I Just Subscribed and It’s the Best Hunter of All Time - Chapter 15

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#Episode 15.
I stood with my arms crossed, gazing into empty space.
Of course, it only appeared that way to others. In reality, I was reading the messages floating before me.
[Subscribe to ‘Lilith’s Fatal Seduction’ right now! Your subscription period will double!]
[(Special Channel) Advanced Swordsmanship Fundamentals ― One-on-One Instruction]
Two proposals had arrived at present.
It was natural enough, but when the first message appeared, I’d been genuinely startled.
I hadn’t anticipated any offers coming my way at all.
‘And they sent it right when my first subscription was nearly expiring.’
No matter how I looked at it, this didn’t seem like a random timing.
It felt more like they were targeting the void left by one of my two active subscriptions running out.
‘Though I was tempted, I’ll admit.’
Lilith’s proposal was certainly quite appealing.
When I first saw it, the ability’s name gave me some pause, but doubling the subscription period for the same cost felt like a decent deal.
However, after receiving Arthur’s proposal, my perspective shifted somewhat.
‘Do I really need to add a new ability right now?’
Of course, having access to multiple abilities would be beneficial.
My long-term plan was to steadily expand my ability pool by subscribing to new channels.
But I was already subscribed to Indra’s lightning.
Moreover, I’d been researching how to utilize abilities that demanded moderate power for moderate cost, rather than pursuing overwhelmingly powerful channels.
So if I added another ability now?
‘That would be excessive.’
I’d likely end up being controlled by my abilities rather than controlling them.
From that perspective, Arthur’s proposal seemed quite reasonable.
He wasn’t suggesting an entirely new swordsmanship style—it was simply an advanced course for the ability I was already subscribed to.
Since I’d already been planning to extend Arthur’s fundamental swordsmanship anyway, I felt no significant resistance.
‘Alright. Let’s go with that.’
The moment I made that decision.
[Lilith says this is an exceptionally rare opportunity.]
[Lilith is watching you.]
Another message appeared.
In fact, several messages had arrived even while I was deliberating.
To be honest, it was becoming tiresome. That was partly why I’d decided to go with Arthur’s proposal.
If I left things as they were, she’d keep sending messages until I chose, so I pulled up Arthur’s proposal again.
[(Special Instruction) Advanced Swordsmanship Fundamentals ― One-on-One Instruction]
When I pressed the message with my hand, a new one appeared.
[Would you like to subscribe to this instruction?]
“Yes.”
Though my swordsmanship subscription still had some time remaining, I decided to subscribe early.
I had no intention of tackling The Tower today anyway, and it was just an advanced course in the same swordsmanship after all.
Next, another message appeared alongside a prompt asking which subscription ticket I would use.
[Lilith will remember this.]
It was a message dripping with regret and resentment.
But the messages didn’t end there.
[Lilith says she holds no grudge.]
[Lilith says the opportunity remains open anytime.]
More messages came flooding in urgently, one after another.
I glanced at the messages oozing with obsession, felt a brief wave of disgust, then deliberately turned my attention back to the subscription window as if I hadn’t seen them.
“Hmm. Doesn’t seem like there’s any special price or condition required.”
I’d been worried it might require a special fee, but both Silver and Bronze tickets were accepted.
I deliberated for a moment before using a Silver ticket.
Since it was a special lecture anyway, I didn’t want to regret it ending too quickly if I’d used a Bronze ticket instead.
The moment I selected the subscription ticket, a message appeared.
[You have subscribed to Swordmaster Arthur’s “Advanced Fundamentals of Swordsmanship” using a Silver ticket.]
[This subscription is valid for 3 sessions.]
“Huh?”
I frowned at the final message.
Instead of the usual subscription period, the number of sessions was displayed.
As I stared at it, wondering what this meant, an explanatory message appeared below.
[Certain special lectures, such as one-on-one instruction, operate on a session count rather than a subscription period.]
[These lecture types can be conducted whenever you wish, and your subscription ends once you have completed all designated sessions.]
It was a very helpful explanation.
I nodded thoughtfully.
“That’s not bad at all.”
Three sessions seemed a bit limited, but I appreciated that there was no fixed time constraint.
At least I wouldn’t need to rush through swordsmanship training desperately.
“Then… instead of using it right away, I’ll do some sword training first, rest a bit, and then use it.”
Honestly, I was very curious about how a one-on-one lecture would actually proceed.
But now that I knew the sessions were limited, I felt I should use them as efficiently as possible.
Besides, I couldn’t climb The Tower until tomorrow afternoon anyway, so I had plenty of time.
“Yes, I’ll do that.”
I made my decision and drew a sword from my inventory.
‘I hope the skill becomes internalized.’
There are various ways to obtain skills. And among them, there is something called “internalization.”
