019. Is that all?
This place is invisible in the virtual reality training center.
Lee Geun-taek, a first-generation hunter and president of the Hunter Association, was watching from the filming location’s viewing area, which could be called a special seat for [Hunters, The next generation].
“also…….”
The boy soaring high into the sky was definitely the boy I saw at the training ground last time.
‘I thought your name was Lee Chang-hyun?’
Lee Geun-taek’s eyes sparkled.
As a first generation hunter, as a veteran of the hunter world, and as someone who has handled more mana equipment than anyone else, I looked up to Lee Chang-hyun.
‘There’s absolutely no frills. It’s as if I’ve been working with Mana equipment for a long time… … .’
But since you had to debut in the Hunter’s League at the very least to use Mana Equipment, that’s not likely. But… … How is it that you can handle it so well?
A small doubt arose in my mind, but on the other hand, another thought also arose.
‘Overwhelming talent.’
As a first generation hunter, he was the one who saw the most shining talents.
Isn’t it a talent that learns faster than anyone else and knows how to move your own body?
‘I wonder how long it will take to get to Part 1… … .’
Lee Geun-taek thought so.
***
“Hmm… … Hmm! Then I’ll start explaining again. There are two main positions in the melee position. The ‘initiator’ who starts the battle and ties up the opponent. They usually have special skills to assist in melee combat or restrict the opponent’s movements. Then there’s the ‘melee dealer’ you all know best, the initiator, who actively participates in the fight and takes on the role of cutting down the opponent’s dealers or key figures. There are many other positions if we go into detail, but that’s all you need to know for now… … .”
After the air anchor and airbeat practice, boring theoretical explanations followed.
‘Haam… … .’
Things that are so boring. Things that don’t help even if you know them in theory. Because it’s faster to experience them once than to hear about them a hundred times.
In fact, some students were even dozing off, perhaps because they were tired from the previous practical training.
I was resting with my eyes wide open.
‘It’s more comfortable not to touch… … .’
I don’t know how many more lessons I’ll have with this hunter, but it’s definitely a convenient benefit.
Of course, Lee Seong-jin looked very annoyed as he watched me resting with my legs up on the desk and wearing a blindfold.
‘If you try, you have to win.’
Originally, the loser was not allowed to say a word no matter how hard the winner tried.
And that instructor jerk. How could I not do that after all the hard work I’ve put in in the Hunter’s League? Even if Lee Sung-jin knew, he wouldn’t have been able to do it.
It’s obvious that he must have been quite surprised. That level of movement would have been hard to see even in the Hunter’s League.
Rather, attention was focused elsewhere.
‘I don’t remember putting anything in my pocket, but I have this… … Is this a superpower?’
The fact that it was put in was not surprising, but the fact that it happened to me was surprising. I had no idea who would do this or why.
[Can we meet up sometime? After the lecture, during break time. In the backyard at 7 o’clock in the training center. I’ll show you something fun.]
Who is it that wants to meet me, and why is it done this way? What does ‘fun’ mean? … .
I was even more confused because I hadn’t done anything that would lead to such an incident after returning.
But those thoughts and times passed… …and the decision came.
‘Well, I haven’t fought with anyone and I haven’t done anything wrong, so there’s no need to be afraid. In fact, I find it interesting.’
It was a kind of energy that helped me endure the boredom during the free lectures.
“A fight between hunters is generally like this. The compatibility of each other’s abilities. And the synergy with your teammates. Plus, how you set up your mana equipment and how you use it. If you can use all of that appropriately, you will definitely win.”
Lee Seong-jin glanced at his watch after saying those words.
“Okay, I’ll take a 10-minute break. After that, we’ll have a 3-on-3-on-3 aerial combat program using air anchors and airbeats, so please return to the podium.”
‘Hmm… … .’
Is this a 3 vs 3 vs 3 aerial battle using air anchors and airbeats?
It seemed like they were selected from a 3 vs. 3 vs. 3 mini hunters league program.
A miniature version of the Hunter’s League, with one melee dealer, one ranged dealer, and one initiator (supporter).
‘By the way… …Should we go?’
I couldn’t help but be concerned about the mysterious note I had received earlier.
As break time began, I headed to the backyard of the training center at 7 o’clock.
I thought that since it was designated as a break time, he might be the one taking the class with me… … .
‘… … .’
There was no one.
So much so that I thought, “Did I get tricked?”
As I was thinking that, I felt something on the ground in the backyard that I was looking at absentmindedly.
‘… … !’
The ‘piercing eyes’ were working unconsciously. As if in a hidden dungeon, a red, heterogeneous floor was visible.
And as I stared at it,
Jiiing –
One of the tiles on the floor of the backyard of the training camp opened up, revealing stairs leading down.
***
‘Hoo… … .’
It was a place I had never been to before returning.
I guess it’s a place that’s run somewhat secretly.
As I came down, I felt the cool air.
Soon, a fairly large space with a lot of things on display was revealed. The entrance was separate, so it seemed like the place Lee Chang-hyun entered through wasn’t the official entrance.
And there, the person who had called Lee Chang-hyun appeared, wearing a black suit. It was the old man I had met while doing strength training last time.
I found out later by chance from Hunter Sports News that he was the current Hunter Association President, Lee Geun-taek.
Maybe that’s why the eyes looking at Lee Chang-hyun seemed to shine brightly, as if they were not ordinary people.
