Chapter 87 – Chapter 21. A New Team.
The first hero test has begun.
This time, there were a lot of particularly strong candidates. Among them, there was a name that Jihyeok had heard at first glance. Even if he couldn’t remember his name, it meant that he would become a B-class hero.
Still, the mixed-race prisoner, who endured hellish training every day, beat his opponent without hesitation and went on a winning streak. In fact, because she was Agel’s recommendation, she was already receiving people’s attention. However, because she was a colleague of Jihyeok, there were some who doubted the fairness of her letter of recommendation.
Fortunately, with Mafushu’s winning streak, those doubts went back in as if they hadn’t come out yet. Even if there was a personal request, there was no problem at all if he wrote a letter of recommendation if he had this level of skill. Because the strong are the corporate world.
That’s how Mafushu easily became the last 8 people. Now, the ranking match remains.
Her first opponent was someone Ji-hyeok knew well. He was the orc Giranosh. He motivates such a tutorial. In this episode, Ji-hyeok and him had a bad relationship.
See you here again.
Of course, even after 3 years, his personality was still like shit. Her bastard looked down on her as she was much smaller than he was. A wild roar erupted immediately.
Ooh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh!!
Then he jumped up and mercilessly struck down the huge iron club. If hit, it was an attack that went to the goal. It was an attitude that didn’t care that if you killed the opponent, you would be eliminated.
How can this bastard never change?
Of course, there was no way that Mafushu would be hit by such a low-level attack. She has already reached the level of a C-class warrior, having gone through countless battles with Ji-hyeok. Giranosh wasn’t too weak either, but to her, it was barely the level of an orc.
Tadadak.
The half-breed beastman, who lowered his body, moved like lightning. And with a javelin, he hit the guy’s side vigorously.
ㅡㅡ!!
If stabbed, it would surely have been fatal, but if she accidentally stabbed her heart, she would be in trouble, so she avoided sticking a spear into her body if possible.
“This shit… !”
The orc swung his iron club across Booung. Mafushu swiftly grabbed her body and at the same time slammed the guy’s instep with her spear.
ㅡㅡㅡ!!!
Kiranosh again slammed her iron club at Mafushu’s head. But this time too, she moved quickly and evaded the attack.
His face was very distorted with a high-drug expression. Just looking at it, it was a look full of life.
Ji-hyeok wanted to hit her with his fist and kill half of her, but it was a bit like hanging out with such a low-level guy as a warrior. There’s no need to tarnish your reputation because of this guy.
Anyway, Ma Hushu made the most of her own strength and drove her bastard. Certainly, the special training was worthwhile.
To be honest, if I had tried to kill him, I would have killed him a long time ago, but it seemed to take some time to subdue him. Orcs have good stamina and recovery, don’t they?
However, when both legs were caught in the spear and the wind holes began to pop out, he could not stand it any longer and collapsed. Still, he looked ugly as he struggled to the end, screaming.
“Lee Seabaal, I’ll kill you.
Of course, the referee ended the game. Of course, it was Mafushu’s victory. She took her victory with ease and approached the captain with a smile on her face. She then looked at her with a sharp posture and a loud report.
“I came back victorious, Captain!”
“Yeah, well done.”
Two days later, she also won her second match. All that was left was the match for 1st and 2nd place.
The last opponent was Lizardman Gorika. As far as Jihyeok remembers, he knew that he had risen to the A rank. He had no way of confirming it, but from the way he moved and the momentum he exhaled, it didn’t seem like a false memory.
She predicted that she would be a formidable opponent for Ma Hushu.
However, the mixed-race beastman confidently won the bastard with a great performance. This was unexpected even for Jihyuk. Although that Lizard Man was a little clumsy in dealing with Mahu Shu, she showed a feat beyond her expectations.
After all, isn’t it really S-class?
Of course, the possibility was low, but I still had a little hope after seeing this fight.
Anyway, in doing so, Mafushu confidently won first place in her first test. She too was very happy. Maybe it’s because she thinks she’s one step closer to becoming a great warrior.
Two days later, it was mission selection day. With the team already assembled, all she had to do was choose her mission and set off right away.
Ji-hyeok returns to her mansion and gathers the entire Mafushu team one last time before leaving.
Captain Mafushu, tanker Gide, dealer Kayak, wizard Yayel, and the newly recruited healer Brandt. The five of them sat around the table and looked at the hero.
“You worked hard preparing this far. As we all know, this is the first time Ma Hushu has led her team. So she must have an awkward side. However, she has no doubts that if she gathers strength while making up for each other’s shortcomings, she will surely be able to return safely after completing her mission. It’s not like everyone went around for a day or two, right?”
Everyone smiled and glanced at each other. Jihyeok continued her words.
“If you guys leave, I will leave as well. Maybe you guys will come back first. You must think that you will become Hero Mafushu at that time.”
“Okay, Captain! I will definitely become a hero!!”
Mahoushu shouted so loudly. It was nice to still be full of energy. After a friendly dinner, they parted ways to their respective rooms. Jihyeok did not forget the words of request by sneakily summoning the kayak.
“As I said before, you have to take good care of Mafushu. Through this expedition, make sure he knows what it’s like to be in charge of a team. … You’re smart, so you’ll understand what I mean.”
“All right. I will definitely take responsibility and assist Captain Mafushu.”
“Yes, I believe.”
