episode_0274

While driving to the meeting place, I thought about the information about the other person that I had received through Ji-an Yoon.

Zodiac.

Just once.

Although it was only a brief meeting, their names are clearly etched in my mind.

How could I forget?

These guys were using a barrier that was no different from a national secret, even if it was sloppy.

“It’s the Zodiac… .”

Clearly, at that time, they were not even sure whether the place where they should place their enemies was sunny or shaded.

“In the end, you decided to settle down in the sun.”

of course… , I don’t even think of them as people who will stay in the sun their whole lives.

I don’t know what the ultimate goal is, but I guess I decided that a sunny spot would be the best way to achieve it right now.

by the way.

“… “Is it less than you thought?”

Ten people in A class and five in B class.

It’s an incredibly luxurious setup for a small group of elites, but…

For an organization that was working hard to recruit talent by even introducing barriers, it feels like both quantity and quality are lacking.

“Well, I guess I wouldn’t put all my eggs in one basket.”

There is a high probability that they are just a show-off type of person.

There must be more people moving in places you can’t see.

“Hmm.”

The intention behind sending me a designated request under the pretext of conquering an A-class dungeon is obvious.

Isn’t it just a matter of verifying skills and recruiting?

If I could add one more thing here, it would probably be… .

“Are you considering killing me?”

Why, isn’t there something like that?

It’s a terrible drama that says if it can’t be mine, I’d rather not let it be anyone else’s.

Dungeons are also a good place where such extreme drama-like incidents can actually take place.

Injury or death while raiding a dungeon is not unusual, no matter when or who it happens to.

All you have to do is stab him in the back and pretend that he died from a monster.

“This is why fixed parties are important, eh… .”

The candidates for my regular party haven’t even become hunters yet, so maybe that’s a good thing.

“It’s time to start getting tougher.”

The second quarter hunter qualification exam is approaching.

An aspiring hunter can take the qualification exam twice a year.

Since I’ve already used up one session, other people might be thinking about taking the test around the 3rd or 4th quarter, but I think differently.

“If you wait so long, when will you raise it?”

They are all full of talent.

However, it is not enough to support me.

This is a trick that will show you what the hunter society is like once you pass the exam with a pull-up.

Are you confident that you will pass the exam?

“What can I say?”

I fully understand their strengths and weaknesses.

I have a roadmap drawn up in my head about how to train.

It may be a little harsh, but they are not only talented but also mentally strong, so they will follow suit.

“If anything, I have a secret weapon.”

Even if they don’t want to pass, I’m prepared to grab them by the collar and put them on the list of successful candidates, this is it.

When my thoughts about the chicks reached their peak, the car finally entered Gangnam.

The destination is a private cafe located in the business district.

“welcome. “Can you tell me the name of the person making the reservation?”

It has a strict reservation system and all seats are in rooms, making it an optimal place for chatting about various things.

“I’m sure it’s reserved for the Zodiac.”

“I’ll show you to your seat.”

The room seemed to be just the right size for the four people who followed the waiter into the room.

In the room, a passenger who had arrived earlier was sitting alone, enjoying a cup of fragrant coffee.

Light blonde hair and blue eyes.

A handsome man who would support the heroine’s back with a warm smile in a romance comic.

It’s my first time seeing your face, but it’s not my first time seeing you.

“It’s been a while since I saw you.”

Look at that.

Doesn’t the other side already acknowledge that it is a stale face?

It wasn’t difficult to remember someone’s name.

“Obviously K… “I remember you introducing yourself as follows.”

Am I glad that you remembered my name?

The man, K, nodded with a bright smile on his face that only a woman would see.

“you’re right. At that time, we didn’t even meet face to face… “You remembered me.”

“Because faces aren’t the only thing you can see and remember.”

Voice and intonation are also one of the clear criteria for distinguishing between humans.

Moreover, light blonde hair like that is rare to see in Korea, especially among men.

“Please sit down first.”

As advised, pull out a chair and sit across from the other person.

Then K took out a business card from my suit jacket and handed it to me.

“Let me formally introduce you.”

Zodiac.

The title of Master is clearly stamped along with the guild name, which represents the 12 signs of the zodiac.

And next to it is the letter ‘K’ written instead of a name.

“I am K, the master of the Zodiac Guild.”

Sometimes it happens.

People who use pseudonyms instead of my name.

It is usually used by those who want to maintain the concept of mysticism or those who are disgusting… .

No matter how you look at it, it’s the latter, right?

I put the business card roughly in my pocket and look into the other person’s eyes.

I don’t really like that smiling face… , let’s go out strong once.

“When I first met, I thought it was a group with no roots… “So, you created a guild?”

Even though he used quite strong wording, the smile on K’s face did not fade at all.

