The Only Enhancer - Chapter 85

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Chapter 85
Chapter 85 – Berlin Sightseeing (1)
0.
It was around the time when Min-jun had decided to go sightseeing in Germany and was making his way around the city.
Sightseeing. A perfectly ordinary activity.
Nothing problematic about it whatsoever.
The problem lay not with the sightseeing itself, but with Min-jun’s status and influence.
The German Government felt this pressure more acutely than most.
Though not only the German Government harbored such thoughts, the simple fact remained: as long as Min-jun was in Germany, the nation had to make every effort to present itself favorably to him.
-Currently, Mister Reinforce Guild has dealt with three Disaster Level 5 monsters in Germany.
-And all three of them were monsters that had undergone singularity events.
-They were creatures that had existed for over five years minimum, making them extremely difficult to eliminate. We could justify one being handled through our request, but the fact that he additionally eliminated two more similar monsters as a service—that changes the narrative entirely.
-We must make a favorable impression by any means necessary.
From the German Government’s perspective, if Min-jun were impressed enough to immigrate here, it would be ideal. Even if that didn’t happen, an improved image would still be beneficial.
What could be considered fortunate was that despite Min-jun’s name reaching great heights, many people still didn’t know what he looked like.
While his videos had been seen worldwide, many wouldn’t easily remember the face of an East Asian man, and few people could perfectly memorize someone’s appearance from a single video.
In terms of security operations, this advantage was considerable.
Wherever Min-jun went within Germany, countless agents were dispatched to ensure his protection.
Had Jung Ji-hwan been present, Germany might not have gone to such lengths, but today was one of those rare days when even he was absent.
So they deployed an enormous number of operatives.
It might seem excessive, but those making the decisions didn’t fully comprehend Min-jun’s true strength, so they had no choice.
-He’s heading toward the Department Store.
-Checking for any suspicious individuals.
-Verifying there are no troublemakers attempting to provoke him.
-Are we blocking all contact entirely?
-No, handle it as naturally as possible.
-All clear.
They had been trained to blend in as naturally as possible.
Thanks to their efforts, Min-jun could comfortably browse the interior of the Department Store.
But then, at that moment.
-A woman approaching.
-Run a database check.
-Name: Michelle Fisher.
-No criminal record.
-Identified as an ordinary university student.
-Do not block her approach.
Agents monitoring his every move and gesture.
Yet not a single one considered their vigilance excessive.
Consider this: Min-jun’s mood alone could plunge Germany into crisis.
Other nations might offer support, but if Min-jun merely ‘declared’ that he would withdraw his assistance with Disaster Level 5 monsters and refuse to sell high-enhancement items due to Germany’s negligence, the nation would have no choice but to accept any diplomatic consequences.
Of course, even the German Government knew that Min-jun wasn’t the type to do such a thing, but they still had to prepare for contingencies.
The agents watched as the two of them happened to meet, and they observed Michelle Fisher engaged in conversation with him.
Some of the agents even found themselves rooting for her.
—Please seduce him!
—Ahem, Agent Madeline just voiced what everyone was thinking.
—Oh! My apologies.
But there wasn’t a single agent who disagreed with the sentiment.
If Michelle Fisher succeeded in seducing him and he decided to immigrate to Germany?
There couldn’t be a greater advantage than that.
While some agents watched like they were observing a romance drama, they didn’t forget their duty.
—They’re moving.
—Map their route and figure out where they’re headed.
—They’re getting in a taxi.
—From the shape of their lips, it looks like they’re heading to Boxhagener Platz.
—It’s Saturday, so the food market should be open.
—I’ll dispatch units ahead of time.
Unaware that a large-scale operation was unfolding, Min-jun and Michelle headed toward Boxhagener Platz.
A market with a concept similar to what we’d call a five-day market.
1.
Across the sprawling grass plaza and the cobblestone paths nearby, crowds of people bustled about, lined up to browse the market stalls.
There were street food vendors, food trucks, and shops selling raw ingredients like broccoli, tomatoes, and strawberries.
