A S-Class Hunter With Great Agility - Chapter 36

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Chapter 36: Baek Kyul (1)

 

“Of course you should. Otherwise, you’d really have no conscience.”

“I want to apologize to the Healer. It was my grave mistake.”

 

Baek Kyul wore his characteristic sharp expression as he reprimanded Park Ji-hwan. Park Ji-hwan also acknowledged it with an awkward face.

 

“There are many talented people trying to get into large guilds. So from now on, act a bit more wisely.”

 

It was strange for a conversation between a middle school child and a man who appeared to be in his thirties.

But since their location was in front of a Gate, and both were Hunters, common sense didn’t apply.

 

If I had gained power at that age, perhaps…

 

I fidgeted with the sword’s handle while watching that surreal scene.

 

‘No.’

 

This too was a useless assumption.

 

I let out a light chuckle and looked up at the sound of sirens ringing in my ears.

When I turned my gaze, I could see vehicles that looked slightly different from ordinary ambulances heading this way.

 

“Hey.”

“Yes?”

“…Transport that one first.”

 

Baek Kyul quietly pointed at someone. At the tip of his finger stood a black-haired girl, just like when we first entered the dungeon. It was Kim Se-min.

Kim Se-min was breaking out in cold sweat but still standing resolutely, supporting herself with her staff.

 

‘…’

 

Just before we exited the dungeon earlier, I had checked Kim Se-min’s condition first.

 

 

However, Kim Se-min refused Baek Kyul’s heal. She even shook her head as if she was truly fine.

I couldn’t force it any further. We didn’t have the luxury to treat someone who refused.

I backed down, and Baek Kyul also frowned and didn’t use heal.

 

‘In the end, I couldn’t ask…’

 

Kim Se-min’s attitude had been unusual throughout the dungeon. It wasn’t a typical teenage reaction. Even if she were older, it wasn’t a reaction you’d see easily.

I could only guess that she had some circumstances.

 

“Sir, I…”

“?”

“…”

 

Baek Kyul turned his gaze away from Kim Se-min and clenched his small fist. He looked somewhat frustrated.

 

“This is why I hate dungeons.”

“…”

“Dungeons make adults.”

 

The ambulance arrived.

 

* * *

 

“Hmm…”

 

Where is he.

I passed between the Hunters being loaded into ambulances one by one.

The Divine Descent Ritual skill would be released soon. To minimize mana usage, I had cut off communication with the Divine Spirit long ago.

Before that happened, I needed to find Nam Jae-yoon.

 

“Ah.”

 

There he is.

I spotted Nam Jae-yoon being placed on a stretcher and headed in that direction.

 

“Nam Jae-yoon.”

“…Mm.”

“Are you conscious?”

 

Nam Jae-yoon frowned and then opened his eyes. Since I had left his glasses in the dungeon, he barely made eye contact with me through blurred vision.

 

“How much do you remember?”

“Ah… Eun Hae-dam. After I charged at the skull attached to the ceiling, I don’t really…”

 

Did it completely disappear? I thought it was rather fortunate. There was nothing good about remembering that situation accurately.

The transport stopped briefly, and he sat up straight.

 

“…By any chance, was it related to the Boss Monster? I have some vague sense remaining. I think I fought with you too, Eun Hae-dam.”

“…”

“As expected, I was of no help at all…”

 

A hesitant face. Nam Jae-yoon seemed to have roughly grasped the situation even without hearing any explanation.

Since he was such a smart person. I didn’t bother adding more words.

I had no additional resentment for someone who properly feared what should be feared.

However.

 

“Carry this with you.”

“Pardon?”

“It’s a talisman.”

 

I needed to give him this.

 

“Since I forcibly found and killed a soul that was forcibly entered, a weak mind would have become even weaker. These days, evil spirits aren’t seen much, but… it won’t hurt to be careful.”

“Th-thank you. But where did you get this from…?”

“I wrote it myself.”

“…Pardon?”

“Because I was a shaman. Until recently.”

 

I pressed a yellow talisman into Nam Jae-yoon’s hand.

It was hastily written on yellow paper I habitually carry around, so the effect might not be very good, but it would be better than nothing.

Nam Jae-yoon seemed to know what it was, as if he had studied talismans before. He looked at me with curiosity and quietly expressed his gratitude.

 

‘Well, that’s one less worry for now.’

 

“Will you continue doing this work?”

 

This was what I was immediately curious about.

 

“Ah…”

 

Nam Jae-yoon hesitated for a moment.

The reason I asked was simple. The trembling bullets from fear, the crumbling mental state.

 

No matter how instinctive the fear, raids are reality.

 

I glanced at his status window and offered advice that wasn’t like me.

 

“…This is just personal advice I’m giving you.”

“…?”

“Nam Jae-yoon, don’t you have something else you want to do?”

“…”

“It will become more dangerous from now on. I can’t guarantee that you’ll be lucky enough to return alive like today next time. I mean, choosing what you want to do might be the better choice.”

 

 

‘The Four Pillars of Munchang-gwiin. The complete opposite of a hunter.’

 

He was talented enough to succeed in academics if he pursued that path. Moreover, he was someone I first saw at the library.

However, Nam Jae-yoon gave a bitter smile at my words.

 

“Eun Hae-dam…”

“…”

“Were you able to live doing what you wanted to do?”

