episode_0713

The rescue team was quickly organized.

To be honest, calling it a rescue team was a bit of a stretch; it was just the backup force prepared by the Iris Guild that cautiously entered.

Since there were no enemies, there was no need to gather troops.

“Can you believe this… The Iris Guild’s power is this strong?”

“Don’t talk nonsense. It was all done by Magician Lee Hoyeon alone.”

“… What are you talking about? He took them all down by himself?”

The man who was part of the Iris Guild’s backup force widened his eyes.

Was there really a magician powerful enough to handle this level of force alone? Did that even make sense?

“He didn’t kill them. They’re all subdued. Reinforcements have been called, so let’s clean up slowly.”

“Isn’t subduing them even more difficult? Ugh…”

Over 10,000 terrorists were all being pressured by magic.

The backup forces started cleaning up around the party leader, capturing one terrorist at a time.

Meanwhile, inside the party leader’s group, things were equally chaotic.

“They attached magic to the EK Guild members? I had no idea at all…”

“I thought of it as insurance, never expected to actually use it.”

Lee Hoyeon reassured the bewildered Ellis, explaining the situation.

He didn’t even know that the EK Guild would really act recklessly.

Although things were resolved well, others were still not at ease.

“What happened with the EK Guild?”

“Why did a fight break out between the Iris Guild and the EK Guild?”

Most journalists and guests without magic couldn’t grasp the situation properly.

Even those who witnessed the conflict between the Iris Guild and EK Guild didn’t understand why the EK Guild suddenly turned hostile.

This was because the Iris Guild hadn’t yet exposed the collusion between the EK Guild and the terrorists.

“The medical team has arrived! Are there any injured?”

“No one is injured…”

“What? No injuries?”

“Well, there are people who have collapsed.”

The medical team that arrived on the scene blinked in surprise at the EK Guild members paralyzed all over their bodies.

Journalists bombarded the Iris Guild with questions, sticking close and firing off inquiries haphazardly.

“Magician Lee Hoyeon! Please explain the situation!”

“What do you think about the appearance of terrorists at the party led by the Iris Guild?”

“Is what the EK Guild leader said true?!”

Lee Hoyeon glanced around.

The large-scale battle was finally over.

Now, the real hassle begins.

“I should probably start slipping away.”

The battles with the mines and terrorists were quite enjoyable, but… Lee Hoyeon knew better than anyone how annoying interviews and aftermath could be.

These were tasks best left to the professionals.

“Guild Leader.”

“Magician Lee Hoyeon… Is your body alright? You didn’t overexert yourself, did you?”

Isaac was observing the situation.

In reality, the Iris Guild didn’t do much in this recent terror incident.

Lee Hoyeon blocked the mines, subdued the EK Guild internally—everything was done by him.

“I’m fine. But I think I need to rest a bit. Can I entrust the conclusion to the Iris Guild?”

“You’re stating the obvious. Leave it to us and take a break.”

Lee Hoyeon smiled and nodded graciously.

Seeing Isaac looking at him with a satisfied expression, it seemed like everything was resolving well.

“Ellis. I don’t feel well, so I think I should go. Can you handle the interview for me?”

“… Me?”

“Yes. Your opinion is essentially mine. Oh, Irene, please help too.”

“Lee Hoyeon… Alright. I’ll do it. I’ll do my best.”

Irene smiled at Lee Hoyeon.

Entrusting the interview to the Iris Guild and Ellis meant trusting the Iris Guild. To some, it wouldn’t be strange to consider them part of the Iris Guild.

It signified that Lee Hoyeon trusted them.

“I’ll leave it to you. Ellis.”

“Got it. I’ll do my best to explain.”

Alice nodded as if her tension had finally eased.

After locking eyes with Alice, Lee Hoyeon turned his head towards the reporters.

“Officially, the story belongs to the Iris Guild. The opinions of the Iris Guild are my own.”

As Lee Hoyeon spoke, Alice stepped forward.

She appeared more confident than before.

“As everyone has seen, EK Guild has suppressed the Iris Guild due to their hostility during the terrorist incident, exacerbating the confusion. When the Hunter Association arrives, we plan to hand over to them. The Iris Guild’s reserve forces will arrive soon, so esteemed guests, please rest assured.”

Lee Hoyeon discreetly hid his body while observing Alice’s interview.

*

That night.

After the interview, Alice and Irene collapsed in the office, exhausted.

Handling aftermaths like this was always the most challenging part.

Surrounded by reporters, receiving thanks from many guests, and comforting guild members, only then did the day come to an end.

