My Catastrophic‑Level Summon Devours Gates - Chapter 45

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Episode 45

 

Cafe Near Workshop.

 

“Isn’t that the Guui-dong Necromancer?”

 

“Wow. He really does live in our neighborhood.”

 

“He looks much better in person?”

 

My senses had become sensitive thanks to Heavenly Martial Body.

 

Thanks to that, I could feel all the customers stealing glances at me.

 

“I’m sorry. We should have met somewhere quieter.”

 

Director Baek Seong-hyeon bowed his head deeply.

 

Why does this uncle bow at a right angle as soon as he sees someone?

 

“It’s fine.”

 

It would be strange to rent out an entire cafe just to have one conversation.

 

[Cubics – Built-in Skill: Silence Barrier]

 

Mana leaked out from the fist-sized cube item.

 

The mana waves spread about 3 meters, trapping the flow of air.

 

“Other people won’t be able to hear our conversation.”

 

【It’s a crude method. Even with my current abilities, I could break through it in 5 seconds.】

 

Shh.

 

Don’t do that.

 

“About what you said on the phone earlier.”

 

“I submitted my resignation to Chilseong Guild yesterday.”

 

Sir.

 

Isn’t this moving too fast?

 

Director Baek Seong-hyeon told me about what happened at yesterday’s Chilseong Board of Directors meeting.

 

Jung Shin-ho’s transfer issue.

 

How Chilseong Guild had designated him as the scapegoat.

 

Sir Isra was outraged.

 

【They’re acting like complete merchants!】

 

Yeah.

 

They are merchants.

 

If you’re the chairman of our country’s largest corporation, you’re a merchant.

 

It’s not like they’re the president or a member of the National Assembly.

 

But still.

 

Discarding someone after using them.

 

“Wow. Chilseong is really terrible.”

 

“Hunter. It’s not a good habit to judge after only hearing my side of the story.”

 

Grrrr.

 

I’m trying to take your side here, so please don’t make this difficult.

 

“The official announcement will come out tomorrow.”

 

“Are you okay, Director?”

 

“They said they’d pin the responsibility on me, but Chilseong probably won’t mention it too deeply either.”

 

If they heavily emphasized Director Baek Seong-hyeon’s responsibility.

 

It would ultimately be like spitting in Chilseong Guild’s face, so they’d probably just mention it briefly for appearances.

 

“No. I was asking if you’re okay emotionally, Director.”

 

“Pardon?”

 

“You know. The company you devoted your entire youth to abandoned you.”

 

Director Baek Seong-hyeon opened his mouth with an “Ah―” and then mumbled several times.

 

“Well, this is… You’re right. Yes. I’m not okay.”

 

Is this what it’s like when you throw a stone into still water?

 

Director Baek Seong-hyeon’s face, which hadn’t shown much emotion, became distorted.

 

“I received a large sum of money that ordinary people couldn’t touch in their lifetime. But I still don’t like it.”

 

Retire with 5 billion VS Go to work.

 

It’s the kind of debate people would argue about on the internet.

 

The former high-ranking person from Chilseong would probably choose the latter if given the option.

 

“So that’s why you want to work with me?”

 

“I did tell you I’d contact you again if I got fired.”

 

That was supposed to be a joke though.

 

Swoosh―

 

The contract was extended toward me once again.

 

I calmly read through the contents.

 

“The positions of Party A and Party B have switched?”

 

“If we approach this as an agency, Hunter Park would be Party A.”

 

Wow.

 

This is the first time my name has been in the Party A position on a contract.

 

Setting aside the detailed parts and focusing only on the major points.

 

―Contract Fee: 5,000,000,000

 

―Agency Fee: 11,750 per hour / Readjusted annually based on performance.

 

―Contract Period: 5 years

 

That’s about it.

 

Though there’s something a bit strange about it.

 

“Isn’t the fee minimum wage?”

 

“For the first year, yes.”

 

The performance-based readjustment part had an incredible amount of complicated language attached to it.

 

Desired Gate contracts, timing for settlement deposits after Gate clearing, and so on.

 

Even with those incentives included, it’s only slightly more than a regular office worker’s salary, which is the problem.

 

Is it really okay to make someone work for this amount of money?

 

“I’m showing you my determination.”

 

“5 billion won is your severance pay, isn’t it?”

 

“Yes.”

 

“If you give all of that away, how will you fund the agency?”

