I Became a Hunter with the Heavenly Slaughter Star Trait. - Chapter 96

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Episode 96

Episode 96

[Sole name on Japan’s top-secret raid list… Lee Tae-pyeong, ‘naturalization rumors’ swirling]

[Receiving Korean support but fighting for Japan? Dual conduct ‘controversy’]

[From super rookie to traitorous hunter? …Korean Hunter community ‘stirring’]

[Tsushima Island’s demonization, once just rumors… Is it ‘reality’?]

-If this is true, it’s absolutely shocking?

-Wow, so Lee Tae-pyeong is also all about money in the end…

-How many times is this now? Traitorous bastards

-What is the Management Bureau doing? Where did my tax money go

-National. Power. Draining. Away. Like. This. How. Long. Will. The. Government. Just. Watch.

Complete chaos had erupted.

The media frantically devoured the information Han Myeong-jin had leaked,

and public opinion was boiling like mad.

-Some sources suggest that Hunter Lee Tae-pyeong is already moving in coordination with the Japanese side, and this top-secret raid as well…

-Regarding Tsushima Island’s demonization, both Korea and Japan are currently maintaining complete silence…

-According to anonymous informant Mr. H, who has long been involved in Hunter society, Hunter Lee Tae-pyeong has long hoped to naturalize to Japan…

‘…Perfect.’

I slowly scrolled down while lifting the corners of my mouth.

Everything was flowing according to plan.

If the media were quiet,

and public opinion were quiet,

my plan wouldn’t work instead.

The noise was actually a good sign.

That way the ‘backlash’ would blow even stronger.

-Bzzzz.

My phone rang.

It was Kang Min-a.

“Hello.”

-Hunter, it’s just as you said.

“Han Myeong-jin?”

-Yes. Han Myeong-jin was that ‘anonymous informant.’

“No one else but that bastard.”

The guy who thoroughly investigated my background.

The guy who could access information about ‘Tsushima Island’s demonization.’

The guy who knew suspiciously well about how to naturalize to Japan.

All of that pointed to Han Myeong-jin alone.

So the culprit could only be Han Myeong-jin.

“So, how will the Management Bureau move?”

Until now, the Management Bureau had been maintaining silence.

That made sense, since Tsushima Island’s demonization itself was ‘top secret.’

Since it was also tied to Japan, they couldn’t speak carelessly.

They were probably consulting with Japan right now on how to respond to the media.

Soon Tsushima Island’s demonization would be announced,

and talk of international cooperation would come up too.

But this…

Han Myeong-jin had thrown ash on perfectly cooked rice.

Whether Korea

or Japan,

they’d be quite pissed off.

Korea because the rookie they carefully raised was branded a ‘traitorous hunter.’

Japan because Tsushima Island’s demonization, kept top secret until now, was exposed to the whole world.

In short,

Han Myeong-jin had made enemies of two countries, Korea and Japan,

just to screw me over.

A perfect bad move.

If not now,

it was a bad move born from impatience that there’d be no chance to screw me over.

Of course he would have used his head somewhat.

Tsushima Island’s demonization was a problem that would inevitably be revealed to the world soon.

After that problem was revealed to the world,

even if he leaked information about me participating in the Tsushima Island demonization raid,

that would only be accepted as part of ‘international cooperation.’

But

with Tsushima Island’s demonization still unrevealed,

my name alone appearing on the Tsushima raid list?

That was a picture the media couldn’t help but go crazy over.

Super rookie.

Following Choi Mu-ryeong,

Korea’s next-generation powerhouse prospect.

That Lee Tae-pyeong becoming a traitorous hunter who naturalized to Japan?

This was…

Pump out articles,

stir up public opinion,

pump out more articles from that,

and again, again, again, stir up public opinion.

Complete perpetual motion.

-We’re currently communicating with Japan. We’ll hold a press conference as soon as possible to restore Hunter Lee Tae-pyeong’s honor…

“No, you can take your time with that.”

-Pardon?

“Rather than that…”

-…

“Before the press conference, let’s put a travel ban on Han Myeong-jin first.”

-Ah…!

“If things get unfavorable, that bastard will bolt immediately.”

-Yes, understood. We’ll take action right away!

“Yep. Good work.”

Refreshing.

Then all that remained was waiting.

They say a gentleman’s revenge isn’t late even after ten years.

‘I wonder if it’ll even take ten hours.’

