Ch.94Revenge Plays Are Dangerous (3)

Sensing a crisis from the Chaehwain’s power, the last bit of hesitation among the hunters completely disappeared.

They moved in unison and began to seriously target Chaehwain.

“I’ll stop your movements!”

Especially the three S-rank hunters at the front demonstrated reactions worthy of their rank.

“Chains of Judgment!”

“Swamp of Sloth.”

“…Stem of Zapastus.”

Clank!

Crack!

Boom!

Three skills instantly bound Chaehwain. All of them possessed high completion.

‘…S-ranks really are something else.’

In particular, Yesiel from France, known as the Holy Maiden, moved noticeably faster than the other two.

Though not certain, she might even be stronger than Austin who was now sprawled on the floor.

“……”

Click!

Clank!

Even Chaehwain seemed to struggle against the combined attack of the three S-ranks, unable to easily break free from the restraints.

Seeing this, the remaining hunters surrounded Chaehwain without hesitation.

Ivan, who positioned himself at the front, said:

“Hahaha, give up. I’ve seen your rumored prowess, but this isn’t a one-on-one match. You can’t handle this many opponents. Especially since the S-ranks of the new era are said to develop faster than the previous generation.”

That wasn’t entirely wrong. With each passing generation, knowledge naturally accumulates, and latecomers can develop their powers in more favorable environments.

Chaehwain, who had been releasing power with an indifferent expression, slightly frowned and turned her head sharply.

That direction was none other than where I was.

I hoped it wasn’t what I thought, but contrary to my wishes, Chaehwain looked directly into my eyes and spoke.

“Not enough. Give me power.”

Whoosh!

Rustle!

“No, this is real! Ugh.”

She usually ignores my commands, but now she’s selfishly taking my power when she needs it.

Moreover, that wasn’t even the main problem.

The hunters who saw my power flowing toward Chaehwain were all staring at me with questioning expressions.

No, this makes the situation look strange…

Crack!

Ignoring the sudden situation, Chaehwain broke all restraints and moved toward the fallen Austin.

“…Wait. I’ll send the rest to join you too.”

“Urgh! Stop! Nothing will change by doing this…”

Crash!

Slash!

Without giving anyone time to react, Chaehwain swung her sword at an invisible speed and severed Austin’s neck.

It was a pitiful end for an S-rank hunter known as the Demon Hunter who inspired fear.

“You’ve gone and killed Austin…! Do you think you can handle the consequences?”

Facing the confused hunters, Chaehwain calmly stated her objective.

“Jacob Turner, Forden Diaz, Michael Brighton.”

“What?”

“It won’t end until I kill them all.”

With those words, Chaehwain disappeared through the broken wall.

“Damn it!”

“This is so sudden, I can’t think straight…”

“Was that really a hunter from the old era who died 7 years ago? Back then, they hadn’t even properly researched the properties of magical power.”

Silence fell among the hunters in the banquet hall that seemed to have been hit by a storm.

And naturally, I became the next target.

“Come to think of it, I saw something strange earlier.”

“Someone clearly transferred death energy to her.”

“Hey Tyrant, isn’t he your companion?”

Since Chaehwain was indeed an undead contracted to me, the situation had become quite complicated.

Seriously, how am I supposed to handle this after she just disappeared like that!

“…Yes, she is my companion. But this wasn’t our doing.”

“How can we believe that? Circumstantially, the girl with you appears to be the necromancer who revived her.”

“If you claim you lost control, the connection between you two was functioning properly. Isn’t the answer already clear?”

They were all correct. If not for Chaehwain being an irregular, their explanation would be accurate.

But as the one caught in the middle, I was frustrated beyond words.

‘Even if I explain, they probably won’t believe me.’

Even if I presented an unprecedented case, honestly, it wouldn’t even qualify as an excuse.

Even Jichul, who had been defending me, fell silent.

In the end, I had no choice but to take the simplest option.

“…Let’s act separately until the situation is resolved.”

“Brother?”

