Book: 2: 103

Book 2: Chapter 103

After a while, Joanna brought a group of hunters.

There were 11 people in the group, all of whom were included in the documents.

They were all filled with enthusiasm to take part in this mission. In fact, if the number of persons was limited, they all would have participated.

After all, it was a mission with Neil Prand’s life at stake. Most of them had the thought that they wanted to help even if they could only do a little.

“What’s going on? Who’s this kid?”

“Is this our opponent?”

“Don’t let your guards down.”

Joanna, who stood at the front of the group, reminded them.

She couldn’t feel any traces from Sedi. However, she was well aware of Lukas’ power.

‘It wouldn’t be strange if Frey’s adopted daughter has special powers as well.’

Therefore, even though she’d gathered 11 hunters this time, she’d told them to remain vigilant and do their best.

“Hmm. Then I’ll go first.”

When Lucian, the former mercenary, stepped forward, most of the others made sour expressions. Most of them knew how skilled he was, so they felt that if he went first, they wouldn’t have a chance after. They were certain.

But Sedi frowned when she saw Lucian step forward alone.

“What are you doing?”

“Is something wrong? Kid.”T/his chapter is updat/ed by nov(ê(l)biin.c/o/m

“Why are you coming forward on your own? It’s best if you all came at the same time.”

Lucian had a daughter who was around the same age as Sedi. Therefore, he could see that her rudeness went beyond simply acting cute.

Nevertheless, using such a tone before a battle could only be described as trampling on their pride as hunters.

“It seems I’ll have to knock you down a peg fir-... Kuk!”

Lucian didn’t get to finish his sentence.

Before he could, Sedi had appeared in front of him and hit his jaw with her palm. Lucian felt a terrible pain and belatedly realised that several of his teeth had been crushed.

With blood dripping from his mouth, he was unable to bear the pain and fell backward with his eyes rolling up into his head.

“...”

While silence filled the room, Sedi swung her right arm with a discontented expression on her face.

She still hadn’t fully adapted to having a mortal body. Luckily, she would be able to use this chance to properly get used to her new body.

“What are you waiting for? Come on.”

“...”

The hunters’ expression finally grew serious.

* * *

“...”

Joanna stared at the training ground, speechless.

After Lucian’s defeat, the hunters had all raised their guards.

None of them had even seen exactly what Sedi had done, they only knew that she’d defeated him with a single blow.

Nevertheless, two other hunters still stepped out for a one-on-one fight. It was only after three consecutive defeats that the hunters decided to work together.

8 elite hunters.

The results of this battle to regain their pride were disastrous.

It couldn’t even be called a proper fight.

“Mm.”

Sedi was standing alone in the center of the training ground, and the prone figures of the hunters could be seen around her.

It was a complete victory. And yet, Sedi didn’t appear pleased. Instead, she frowned in clear displeasure.

The reason for this was the small cut on her palm. Even if she hadn’t fully adapted to her new body, she never thought that she’d be injured by a human.

Then, a voice sounded.

“This should prove her power.”

It was Lukas.

It was a bit harsh, but he had no choice.

After all, this was the best way to prove Sedi’s power.

As Vincent said, they didn’t have any time to waste.

“Who the hell is this girl...”

And yet, he was still not making his move...

“Is it because of Nodiesop and the Demon King?”

“Right. I can’t move recklessly until I drive them out completely.”

“True. And there’s still no telling what Letip is really thinking.”

“...”

“Then what will you do?”

“Do you remember the hints we got from God?”

“About the way to deceive the laws of the universe?”

“Right.”

Lukas nodded.

“One of the Top Three, a man named Kran. I think he might be a clue.”

“What kind of clue?”

“I’m not entirely sure about the details yet. I didn’t notice anything even when I met him in person. For the time being, I intend to wait and see.”

“Then wouldn’t it be better to keep an eye on him? Where’s that Kran guy right now?”

“Well...”

Sedi frowned at Lukas’ soft murmur.

“Isn’t that too risky? What if the Demon King or Nodiesop get their hands on him first?”

“Kran is no pushover. They’d have to use more power than they thought to capture him. That way, regardless of where it is, I’d know the location immediately.”

“...even when taking that into account, I feel like you are relying on something else.”

Sedi narrowed her eyes as she observed Lukas.

“Father, you’re planning something, aren’t you? I don’t know what it is, but it is definitely something that will turn the tables, right?”

“Right.”

Lukas calmly admitted it.

Sedi was immature in many ways, but she still had the sharp intellect that came with being an Absolute.

“What is it?”

“It’s not the right time to reveal it yet. It is literally the last resort... It’s a gamble. And I don’t want to use it if I don’t have to.”

“...Hmm.”

So the best option would be to learn how to trick the laws of the universe.

Of course, if that method failed... then it couldn’t be helped.

He would have no choice but to gamble.

* * *

Kran opened his eyes.

Babump-

At the same time, he felt a strong pulse from his heart. He could feel a stronger power swirling inside of him. This newly acquired power rushed wildly through his blood vessels, as though it was desperate to show off its strength.

Kran got up from his seat, put on his clothes, and glanced at the crystal ball.

“I think this was a lot stronger than the soul crystals I used before.”

[That’s good news. That means it’s getting more efficient.]

“Doesn’t that mean I’m becoming more of a monster?”

[...]

Ringo paused for a moment before speaking in a cautious tone.

[...should we stop now? I will always respect your wishes, Kran.]

Kran put on his cloak and chuckled.

“It’s too late to turn back now. I’ll see this through to the end.”

[...]

“Tell me about the next target. Where is it?”

[Aren’t you going to take a break?]

“I don’t need it. My body has already recovered.”

There was a brief silence before the voice came from the crystal ball again.

[The Korean Peninsula. That’s where the next target is.]

“...the Korean Peninsula.”

Kran slowly closed his eyes.

“Help me prepare, Ringo. I want to leave right away.”