Return of the Sword God-Rank Civil Servant Chapter 353

The Return of the High-ranking Civil Servant

Episode 353

The heat emanating from his body was not like steam.

It was like a mist spewing out from the asphalt on a hot summer day.

That’s why Hiro himself wasn’t aware of it.

But it was clear to Soo-ho’s eyes.

That’s why it happened.

Yeah, just pull it out a little more.

Hiro’s eyes are full of heat, passion, and aspiration.

Is it an obsession with winning?

no.

He is a man like a go player, but he does not have vain dreams.

Focus only on the goal in front of you.

Some people call it selection and focus.

And most people who are good at making choices and focusing often achieve short-term success and, because of that, they also do well in bigger things.

Hiro was that kind of man.

That’s why his current focus is deeper and greater than that of an underdog who craves victory.

Hit! Hit! Hit! Hit!

The onslaught continues.

Defense that repel attacks.

As the tempo gets faster and the sound gets louder, his heart rate also gets faster.

Squeak- beep- squeak-

At the same time, the friction sound of my feet sliding on the training ground floor intermittently filled the gaps between tempos.

Cheeeeee-

The hot mist covering everything finally turned into steam that even Suho could hear. At that moment.

Phew!

Hiro’s wooden sword flew towards Suho’s forehead.

A pattern I’ve never seen before.

The speed has become even faster.

and.

Phew!

Another stab in the back.

Of course, I avoided it this time too.

However, both Suho and Hiro couldn’t help but smile at the attack speed that was different from before.

In particular, Hiro’s eyes grew wide with joy, and the smile on his lips spread wide without him knowing it.

‘Looks like you realized something.’

okay.

It’s a good thing.

Extend that feeling a little further.

Then, a much better Yasuda style will be born.

Squeak- click! Squeak- click! Squeak- AAAAAH!!

Suho changed his response to match the faster tempo.

A good mix of evasion and defense.

That was the trigger.

It was a good catalyst and a chance for Hiro to evolve. And finally.

Hwaaaaak!!

Suho could feel the moment his sword exploded into a slash.

A little heat was emanating from the tip of his outstretched sword like a breath.

And then Hiro’s movements stopped.

“… … .”

Hiro’s body stopped in a state of screaming.

Suho also dodged his sword without striking it.

And Suho also stopped.

“… … .”

A moment of silence.

Hiro took a breath.

A deep breath that shows the lungs expanding and contracting at a glance.

Maybe he had some kind of epiphany.

That’s why Suho also didn’t say anything and just waited quietly until the thrill he was feeling ended.

When his expression finally returned to normal, he smiled again and lowered his sword.

“Ah… … That’s good.”

“Have you come to enlightenment?”

“Yes, thanks to you. Actually, I thought there wouldn’t be any further development… … .”

“Congratulations. I don’t know for sure, but it seems like your swordsmanship skills have evolved.”

“How did you know?”

How would you know?

I know, because I’ve been there too.

But Suho acted politely.

“It was just a feeling. The expressions were colorful.”

“Haha, they say you can’t hide a cough and love, and I guess my love for swordsmanship has been revealed like this.”

He put down his sword and took the kendo-specific sword-sheathing posture, napdo (納刀), and paid respect.

“Thank you for your hard work. And thank you again. It was a great learning experience, both before and this time.”

“Haha, no. I’m so glad you got something out of me. How about we continue our sparring?”

“No. I think that’s enough for today’s sparring. I once again express my gratitude for the great teachings.”

Hiro bows his head once again to show respect.

Suho laughed at his attitude.

As he said, further discussion is of little significance.

Since you have improved in both swordsmanship and skill, all that remains is personal research.

So the two decided not to fight anymore and just spend time drinking tea.

Even if they don’t necessarily fight, just talking about related topics can teach a low-level person a lot.

After a while, while we were talking, Hiro asked.

“Oh, by the way, has the vice president ever met a Korean swordsman?”

“Phew, yes?”

At the mention of the Korean swordsman, Suho almost spit out his tea without realizing it.

No, I just gasped a little.

Because when it comes to Korean swordsmanship, it refers to Ahn Su-ho himself.

Hiro laughed at Suho’s embarrassed look.

“Haha, why are you so surprised? Since you are a Kendo practitioner like me, you must have heard about it. The person who is currently the best swordsman in the world is a swordsman in Korea.”

“Oh, well, I think I heard that too… … .”

“I’ve only seen him briefly through the media and the internet, but I think he’s a truly amazing person. So if I get the chance, I’d like to meet him… … No, I’d like to have a duel between prosecutors. But it wouldn’t be easy, right? He’s not only a prosecutor, but also a high-ranking official.”

hmm.

It’s not that it’s hard to meet me because I’m a bureaucrat, but I don’t usually meet other people unless something special comes up… … Ahem, anyway, Hiro is Hiro.

