-NEXT DAY-
-Location : JINHYUK'S OFFICE-
-TIME : 1:00 p.m-
"GOOD MORNING . THIS IS HUNTER'S TV CHANNEL AND TODAY WE HAVE BROUGHT THE NEWS ABOUT THE APPEARANCE OF DEMONS IN THE SEOUL-BUSAN HIGHWAY . A HORD OF DEMONS OF MORE THAN 100 ATTACKED THE PEOPLE . THANKS TO THE KOREAN S-RANK "SUNG JINHYUK" AND "CHA SEOL-AH" WHO ALONG WITH THE FORMER AMERICAN S-RANK "SUNG SUMI" SUBJUCATING THE DEMONS THAT THE PEOPLE OF SEOUL ARE SAFE ONCE MORE"
Jinhyuk switched off the TV channel which was telecasting the news of yesterday's demon attack . Seol-ah , Sumi and Deok-gu are present . Jinhyuk is sitting on his seat on one side of the table and the others on the next side . Sumi and Seol-ah are sitting on the sofa and Deok-gu was leaning against the wall beside the door . Jinhyuk said
"Deok-gu , got any information about the appearance of demons ?"
"No but I can guess , this is the work of Demonic Humans"
"That much is clear but why Seoul ? The amount of attacks in Seoul is increasing by the day"
"I think that the high mana density in Seoul which was the topic of the guild conference is the reason" said Seol-ah
"That's a good point but how much high is it ?"
"Can't you ask the Association President ?"
"He will not be able to answer correctly"
"Then what will you do ?"
"I think I have to go to the Jeju Islands"
"What ? The Jeju Island ? But there is a S-Rank Gate present there . The Island is contaminated with monsters"
"I know but it is not a raid . I will go in alone and search the reason "
"But going in alone can be dangerous "
"I know that but I will retreat if I see any danger"
"Alright , if you wish"
"I will go with you Jinhyuk" said Sumi
"No" replied Jinhyuk
"Why do you always keep me behind ? Do you think I am weak or something"
"That's not it but the danger is more than you can handle "
"You are going in alone"
"Because I am the Strongest . I have more power than any other S-Rank"
"You are still human"
"I am not so sure about that"
"What ?"
"No it's nothing"
Jinhyuk got up from his seat and was about to go out when he said
"Sis , come with me"
"Where ?"
"The Hunter Association"
"The Reason ?"
"To get your Korean Hunter License"
"Oh , right"
Sumi followed Jinhyuk and they went out . Deok-gu saw that Jinhyuk's face was serious . He was worried about the situations going on in the outside world . Jinhyuk and Sumi left the building and went towards the guild parking . Jinhyuk picked up his car and Sumi sat beside him . He drove off towards the Association . It took them only 20 minutes to reach the Association . Jinhyuk parked his car in the parking and both of them went inside .
As Jinhyuk entered he got the same old vibes when he first started his hunter journey and when he used to visit the Association more frequently . He went towards the reception . The receptionist said
"Good Morning Jinhyuk-ssi , it's been so long . How have you been ?"
"I'm fine . Can I meet the President ?"
"Certainly , please go to the office . The president is present there "
"Thank you"
Jinhyuk and Sumi went towards the President Office and reached there . Jinhyuk knocked the door as a slight "Come In" could be heard from outside . The gate opened as both of them entered . The president was very happy to see Jinhyuk .
"Jinhyuk , it's been a while . How's it going ?"
"It's fine"
"So , why did you visit me today ?"
"I want to issue a hunter license for my sister"
"Oh but she is a famous hunter in America . Is it really okay ?"
"Don't worry . Nobody will be able to say anything"
"Did you bring her the legal way ?"
"I made a pact with her GuildMaster and he agreed"
"Really ?"
"Yes , do you doubt me ?"
"Alright , if you say so"
The president called the receptionist in his office . The receptionist came and stood as the president said
"Prepare a Hunter License for Miss Sung Sumi"
"Alright , president . May I ask the Rank to input ?"
"S-Rank"
"What ? But why S-Rank ?"
"Miss Sumi is a famous S-Ranker of America but she has moved to Korea and wants to become a hunter here . So , we are issuing her a license"
"Understood Sir"
The receptionist went out and came back with 30 minutes carrying a box in her hand . She kept the box on the President's table and left . The president pushed the box towards Jinhyuk
"Jinhyuk-ssi , please check the details"
Jinhyuk pushed the box towards Sumi and said
"It's your license . You should open it"
"Okay"
Sumi opened the box and a blinding light covered the surroundings . Inside was a Platinum Card placed on a cushion of Red Velvet and the informations was engraved on the card .