The truly daunting part was that the real work would start the next day.

“Sister, I’m tired…”

“Stay strong, Alice. Lee Hoyeon entrusted us, so we must work hard.”

Irene comforted her lovely younger sister, who lay on the desk.

She knew well how much Alice had struggled today, even substituting for Lee Hoyeon’s interview.

“Yes, we must make an effort. We gained a lot this time too.”

The Iris Guild suffered no losses from the recent terrorist attack.

It not only solidified the friendship with Lee Hoyeon but also received positive evaluations for withstanding attacks from thousands of mines within the Iris barrier.

“Lee Hoyeon has become an untouchable figure now…”

Of course, the one receiving the highest praise was Lee Hoyeon.

While he displayed strength in battles against demons, people better understood his feat of single-handedly subduing thousands of mines, an unknown entity compared to demons.

With a perfect alliance with the Iris Guild, they could now embark favorably on any business venture.

“Sister, now that things are mostly done, shall we go see Lee Hoyeon?”

“Yes, should we visit the medical team?”

Wanting to express gratitude and perhaps catch a glimpse of Lee Hoyeon’s face, Alice and Irene headed towards the Iris Guild’s medical team.

However, Lee Hoyeon was not there.

“I believe there are no injured from the Iris Guild today.”

“But… Lee Hoyeon isn’t here?”

Irene raised an eyebrow.

Where could he have gone after claiming to be unwell?

“Shall we go see Scarlet?”

“Alright…”

In truth, Alice felt somewhat uncomfortable around Scarlet.

She had once asked her to film a sex video of Lee Hoyeon, which made things awkward.

Although Scarlet seemed unfazed, it still bothered Alice.

“I don’t really know where Mr. Hoyeon is.”

Irene and Alice went to find Scarlet.

Despite being Lee Hoyeon’s secretary, she seemed to naturally blend into the Iris Guild.

“Scarlet, weren’t you supposed to be his secretary?”

“Well, yes, but he doesn’t really need me to work as much. Perhaps he’s resting at his residence?”

“Even though he said he wasn’t feeling well?”

“Mr. Hoyeon is quite skilled in healing magic. Let’s go to his place.”

Eventually, Irene and Alice made their way to Lee Hoyeon’s residence.

There, they found Lee Hoyeon lying on the bed, watching YouTube.

He quickly sat up upon seeing Alice and Irene.

“Oh… Irene is here? And Alice too?”

“…Is your health okay? We thought you were with the medical team.”

Irene blinked as she looked at Lee Hoyeon lying down.

She had been worried about his health, but why did he seem fine now?

“Oh, I can heal myself with magic. It’s better than being treated by the medical team.”

Lee Hoyeon’s words were seamless.

Given his exceptional magical abilities, it was natural for him to nod in agreement with the mention of healing magic.

“In that case, I’m relieved. We were concerned.”

Alice approached Ho-yeon with a worried look in her eyes and embraced his shoulders.

She was genuinely concerned about Ho-yeon.

“Well… thank you, Alice.”

Ho-yeon lightly tapped Alice’s shoulder with a cool expression.

‘Fortunately, it seems like no one caught on that I did it out of laziness.’

It’s good that Ho-yeon can rest comfortably and the Iris Guild can verify their friendship by gaining my trust.

All’s well that ends well.

“Are you completely recovered now?”

Alice, who had been embracing Ho-yeon, raised her head and asked.

“Almost. I can even use magic.”

Ho-yeon raised his hand and conjured flames in his palm.

Seeing this, Alice suddenly recalled what had happened at the party.

“Come to think of it… Did anyone notice the magic you set up for the EK Guild at the party?”

“Of course not. How could anyone figure out Ho-yeon’s magic?”

Irene decided not to doubt Ho-yeon anymore.

At least when it comes to magic, there is no one who can interfere with Ho-yeon’s domain.

“Sis, does that mean even Dad didn’t notice?”

“Of course not. Father was extremely surprised when the EK Guild members fell.”

A magical device that nullifies EK Guild members with the press of a button.

Isaac didn’t catch on to that.

In other words, Isaac cannot figure out Ho-yeon’s magic.

Alice nodded her head in agreement.

“So… it seems like you could expand the barrier without being noticed.”

“…Ah.”

Irene belatedly understood Alice’s words and looked at Ho-yeon.

He stared blankly at Irene and Alice before belatedly flopping onto the bed.

“I’m not feeling well today…”

Ho-yeon cautiously turned his head while looking at Alice and Irene staring at him.