Watching the charming market spread out with its tents and various displays, I couldn’t help but smile softly.
I hadn’t avoided tourist attractions out of ignorance—I simply hadn’t felt drawn to them. But coming to this weekend market felt different somehow.
There was something enjoyable about people-watching and browsing the market together.
And walking around while eating street food seemed quite appealing as well.
“What do you think?”
Seeing my satisfaction, Michelle wore a triumphant expression and spoke, and I nodded in agreement.
“It’s really nice.”
“I knew you’d like it.”
“Yeah, I do.”
I never would have expected to bring someone I met at a department store to a traditional market.
But this counts as a success, doesn’t it?
I thought I should repay her for showing me around and spoke.
“If there’s anything you want to eat, just say so. Since you showed me around, I’ll buy.”
“Oh! I’m all for it! That one! That one looks delicious!”
Michelle said this while pulling me along, and there I found a unique dessert being sold among the vegetable and fruit vendors.
A dessert with cream piled generously between bread, like a hot dog.
It was my first time seeing such a dessert, but it clearly wasn’t Michelle’s.
I chuckled and nodded.
Thinking I might as well negotiate, I asked for two.
“…I-I’ll give it to you.”
“…?”
He wasn’t even mentioning the price?
In markets like this, haggling and overcharging were usually the norm, weren’t they?
Finding it odd, Min-jun asked.
“How much is it?”
“…2, ah, no, just 1 euro, please.”
“Ah, here you go.”
With that, Min-jun pulled out a 1 euro note he’d exchanged earlier and handed it over.
It was quite large—two of these for just 1 euro?
Pleasantly surprised by the unexpectedly low price, Min-jun smiled with quiet delight.
“Two of these for 1 euro?”
“Yeah, that’s what he said. Looks like Germany doesn’t have overcharging or scams. Korea’s pretty bad about that.”
“Th-that’s strange? Th-that shouldn’t be possible?”
Even in Germany, things weren’t that different.
Michelle knew that, didn’t she?
But since she knew prices were simply lower here, she decided to let it pass.
It could happen.
She figured the shopkeeper had just given Min-jun a discount because he was handsome and moved on.
Of course, the reality was different.
From behind the shop owner who’d just sold Min-jun the dessert, a figure quietly emerged.
Then he spoke to the owner.
“Well done.”
“…Th-thank you.”
Watching the agent disappear, the shop owner trembled and swallowed hard.
Who on earth was that person to receive such protection?
Honestly, he was now afraid and decided he’d better just close up shop early today.
2.
As Min-jun walked through the market, there were those who recognized him from quite a distance away.
None other than members of the Reinforce Guild.
“Huh? Isn’t that the guild master?”
“Oh! It really is!”
“Let’s go say hello!”
“Huh? But who’s that next to him?”
“Huh?”
The guild members all spotted Min-jun and were delighted, about to greet him, when they caught sight of Michelle beside him and hastily stopped.
Min-jun and Michelle were engaged in pleasant conversation with each other.
To anyone’s eyes, they looked like a couple getting along beautifully.
Seeing this, the guild members froze in place and began whispering among themselves.
“Th-this can’t be, right?”
“Wow! Guild Master, you’ve gotten close with a local here?”
“That’s incredible.”
While the three of them chattered away in amazement, Yu Ji-min’s expression hardened, her face growing quite serious.
And for good reason—Yu Ji-min and Gwen had become fast friends, hadn’t they?
I had thought about joining them today, but Gwen declined, saying she needed to conduct research in the hotel room for Min-jun.
In that moment, Yu Ji-min recalled that version of Gwen and quickly sent her a text message with a serious expression.
[Spotted the Guild Master on a date with a German woman! Come quick, Gwen!]
[Oh! lol Ji-min, I’m not particularly interested in the Guild Master. But since you mention it, I suppose I should check it out. Could you tell me the location? Sorry, but your message didn’t include any location details. I’d appreciate it if you’d include that next time 🙂 Your friend Gwen Cooper.]