-Name : Sung Su-Mi-
-Hunter Rank : S-
-Type : Mage-
Sumi took the card and looked at it two to three times before keeping it inside her side bag . She then thanked the president . Jinhyuk was sitting quietly until now and waiting . After all of the works are over . Jinhyuk said
"President , I am going to investigate the reason for the rise of monsters in Seoul"
"Alright , I won't stop you"
"I want to ask a favor of you"
"What favor ?"
"You have to grant me access to the Jeju Island"
"What ? Why ?"
"I believe the increased concentration of mana in our country is leading to large scale attacks"
"That can be correct"
"That is correct . You know that the gate in the Jeju Island is a Black Gate . The monsters in that dungeon is not only dangerous but also beings with huge amount of mana"
"But a Black Gate is impossible for you alone even if you are a S-Rank"
"I know but there's no other choice . Only I can go there alone"
"Alright if you insist I will grant you the permission but don't act recklessly"
"Understood"
"Tomorrow morning , visit the Jeju Island . I will do the preparations by today"
"Thank you"
Jinhyuk and Sumi left . They exited the Association and went towards the parking to pick their car . Sumi said
"Are you sure you can go alone ?"
"I am"
"But if something happens ?"
"I know when to retreat"
"I have a favor"
"Don't label it as 'favor' . Tell I have a command for you"
"Alright Alright" said Sumi with a little smile
"So what is it ?"
"Train me"
"What ?"
"You heard me . I want you to train me"
"But you are S-Rank too"
"Do I have to remind you about the 'command' thing ?"
-sigh- "Okay , we will start as soon as we reach the guild . Are you ready ?"
"Completely"
"Good"
Jinhyuk and Sumi reached the Association . They went out of the car and handed it over to the security to safely park it . They entered the Association and went towards the lift . They entered the lift and Jinhyuk pressed the button for the 27th Floor.
"I thought the training rooms are at 8th Floor" asked Sumi
"It is but those are for hunters below S-Rank . One is on the 18th Floor for the S-Ranks and the one on this floor is my personal training room"
"You have a personal training room ?"
"What do you expect of the GuildMaster of one of the Top Guilds in Korea ?"
"Right , you are of that type . I forgot"
"Hehe"
The lift opened at the 27th Floor . Jinhyuk and Sumi walked towards a door where Jinhyuk inputted the password as well as his fingerprint . The door opened to a white room . Sumi entered the room and felt a high density of mana inside . She asked
"What's with all these mana ?"
"Oh , I actually embeded the room with mana stones on all sides for auto mana recovery"
"You are actually a one crazy guy"
Sumi went inside and wore a training outfit as she came outside . Jinhyuk was standing in the center . She said
"Now what ?"
"Sit down and relax"
"What ?"
"Sit on the ground and relax . Try to take in the mana flowing in the atmosphere"
Sumi sat on the ground and closed her eyes . She tried to feel the mana in the air . After feeling it she breathed in the mana from her surroundings.
"Don't move or panic . I will use my mana to explode the mana inside you . You might feel like your heart is about to explode but nothing will happen so relax"
Jinhyuk placed his hand on her back and concentrated his mana on his hand . He inserted his mana inside Sumi's mana circuit . He made his mana move in a opposite direction to the flow of Sumi's mana . Both the mana collided with each other and exploded . Sumi felt a pain in her heart as she started trembling but Jinhyuk was trying to cheer her up . This process continued for about 1 hour before Jinhyuk removed his hand and Sumi fell on the ground sweating and releasing deep breaths . Jinhyuk was also sweating but less . He said
"Your mana circuit has changed Sis . Try taking in the mana once again"
"A-Alright"
Sumi again sat up as she breathed the mana inside her from her surroundings. She immediately felt the increase in her mana flow and control . She also was shocked to discover that she could now store almost double the mana she stored before .
"W-What is this ? My mana has increased by almost double"
"This is the perfect mana breathing technique I invented"
"Thanks Jinhyuk"
"Not now . I will now teach you my art"
"What is it ?"
"You are a mage capable of long range attack but if your enemy is in close range then it's difficult for you to attack. So , I will teach you my own technique 'Magic Combat Technique' "
"It sounds cool"
"It is . In this martial art , you have to surround your whole body with mana and use it to increase your strength"
"Ah , could you explain again ?"