When you repeat a specific action, it becomes registered as a skill. I learned this from the internet.
Of course, it’s not easy.
Even if you do the same thing, it works for some people but not for others.
And what I was aiming for now was to internalize the subscribed ability and make it my own skill.
I don’t know if it will work.
But there’s no harm in trying.
Baek-seol recognized that Jung Han-sung intended to train and quietly withdrew to a corner.
Thus, Jung Han-sung wielded his sword like a madman for hours until the subscription period ended.
And finally, when the designated time arrived.
[Your subscription to ‘Swordmaster Arthur’s Fundamental Swordsmanship’ has ended.]
The moment the message appeared, a wave of exhaustion and dizziness crashed over him.
“Ugh.”
Despite having mentally prepared himself beforehand, he couldn’t suppress the groan that escaped his lips.
But it was only temporary.
After a short time, those negative sensations quickly subsided.
“This is manageable.”
Contrary to his worries, it was far better than it had been with Tempest.
And Jung Han-sung had an inkling of why.
“Let me check something.”
To verify his suspicion, Jung Han-sung opened his status window.
[Jung Han-sung]
[Rank: C+]
[UP: 3,120]
[Ability: Subscribe]
[Skills: Kaleha Fundamental Swordsmanship (B), Indra’s Lightning (S, Subscribed), Cassandra’s Ambiguous Intuition (B−, Subscribed)]
Jung Han-sung’s gaze swept down the status window and halted at the final line.
“Excellent!”
He clenched his fist tightly.
The subscription to fundamental swordsmanship had ended.
Yet Kaleha Fundamental Swordsmanship remained proudly displayed in his status window.
He had successfully internalized Kaleha Fundamental Swordsmanship as his own skill.
Though it couldn’t match the power it possessed while subscribed, it still appeared formidable to Jung Han-sung’s eyes.
It was the first strength he had obtained, distinct from his Subscribe ability.
‘I’ve grown stronger.’
Should a situation arise where using Subscribe became difficult, this newly acquired power would prove invaluable.
Jung Han-sung felt a profound sense of accomplishment.
And as if to congratulate him, messages appeared.
[You have achieved the Challenge ‘Internalize One Subscribed Ability as Your Own Skill (Bronze)’!]
[A Subscription Ticket has been awarded!]
[You have achieved the Challenge ‘Acquire a Skill of B-Rank or Higher (Silver)’!]
[A Subscription Ticket has been awarded!]
They were messages announcing the completion of challenges.
Jung Han-sung smiled broadly at the sight.
These two challenges were ones he had kept in mind since first reading the list.
The thought of finally achieving them filled him with exhilaration.
Though he wanted nothing more than to rise and wield his sword in celebration, Jung Han-sung exercised restraint.
I had already been swinging my sword for several hours.
“I should call it a night.”
“That’s a great idea!”
The moment I muttered those words, Baek-seol approached and spoke.
“Rest is incredibly important! You need to take a break!”
She hadn’t said anything earlier, but she’d been worried watching me show no signs of wanting to rest.
I nodded at Baek-seol’s earnest request.
“Yeah, that’s what I was planning to do.”
“Okay!”
With Baek-seol’s enthusiastic encouragement, I returned to Han-sung’s Home.
* * *
Early the next morning.
After waking up, I went straight to the bathroom, cleaned myself up, and then checked my phone.
I confirmed that 100 million won had been deposited into my account.
‘She really sent it.’
Last night, before going to bed, I had contacted Maria and fell asleep almost immediately. Judging by the timestamp, it seemed she had deposited the money right after that.
“100 million won….”
Seeing the money in my account, I couldn’t help but smile.
“Maybe I’ll go out for dinner this weekend.”
I fidgeted with my phone and muttered to myself, then chuckled.
‘Take it slow. Take it slow.’
There was no rush.
This money wasn’t going anywhere.
In a good mood, I headed to the kitchen and finished breakfast. Then, as part of my daily routine, I made my way to the Unique Space.
“Master! Good morning!”
As I entered the Unique Space, Baek-seol greeted me with her usual bright voice.
I smiled and returned the greeting.
“Yeah. Good morning. Nothing happened while I was gone?”
“No! I went to sleep not long after you left!”
“Good. Sleep is important.”
After a brief exchange, I walked over to a chair on one side and sat down.
“By the way, what do you usually do when I’m not here?”
“Well, usually I clean, or take naps, things like that.”
“Anything else?”
“I practice!”
“Practice?”
“Yes! I gather spiritual energy and practice spellcasting and such!”
“I see.”
Now that I thought about it, I had never asked Baek-seol about her own abilities.
It wasn’t that I lacked interest—I simply had too many other things demanding my attention. For now, I had to focus on getting by.
“Is there anything else you need for your training?”
“Hmm. Not right now!”
