I Got an Ex-Class Omnipotent System - Chapter 28

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Episode 28
Episode 28: Party Formation! (2)
Han Muyeol had accomplished considerable feats throughout his time in South Korea.
First, he had recorded the nation’s first A-Grade Hunter, and as a man called the Iron Wall who protected his party members far better than any other A-Grade Hunter, even now in his advancing years, he had stepped back from the front lines. Yet as the head of the Korean Hunter Association, he remained renowned for stemming the exodus of domestic Hunters to the greatest extent possible.
Since it was Han Muyeol who had elevated the once-hollow Hunter welfare system and established proper treatment standards, he was a figure who commanded the respect of countless Hunters. His arrival at this moment, when Dohyun’s party was being formed, was no coincidence.
Of course, he had long enjoyed visiting promising newcomers whenever they emerged, but a situation like this was unprecedented.
Hanalin? I had sensed it before, but I had been startled once by magical talent that seemed impossible to believe existed in South Korea. Now, seeing her directly, I could certainly feel it anew.
‘Is she controlling my aura to the maximum extent possible?’
Hanalin was enduring Han Muyeol’s naturally radiating aura through mana control, yet even that seemed insufficient as her body trembled under the crushing sensation. I couldn’t help but admire her inwardly.
When had there ever been a Mage in South Korea who could diminish their own aura through mana control?
Moreover, I observed another young man who was withstanding his aura with comparable ability.
Judging by the sword at his side, he was a swordsman, and seeing Jiyuchan—who had previously caused quite a stir at the Association with his physical prowess and magical power—I admired him equally.
While Hanalin was suppressing the aura through delicate and tremendous mana control, Jiyuchan was doing the opposite, radiating his own aura to neutralize Han Muyeol’s.
Of course, it wasn’t as though he had completely erased Han Muyeol’s aura, as signs of struggle were visible, but that was how a true swordsman should be.
As Han Muyeol admired the two who had long surpassed passing marks, he turned his gaze meaningfully toward the final young man, Dohyun, and swallowed hard as though witnessing something inexplicable.
‘So this is Dohyun.’
It was unmistakable without being told.
Hwang Hana had reported that he was a monster-like fellow, and I had released my aura wanting to see what was so remarkable about him and to test him, but unlike the other two, his indifferent demeanor left me astounded.
Even if Han Muyeol hadn’t released his aura with full sincerity, it was an aura that would cause even F-Grade Hunters to lose consciousness.
Yet he received it without batting an eye, and moreover, while sensing such an aura, he looked up at Han Muyeol with admiration—exactly as Hwang Hana had described.
“Indeed… you certainly deserve to be called a monster.”
At those words, Dohyun’s expression became incredulous, but Han Muyeol instead regarded him with curiosity.
Han Muyeol was undoubtedly a superhuman by anyone’s standards, so from an ordinary person’s perspective, he could be called a monster. Dohyun, on the other hand, was still a greenhorn who had never entered a Black Gate except during the tutorial.
For such a novice to receive his aura and wear that expression was utterly absurd.
“Well, I’ve confirmed what I needed to.”
With Han Muyeol’s words, the aura dissipated like a fragrance passing through the air, and the staff member who hadn’t been exposed to the aura stared at them in bewilderment.
Observing the staff member, Han Muyeol spoke.
“Explain things well to them, and if they’re entering today, guide them properly. I wish all three of them good fortune. I hope we can meet again next time. I’ll be on my way now.”
With those words, Han Muyeol left the Party Waiting Room with a quiet chuckle.
Though all three were F-Grade for now, wouldn’t their ranks likely change once they entered and exited the Black Gate this time?
It was an achievement entirely possible not just for Dohyun but for the remaining two as well, so Han Muyeol smiled as he thought this.
‘An interesting party has emerged.’
He headed toward the Association President’s Office, eager to witness the birth of a party that would stir South Korea once more and curious to see how it would unfold.
He was certain that a report would reach him soon enough.
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Once Han Muyeol, who had swept in like a tempest, vanished, Hanalin collapsed to the ground as though her strength had drained away, and Jiyuchan similarly slumped to his seat, both staring with bewildered eyes at the spot where Han Muyeol had disappeared.
Though Han Muyeol had already left, his presence lingered in that space like a peculiar pressure that refused to dissipate.
Hanalin and Jiyuchan remained dazed until they heard a voice from behind and turned their heads.
“Why did he suddenly come? Huh? Why are you both…?”
Dohyun stood as though nothing had happened, while the two remained collapsed on the ground.
In that subtle gap of perspective, Hanalin and Jiyuchan exhaled sighs of disbelief.
“…Sigh.”
“…Huff.”
As Dohyun tilted his head in confusion at their reaction, the two belatedly came to their senses and stood up. The moment they rose, the Association Staff quietly offered an explanation.
“W-well… the Association President tends to visit whenever a party catches his eye. And he’s famous for leaving without saying much… but today he actually spoke before departing.”
While that comment meant Han Muyeol had taken a liking to them, Jiyuchan and Hanalin found themselves unable to celebrate.
There had been no mention of them—only commentary about Dohyun.