-sigh- "Let me just show you"
Jinhyuk stood before the wall . He closed his eyes and concentrated . Sumi saw that Jinhyuk was slowly releasing his mana and it was covering his body . Mages are known for having a precise mana control but still a mage cannot help but let some of their mana to leak out uncontrollably but Jinhyuk's mana control was perfect , not a single drop of excess mana leaked out . Jinhyuk opened his eyes and raised his arm . He concentrated more mana on his fist and punched . The impact created a crater on the wall as it crushed inward . Sumi was stunned to see . Jinhyuk relaxed as he stopped his mana release.
"This is how it's done . Understood ?"
"Y-Yes , kind of"
"Now sit down and try to learn"
Sumi sat down once again and stationed in a meditative state as she heard Jinhyuk's voice .
"Alright , now calm your mind and clear it . Then try to take in the mana once again , after that circulate your mana through the entire body and slowly release it"
Sumi did exactly the same . She calmed her mind and took in the mana . She made the mana pass through the mana circuit of her entire body and slowly released it outside .
"Good , you are doing well . Now try to shape your mana around your whole body. "
She did the same as instructed . She made the released mana to shape her body .
"Well done . Now open your eyes and get up"
She slowly opened her eyes and stood up .
"Now what ?"
"Try to focus more mana on your hand and punch the wall in front of you"
Sumi focused her mana and released it towards the wall . The wall shatter and creates a crater although much smaller than Jinhyuk .
"Very Good . Just the way I can expect from my sister"
Sumi returned to normal and said
"That was amazing . You really are cool Jinhyuk"
"Haha"
They both left the training hall and headed downwards . It was already 5 p.m. They didn't even realise that the time has gotten flown by . Suddenly , a person dressed like an assassin came in front of Jinhyuk and bowed .
"I greet the GuildMaster"
"Any new information ?"
"We found traces of a summoning ritual performed at one of the seware tunnels at the city's underground"
"The direction ?"
"The place is not too far away from the Seoul-Busan Highway"
"Just as I expected"
"Where is Deok-gu ?"
"Team Leader is currently at the location and investigating the place"
"Tell him that I said him to continue investigating and to ask Seol-ah for any help if needed"
"Understood"
The man vanished . They started walking again as Sumi asked
"Who was he ?"
"A member of the team under our guild who are precise for assassination and information gathering . This team is under Deok-gu's control"
"Amazing"
"I am pretty amazing two , you know"
"Well , can't deny that"
Jinhyuk and Sumi exited the building and went towards the parking . He picked up his car and then picked Sumi and rushed towards his home . He reached home after 10-15 minutes and parked his car . They went to Jinhyuk's apartment . Sumi was excited once again . Jinhyuk said
"Sis , go ahead and freshen up. I am gonna prepare some dinner ."
Sumi went ahead and freshened up . She then sat on the sofa and spread her legs forward . Jinhyuk freshened up after this and started making dinner . After about 1 hour , Jinhyuk said that dinner was ready . He made Kimchi Stew with rice and curry . It was in one sentence "A Fantastic Dinner" . Both of them ate plenty and went to sleep . Jinhyuk said
"You sleep on the bed . I will manage in the sofa"
"Why ?"
"Do you expect me to sleep together ?"
"Yes"
"Not happening"
"Come on , why are you acting like this ? We slept together in the US"
"W-Well that's a situation"
"So this is as well"
Sumi came towards Jinhyuk and caught him by his arm as she dragged him with her towards the bed. Jinhyuk stopped resisting and slept on the bed as well . He had to sleep well together because tomorrow is his trip to Jeju Island . He has to be prepared.
-NEXT DAY-
-Morning : 7:30 A.M-
Jinhyuk just woke up from his sleep . He rubbed his eyes and got out of the blanket . He saw that Sumi was still sleeping and he went to fresh up . He saw Deok-gu's door was closed which means he has returned last night. Jinhyuk completed his morning chores and got dressed up in a magic suit . It was like any other normal clothing but it's extremely light and unbelievably durable. Jinhyuk left a note on his sister's bedside table before leaving . He headed towards the Association . His body was stiff so he thought that it would be better if he ran to the building . Jinhyuk flew up and landed on a rooftop of a building .