Then while

the Management Bureau beats the crap out of Han Myeong-jin,

[If Lee Tae-pyeong naturalizes to Japan, the Korean government will definitely take strong measures to ensure Lee Tae-pyeong can never set foot in South Korea again…]

Shall I enjoy reading these trash articles?

* * *

“Kekekeke.”

Han Myeong-jin kept giggling while staring at his phone,

until his ordered coffee had completely cooled down.

All kinds of articles were

calling Lee Tae-pyeong a traitorous hunter.

This was exactly the situation Han Myeong-jin had been hoping for.

‘What are you going to do now, Lee Tae-pyeong?’

You should have accepted my demands from the beginning.

For someone like Lee Tae-pyeong,

100 billion won in cash would be nothing.

The director position at Typhoon Guild too,

couldn’t he just kick out Go Ju-hui?

“That’s why you shouldn’t have messed with me.”

Looking at public opinion,

this was beyond rock bottom.

‘You ruined something that could have ended easily!’

There’s no way to make a comeback in Korea anyway.

After sending Lee Tae-pyeong to hell,

Han Myeong-jin planned to flee to Japan.

Since there were already quite a few hunters Han Myeong-jin had helped naturalize there,

Han Myeong-jin’s second life plan was to use those connections to establish himself anew in Japan.

“Team Leader Han!”

“Oh, Jung Hoon!”

Someone greets Han Myeong-jin.

This young man called Jung Hoon was

the last B-rank hunter Han Myeong-jin planned to sell off to Japan.

Though he was closer to C-rank than B-rank.

‘Better than nothing.’

Japan was currently suffering from a hunter shortage.

Thanks to that, even these inadequate guys were worth money.

Being an illegal broker, the commission he could take was even higher.

“Did you see the articles? They’re calling him a traitorous hunter…”

Jung Hoon with a frightened face.

“Hey, that’s exactly why now is good timing.”

“Huh?”

“Even if you naturalize, it’ll all be buried under Lee Tae-pyeong’s articles anyway!”

“I, is that so…”

Han Myeong-jin grinned and showed Jung Hoon his phone screen.

A page filled with Lee Tae-pyeong articles.

No matter how amazing Lee Tae-pyeong might be,

turning this situation around would be impossible.

“…Huh?”

But then.

“This…”

Jung Hoon’s reaction was strange.

“The Management Bureau is holding a press conference for the public right now…?”

“What?!”

Han Myeong-jin looked at his phone again.

On the page that had been filled with Lee Tae-pyeong articles,

new breaking news was being posted.

-Exclusive!! Management Bureau Statement – Lee Tae-pyeong Naturalization Rumors Are ‘False’

-Breaking!! Management Bureau Finally Drawing Their Sword… Information Leakers Face ‘Severe Punishment’

-Management Bureau Official Announcement “Tsushima Island Demonization Information Is Classified… Will Hold Responsible for Distortion and Spread”

-Lee Tae-pyeong Naturalization Rumors Dismissed… Management Bureau “Not Under Investigation, Tracking Information Leakers”

-Tsushima Island Demonization Is International Consultation Matter… Management Bureau “Not Cover-up, But Leak Problem”

-Hunter Association “Cannot Tolerate Malicious Hunter Defamation”… Begins Broker Hunt

-“Acts That Shake National Power” Management Bureau Warns ‘Iron Hammer’ for Lee Tae-pyeong Fake News

-Management Bureau Takes Hard Stance “Lee Tae-pyeong Is Protected Subject”… Will Definitely ‘Punish’ False Spreaders

“Wh, what is this…”

Han Myeong-jin scrolled down several times with a dumbfounded face.

However.

The trash journalists’ articles trying to send Lee Tae-pyeong to hell had long been pushed into the depths.

The new articles being posted in real-time were

instead making Han Myeong-jin’s trip to hell certain.

“Th, this can’t be…!”

While Han Myeong-jin was denying reality,

breaking news flowed from the cafe TV.

[Management Bureau Emergency Briefing Live Broadcast]

-The Management Bureau has just revealed their official position regarding reports about Hunter Lee Tae-pyeong’s Japanese naturalization and Tsushima Island demonization.

As soon as the announcer finished speaking,

the Bureau Chief appeared on screen.

People’s gazes also began turning toward the TV.

“Let me be clear.”

The Bureau Chief’s face was serious, and his voice carried a stern energy.

