.
“Yujin hyung! Over here!”
“Mr. Sung Yujin! Welcome to Busan!”
“Our Gwangwon Church does not discriminate against anyone!”
Park Suho and the other Gwangwon Church followers were making a commotion. The surroundings buzzed. Words like Gwangwon Church and cult were being exchanged. Some people seemed to recognize me.
‘Soon, there will be rumors that I’ve fallen into a cult.’
I was annoyed.
Should I shout something? As I was pondering, Kang Jiwoo caught my eye. Her pure beauty couldn’t be hidden even by the old-fashioned training uniform.
‘She’s even prettier in person.’
Seeing something pretty made my annoyance naturally subside. I approached them.
“Hyung! Welcome! It’s your first time with the Gwangwon Church, so it might be a bit unfamiliar, but if you experience the Gwangwon Church, you’ll definitely gain faith.”
I stared intently at Park Suho.
His face was much more lively than when I had seen him before. His eyes were also sparkling. It didn’t feel like he was acting.
‘Has he been brainwashed? Or has he really fallen for the cult that is the Gwangwon Church?’
It was likely brainwashing. He wouldn’t have sent me that text asking for help for no reason.
“Mr. Sung Yujin. It’s an honor to meet such a famous hunter.”
Kang Jiwoo spoke to me. I turned my gaze from Park Suho to look at her. Seeing a beautiful woman after looking at Park Suho made me feel better. She smiled sweetly. The dimples on her cheeks were cute.
“Yes. I’m Sung Yujin. You’re Kang Jiwoo, right?”
“I’m Kang Jiwoo, the seventh guide of the Gwangwon Church.”
The ruling class of the Gwangwon Church consisted of eight people. The leader and seven guides. The leader was the highest, followed by the seven guides.
The leader and the other guides were all overseas. The Gwangwon Church’s origins were not in Korea but in China, and it was expanding its influence in the West, including the United States and the United Kingdom. In other words, Kang Jiwoo was the head of the Korean branch of the Gwangwon Church.
Kang Jiwoo extended her hand to me. It was a gesture for a handshake. I took her hand. I could feel the soft texture.
After introducing ourselves, we immediately boarded the large bus prepared by the Gwangwon Church. On the side of the bus, there was a terribly cult-like advertisement that read, ‘Believe and you will be blessed! Gwangwon Church!’
Usually, cults don’t reveal that they are cults. They know that the perception of cults is bad. But the Gwangwon Church was different. They didn’t hide their religion. They were quite dangerous among cults.
“Mr. Yujin. I was so happy when I heard you were coming to our Gwangwon Church.”
Kang Jiwoo, who was sitting next to me, said with a bright smile. She was close. I could smell her fragrant scent.
“…To be honest, I’m not interested in religion. Suho is just so insistent that I came here once.”
“Yes. I know. You don’t believe in any religion, right?”
“Did Suho tell you?”
“No. I investigated separately. You’re famous, so I just searched online and it came right up. You’ve been on TV and there were several interview articles.”
“Haha. You’ve seen all of that. I’m a bit embarrassed.”
I grinned. Unlike my words, I didn’t feel embarrassed at all. I actually felt good that a beautiful woman recognized me. I could understand why people wanted to become celebrities.
“People call our Gwangwon Church a cult. But we swear we don’t force anyone to believe. We just inform and persuade people about the teachings of the Gwangwon Church. Even if you don’t join the Gwangwon Church, we won’t dislike or hate you.”
Her voice, expression, and eyes. Everything was charming.
‘If a woman like this was doing sex evangelism, it would be inevitable to join a cult….’
I could understand why Park Suho had joined a cult like the Gwangwon Church.
‘…No. Wait. Park Suho, that bastard, slept with a woman who looked like a Moai. Is Park Suho an idiot? He is an idiot.’
I glanced at Park Suho, who was sitting in the back seat. He was holding hands and talking with his Moai-like girlfriend. He was grinning, as if he was enjoying the conversation.
‘She’s really grotesque in person. Park Suho, that guy was so picky about women’s faces….’
I never thought he would date a woman who looked like a Moai.
“Mr. Yujin. Could I ask for your autograph?”
“My autograph? Jiwoo-ssi. I’m not a celebrity, even though I’ve been on TV a few times.”
“Do you only get autographs from celebrities? You get autographs from sports stars too. And you’re a super rookie who might become an S-rank hunter in the future. I want to get your autograph in advance.”
“…You put it that way, so I can’t help it. Okay. I’ll give you an autograph.”
“If it’s not too much trouble, could we take a picture together?”
I paused for a moment at the mention of a picture.
There was a chance that the picture would spread and there would be rumors that I was obsessed with a cult.
But Kang Jiwoo, who was captivated by my charm, was looking at me with sparkling eyes, wanting to take a picture with me. It was hard to ignore a fan’s request.
‘Well, if there’s a problem, I can solve it with hacking. I can even hold a hearing to explain.’
“If Jiwoo-ssi wants it, a picture is nothing. Haha.”
“Wow! I’m so excited. I was worried you might refuse. Okay, like this….”
Kang Jiwoo switched her smartphone to selfie mode and pressed her body close to mine. Her body touched mine. I could smell her fragrance. By the way, the training uniform she was wearing was made of thin fabric.
“It would be better if we were a little closer. Sorry.”
“No. I’m fine.”
Kang Jiwoo’s chest touched my arm. It was soft. Even though she had a slender figure, she had at least some breasts. An A cup, though.
‘This woman… she’s finally showing her true colors. She’s definitely trying to get me to join the cult with sex evangelism. Not bad…. I was already thinking that it would be okay to join the Gwangwon Church about 30% of the time.’
“Oh dear. The angle isn’t right.”
Kang Jiwoo leaned in closer. It went up 5% to 35%.
Click, click!
Kang Jiwoo checked the selfies she had taken and frowned, as if she didn’t like them.
“Look here. The picture came out a bit blurry. Mr. Yujin. I’m sorry, but could we take it again?”
“Oh dear. Taking selfies isn’t easy, is it? You can take as many as you want.”
Why not ask Park Suho or someone else to take it? The words were stuck in my throat, but I swallowed them and took selfies with Kang Jiwoo.
By the time we had taken a satisfactory selfie, we had already arrived at our destination. It seemed to be on the outskirts of the city. There were three three-story dormitory buildings, as well as buildings such as a sports field and an auditorium. The area around the buildings was densely wooded.
‘I expected it, but it really feels like a church retreat.’
There were no convenience stores nearby. When I asked, the nearest convenience store was about a 5-minute drive away.
‘Typical of a cult.’
I took a deep breath. At least the air was good.
“Mr. Yujin. Please come this way.”
Kang Jiwoo said to me with a smile.
“Oh? Are you going to guide me, Jiwoo-ssi? Aren’t you busy? You’re the person in charge here, right?”
“You’re a special guest, so I have to guide you. And I’m not particularly busy. There are many people who help me, and the followers are all good people.”
I glanced at Park Suho.
“Hyung, you’re lucky. It’s really rare for Jiwoo noona to deal with someone directly. Well, you’re a B-rank hunter and you have a promising future.”
Park Suho understood on his own.
I understood too.
‘A beauty like Kang Jiwoo should be dealing with me. A nobody like Park Suho isn’t on my level.’
I turned my head away from Park Suho and followed Kang Jiwoo.