 

It was an unexpected response.

 

“My younger sibling is sick.”

“…”

“They’re the youngest… and my parents are elderly too. But as the older brother, would it be right to do nothing…? Yes, I might die. But.”

 

Nam Jae-yoon continued his story while fidgeting with the talisman.

 

“Being a C-grade hunter may be scary, but it’s not a bad job for making money. At least compared to reading books.”

“…Nam Jae-yoon.”

 

He didn’t make eye contact with me. He seemed hesitant to talk about his family situation.

 

“But, but.”

 

Behind his disheveled hair, his expression changed. His eyes, now without glasses, sparkled clearly for a moment.

 

“You never know. When my sibling gets better and we have a little more breathing room… I might be able to continue studying.”

 

From Nam Jae-yoon saying such things, I could glimpse hope similar to expectation.

 

“…”

 

I couldn’t add any other words. I felt like I should say something to him. But different words came out of my mouth.

 

“…Keep that talisman with you at all times if possible. For about 3 months. When you dispose of it, burn it.”

 

I only told him a few precautions about the talisman and then said goodbye.

Saying we’d meet again if we had the chance. Exchanging formal pleasantries.

 

This wasn’t right. I wanted to tell him he could do it, that it would happen.

 

‘Munchang-gwiin.’

 

Right. Nam Jae-yoon would probably be able to achieve what he wanted.

Human life generally flows along the great current of destiny called Four Pillars, called divine influence.

Even if something blocks him, he will ultimately achieve what he desires.

As they say, “Do your best and leave the rest to heaven.”

 

“Am I envious…”

 

Even if there are trials.

 

‘With fate.’

 

Having what you want to do align with it is a great blessing.

I stared quietly at the spirit bell attached to my sword.

The sun was setting.

Now outside the dungeon, it was as dark as that old castle.

 

* * *

 

“Divine Spirit, you’ve worked hard.”

| …You must…be careful… |

“The wound? This much is fine.”

| Besides that…many others. |

“…?”

 

The Divine Spirit cut off their words.

I wanted to ask more, but this was a place filled with life, not death. I could feel Him gradually losing strength, so I couldn’t press further.

 

“Then….”

 

My mana was weak but still remained. Unlike last time, I probably wouldn’t collapse immediately after deactivating the skill.

I took a deep breath—whoosh—and gently closed my eyes.

 

“Divine Descent Ritual deactivated.”

 

Swoosh.

 

I felt an intangible energy leaving my body.

The soiled shaman robes regained their color, and the earthy scent that had lingered at my nose scattered into the air.

I opened my eyes and endured the slight dizziness that came over me.

 

“Ugh….”

 

The pain in my arm wouldn’t subside. It was natural since I had practically carved out the flesh with my sword.

I grimaced while clutching my throbbing arm.

 

‘Damn, I should have gone easier.’

 

I need to go to the hospital first.

 

“Tsk. I knew this would happen.”

“?”

 

Just then, I heard Baek Kyul’s voice from behind.

 

“Well, well. Look at all that blood flowing.”

“What? I thought you left?”

 

I thought he had already left after calling for an ambulance or Eden.

He clicked his tongue at the sight of my wound.

 

“Hey, do you have Hunter insurance?”

“…No?”

 

It was the first time I’d heard that term. So naturally, I wouldn’t have gotten it.

 

“If you go to the hospital like that, you’ll get hit with a medical bill bomb.”

“Really?”

 

I gasped in shock, my mouth falling open.

 

‘That was close.’

 

When I first went to the hospital after becoming a Hunter, Sister Yu-kyung helped me, and I didn’t even have proper certification yet, so how could I have had time to worry about insurance or whatever?

 

‘I almost spent all the magic stones I saved for potions on hospital bills….’

 

But then what do I do about this? I looked at my wound with a troubled expression.

If I leave it like this, it won’t heal even if it takes several weeks of treatment.

 

“Didn’t you use up all your stamina too?”

 

Baek Kyul had performed emergency treatment on other Hunters while exiting the dungeon. Considering the mana consumption from that, treating a wound this deep would be difficult.

Should I just leave it like this until I can make potions…? I started to worry.

 

“Sigh. I’ll make a special exception for you.”

“What?”

 

When I looked puzzled, Baek Kyul walked toward me with confident steps.

Then he rolled up his sleeve with a swift motion. A large wound was revealed.

 

“Ugh….”

 

Whooom—

 

A pale blue light leaked from Baek Kyul’s fingertips.

 

“Hey, you….”

 

He had pushed himself to his physical limits. No matter how high-ranking a healer he was, it hadn’t been long since he single-handedly performed emergency treatment on so many people.

I looked at Baek Kyul with a bewildered expression, but he remained steadfast.

Gradually, the color drained from Baek Kyul’s face. I grabbed his shoulder and pulled him away.

I could no longer feel pain from the wound.

 

“What are you doing? Are you okay?”

“Whew, that was pretty intense….”

 

Baek Kyul held his dizzy head and chuckled softly.

 

“Why….”

“Well, thanks for saving me from that chaos, and… there’s that too….”

 

He hesitated for a moment, then began to speak.

 

“Hey, I have a favor to ask.”

“…?”

 

Brown blood dried on his white hood. Baek Kyul looked at me with an expression that said he had something to say.

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