-Ti-ting
-[Skill : Sword Demon King Steps (SSS)] activated
Jinhyuk's movement was fast as he jumped from roof to roof towards the Association . He reached there in 10 minutes even after using all of his speed skills. He entered the Association and after a quick greeting , head towards the President's office . He entered the office where the President was roaming from one end to the other . He saw Jinhyuk and a slight smile was seen on his face . He said
"Ah, Good Morning Jinhyuk-ssi"
"Good Morning"
"Your permit has arrived . Take it and go to the Jeju Island "
"Thanks a lot"
Jinhyuk took the permit from the table and left the office . He then left the Association building. Jinhyuk was thinking of how he would go there but then the thought came to him that he could just use his mana to fly through the air. Jinhyuk started running with full speed , his speed was so high that the people around could only see a gust of wind and dust blown from it . He stopped near the sea . Jinhyuk then concentrated his mana on his feet and lift off . His mana was rapidly decreasing from keeping him Levitate . Jinhyuk used his mana to fly through the air , after moving an appropriate distance he stopped using his mana and used his ability to continue flying . His mana was continuing to refill as he was flying because his body has now the capability of restoring mana automatically from the atmosphere.
Jinhyuk reached there and landed on one of the ships of the military . That ship had the most number of people and all were people wearing military uniform . Jinhyuk didn't speak anything . He just took out the permit and handing over to the one of the men . The man was the captain of the ship . He took the card and read it through , after reading it the look on the man's face changed . He said in a greetful tone
"Welcome Jinhyuk-ssi , I am the captain of this ship . My name is Lee Do-Hyun"
"Are the monsters in the Island under control ?"
"Ah, yes sir"
"Good . I am looking forward to working with you"
"Alright, sir"
"I am heading out and listen if I don't come out of the island within 2 days then, inform the association that I might be doing something inside"
"Are you sure sir ?"
"What are you trying to tell me ?"
"I mean , are you sure you will be okay ?"
"Yeah , I am the world's strongest hunter, you know"
"Alright sir"
Jinhyuk jumped in the air and flew off towards the island. He reached the shores within 2 minutes as he began exploring . He didn't take out his sword because he knew he didn't need it. He covered his body in mana as he walked through the island . He ran through the forest and encountered a beast . It was a huge beast with an bull like appearance . It was an A-Rank monster . Jinhyuk ran towards the beast . The beast spotted Jinhyuk and came running towards him . Jinhyuk clenched his fist as he punched the beast . It fell down with a huge hole in his chest . Jinhyuk looked at the beast as it was lying down .
Jinhyuk (Inner Thoughts)
A normal beast here is of A-Rank and not just normal A-Rank . It had the mana which was strong enough to make him an A-Rank boss monster. This island is in a more worse condition than I thought . Let's go more inward towards the city.
Jinhyuk started running again . He encountered many beasts but all were at the level same as the beast he first encountered . Jinhyuk can easily one shot them but he was having a wary feeling of which only an
S-Rank monster can release . He had reached the city . It was abandoned . All the buildings were crashed and broken . The structure remained but the appearance was not to be mentioned . He sensed a pack of beasts near him. He slowly approached the place where they were present . He climbed up of a broken building . He saw the herd . Beasts similar to the wolves and the estimated distance was about 3 kms. He jumped over the roofs of building making noise as less as possible . He reached the place and he was at the top of the building which had the beasts right below it . He jumped and landed in the center as his landing created a crater on the ground . The beasts got attentive of Jinhyuk's presence . They ran towards him and leaped up , they attacked but Jinhyuk dodged with precision . He punched in the air as a wave of mana collided with the beasts . He killed all the beasts there within a few seconds and stood . He collected all the crystals and went forward . He moved towards the center of the destroyed city . The city was full of monsters and they were mostly in packs . Jinhyuk was careful as he wanted to avoid fighting as much as possible .
After about 30 minutes , Jinhyuk reached the center of the city . It was a place which was once a market , the shopping complex and a park can be seen . Jinhyuk suddenly felt a disturbing presence . It was a beast approx. 500 meters from Jinhyuk's location . This was probably the first S-Rank monster Jinhyuk felt after coming to the island . He knew that Black Gates are undefeatable because the main reason being the presence of a large number of S-Rank beasts but still he witnessed just one in the last 1 hour . He needs to find the place where the gate is present so he can travel through it for furthur investigation . Jinhyuk ran towards the location of the S-Rank beasts . He hided his mana to erase his presence because S-Rank beasts are highly sensible to mana. Jinhyuk arrived at the location and saw that many dead corpses of beasts were lying here and there .
They were mostly A-Rank beasts which was fed on probably by the S-Rank beast . Jinhyuk was now walking and he saw the S-Rank beast for the first time . It was huge , the size was big enough to be compared to a full fledged dragon . It was a fox like creature . It had 5 tails showing , its body was white . It was a 5-tailed fox . Its one of the subordinates of the 9-tailed fox which is beyond the level of an S-Rank beast. Jinhyuk knew he couldn't beat it with skills alone , espacially barehanded . Jinhyuk stepped to the side and took out his sword .