Jihyeok firmly believed in the ability of this loyal Lizardman. A kayak will do just fine.
That night. Yayel came to Jihyeok’s room for some reason. Even wearing a nighty nightgown. Of course, the warrior didn’t know what that meant. Still, since Azel, the teacher, was in the next room, it was better to go to another room if possible.
“Let’s go.”
Yayel followed the captain without a word. The two entered the room without the owner. She couldn’t stand it and hugged him.
“Captain… !”
“Yes, our Yayel.”
That’s how I spent a rich and hot night with the drug addict assistant.
… And, the two days went by like lightning.
Jihyeok and Mafushu went to the academy together. This time, the 15th prince personally brought a scroll with the mission written on it.
Mahushu was called first, went up to the podium, chose a 20-point mission, and came down. Her job was to slay the monsters in the Southern Continent. With this, she seemed to be able to complete it and return.
They left the academy again. Team Mafushu was already waiting for the half-breed beastman to arrive with their luggage tied up nearby. They are ready to leave anytime.
“Then, I’ll be back, Captain!”
“You are the captain now, Mafushu. Tell your Excellency.”
“Yes, Your Excellency. Well, I’ll be there…”
Looking at Jihyeok, Mafushu’s eyes became moist. She turned around and walked away, then suddenly sprinted back toward the hero. She and she were held captive in his arms.
“Why are you being silly from the start, hmm?”
The captain gently stroked the head of Mafushu who was being held. She corrected her expression again as if she had shown ugliness and shouted loudly.
“I will return with a good mission accomplished, Captain… , No, Your Excellency!”
“Okay, have a good trip.”
Kayak bent her waist toward Jihyeok before leaving. The warrior also looked at him and nodded his head.
So, the Mafushu team left for the southern continent to carry out their mission. It was the first time Jihyeok had left the team like this, so it felt a little strange. Should I say it’s cool?
The hero started walking toward the mansion alone. The dimly lit room became brighter and brighter. Even though it was early in the morning, the main streets of the capital were crowded.
He was immersed in long contemplation for the first time in a while. After walking for a while, someone sneaked up next to him. Someone, it turned out to be Orc Grendal.
“Why did you come out? Wait inside.”
“Kayak insisted. I want you to stay by my side, Captain.”
Jihyeok smiled. That guy too. It seemed that it was too much for her to have to leave the captain she respected.
“Yes, thank you.”
The hero patted Glendal’s broad back with his chin. The two walked shoulder to shoulder again in silence.
In front of the mansion was Grace, smoking a cigarette. She saw two men walking side by side from afar and slowly approached them. They met halfway.
“Did it go well?”
“Oh, everyone went well.”
Grace walked beside the remaining warrior. When the three entered the mansion like that, they saw the team members standing outside the entrance. Still, the captain got up early in the morning and went out, but it seemed that he was a little concerned that his subordinates were rubbing on the bed.
“Thank you for coming to meet me. We’re leaving tomorrow too, so everyone go in and get some rest today.”
“Yep, boss.”
On this night, the warrior gathered all the team members and delivered words of encouragement and request for the last time. And after having dinner together, they dispersed.
Jihyeok was checking his gym bag for the last time when his teacher, Azel, came to the room.
“… You are leaving tomorrow.”
“Yes, that’s how it is…”
“So do we… , It’s time to say goodbye.”
The disciple smiled and spread his arms. The master walked quickly and took him into his arms.
“Wait for me at the cabin. I will find you. … Or you can just move it here. How is it?”
However, the master shook his head.
“No, that is my house. I’m out of breath because I’m here. … Have to go down I’m worried because it’s been empty for a long time.”
“… All right, then.”
The two looked at each other passionately and kissed. It was a passionate and warm kiss. And at the same time, it became the embers that lit their bodies on fire.
The two priests tangled violently on the bed. The master shouted to pour a lot of baby seeds into the depths of himself. The disciple poured semen to the master’s will.
… And, the next day.
Master Azel left the mansion very early in the morning without his pupil’s knowledge. When the hero awoke, the fairy had already left.
Ji-hyeok was a bit regretful that he couldn’t kiss goodbye, but he soon let go of the lingering feelings. It was a fairy who left anyway. It was meaningless to those who felt sorry for them. From now on, it was right to focus on what was right in front of us.
The Hero team woke up early in the morning to get ready to leave. They climbed into the carriage watching the dawn.
The wagon carrying the six soon left the capital of the empire. The sun rising from the horizon illuminated the world brightly. Jihyeok thought that the Mafushu team was also looking at the rising sun over there.
Woo woo.
Ludbine, who was sitting across from the hero, let out a long sigh while watching the capital recede. It was my first ever expedition. Of course there is bound to be tension.
A romantic expedition, and fresh love… !
Her red-haired, freckled maiden was still steeped in the fantasy. She glanced at the captain across from her. It reminded me of a novel I had read before. Coincidentally, the main characters of the novel were warriors and wizards. It felt like destiny to her.
“Are you nervous?”
“… Yes, a little.”
“Everyone is like that the first time. Just don’t put too much pressure on it.”
“Yes, I understand, chief.”
Healer Grace was still chewing on her pipe. She glanced at the two men and women conversing, then looked out of the carriage again. Woo woo. A cloud of gray smoke flew away, mixing with the tail-like sand dust and disappearing.
The inside of the carriage soon became as quiet as a corpse.
