D-Rank Constellation Hunter… Stuck Without Internet! - Chapter 158

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Chapter 158
There are several conditions that must be met to become a commanding guild.
[ If South Korea is selected as the commanding nation, the guild that acquires command authority must be registered with the International Hunter Association and the Hunter’s Association, have no disqualifying factors, and satisfy all relevant conditions.
First. There must be consent from the guild with the most guild members domestically.
Second. There must be unanimous consent from all members of the guild that has acquired the Large Guilds authority recognized by the Hunter’s Association.
Third. It must receive approval after review by the Hunter’s Association. ]
However, obtaining consent from one of the Large Guilds is difficult, and the Hunter’s Association review also requires approval from Jang Deuk-sung, the former Association Chairman.
These regulations are absolutely ridiculous.
“Why the Large Guilds?”
“Alexander is one of them, and they’ve grown considerably by absorbing many from Guild Taemyeon and Cynea. Since they likely have a poor impression of me and Hunter Dan Yibum, obtaining their approval might be difficult.”
“What’s your opinion?”
“Pardon?”
“You’re the vice guild master. What do you think?”
When I casually asked for his opinion, Kim Gyuwun’s eyes darted about.
He seemed burdened by the weight of such a serious matter being entrusted to him.
Yet I was certain that in this moment, Kim Gyuwun’s judgment would be more sound than Ha Gyuhyuk’s.
After all, guild management comes down to practical experience. I crossed my legs the other way and rested my cheek on my palm as I watched him.
I’d intended to lighten the mood with a relaxed posture, but it seemed to have the opposite effect.
“Um…”
“Answer freely. Is this really such a serious matter? If it doesn’t work out, we’ll just eliminate the obstacle.”
I meant we could eliminate Jang Deuk-sung, but he seemed to have interpreted it differently.
Seeing his pallid face, I gave up trying to speak.
My words really aren’t helpful in situations like this.
Kim Gyuwun struggled internally before slowly speaking.
“I think it would be better to focus on the ripple effects that the issue Jang Deuk-sung has raised will create, rather than the person himself.”
“What do you mean?”
His blue eyes behind his glasses gleamed with unusual brilliance.
“In truth, people don’t care about the facts. They only need a reason to doubt. Who do you think is Touch One’s greatest enemy?”
“The answer is Se-um?”
“…”
“…Franson? Natalia?”
“…”
I’d interjected with some confidence, but a suffocating silence descended.
Kim Gyuwun quickly adjusted his posture.
“Among humans, I mean.”
“I’d say Jang Deuk-sung, and your former guild master.”
“Yes, in fact, my former guild master has apparently made contact with Alexander.”
“You certainly have an elegant way of calling everyone and their mother an enemy.”
“They will mobilize everything they have to block the path we’re taking.”
I understand what he’s trying to say.
The Hunter system is built on rank hierarchy. From the very beginning, those who held at least an A-rank were guaranteed corresponding status and position.
Beings who never imagined they could be suddenly dragged from the heavens to the ground, even if their own footing wasn’t entirely secure.
They never anticipated that gods would suddenly appear from the universe to kick them down.
And I was the one who opened that door.
The first intruder, and a Constellation who served as the backing force behind Touch One.
Moreover, that guild had brought down the Hunter’s Association chairman and rejected high-ranking Hunters.
I had essentially created the perfect conditions to be despised.
I wasn’t particularly sorry about it.
“So if we can’t get approval domestically, the International Hunter Association won’t recognize us either.”
“Yes, it seems regulations like that still hold sway at places like the International Hunter Association.”
No matter how omnipotent the Constellations were, they couldn’t tear down the systems they had built up over all this time.
If the social order could change so easily because of Constellations, that would be a problem in itself.
“So, what should we do?”
“Well, actually the best option would be to demonstrate the achievements of lower-ranked Hunters or something like that.”
Kim Gyuwun’s voice grew smaller, lacking confidence.
He seemed embarrassed that I and Ha Gyuhyuk were standing before him saying such things. Ha Gyuhyuk opened his mouth.
“If the words of strong Hunters are currently working effectively and that’s the right approach, then go with that.”
“But Guild Master.”
It’s unfortunate, but there’s no helping it. Right now we need to overcome this crisis, and I don’t want Touch One to seize control of the Landquake conquest.”
Ha Gyuhyuk’s voice was resolute.
He seemed to have learned that if there was one thing you couldn’t compromise on, you had to yield everything else.
I tapped my cheek with my fingertips, lost in thought.
I don’t possess the omnipotent healing abilities like Franson, nor am I as wise as Tasha.