-Ti-ting
-[Skill : Sword Demon King Steps (SSS)] activated
-[Skill : Grave Of Swords (SSS)] activated
-[New Quest Received:]
-Eliminate the 5 tailed fox
-Time Limit : None
-Reward : White Fur Coat
-Special Reward : ???
Jinhyuk vanished from his position but the beast didn't flinch . Jinhyuk appeared right in front of it as he tried to stab it but the wolf jumped sideways resulting him to stab the air . The 5 tailed-fox gathered fire in its mouth and blasted off . A wave of flames came towards Jinhyuk but he dodged it. The beast was powerful . Jinhyuk was about to slash its limb but as the sword clashed only sparks were scene with no damage. Its skin was as tough as iron . Jinhyuk thought that it would be bad if his weapon breaks . Jinhyuk thought for some seconds but that was enough time for the beast to take action . It appeared beside Jinhyuk and kicked him . The force was so high that Jinhyuk flew and crashed through buildings. He had many damages and bruises all over him . Jinhyuk rushed towards the beast once more but was unsuccessful . The beast was not only powerful but also smart . Jinhyuk had no way of beating it.
The beast was now able to see Jinhyuk's movements even though his speed skill was active . The beast leaped up and Jinhyuk tried to dodge once again but this time he was unsuccessful . The attack of the beast struck Jinhyuk as he went high up in the air and crashed down.
Jinhyuk spatted a bit of blood from his mouth . He thought
I don't have a choice . I have to use it.
-Ti-ting
-[Skill : God Of Lightning (EX)] activated
-[Skill info:]
-God Of Lightning
-Type : Active Skill
-Rank : EX
-A skill possessed by the God Of Lightning "THOR" . Although it is only one of his weakest skills in Divine Realm "ASGARD" , it possess an great amount of power against mortals .
-Effects : Lightning Attributes +500%
-Special Effects : Agility +100%
Strength +70%
Jinhyuk stood up from the crater created after the impact . His body was covered in lightning all over as sparks released from him . He raised his sword and concentrated as the lightning covered the sword as well . Jinhyuk disappeared but this time the beast flinched as Jinhyuk's speed was increased several times . Jinhyuk appeared above the beast and slashed his blade . Jinhyuk's blade successfully cut of one of its tails as it screamed . Jinhyuk rushed towards the beast once again and slashed another tail . Jinhyuk retreated for one more time and rushed back as he held his sword with both hands and slashed through the center of the beast slicing it into half . Jinhyuk dug his sword on the dead beast and sat on its top . He was clearly exhausted as he took deep breathes .
-Ti-ting
-[Quest Completed :]
-Received : White Fur Coat
-White Fur Coat
-Type : Armour
-Rank : S
-Effects : Defense +30
Endurance +30
Constitution +30
-Special Reward Received
-Reward : White Flame Sword (S)
-White Flame Sword
-Type : Weapon
-Rank : S
-A sword made from the body of The 5 tailed Fox .
-Effects : Strength +20
Fire Attributes +200 %
Jinhyuk was scrolling as he received the rewards . He was happy to see that the system gave him some really worthy rewards for the hardwork Jinhyuk did in killing the S-Rank beast. Jinhyuk recovered his stamina and got up . He lifted his sword but saw that the continous use from several months and the recent power it received from Jinhyuk's skill made the sword dull and it also had scars . It was the first sword Jinhyuk bought after he became a Hunter . Jinhyuk put the sword back in his inventory .
-Ti-ting
-[Skill : Infinite Regeneration (SSS)] activated
Jinhyuk healed his body and now he was brand new . His clothes were a bit torn but it was okay . He wore the coat he received just now and took out his new sword , lucky for him as the sword was also a longsword. Jinhyuk started walking once again . He collected all the important items from the beast and headed more deep into the island .
Jinhyuk was walking for more than 30 minutes now but he was unable to find the gate . He faced many beasts on the way here and he killed them easily as most were A-Rank beasts. He came close to the mountains in Jeju Island and suddenly he felt an immense amount of magic power coming from within the mountain . The density was high. Jinhyuk went inside the mountain by breaking its walls and reached at the base of the mountain . He saw that the mountain was hollow from the inside and before him at the base level only was the Gate . It was a Black Gate and the amount of mana it was releasing was enormous . It was enough mana to power the whole Seoul City for 20 years . Jinhyuk held his sword slowly went inside the Gate .