The stronger a person’s sense of belonging is, the less able he is to tolerate insults to his belonging… , On the contrary, he looks even more satisfied, as if he likes it that way.

“The story Kim Do-jin told at that time touched the hearts of our superiors.”

What does that mean?

“… “I don’t think I said anything that would really touch my heart.”

“You said you didn’t want to make enemies of a group that has no foundation.”

“ah.”

It was like that, really.

But did you say that to make you feel bad?

I was so inspired by that that I founded a guild… , should we say that it is an organization with a learning attitude.

“If you look at the way they refer to you as superiors… “Then, Mr. K can be considered the owner of the pants.”

“you’re right. “I simply founded the guild under instructions from my superiors.”

“… … .”

Look at this kid.

What kind of plan is it to casually reveal something that should be kept secret?

“I guess the size of the organization is a bit big? “When I see 10 A-class people calmly solving problems on a sunny day.”

“that… , I will have no comment.”

Is this a secret again?

I’m not just spreading out information recklessly, but I’m following my own line.

It’s fun.

“The reason you called me while making a designated request was… “Can I interpret it as the same purpose as last time?”

K nods his head with a smile on his face.

“That is the ultimate goal.”

“It’s the ultimate goal.”

It seems like my prediction before coming here was correct.

I think what they mean is that they will test your skills through A-level dungeons and passionately court you if you meet their standards.

Should I do this or not?

When I was in the middle of thinking.

smart!

Someone knocked on the door outside.

“Ah, I guess you’re here now.”

As if he had been waiting, K stands up and straightens up his disheveled appearance.

He asked with a puzzled expression.

“Looks like someone else decided to come?”

Only then does the guy give an explanation with an expression of regret.

“ah! I forgot to tell you. In fact, there are a total of two people, including Mr. Dojin, who submitted the designated request. He also decided to sit here today.”

“I see.”

The fact that a designated request was given to two people… , I guess there are two people currently being targeted.

Who exactly is it?

Other than me, who else will receive a place in the Zodiac?

“excuse me.”

The door opens and the courtesy employee appears.

As he stepped aside, the second protagonist finally appeared… .

“… teacher?”

Was Juyeon the second person who put in the designated request?

An opponent I never thought of.

At the same time, the thought that it is well worth it crosses my mind.

Why not?

Jooyeon is Korea’s sixth S-class hunter.

He is even a healer and buffer, known as the rarest resource along with the wizard.

Moreover, he is still a free agent who has not joined any guild.

Is there any other property more attractive than this?

however… , Why is he pouting his lips without answering when I ask him a question?

ah.

“Well, um… , sister?”

“Oh my, it’s Dojin!”

“… … .”

What is this?

“Dojin, have you received a designated request too?”

“tryout… “No, your sister too?”

“huh!”

This is truly embarrassing.

I have to call my ex-sister-in-law not even teacher, but sister.

Considering his age, it’s not surprising… , Memories of the past are holding me back.

It’s something very embarrassing and embarrassing!

K politely greets Juyeon, who smiles happily at her.

“Nice to meet you, Hunter Juyeon Han. “My name is Master K of the Zodiac Guild.”

Then the guy wiped the smile off his face and faced K.

“nice to meet you. “I’m Juyeon Han.”

He greets me in a very businesslike manner.

what.

This enormous temperature difference.

K seemed to clearly feel this as well, his smile fading for the first time since they met.

Even if you use all kinds of strong words, you can blur the smile that couldn’t be erased in one go.

Awesome, Juyeon Han.

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The story progressed quickly with the appearance of the business-like Han Joo-yeon.

The content of the designated request is simple.

Strategy for a large A-class dungeon.

The reward is 20% of the total amount of all rewards from the dungeon.

They even said they would pay the taxes themselves.

“I like the conditions themselves.”

A horse is 20%, two people is 40%.

In a dungeon with 20 people, if two people eat 40%, the remaining 16 people eat 60%.

Even though they are lumped together into guilds, the numbers are very salty.

Me or Juyeon.

As I was making a satisfied expression, the smile that had faded once again deepened and the guy asked.

“Then can I assume you are accepting our guild’s request?”

Juyeon smiled brightly and answered.

“Hmm, I’ll follow Dojin’s opinion.”

“What you mean by following opinions… .”

“It means that if Dojin does it, I do it, and if not, I don’t do it.”

Upon hearing the unexpected answer, K’s blue eyes sparkle.

“It seems like you two were much closer than you thought. “It suits you very well.”

“Not to that extent… .”

I was going to say that.

“Ho Ho! If it looks like that, you’ve seen it well. Dojin, should we just accept this request?”

“… … .”

Why are you skipping the hole?