But I know what it means to live as a human on this land.
The two men fell silent at my pause, as if waiting for me. Only then did I lift my head.
“Why?”
“No, well. We were waiting.”
“Why are you waiting for me?”
“We need your decision, Se-um.”
“Is this my guild? Why should I be the one making decisions?”
These guys kept trying to pass the owner’s seat to me. I flicked my finger lightly to snap them back to attention.
“Come on, answer me. Do you need my decision? You are the Guild Master and Vice Guild Master. Your actions represent the guild.”
The moment you delegate your choice to me, you’re essentially handing over the fate of everyone to a single Constellation.
What guarantee do I have that I’ll make the best choice for all of them?
Kim Gyuwun seemed to realize his mistake then.
“Right, think clearly. You asked the wrong person, didn’t you? Since when did you start relying on Constellations?”
So that’s why Kim Gyuwun was necessary.
“You’re right. I’ll seek help elsewhere.”
“Good.”
He seemed to have realized something, and without another word, he bolted from the Guild Master’s Office.
“Well, I mean….”
“You should thank Kim Gyuwun next time. Do you know how rare it is to find a Hunter who single-handedly supports an entire Guild?”
“Yes….”
“When it comes to placing the right person in the right position, he’s the best among humans.”
* * *
“Please, I need your help.”
“Yes?”
Chae-ah blinked slowly.
Kim Gyuwun had arrived suddenly, breathing heavily as he made his request.
These were people who had graciously accommodated his seclusion to spend time training with the Constellation.
But she never expected him to show up on a rainy day looking like he’d been thoroughly beaten and bruised.
“Did someone hit you?”
“No, I stayed up all night preparing documents and got buried under a bookshelf a few times, that’s all.”
From the lack of sleep, he was spouting incomprehensible nonsense.
Chae-ah set down the Other World tome she’d been holding and scratched her cheek.
“Let me hear what this is about first. What is it?”
“It’s a path for Touch One.”
“Have you reached an agreement with the other Guild Members?”
“Yes.”
Kim Gyuwun pulled several documents from his pocket and handed them over.
They were documents bearing the signatures of all Guild Members’ consent.
“There’s a Hunter who says I need to win a sparring match to receive permission.”
So that’s what he meant by being buried under a bookshelf.
“I just need to sign here, right?”
[ ‘The Paragon of Solitary Knowledge’ advises that it would be beneficial in various situations to read the terms carefully. ]
‘I know, Constellation! I always read every single line of these things thoroughly.’
[ ‘The Paragon of Solitary Knowledge’ is satisfied. ]
Upon reading, it appeared that Touch One was requesting Guild Members’ consent for several stages needed to gain initiative in a new operation.
It was such a detailed plan that it seemed excessive to ask from a single Guild Member.
“Well, if it’s Alexander, it’s certainly worth considering and acting on.”
Chae-ah, who had been silent in brief contemplation, turned to face Kim Gyuwun.
“It doesn’t seem like you came asking for help just because of the consent. There’s something else, isn’t there?”
“Yes, it’s not coercion. It’s merely a proposal. I need a key that can break down Jang Deuk-sung’s argument.”
“Yes?”
Chae-ah looked at him with a puzzled expression.
“He seems to be planning to argue about the unsuitability of myself and the other Guild Members as commanders.”
I’m neither Guild Master nor Vice Guild Master. Yet suddenly I’m being asked to represent the Guild.
Kim Gyuwun continued as though sighing.
“I’ve also racked my brain, but it’s difficult with my strength alone. So I wanted to hear your thoughts.”
“My thoughts?”
I roughly understand what he’s saying.
Kim Gyuwun was making a sincere request to Chae-ah. He was asking to borrow her knowledge and power.
“Yes, because you are the most knowledgeable person in this Guild.”
“I’m not… what?”
“I don’t misjudge people. It’s my specialty.”
Please help me. Kim Gyuwun spoke politely and bowed deeply.
He recognizes my abilities.
Chae-ah, who had been gazing at his face, barely managed to contain her racing heart.
I wanted to do well.
Someone came to mind who could help me succeed.
– Please help me.
At that very moment, a voice tinged with amusement echoed from directly behind.
[ Say it again. Be specific in your request. ]
Chae-ah once more.
No—for the first time, she opened her mouth.
“Shatter Jang Deuk-sung into pieces.”
[ Well done. After all, that’s what women are for. Power and knowledge are necessary to accomplish great deeds. ]
[ The Constellation-exclusive Karma ‘Astral Plane’ activates! ]

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