189 CH 173 Clash Just for fun

If you haven't noticed yet then let me inform you the Harem chapter is out and I already uploaded the pics so go there and give some likes.

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Yu Jin-Ho was definitely thinking of leaving everything to Hyung-nim's decision.

Remaining silent as long as Yu Jin-Ho's worries were deep, Jin finally raised his gaze.

"Hey, Jin-Ho. I am…."

Gulp.

Yu Jin-Ho swallowed his drying saliva.

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The Chairman of the Hunters Guild, Choi Jong-In, received a certain call. After answering that, he abandoned what he was doing, entered his private chamber, and began shouting out loudly at the phone.

"What was that?! Sung Jin-Woo was present during our raids yesterday and today?!"

The newly-appeared rank S Hunter, Sung Jin-Woo.

Such a man decided to present himself right before Choi Jong -In's own Guild, yet why did he fail to even notice that?! It was the same thing as kicking away the golden goose willing to enter his house.

It was enough to make him tear his hair out, but….

"Whaaat?! He was working for the mining team yesterday, and today, he was carrying luggage?!"

….After hearing that revelation, it did make sense for him to not know.

'Okay, for the time being, let's not worry about why he did what he did….'

He got this feeling that sweating over that mystery would only give him a case of a migraine and no tangible answer to chew on. Besides, that wasn't important at all.

'After White Tiger, us Hunters also owe that man now.'

Indeed, they were indebted to Sung Jin-Woo.

Choi Jong-In wished to talk to that man as equals as much as he could before attempting to scout him, but now, his position was no different than that of the White Tiger.

'Even still, I learned of the tenth and eleventh rank of S's existence before anyone else, so that's something.'

That's right.

The more pressing issue here was not the fact that his Guild received that man's aid, but rather, knowing of what his abilities were.

"Hunter Sung Jin-Woo, what type of Hunter was he?"

– "….."

As he listened to the explanation coming from the other side of the phone line, Choi Jong-In began talking progressively less and less.

The person he was talking to right now – the Hunter who took on the role of the raid team's captain, Sohn Ki-Hoon, wasn't a fellow who'd lie about something that didn't happen, or embellish something minor as if it was a big deal. Even then, Choi Jong-In asked reflexively.

"Did the Orcs hit you in the head or something??"

He asked after all that what Sohn Ki-Hoon talks about sounds bonkers and impossible.

"No Sir it wasn't an illusion or anything like that neither I hit my head."

"Are you telling me the truth??"

– "Yes, sir. That's all I saw."

'That's all he saw….?! Does that mean there could be more?!' 'Which he definitely is already I was there to witness the impending doom and how Jin appeared out of nowhere and destroy the Ice meteor with a single fire spell I never seen'

If Sung Jin-Woo was that powerful, then….

"If you compare him to me, then how about it?"

Although he may have sounded a bit childish just then, there was no better way to ascertain someone's strength than this question.

Sohn Ki-Hoon took a little time before continuing on.

– "Chairman. Can you cast a spell that kills over 300 Orcs simultaneously without batting an eye, Or can you solo an upper-grade rank A dungeon by yourself? Or can your single punch kill a Boss of A-rank dungeon"

All that not only sounds impossible but improbable for him.

"…..No, it's impossible."

– "However, that man did precisely that. He even dissuaded Cha Hunter-nim from lending her aid, as well."

'Cha Hae-In was there, too?'

Something felt a bit off, but her being there was not a big problem to worry about.

"Is there a chance that the dungeon was not an upper grade rank A?"

– "If it wasn't, we wouldn't have encountered so much difficulty, sir. That man saved us all."

"…."

Choi Jong-In was often referred to as the 'Ultimate Weapon'.

From a certain perspective, one could argue that he was being roundly disregarded in this situation, but rather than feeling sour, his heart was pounding harder instead.

'Me, Cha Hae-In, and then, Sung Jin-Woo. Then there's the Ice empress Esdeath'

"This was the golden chance that his Guild could become renowned in South Korea, no, Asia, no, the whole world, on the back of Sung Jin-Woo's abilities alone, not to mention Esdeath, who could bring death to a whole country.

– "Chairman Choi. I know that I'm in no position to advise you on how to run the Guild, but…."

Sohn Ki-Hoon was definitely not someone who'd go beyond his stations and run his mouth off about the Guild. So, Choi Jong-In became even more curious about what he might say next.