 

“You don’t need to worry. I have quite a bit of money saved up.”

 

No.

 

That’s not the point.

 

You’re saying you’ll use up everything you have to support me, right?

 

How can I not worry!

 

“You don’t have to sign right away. I’ll work for free for a month as a trial period.”

 

Wait a minute.

 

This uncle.

 

His eyes have gone crazy.

 

How strange.

 

I don’t know why everyone I meet lately has their eyes rolled back.

 

【You have captured the heart of I, Isra, so you are indeed a devilishly charming man.】

 

【Hoho. This girl thinks she might fall for Master too.】

 

You two were captured reluctantly though.

 

“But with your experience as a director, couldn’t you easily find another job?”

 

“Yes. The Domestic Big Five would guarantee me a department head position, and others would offer the same director position.”

 

If he looked overseas, there would be even better conditions available.

 

Director Baek Seong-hyeon explained that overseas positions would be free from accountability issues, so he could secure better conditions.

 

“There must be many better conditions available, so I’m curious why you want to work with me.”

 

I wasn’t trying to negotiate or lower his price.

 

I was genuinely curious.

 

He’s someone who has the strength to get back up even after a major fall.

 

Even if he didn’t work.

 

With 5 billion won, he could buy a building, collect rent, and live the rest of his life leisurely.

 

Why.

 

Why does he want to work with me with those crazy eyes?

 

If this question isn’t resolved.

 

I’ll have to think carefully about working with a former high-ranking person from Seven Stars.

 

“Since I’ve become unemployed anyway, I want to personally care for Korea’s greatest Hunter.”

 

So.

 

You’re confident that I’ll become Korea’s greatest Hunter?

 

“Yes. When Hunter Park becomes the greatest, it will also prove that Seven Stars was wrong.”

 

“Is it something like revenge?”

 

“It’s a place where I devoted my youth. I have no intention of wanting to destroy it.”

 

He says it’s not revenge while betting everything he has in his hands.

 

I couldn’t quite relate to Director Baek Seong-hyeon’s feelings.

 

【He’s trying to prove that he wasn’t wrong.】

 

Prove?

 

What?

 

【That he wasn’t wrong. Through his actions.】

 

Hmm.

 

I sort of understand, but not really.

 

I understand what he means intellectually.

 

But I can’t say it really resonates with me emotionally.

 

“Could I have some time to think about it?”

 

“Of course. You should listen to what other guilds have to say before deciding.”

 

Phew.

 

I felt relieved knowing I didn’t have to decide right away.

 

“Still, I’ll provide agency services as a trial run.”

 

“Yes.”

 

Right, right.

 

He’s offering to handle all the cleanup, so let me accept it with good intentions.

 

“Could I ask you for one favor?”

 

“If it’s something I can do.”

 

“It’s about the Hunters who accompanied us in the Domain of Challenge.”

 

“Ah. They’re not acquaintances though.”

 

“That’s fine. I’m thinking of recommending them for dedicated support roles.”

 

“You mean supporting me?”

 

“Yes.”

 

He said that leaving Chilseong made most of his existing connections useless.

 

He wants to develop the Hunters who accompanied us in the Domain of Challenge into dedicated support staff.

 

Hmm.

 

Well, since we haven’t signed a formal contract, I’ll let him do as he pleases.

 

“Here you go.”

 

“Thank you. I’ll do my best to make Hunter Park completely satisfied.”

 

An attitude that felt sincere.

 

At the same time.

 

I could also sense his confidence that I would definitely choose him after receiving management for a month.

 

* * *

 

The next day.

 

[Chilseong Guild Deeply Regrets Responsibility for Jung Shin-ho’s Transfer]

 

[Criticism of the Rift Bureau is individual responsibility. The guild always wants to walk the same path as the Rift Bureau.]

 

[Jung Shin-ho transfer issue, caused by trouble with guild executives?]

 

[Chilseong Guild fires executive who caused the problem.]

 

As soon as morning came, articles representing Chilseong Guild’s position poured out.

 

“Tsk.”

 

I can’t help but feel bitter about this.

 

Still, what’s fortunate is that the comments aren’t heavily criticizing Executive B (Baek Seong-hyeon).

 

【That’s a relief.】

 

“That psychopath caused such a big incident.”

 

He took money and transferred to China.