“I see. Then tell me whenever you need something.”
“Yes!”
With that, Jung Han-sung ended his conversation with Baek-seol and finally resolved to begin the task he’d been anticipating.
[Will you consume 1 subscription count?]
He was about to attend the special lecture.
Jung Han-sung answered without hesitation.
“Yes.”
After responding, I gazed into empty space with eyes brimming with anticipation.
Wondering just how the one-on-one lecture would unfold.
And in the next moment.
*Whoosh*.
Baek-seol, who had been happily wagging her tail as she headed toward the corner, suddenly froze in place.
No, it wasn’t simply that she stopped.
Even the fur that had been swaying came to a complete standstill, as if time itself had ceased.
Startled, I glanced around the surroundings.
*Clang*.
The sound of metal colliding reached my ears at that moment.
I immediately turned around toward the sound and saw a figure approaching me.
Full armor covering the entire body, a helmet, an upright posture, and above all—an overwhelming presence.
It was none other than the Sword Master, Arthur.
*Crack*.
Arthur, who had suddenly materialized from empty air, came to a halt at some distance from me and spoke.
—Tell me, what is your name?
“…Jung Han-sung.”
I suppressed my shock and answered in as calm a voice as I could muster.
Arthur nodded slightly upon hearing my response.
—Jung Han-sung. By learning the Kaleha Fundamental Swordsmanship, you have taken your first step upon the path of the blade.
Though a helmet covered his head, I could tell his blue eyes—visible through the gaps—were fixed upon me.
—And you have requested to learn the advanced curriculum.
I felt a moment of confusion at those words.
“…Didn’t you propose it first?”
Arthur paused briefly at my remark. A very short silence passed, and he continued speaking as if he hadn’t heard anything.
—The path you have chosen will be far from easy. Will you continue forward regardless?
“Yes, of course!”
Rather than ask the same question again, I nodded and answered.
At that, Arthur’s expression seemed to ease with relief as he opened his mouth.
—Then, draw your sword.
“Understood.”
Jung Han-sung immediately drew his sword from his inventory.
Arthur spoke to him in a measured tone.
―Basic swordsmanship covers how to properly handle a blade. What I’ll teach you now is the next stage.
“What would that be?”
―Reading the flow. Moving in accordance with the flow. And finally, creating your own flow.
Arthur continued speaking deliberately, extending one leg slowly as he did.
―Once you master all three of these….
And in the next instant.
―Something like this becomes possible.
A voice reached me from directly behind Jung Han-sung.
I flinched in surprise and turned around. Arthur stood there.
Despite watching him continuously, I had completely missed his movement.
“Impressive…indeed.”
Arthur offered no particular response, simply taking a few more steps before speaking to me again.
―It won’t be easy. If you wish, you may give up at any time. There are far simpler sword techniques available.
“I have no intention of giving up.”
I answered firmly.
There have been countless moments when I wanted to abandon everything just to reach this point.
But I never did.
And I had no intention of doing so in the future.
―A good resolve.
Arthur nodded slightly and slowly opened his mouth.
―First, I’ll teach you how to read the flow.
“Yes.”
―Flow exists in all things. If you’ve mastered the basic Caleha swordsmanship, then perhaps….
His explanation continued on. And I listened intently to every word without missing a single one.
Only after such an extensive explanation did Arthur speak.
―Once you cut through the flow even once, you’ll have passed the first stage.
Arthur deliberately refrained from mentioning how long and tedious that process would be.
Even those with talent typically require two days, while those without might need months just to barely grasp it.
There was no need to break his spirit prematurely.
That’s simply the nature of swordsmanship.
Walking down a path whose end remains invisible….
Whoosh!
“Wait, did I just do it?”
…Or so it seemed.
―Hold on, try again.
“Yes.”
Swish!
My sword traced a ‘line’ once more.
―…?
How…?
“Huh? Does it work consecutively like this too?”
While Arthur stood dumbfounded.
Jung Han-sung, who had swung the blade a few more times on his own, seemed to grasp something, and slashed the sword up, down, left, and right once more.
Then,
Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!
The flow bent, twisted, and was severed according to the trajectory of the blade.
―What on earth…!
“Ah! Is this it? I apologize.”
As Arthur gasped in shock.
Misinterpreting that voice, Jung Han-sung lowered his sword and bowed his head apologetically.
And then.
“What could be wrong?”
―…Uh, well, you see.
It had been a full decade since I opened the Transcendent’s lecture.
I’ve witnessed countless individuals, but this is the first time I’ve felt such emotion.
Astonishment beyond admiration. For a moment, a flash of insight so sharp it sent a chill down my spine emanated from him.
‘A monster.’
I was certain of it.
Jung Han-sung was a worthy recipient of all my accumulated knowledge and mastery.

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