"No, it's fine. Please speak."

– "That man…. You must scout Sung Jin-Woo Hunter-nim to our Guild. With him, your dream might become a reality."

Ba-dump.

Choi Jong-In's heart began beating faster.

He tried very hard to disguise his trembling voice as he spoke.

"I'll do my best."

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The night was calm as Jin returned from his shopping expedition. He had meticulously stacked his inventory with all the essentials – food, clothes, water, and everything he might require during his upcoming grind.

The dinner table was set, and the aroma of a home-cooked meal wafted through the air. Jin's mother, Perk Han, had prepared a feast that filled the room with mouthwatering scents. Sitting at the table were three important women in Jin's life – his mother, his sister Jinah, and Esdeath.

As they gathered around the table, the conversation flowed naturally, a reflection of the familial bond they shared. Laughter and chatter filled the room as they talked about their day, their plans, and their dreams. Esdeath, with her commanding presence, was no stranger to Jin's family. Her icy exterior had warmed over time, especially in the presence of those who meant the most to Jin.

The conversation eventually turned to Jin's upcoming mission in their eyes. Perk Han, always the nurturing mother, couldn't help but worry about her son's safety. "Jin, please promise me you'll be careful out there. We can't bear the thought of anything happening to you."

Jinah chimed in, concern etched on her face. "Oppa, you better come back in one piece. Don't make me come looking for you."

Esdeath, known for her stoic demeanor, gazed at Jin with an intensity that conveyed her worry. "You know I'll be waiting for you to return. Just make sure you do."

Jin smiled, touched by the genuine concern of his family. "I promise, I'll be careful. I have the best team with me, and I'll come back safely, just like always."

The dinner continued, the warmth of their family bond melting away the worries of the outside world, if only for a little while. Despite the impending separation, they cherished these moments together. In the midst of laughter, love, and shared dreams, they found solace and strength.

After the meal, as they bid each other farewell, entering their own rooms, there was a lingering sense of hope and anticipation. They knew that, as a Hunter, he was bound to face danger, but with the love and support of his family and Esdeath, he would always return home – a promise they held dear in their hearts.

After a lovely dinner with the family, he already discussed or told them about his important trip related to the Hunter Business. And he will be gone for at least 20 days.

And all women in the home weren't happy with the sudden disappearance, especially when he just came back, but both knew nothing could be done here. Hunter business is just that important. So after a huge mess, both just wished him good luck and told him to come back as soon as possible.

Jin shrugged as he threw the kitchen stuff and went to his room and found Esdeath, seemingly ready to retire for the night. It was yet another comforting sight to end his day with.

"Oh, you're here. I always thought I was a pretty good liar, but it seems you've got me beat in yet another aspect," Esdeath yawned, her eyes tracing his movements.

Jin chuckled softly as he changed his clothes. "Well, babe, let me tell you, you're not a good liar. In fact, I don't think you've ever lied in your life," he playfully countered.

"Mmm, you might have a point there. On a completely different note, did you order something earlier? A package arrived a few hours ago, and it's quite mysterious. No markings or anything," Esdeath remarked, pointing towards the enigmatic package resting on a nearby table.

Jin nodded, a knowing smile forming on his lips as he sensed the contents he'd ordered. Observing his expression, Esdeath couldn't resist her curiosity. "Would you mind sharing what's inside?"

"It's just a little passion project, an experiment of sorts," Jin replied cryptically, his gaze locked onto hers.

"I see," Esdeath responded, her curiosity piqued. "But is it really necessary to leave so soon after returning?"

"You know very well why I have to go. It's crucial," Jin explained, a hint of determination in his eyes. Then, his expression turned mischievous. "But how about I make it up to you?" He inched closer, his hands framing her face.

With a playful smile, Esdeath questioned, "What do you have in mind?"

His voice dropped to a seductive whisper, "I plan to keep you wide awake until you're begging for rest."

She wrapped her arms around his neck and gracefully flipped him onto his back. "Mmm… Well, I won't complain about that. Now, get over here."

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*Zzz!* *Zzz!* Zzz!*

On a remote Island that wasn't even on the map, the raindrops hitting a huge fire tornado like bullets fired from a machine gun, and most of them were instantly evaporated into gas.

The torrential rain summoned by Esdeath continued to fall, causing the temperature of the fire tornado created by Jin to gradually drop.