 

Then shifted blame to the Rift Bureau and hurled insults at them.

 

So questioning Director Baek Seong-hyeon’s right and wrong became meaningless.

 

More precisely.

 

People just aren’t interested.

 

【Then there’s no reason to dismiss him either, is there?】

 

“It probably means they don’t want to leave any room for responsibility.”

 

Large corporations are famous for cutting off tails.

 

Buzz— Buzz—

 

[Chilseong High-Ranking Official]

 

Is making phone calls from morning part of your job?

 

“I answered the phone.”

 

—Good morning, Hunter Park.

 

“Are you okay?”

 

—Ah. I’m fine. People aren’t really interested in my story anyway, are they?

 

Still, he just heard news of his dismissal.

 

I was surprised that his voice showed no displeasure at all.

 

—You’re going to raid a Gate today, right?

 

“I was thinking about it.”

 

—I contacted the Rift Bureau and secured raid rights for one C-rank and one D-rank.

 

What?

 

Already?

 

“But why C-rank…”

 

—Didn’t you defeat a Ghoul during the break?

 

“I did.”

 

—I judged that with Hunter Park’s abilities, raiding C-rank wouldn’t be a problem.

 

“I might not want to go though.”

 

—You’re thinking of testing the performance of your enhanced undead, aren’t you?

 

Wait.

 

How did he know that?

 

I had already been thinking about targeting higher-grade Gates.

 

Director Baek Seong-hyeon pinpointed my psychology so accurately, I wondered if he had Mind Reading or something.

 

“How did you know my ability is related to Undead Enhancement?”

 

―You’ve been to the Blacksmith District several times. You even set up a Workshop. When you combine the data, the answer comes quickly.

 

Wow.

 

He analyzed my movements and deduced that much?

 

Former high-ranking official of Seven Stars.

 

His work skills were more impressive than I thought.

 

―I’ll send you the C-rank Gate address by text.

 

“Ah. Yes.”

 

I feel like I’ve been possessed by a ghost.

 

What is this.

 

Everything’s prepared perfectly without me even saying anything.

 

The Gate that Director Baek Seong-hyeon secured was about 30 minutes away from my Studio Apartment.

 

“You’ve arrived.”

 

“Yes. I’m lucky. You got one close to my house.”

 

“It’s not luck. It’s skill.”

 

“······.”

 

This was also set up for me?

 

I was starting to get chills from this person’s consideration and work handling.

 

[Forgotten Laboratory]

 

[Grade: C]

 

[Entry Requirements: C ~ D-rank (15)]

 

A Gate that D-ranks can also enter.

 

Even so.

 

Usually people go according to their own grade, they don’t challenge higher Gates.

 

I’m fine though.

 

【Master isn’t an ordinary Hunter after all.】

 

【I, Isra, will slaughter all the enemies.】

 

Because I have Familiars more reliable than anyone when conquering Gates.

 

“These friends will also be accompanying us.”

 

Four Hunters approaching awkwardly.

 

These were the friends I had been active with in the Domain of Challenge for several days, or rather, the ones I had given rides to.

 

“Huh?”

 

Why are you guys here?

 

“Boss Baek made us an offer.”

 

“He asked if I could help support his older brother.”

 

“You, you’re the Guui-dong Necromancer, right!”

 

Yes.

 

That’s me.

 

“Did you contact him right away?”

 

“Yes. Fortunately, we got along well, so I agreed to support Hunter Park for the time being.”

 

From bus passenger to support staff.

 

Not bad.

 

They’re not Hunters who specialize in support.

 

But since we’re acquainted, I feel much more at ease.

 

“Well then, I’ll be going.”

 

“I wish you victory.”

 

After crossing through the Blue Rift and entering.

 

A passage type similar to the Living Armor appeared.

 

[Magic Soldier A]

 

A puppet soldier with a human-like build charges at us.

 

As befitting a C-rank monster, it’s quite fast.

 

“Magic Soldiers are agile and strong. If you don’t destroy the Core, they keep moving and are dangerous······.”

 

[Death Space]

 

[4/10 → 3/10]

 

【Don’t you dare show killing intent toward my Lord, you mere puppet!】

 

Scrape―

 

Thud.

 

“But it seems you don’t need to be careful.”

 

The Melee Dealer who was the leader said in a lukewarm tone.

 

Right.

 

C-rank Gate.

 

I don’t need to worry about it.

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