“Hunter Lee Tae-pyeong has maintained South Korean citizenship to this day, and has not proceeded with any naturalization process whatsoever.”

[Management Bureau “Lee Tae-pyeong Is South Korean Hunter… Naturalization Claims Groundless”]

Bold letters scroll across the screen.

“Furthermore, the Tsushima Island demonization matter is a confidential international cooperation issue that was under consultation with Japan.”

[Tsushima Island Demonization, Not ‘Cover-up’ But ‘Confidential Consultation’]

“We plan to respond sternly to the individual who first spread false information, according to the Hunter Special Act and National Security Protection Act.”

-Thud!

Han Myeong-jin’s phone drops straight to the floor.

-Tremble!

Han Myeong-jin was shaking his hands like crazy.

‘What the hell is this situation?’

Things have gone completely wrong.

No,

it’s not just wrong.

It’s completely fucked beyond repair.

-The Management Bureau has stated that they view this matter not as a simple fake news issue, but as a serious matter that has damaged national power and diplomatic trust….

“No!!!!!”

A scream that burst out from Han Myeong-jin’s mouth without him realizing it.

People’s gazes instantly turn toward Han Myeong-jin.

-What’s that?

-Why is he acting like that?

-Is he crazy?

“T-Team Leader! Why are you….”

The moment a flustered Jung Hoon tries to support Han Myeong-jin.

“So you were here.”

A low, dry voice.

A group in black suits instantly surrounds the two men.

“Mr. Han Myeong-jin.”

The sturdy man standing at the front

pulled out some documents.

“We’re from the Management Bureau Information Security Division.”

In an instant,

the color drained from Han Myeong-jin’s face.

“Wh-what…. Why….”

“Special Act Article 17.”

A page of the document is turned.

“On charges of violating the National Secrets Protection Act.”

Another page of the document is turned.

“We request your voluntary cooperation.”

-Murmur murmur.

-Whisper whisper.

-Click!

-Click! Click!

The gathered people begin pointing cameras at Han Myeong-jin.

Han Myeong-jin was now sweating so much that his collar was completely soaked.

“It’s, it’s a misunderstanding. This is all a misunderstanding!”

“Mr. Han Myeong-jin.”

“Wh-who the hell are you people to do this to me!!!”

“A travel ban has already been issued.”

“Shut up!!!!”

“And.”

The Management Bureau agent’s gaze turns to Jung Hoon standing behind Han Myeong-jin.

“Evidence of illegal brokering activities has already been confirmed.”

“Il-illegal?! Team Leader, what is this about?!”

Jung Hoon turns pale and backs away from Han Myeong-jin.

-Illegal broker?

-Don’t tell me, the one from the news just now….

-Wow, that’s the guy?

-Trash bastard!!

-Click!

-Click! Click!

“N-no, that’s not…!”

Management Bureau agents grab Han Myeong-jin from both sides as he backs away.

“Let go of me!!!!”

“Let’s go.”

“The, the traitorous Hunter is Lee Tae-pyeooong!!!!”

That was

the last words Han Myeong-jin left as he was dragged into the abyss.

* * *

-Breaking News: Han Myeong-jin, first spreader of ‘Lee Tae-pyeong naturalization rumors,’ arrested on charges of leaking national secrets

-Exclusive: ‘Tsushima Island Demon Realm Information Leak Case,’ illegal broker Han Myeong-jin’s involvement confirmed….

-“Traitorous Hunter controversy” overturned… Evidence of public opinion manipulation revealed

-Former GR Guild Team Leader Han Myeong-jin arrested after travel ban

-Management Bureau: “Lee Tae-pyeong naturalization reports clearly false… Will hold media accountable”

-Media outlet that first reported Lee Tae-pyeong naturalization rumors begins internal disciplinary action

-Management Bureau: “Will respond to articles from unidentified sources with zero tolerance”

Kang Min-a asks in a relieved voice.

-Did you see the articles?

“Yes, I saw them.”

No matter which channel I turned to, Han Myeong-jin’s face was showing with a mosaic.

-We’ll handle this case thoroughly to the end, so don’t worry, Hunter.

“Thank you, Ms. Kang Min-a.”

-Good grief, why on earth did he do such a stupid thing?

Well, he probably had his own plan.

Until he got his ass kicked.

“I don’t really know either.”

I smiled and changed the channel.

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