"How coward of her to play games with me," Jin bristled, thinking inwardly with displeasure.

The torrential rain summoned by Esdeath was not so bad as to render Jin's mana pool ineffective, but it did limit its exertion to a great extent.

Continuing like this, His fire tornado would hardly be able to deal effective damage to her.

"It looks like it's time to switch... How about some glass Shards?" Jin made a quick judgment and decided to launch a different attack.

Just as he was about to do this change suddenly rose!

A white orb of pure solid ice weighing over tons flew from nowhere and suddenly hit Jin on the ground.

Amidst the chaos of battle, the clash between Jin and Esdeath intensified. Jin's primary focus remained on finding Esdeath amidst the swirling snowstorm. However, his attention was abruptly diverted as a colossal ice ball smashed into him, sending him hurtling six feet underground. In the blink of an eye, the landscape changed as the iceball's surface sprouted massive spikes, threatening to impale Jin. Yet, with astonishing speed and precision, Jin shattered them into countless fragments, his sheer force negating their deadly intent. The ground quaked from the impact as Jin, still clutching the colossal iceball, prepared to retaliate.

"Boom!"

With explosive force, Jin launched the iceball back at Esdeath. The projectile was propelled with such velocity that it broke the sound barrier, creating a sonic boom that echoed through the battlefield. However, just as it seemed poised to strike Esdeath, the iceball underwent a remarkable transformation.

In a surreal display of power, the iceball transmuted into delicate snowflakes, cascading around Esdeath like a mesmerizing flurry of sakura petals. Each snowflake was a work of art, and they danced gracefully around her, creating a breathtaking spectacle. Jin's deathball had been rendered harmless, leaving only a shower of enchanting snowflakes in its wake. Pupils shrunk, looking down at the ice that tore his he had bought yesterday, his eyes twitching.

Jin emerged from the crater, his clothing torn and his expression a mix of awe and frustration. "That was pretty cold!" he quipped, a wry smile on his lips.

"Come babe you know the rules," Esdeath chuckled softly, her eyes gleaming with a mischievous glint. She snapped her fingers, and in response, the seemingly harmless snowflakes began to spin with increasing velocity, transforming into a deadly storm of icy disks or more likely beyblade or millions of beyblades. As the blizzard of blades approached Jin, Esdeath voiced the unspoken principles of combat, her words cutting through the chaos. "There are some basic principles that are shared by everyone who has some basic knowledge about combat regardless of their fighting style:

Do not take a blow when you can block.

Do not block when you can dodge.

And do not dodge when you can counterattack."

One does not need to be an expert to understand the importance of following these principles, for they can be considered common sense rather than a profound secret. Alas, it is exactly because they are common sense that they are not applicable in this very particular scenario.

These principles were sage advice under normal circumstances, but this battle was anything but normal. Jin, with a steely resolve, muttered a single word, "Shredding Cyclone." His command birthed a colossal cyclone composed of glass and hurricane-force winds.

Now the typhoon is wide with the winds inside it was faster than the speed of sound, so now even near it could rip you apart and turn you into very small chunks of meat.

And this was alone from wind speed and combined with glass shards, it became so deadly that it could turn even the most durable things into meat paste. The cyclone tore through the battlefield, shredding anything in its path. Its speed was beyond the realm of human comprehension, capable of reducing the sturdiest structures to rubble and organic matter to a gruesome pulp. The tempest's fury was heightened by countless shards of glass, turning it into a veritable meat grinder.

As the colossal forces of nature collided, shockwaves reverberated through the battlefield. The spectacle was awe-inspiring, a testament to the incredible powers at play. Yet, despite the monumental clash, the snowflakes could only hold out for so long against the overwhelming might of the Shredding Cyclone. Nature's forces waned, leaving the battlefield transformed but not vanquished. Jin wasted no time whatsoever, launching himself at Esdeath, tearing the glass typhoon, breaking the sound barrier like it was nothing in an attempt to catch her off guard like before. However, just as his fist was about to connect with Esdeath's nose, Esdeath's head moved to the right thanks to her instincts alone, which had honed her live fighting dangerous creatures, causing his fist to go past her.

He was faster, stronger, tougher, yet she had much greater experience than him, as it had been months at most since he started fighting, but her whole life was fighting, so instincts alone she was able to react to him.

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Stones?