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Could it be that it looks like this because it was a special place and special circumstances?
Or was it the aura that came from being a first-generation hunter, with legendary achievements among them, and a career that was not inferior to that of Lee Chang-hyun before his return?
‘Even so, he’s just an old backroom guy. Well, he still has class, so I can still feel his aura.’
The more relaxed you are when you eat, the better. I tried to relax as much as possible.
“You managed to find it.”
“If you were to unkindly call it simply the backyard at 7 o’clock, who would understand?”
This was just a test to see if Lee Chang-hyun could find it or not.
“So. Could you at least explain what your business is?”
“I’ve been watching all the broadcasts that Chang-Hyeon appears on. All of them… … Even though only one episode has aired so far.”
Of course, that wasn’t the only reason why Lee Geun-taek called Lee Chang-hyun. The insight into ‘mobility’ that he had talked about during training. And the incredible mobility he had shown during training using the airbeat and air anchor. And on top of that, the ‘special insight’ he had shown during the broadcast.
I thought I would become an old man in the back room in my later years, and I would continue to grow old without any fun to enjoy. But then I stumbled upon a rough diamond that had not been cut.
Moreover, when he was active as a first-generation hunter, he was the one who said the same thing as his partner. Lee Geun-taek couldn’t help but be interested.
“Kk kk… … [Hunters, The next generation] is a preview of the winner.”
“Do you think I will win?”
“I have no doubt that you will not only win the championship, but also advance to the first division. Perhaps even higher.”
From my perspective, it was quite strange. So I didn’t really have a clue what the main point was.
All that comes to mind is the words in the note I received.
“So what is this [fun thing] you said you would show me?”
It was then. With one gesture from Lee Geun-taek, the cloth covering the glass on display was lowered. And at the same time, it was revealed.
‘… … S-class weapons and specialized mana equipment’
“Why are you showing this to me?”
“Aren’t you tempted?”
It would be a lie to say that you don’t covet them. These are weapons that are famous or good enough to be recognized at a glance even without a ‘piercing eye’.
‘There are also weapons I used before returning.’
Even one of them is a special weapon that is supposed to be used before the event as a winner’s privilege. The special sword Caliburn.
It was also a weapon that was used several times as a winner’s privilege before returning.
‘The taste of the sword was really good. It was also special when the weapon was converted into a gun.’
“If you wish, I can loan you one of these indefinitely.”
“What do you mean by lending it to me? I’m not giving it to you.”
“If you knew the value of these weapons, you wouldn’t say such things. They are much more valuable than the weapons you will receive from the renowned Moras Workshop.”
“Even so, it’s just a weapon.”
Anyway, I’m doing something that’s a bit too much inspiration. I guess you didn’t mean to give me a good weapon because you seem to have a talent for it. Well, there’s no one in the world who gives you something better than beef for free.
“Don’t beat around the bush. Just tell me what you want me to do.”
‘Hoo… … .’
Lee Geun-taek found Lee Chang-hyun interesting as he did not shy away from the question but instead stared into his eyes and asked for his demands.
Everyone who is a first-generation hunter, or rather, the president of the Hunter Association, would bow down to some extent and try to look good, but I didn’t feel any of that from Lee Chang-hyun.
On the contrary, it felt arrogant, like saying, “If you want to say something, just say it.” If it were normal, I would have thought it was the childishness of a young kid, but it came across as the full confidence of a talented person, given what he had shown.
Rather than looking at Lee Chang-hyun, he had a smug look in his eyes as if Lee Chang-hyun was looking at him.
‘Life is long and there are so many things to see. I never thought I would end up taking on this kind of role.’
“Join the Hunter Association. Not as a member, but as a Hunter. If you do, I will lend you any of the weapons here indefinitely.”
“So what do I get in return?”
Lee Geun-taek’s face was grimacing. Joining the Hunter Association was as good as joining the largest private company in Korea. The job offer alone was a sufficient advantage, but the boy in front of him seemed to think that it was of no advantage to him at all.
Like a beast pounces on its prey, it is urging others to give it more.
“Don’t you understand what it means to join the Hunter Association?”
“That’s true. I don’t know about the other guys, but it doesn’t make sense for me. If that’s all, I’ll just go. The next program is about to start.”
It even seemed as if he was pressuring himself by pushing himself ahead of time.
Even if he backed down like this, Lee Geun-taek would have nothing to lose. The conditions he proposed were so good that it could be said to be more than enough.
‘No matter how excellent a rookie he is, he is still at the level between an amateur and a professional, so I can’t offer anything better than this… ‘
“Aren’t you overestimating your own worth? Do you know how many super rookies shine in the 3rd and 2nd divisions, but then fall apart without being able to move up?”
“Well, I’m not really interested in that. It’s just whether I can do it or not. That’s all that matters, Grandpa. Anyway, I had a good time watching during my break. Okay.”
After bowing, Lee Chang-hyun went back out the way he came in.
‘her……’
This was the most common method used by teenage boys, especially rookies, to recruit them, as kids at that age were extremely interested in easy and intuitive methods of counting and obtaining powerful weapons.
Moreover, it was a special-grade weapon, an S-grade weapon, and he refused it? Even if it was an indefinite loan, it was absurd.
Because even the world’s best Lee Geun-taek thought that something like this would never happen.
‘Yes… … I’ll watch. Will you become a dragon? Or will you be a mere snake who refuses the Yeouiju?’
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