Brushing aside Seoha’s hand extended with a shocked face, I ran toward the collapsed wall.

“Where do you think you’re going!”

Zing!

Swoosh!

During this, someone shot a magical net at me, but I had anticipated that.

I easily blocked the attack and launched myself into the air.

“Lizard Wolf!”

Slither,

Whoosh!

The undead with the best mobility that I could summon right now.

Riding it to escape, the hunters couldn’t easily pursue me.

They probably thought they could catch me quickly if they properly organized a pursuit team, so they didn’t push too hard.

‘……’

Whatever the case, I needed to accurately assess the situation first.

With various thoughts in my mind, I began to move, tracking Chaehwain’s traces.

#

About two hours after the murder of S-rank hunter Austin.

Baek Seoha, who was talking with an investigator dispatched from the American Hunter Association, pounded the wall, unable to hide her emotional turmoil at the words uttered by the other party.

Bang!

“What are you saying? I clearly explained that my sister wasn’t responsible.”

“Indeed, your explanations had their own persuasiveness.”

“Then why…”

“Because that alone is insufficient.”

That was certainly the logical stance. Without evidence, no amount of explanation would be more than an empty argument.

“On our side, we still judge that Korean hunter Baek Eunha is highly likely to be involved in the incident.”

“Then, you mean…”

“Yes. A pursuit team targeting her will be formed before the S-rank dungeon raid. By now, a warrant has probably been issued.”

At those words, Baek Seoha and Jichul’s expressions crumpled. But it seemed pointless to say anything more.

“Until then, both of you will need to stay in the space we’ve prepared. As individuals holding key positions in your country, I ask for your understanding of the need for caution.”

“…What happens if combat breaks out during the capture process?”

“I’d like to promise a peaceful resolution, but the higher-ups maintain that in case of emergency, they’ll have no choice but to treat her as an enemy and eliminate her. After all, one of our country’s S-rank hunters was killed.”

It was truly a worst-case scenario. Baek Seoha suppressed her anger and issued a low warning.

“If anything happens to my sister, I won’t let any of you off the hook.”

“I’ll cooperate for now, but I don’t intend to just follow orders. If you don’t want another unfortunate incident, do your best to help.”

“…Yes. I’ll try to convey the message for a peaceful resolution.”

Click.

“The situation has become quite troublesome.”

After the investigator left, Jichul spoke with a grim expression.

Baek Seoha also sighed.

“I never expected things to turn out like this. No matter how strong my brother is, he can’t evade a pursuit team with S-ranks. But he’s not the type to be taken quietly either.”

“That’s certainly true. With his personality, he won’t back down no matter who comes.”

Both knowing Baek Eunha’s usual behavior, their worries deepened.

Pacing anxiously around the room, Baek Seoha suddenly stopped and asked Jichul:

“By the way, you mentioned fighting my brother recently, right? How strong is he now?”

“Among those I’ve fought one-on-one, he was the strongest. Even if two S-rank hunters attacked together, it would be difficult to subdue him by force. However, his power seems to have limitations.”

“……”

“In the end, he won’t be able to hold out long-term against that many people.”

After a moment of silence, Baek Seoha raised her head again and asked another question.

“Then, what if he joined forces with Ms. Chaehwain?”

In fact, Baek Seoha had just learned that the Death Knight was Chaehwain.

Being close friends with Chaehwain’s younger sister, Chaehwaryeon, her feelings were quite complex.

But that wasn’t important right now.

Seeing Baek Seoha’s serious attitude, Jichul deeply considered before answering.

“…Well, I’ve never fought her, so I don’t know.”

However, the Chaehwain that Jichul had met when he was a rookie hunter was an overwhelming presence.

That’s why she became the first to hold the title of S-rank hunter.

“If those two are together, I can’t imagine them being defeated by anyone.”

“Then, what if you joined them?”

At that meaningful question, Jichul roughly pulled up the corner of his mouth.

“That’s something we’d have to experience to know.”

The power he gained from the dragon blood given by Baek Eunha. It seemed the time to test it was approaching.