Chapter 187: Union

Chapter 187: Union

[Dragons Appearing in the Middle of the City? Is Seoul Safe?]

[Seven dragons lingering over Seoul. It seems they all gathered because of one man.]

Various articles were spreading around. Large tow trucks were participating, and every broadcast news channel was stirring up the situation together.

Some of it was accurate, but most were incorrect.

‘At least I wore a mask midway, thank goodness.’

As a result, the status of the Masked Man, my other identity, skyrocketed among the followers of the Masked Clan.

I reviewed the accumulated tasks in the guild after seeing the reports.

The Electronic Witch was watching and asking me about the past month’s events.

“So, do you really have a talent for controlling dragons?”

“It would be nice if I did.”

Really.

The Dark Flame Dragon and the Void Dragon were exceptions; usually, dragons didn’t get along well.

If I hadn’t been in a position like the youngest sibling, I would have spent a month just stopping dragon fights.

Still, I learned a lot during that time.

I could use basic dragon language and build a foundation in magic.

-Actually, it’s not the best method.

‘That’s true.’

My Heaven Defying Control ability surpassed that of even the Heavenly Demon.

It’s absurd because her status as a transcendent among the transcendent was due to the unique position she held. The founder of Black God Martial Arts and the leader of the Celestial Demon Cult. Even the Emperor with the talent of ‘domination’ couldn’t match my control ability.

‘So, I thought learning magic would make it easier.’

I couldn’t master magic.

The Energy of Defying Heaven that flowed through my entire body had a nature that rejects magic. However, when the conceptual stat synergy was released and combined with the Sword of Autumn, I could use nearly infinite magic.

I thought I could use magic like dragons with that, but it was impossible.

‘Well, learning spells using the Energy of Defying Heaven is good enough.’

The one who taught me was Eternal Heaven.

Lately, she seemed more useful than Black Heaven, but I didn’t show it. Otherwise, she’d really get sulky.

I started training while managing the guild. It was thanks to the talent I bought to use magic or spells while wielding a sword.

[Skill, 「Dual Minds(S)」-250,000P]

The ability to split one’s mind in two.

Usually, this skill is bought by those who follow the magic swordsman path, but I needed it too.

Since I used twin swords.

The Sword of Spring, the Sword of Summer, the Sword of Autumn, and the Sword of Winter combined to form the Sword of Four Seasons and maximizing the use of Black Heaven was my ultimate goal.

And since I could embed Vigilance, one of the reasons I stopped the Dark Flame Dragon, into the sword, I had to buy it someday.

I sat down and checked my status window.

Black hair and black eyes.

[Name: Lee Seo-ha]

Alias: Savior.

Special Stats.

Combat: 50.

Shadow (影): 95.

Dragon (龍): 55.

Conceptual Stats.

Defying Heaven: 100.

Synergy: 45.

◈Talents.

-「Reading(-)」, 「Celestial(?)」, 「Eternity(S+)」, 「Sword Demon(S+)」, 「Black Heaven Dragon Blood(S+)」, 「Infinite Stamina(S)」, 「Apostle Transformation(S)」, 「Golden Hand(S)」, 「Grand Master's Talent(S)」

◈Skills.

-「Black Flame Whirling God(?)」, 「Black Flame Divine Sword(S+)」, 「Divine Sight(S)」, 「Martial Arts Origin(S)」, 「Yin-Yang Divine Art(S)」, 「Surt's Strength(S)」, 「Illusion Flame Divine Step(S)」, 「Dual Minds(S)」, 「Extreme Flame Demon Sword(A)」, 「Steel Will(D+)」

◈Physique.

-「Heaven Defying Body(S-)」

“These aren’t good news.”

“Well, that’s how it is. So, the association decided to respond.”

“......Only now?”

“Don’t look at me like that. The association’s command structure is quite complicated.”

Baek Ji-yeon held her forehead as if she had a headache.

“So, we’ve decided to form a union. Recruiting talents from various countries to create an organization to counter the Mines. The ultimate goal of the organization is the destruction of the Nazi Empire and the eradication of the great evils.”

“......Are you okay with that?”

“Don’t talk as if I’m some senile person. It’s an absurdly ambitious goal, but it’s good to have big goals.”

“......”

“I know it’s an absurd goal. The higher-ups know it too. But the idea is to deal a significant blow to them. Unlike the usual association, this time the rewards are substantial.”

Wasn’t this an overly ambitious goal?

Still, to be considerate of Baek Ji-yeon, who seemed uncomfortable, I changed the subject.

“So, how will you handle the personnel?”

“We plan to recruit talents from various countries and use them like a separate unit.”

“......Will the guild provide talents?”

“......That’s why I’m here.”

Well, that made sense.

I took a sip of the black tea the Electronic Witch had given me.

“Even in Europe, it’s gaining quite a bit of support.”

“Europe really wants to destroy the Nazi Empire. There’s Olympus, Asgard, the Knights of the Round Table in Britain, and the Paladins of Charlemagne in France.”

“The US is also participating. Actually, the Vaccine War has had a significant influence on this proposal.”

“Hmm......”

It’s an enticing prospect.

It’s also something from the original story. Originally, it was supposed to happen about a year from now.

‘Should I be happy about this or not.’

I had to enter there.

But I hesitated. Because while I was okay, the guild members’ skills weren’t ripe yet.

But I had to go.

Because there’s a simple reason.

Seong Han-byul will be joining that organization.

Slurp.

I thought as I drank the black tea.

And while participating in that organization, Seong Han-byul died.

Seong Han-byul could not die. Because she’s using part of her talent, she’s shortening her lifespan. Using her lifespan as a price, she could wield nearly infinite magic with the 「Infinite Cup(S)」 and create talents with the 「Book of Laws(S)」.

They’re certainly incredible powers, but compared to her true talent, they’re, well-

‘Well, it’s an 「Ex-」 level talent, so of course.’

I put down the teacup.

“Then we’ll participate. I’ll join with about three more members.”

The members I was thinking of were myself, the Elder, the Witch Maiden, and Dantalion.

“......Thank you. I’ll make sure you’re well compensated.”

“Instead of compensation, is there something else possible? For example, ......”

Just as I was about to mention something desirable from the association.

I sensed something unusual in the training area.

Thump.

The Black Flame Whirling God reacted strongly. It was different from the dragon blood reaction. It felt like a long-waited companion had shown the potential for growth.

‘No way.’

With a sense of disbelief, I turned my head towards where Seo Ga-yeon was.

Dong-.

At the same time, a peculiar bell sound was heard.

It was the 「Bell of Selection(S)」, indicating someone had ascended to a higher rank.