Chapter 67:

Chapter 67:

Chapter 67

The sight stunned the people. It was shocking enough to make them forget their anger.

【Dokgo Jun, is that...!】

【I knew he was crazy, but this is something else.】

【He's ruthless, even to his own snake...】

【Why? I actually like him. He's an interesting guy.】

Dokgo Jun laughed as if he was satisfied with the people's reactions. Seo Gangrim knew he was crazy, but he didn't expect him to be this insane. Dokgo Jun raised his sword and looked at Seo Gangim. "Now, let's go, Seo Gangrim."

"Sure. But there's something we need to discuss first."

Dokgo Jun might be crazy, but if he could be useful, Seo Gangrim would use him to the fullest. Just then, Yoon Bom and Yoon Geoul were also running towards them.

"Master! Are you okay? What in the world...!"

"Why are there so many dead snakes here?"

By now, everyone he needed had gathered around. With this, they might have a chance to deal with Steel. Seo Gangrim spoke to the crowd, "I have a favor to ask of all of you."

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"Annaby, what's the current situation?"

"Currently, the trainees from Zones Two and Three are facing off against Steel. There are multiple injuries, but no fatalities."

Gong Joo had entered the Demon World and was rushing to the scene with the other two team members. News of the appearance of the beast Steel had been relayed to the leaders of each team. With the exception of the team members who had been dispatched to subjugate the demon beasts that appeared on the streets, most of the personnel had gathered in the Chamber of Poisonous Snakes. Ju Seongtae followed behind Gong Joon and grumbled, "I don't understand what the director is thinking. The trainees might die..."

"That's why we're here. To be prepared for the worst-case scenario."

The director had left the trainees in charge of the situation, but if they made a mistake, there was a possibility of many casualties. Therefore, if it was deemed that the trainees had no chance of winning, the team leaders were authorized to take over.

As they rushed to the scene, Steel could be heard howling and thrashing around.

"Team Leader Jong, you're late."

Seomun Yongneo had already arrived at the scene. She was easy to spot since she wasn't wearing a mask, revealing her smiling face. Gong Joo returned her greeting and greeted others as well, "Team Leader Yang, it's been a while."

"Hmmm, long time no see..."

Team Leader Yang Yibaek, from Zone Three, let out a big yawn. He looked like the image of exhaustion. Seeing Yang Yibaek, Gong Joo couldn't hide his displeasure and said, "But Team Leader Yang, shouldn't you be wearing the regulation attire like the other agents?"

Yang Yibaek looked similar to the other agents but had a noticeably different outfit. He wasn't wearing a tie or gloves, had mismatched buttons, and was wearing slippers with three stripes.

"I'm wearing a mask, so I don't need to wear the uniform."

Yang Yibaek said as he lightly tapped his mask. At this, Gong Joo struggled to hold back from scolding him. Yang Yibaek either didn't care or pretended not to notice and sat down on a rock with a thud.

"What about the team leader of Zone Four?"

"He's on an assignment and couldn't make it."

'Such a big target and she missed?'

Yoon Bom had the gift of markmanship. It didn't make sense for her bullet to miss.

Just as Steel was about to approach Yoon Bom, someone appeared from the other side.

"Hey, over here!"

There stood someone who resembled Yoon Bom. The difference was in the weapons. Yoon Geoul held a massive bow while standing on a tree. Due to its immense size, it was anchored to the tree by the base of the great bow. The arrows were also huge, more like spears, suitable for the massive bow.

-Zhooosh...!

He pulled the sturdy iron string, causing the muscles in his arms to swell as if they were about to burst.

-Pahng!

After releasing the string, the arrow tore through the air and flew towards Steel. However, the arrow barely grazed his side. Feeling the pain on his side, Steel turned around. As he looked at Yoon Geoul, Steel opened his mouth in annoyance.

Whoosh!

Flames erupted towards Yoon Geoul, but he seemed determined not to dodge. Suddenly, Linnie, who had been standing beside Yoon Geoul, lifted her head towards the flames.

"Owung!"

[Ability 'Water Manipulation' is activated!]

Water surged up from the river and formed a massive shield. When the flames hit the shield made of water, they sizzled and evaporated instantly. The surroundings became thick with mist, now shrouded in fog. Unable to see his enemies, Steel appeared to be in panic.

Thud!

Amidst the mist, the sound of gunshots and arrows flying could be heard. Steel alternated between firing flames in the two directions.

Gong Joo's pupils turned cold as he watched this scene. 'That is the great bow from my armory. Did he ignore my warning and bring out more than three?'

If the trainees in Zone Two became stronger, it would be a good thing for Gong Joo, but there was a clear reason for setting quantity limits. While team leaders often help their trainees from behind the scenes, it's definitely not encouraged. If one or two trainees among Zone Two had powerful weapons, they might be thought to have obtained them through their own means or from a god. But if everyone had powerful weapons? To prevent a situation where Gong Joo's tail was stepped on, he had limited the number of weapons that could be taken out to a maximum of two. However, if Seo Gangrim ignored him and violated the agreement, he couldn't just let it slide. To find out how many weapons Seo Gangrim had taken, Gong Joo whispered to Annaby as he handed over the armory key.

"Check if Jeon Eodo is still in the armory. Also, find out how many weapons Seo Gangrim took."

If Seo Gangrim violated the agreement and took more than allowed, Gong Joo planned to confiscate the key. Even if Seo Gangrim was an excellent trainee, Gong Joo couldn't tolerate him defying his will.

Annaby nodded and quickly left. Meanwhile, Seomun Yongneo, as if finding something amusing, said, "These are quite good weapons. Where do you think he got them?"

"Bought them from the store."

Gong Joo replied dryly, and Lady Seomun laughed out loud. It was then that Joo Sungtae spoke up, puzzled, "But what are those two doing? None of their attacks are landing..."

Indeed, Steel hadn't received a single effective hit. They were just taking turns attacking him. As Steel roared and attempted to breathe fire at Yoon Bom again, something unexpected happened.

Grrr, grrr...

Fire was about to spew from his mouth, but it soon withered and disappeared.

Seomun Yongneo's eyes sparkled with interest. "It seems like his fuel has run out."

Steel's behavior pattern was simple. He had various attack methods for close-range opponents, but if the enemy was at a distance, he prioritized firing flames. Yoon Bom and Yoon Geoul had distanced themselves from him and enticed his flame attacks until his fuel ran dry.

Krooogh!

Steel, unable to emit flames, rushed wildly towards Yoon Bom. At that moment, numerous tree branches began to sprout from the ground.

[Ability 'Way of the Forest' activated!]