Seeing the message that clearly showed considerable concern, Yu Ji-min let out a small gasp and hastily sent the location details.
After receiving Gwen’s message saying she’d be there soon, Yu Ji-min nodded in acknowledgment.
Though I didn’t quite understand why Gwen was being so evasive, the thought that she’d arrive soon made Yu Ji-min suppress her presence and begin trailing after Min-jun.
Watching Yu Ji-min depart, the other guild members called out to her.
“Ji-min, junior? Where are you going?”
“Ah, it’s urgent right now, so please go ahead first, seniors.”
Faced with Yu Ji-min’s demeanor that transcended mere firmness into solemnity, the remaining three had no choice but to flinch and retreat.
Such commanding presence emanated from Yu Ji-min.
“U-uh, yes. G-go ahead.”
“W-we’ll be on our way.”
“S-see you later.”
“….”
Despite the seniors’ words, Yu Ji-min discreetly continued to follow after Min-jun.
3.
While Min-jun was enjoying a pleasant sightseeing tour, Ma Hyun-seok was indulging in an even more delightful one.
After rapidly enjoying everything Berlin had to offer, he had even ventured to other regions, displaying remarkable vigor.
Having toured Germany’s renowned castles and Munich, he had arrived in Heidelberg, where he stood in awe before the magnificent fortress.
How long had it been since I last had such respite?
Ma Hyun-seok savored the scenery contentedly while entertaining such thoughts.
Before the majestic vista of forests and trees stretching endlessly, an involuntary sigh escaped my lips.
“Hahhhhh.”
Why does such a beautiful landscape draw forth a sigh?
The reason is quite simple.
Once this ends, things will become even busier than before.
Will there ever come a time when I can tour like this again?
My rejuvenated body continued to writhe and reveal to me what I was now capable of doing.
Something unimaginable during Level 6.
‘Sigh…’
Even having reached Level 7, retirement is practically nonsensical.
If one wishes to do something, one does it—such is human nature. Yet in Ma Hyun-seok’s mind, Korea was still the nation I had protected my entire life.
I had safeguarded it for a full twenty years.
From the era of the Great Cataclysm, or rather, even before that, having served in government institutions, I had devoted approximately fifty years to my nation.
But now an additional fifty years would be added to my lifespan?
This absolutely wouldn’t do.
Yet with my body rejuvenated, I had no legitimate excuse to retire.
No reason to step down.
It was at that moment.
‘Hmm, wait… perhaps there might be a way after all.’
A revolutionary method to continue working while still enjoying rest like this!
I couldn’t break this vicious cycle by remaining as the Hunter Association chairman.
‘I’ll join the Reinforce Guild.’
It was a thought that seemed utterly insane, yet it wasn’t wrong.
Honestly, it would be ridiculous for them not to accept Ma Hyun-seok, a Level 7 hunter.
And above all, I had justification.
If I stepped down as chairman and joined the Reinforce Guild while convincing the government that I was doing so to better negotiate with Min-jun, it would be more than sufficient!
Of course, for that to work, I’d need to hand over the succession to someone suitable to become the new chairman.
Didn’t I already have an excellent candidate in mind?
In that moment, someone wielding a spear flashed through my mind, but regardless, that wasn’t the important part.
‘It’ll be good for him too.’
The moment Ma Hyun-seok decided he needed to begin laying the groundwork immediately, he gazed at the beautiful and majestic scenery before him and made a call back to Korea.
The phone barely rang before the other person answered.
-Yes, this is Won Eun-seong.
“Hehehehe! I called because I have something urgent to discuss with you.”
-Oh! What is it?
“Hehe, I’ll explain the details when I return home. But I can tell you it’s an important and confidential mission above all else. Do you think you can handle it, Won Eun-seong?”
-Huh! If you entrust me with it, I’ll do it like a madman! Yes! Yes!
A hint of madness glimmered in Ma Hyun-seok’s grin, though unfortunately Won Eun-seong couldn’t see that smile.
-Please give it to me! Not that bastard Jung Ji-hwan!
“Right! This is something only you can do!”

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