Though they had already acknowledged and accepted Dohyun’s superiority, their pride couldn’t help but sting. Hanalin and Jiyuchan exchanged meaningful glances, their thoughts aligning.
‘…Second place might be acceptable’
‘But third place is unacceptable.’
Simultaneously, both resolved never to finish last in a three-person party, their eyes locking in silent rivalry. Meanwhile, Dohyun watched Han Muyeol depart, lost in contemplation.
‘Wait, viewing a status window costs 3000 AP? How much will acquiring a skill require….’
Even B-Grade Hwang Hana could now be viewed for 500 AP thanks to my growth, but Han Muyeol, one tier higher at A-Grade, demanded over six times that cost.
While Hwang Hana’s Dark King’s Swiftness remained my primary goal, this revelation motivated me to grow stronger faster—viewing Han Muyeol’s status window became a secondary objective.
The world truly harbored an abundance of formidable individuals.
During this moment, Dohyun suddenly turned to the staff member with a question.
“So what do we do now?”
Caught off guard by the sudden question, the Association Staff member collected himself and provided further explanation.
“Your party is complete with these three members, but a Guide will accompany you when entering the Black Gate. As you likely know, even within the Safe Zone, never lower your guard, and absolutely do not trust anyone outside the Association—especially the Heterogeneous Beings.”
Though they’d drilled this information endlessly at the Training Facility, Dohyun, Jiyuchan, and Hanalin nodded in acknowledgment.
As all party members nodded, the Association Staff provided additional details.
He primarily explained the facilities within the Safe Zone that belonged to the Korean Hunter Association.
Once the briefing concluded, the Association Staff member, noting their understanding, posed another question.
“Are you planning to enter today?”
At that, Dohyun answered matter-of-factly.
“Yes, of course.”
Though Dohyun’s casual response caused Jiyuchan and Hanalin to whip their heads around, they found themselves exchanging glances with each other rather than focusing solely on him.
They were prepared to depart immediately. While they’d made preparations just in case, given how situations could vary, they hadn’t expected such a sudden decision.
Recognizing this as typical of Dohyun, both remained silent before arriving at the same internal conclusion.
‘Objecting here would look bad.’
‘I can’t afford to lose standing in the hierarchy.’
Since both acknowledged Dohyun’s superiority, he had effectively become the party leader.
Fearing that contradicting Dohyun’s decision might cause them to lose standing, both simultaneously nodded in agreement.
“I was planning to enter today anyway. If you’re not ready, we can postpone?”
Unaware of the intense psychological maneuvering beneath the surface, Dohyun looked at them as if he’d forgotten something.
Wondering if he’d answered too hastily, he asked for their input, and both responded with equal immediacy.
“I was also planning to enter right away.”
“Now that the party is formed, we should enter immediately.”
Satisfied by their prompt agreement, Dohyun nodded approvingly, while both subtly eyed each other—competition already underway.
The Association Staff member, witnessing this dynamic, momentarily hesitated before quickly adapting and continuing his explanation.
“I’ll have the F Zone Guides called right away.”
The Association Staff member said this, and not long after, three Hunters affiliated with the Association appeared.
The moment they appeared, Dohyun habitually analyzed them, and since there were no particularly noteworthy skills, he merely skimmed through their names and characteristics.
『Cheonseongmin』
『Characteristic: Warrior [F]』
『Bangyuri』
『Characteristic: Rogue [F]』
『Han Yujin』
『Characteristic: Buffer [F]』
[You have analyzed the status windows of 3 individuals.]
[You acquire a total of 30 AP.]
It felt as though I had recovered 30 of the 50 AP I had spent earlier.
As Dohyun observed them this way, they looked at Dohyun, Jiyuchan, and Hanalin and spoke.
“As you’ve already been briefed, you must follow us as two separate parties and enter the Black Gate to reach the Safe Zone where the Korean Hunter Association has more personnel stationed.”
All three nodded in acknowledgment at that explanation.
Since the interior of the Black Gate, even as an F-rank Zone, was larger than the African continent on Earth, a Guide was necessary to navigate to the designated Safe Zone in this manner.
Most Guides formed parties among themselves, and by simply entering alongside that party, one could reach the Safe Zone they had last visited, which was why this method was employed.
Though everyone claimed they were ready, both Jiyuchan and Hanalin wore expressions of slight tension, while Dohyun smiled with anticipation.
Following the Guides this way, we arrived at the designated window of the Association where the Black Gate could be seen, and simultaneously, the Guides shouted.
“You can enter by thinking of entering at the same moment we do.”
Though it was content they had all learned at the Training Facility, Jiyuchan and Hanalin trembled slightly as they thought of entering internally, while Dohyun could see the message through Analysis.
[Will you enter the Black Gate following the 『Guide Party』 with party members 『Hanalin』 and 『Jiyuchan』?]
‘Of course.’
Upon answering the obvious question, another message appeared before Dohyun’s eyes.
[Entering the Black Gate F-rank Zone.]
[You are being transported to 『Safe Zone – Muel』, designated as the destination by the 『Guide Party』.]

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