Athena's eyes sparkled with curiosity as Apollo laid out his plan. "Like I said, we'll release chaos where the vessel lives. I'm talking about creating a dungeon break, pouring out monsters. And, sis, since you've got control over that realm and revelations, give another revelation to that person. Make them believe this dungeon break is caused by the devil."
Athena leaned in, intrigued. "And what's the next move?"
Apollo grinned. "By the time I open the dungeon rift, he's going to rush there, thinking he's the hero. Little does he know, we'll have a trump card waiting. How's that, sis?"
Athena nodded, acknowledging Apollo's plan.
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The scene shifted to Jin Hwa, who approached Lilith with a puzzled expression. "Lilith, what's this quest? I don't understand because the objective is unknown."
Lilith, seemingly uninterested, retorted, "How do I know? I don't care about that hot-headed sin. Maybe release anger?"
Jin Hwa clicked his tongue in frustration. "Tsk, dang it."
As they conversed, Jin Hwa's mother entered the room. "Jin Hwa, I'll go out for a bit to buy groceries."
"Okay, be safe," Jin Hwa replied. With that, he continued focusing on his daily quests.
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As Jin Hwa's mother strolled to the market, her focus on the usual grocery shopping was interrupted by an unexpected shock. "What an earthquake?!" she exclaimed, feeling the ground tremble beneath her.
The market's alarm blared, signaling people to evacuate. Amidst the commotion, as Jin Hwa's mother prepared to exit, a massive stone gate materialized in the center, casting an eerie atmosphere over the unfolding events.
As the colossal gate loomed, the market teetered on the brink of collapse. Jin Hwa's mother, still in shock from its sudden appearance, watched as the gate slowly creaked open with an ominous sound, "krrkk... Krnk." A dense fog spilled out, shrouding the market in an unsettling haze.
In a panic, Jin Hwa's mother sprinted through the chaos. Amidst the fog, a foreboding silhouette emerged from the gate – a figure with a massive build, wielding an unknown weapon that eerily resembled a baseball bat. The air crackled with tension as uncertainty gripped the unfolding scene.
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Jin Hwa, still immersed in his daily quest, remains clueless about the chaos unfolding in the real world. Upon completing his tasks, he descends the stairs to find his sister casually watching TV while eating. Suddenly, an eerie sound emanates from the television, broadcasting a breaking news report about a massive gate that appeared near a supermarket in Seoul, South Korea. The high-angle view reveals the ominous fog enveloping the area due to the collapsing buildings.
As the realization hits him, Jin Hwa exclaims, "Shit!" He rushes toward the door, dialing Lilith urgently. "Lilith!"
Lilith responds, "Why?"
"My mom is in danger. Help me get to the supermarket. Use your powers, wings, or whatever," Jin Hwa implores.
"Okay," Lilith agrees, transforming into her original form—a woman with demon wings—ready to assist.
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Arriving at the chaotic scene, Jin Hwa and Lilith wear expressions of unsurprised concern. Jin Hwa remarks, "A dungeon gate again? Is it another Medusa?"
Lilith, observing the situation, replies, "No, it feels different— a distinct aura."
Navigating through the collapsing market, Jin Hwa spots his traumatized mother desperately trying to open a blocked exit. He rushes to her side, calling out, "Mom! Mom, I'm here."
His mother, breathless and panicked, responds, "Hahh, my son, what's happening?"
"I'll explain later; evacuate first," Jin Hwa insists. He turns to Lilith, asking for assistance in guiding his mother to safety.
As Lilith leads Jin Hwa's mother away from the danger, Jin Hwa proceeds toward the dissipating fog. To his astonishment, a one-eyed giant, a Cyclops, comes into view. Stunned, Jin Hwa mutters, "Huh... A... What is that?" The mythical creature from Greek lore stands before him, its presence sending shivers down his spine.
[To be continued]