It’s really true that you still like me, then and now.

No, in a way it’s obvious?

Admiring the top in a field is a very natural and common thing, regardless of the field.

Suho answered with a smile.

“He is such a busy person that I have only seen him through the media. However, as the chairman said, if I have the chance, I would like to meet him. He is none other than the prosecutor.”

“Right? I thought the vice president would be thinking the same thing as me. But why did you spit out the tea just now?”

“That, that’s because my name is the same as that of the swordsman, and I’ve heard that joke around a lot, so I think I reacted without realizing it.”

“Haha! That could be true. Well, among my subordinates, there’s a guy named Takuya Kimura. He has the same name as a very handsome celebrity, so he’s been in trouble for a lot of reasons. He doesn’t really look like Takuya Kimura.”

Oh my.

That guy must be having a hard time too.

Suho nods in regret and sympathy.

By the way, unexpectedly, I was able to confirm Hiro’s affection for Ahn Su-ho, not Kim Su-ho.

Is that why?

Suho suddenly had a question for him.

“Then, I know this may be a bit presumptuous of you to ask, but may I ask you something personally?”

“Of course. Of course. What are you curious about?”

“What are your goals for the future, Chairman?”

“Goal?”

“Yes, it’s a goal from all perspectives, whether it’s as the president of Sumiyoshi or as a player, Hiro Yasuda.”

At the word goal, he quietly puts down his teacup and folds his arms.

And then he starts to think deeply.

It’s to take Suho’s question quite seriously.

“Whether as the president of Sumiyoshi or as a player, Hiro Yasuda has one common goal.”

“What could it be?”

“At least I want to be someone who can protect my family with my own hands.”

“Protect your family… … .”

Hearing those words, Suho couldn’t help but chuckle inwardly.

‘This gentleman is truly the same, past and present.’

In his previous life, Hiro was a huge fan of Sugo.

And at that time, Hiro was truly the best guild in Japan.

As the president of Sumiyoshi, he became the best guild in the country and protected his family from the various dangers of the world. In another sense, he became a top player and protected his family from the gate.

Because Hiro was the only one fighting on the front lines, unlike the representatives of other guilds.

So I was curious.

Was Hiro like that in his previous life, or is Hiro like that in this life too?

Fortunately, Hiro is Hiro, then and now.

Thanks to you, I feel relieved.

Because this was a very important issue for Suho.

‘Even if not all countries, each country needs strong partners. No matter how well I raise our children, I can’t respond quickly to overseas gates.’

Suho is a person who truly wants the Gate to end.

We also pursue maximum efficiency.

But there should be no unnecessary sacrifices in the process.

To be precise, I thought that there should be no deaths that are deliberately ignored for a purpose.

Even if the gate closes, the dead won’t come back.

In that sense, Hiro is one of the strongest people in Japan who can cooperate most easily.

‘Actually, Hiro in his previous life was a guardian of Japan.’

However, the reason why Suzuki Endo became a member of the suicide squad representing Japan was because of his utility as a magician.

‘In addition, my position as a prosecutor overlapped with yours.’

Of course, this time Hiro will not be selected as a suicide squad member.

No, from the beginning, Suho had no intention of bringing anyone else to the five great disasters besides himself.

Because one mistake is enough.

Suho said with a smile.

“That’s cool.”

“Oh, did you understand it at once?”

“Yes, of course I understand. That’s why I like you so much, Chairman. You don’t cling to high positions and always fight on the front lines. That’s why I want our union to follow your will.”

“Together?”

“This is a story about how I want to help Sumiyoshi in both material and spiritual ways when he encounters an enemy that is difficult to handle in the future.”

“Haha, I appreciate it just hearing that. But I’m sorry, I can’t make promises as big as the vice president. The vice president is definitely a good person and someone I like, but I feel like I have too much weight on my shoulders to make important promises just because I feel like it.”

Suho laughed at those words.

Because I thought it was a heroic answer.

“It’s okay. I think that when giving a gift to someone, the intention should be pure and you shouldn’t expect anything in return. This is a gift from me to you, CEO. So, you don’t have to feel bad at all. Oh, and of course, this is also your intention.”

“Ahem, the Vice President is a good person after all. I appreciate you saying that. But I can promise you this. In today’s meeting with Lee Neung-seong, I will do my best as if it were my own work and bring about the most amicable agreement possible.”

“Haha, thank you. Then I will only trust you, Chairman.”

The friendly conversation continued after that.

And when the time came, the two of them got into Hiro’s car and went to the meeting place.

The meeting place was a high-class ryotei located in Akasaka.

It was a traditional restaurant where you could enjoy high-class cuisine, similar to a restaurant in Korea.

For example, in Japanese dramas or media works, there is a pond in the yard with bamboo decorations and carp.

As we climbed up the neatly arranged stone steps, Okami, the owner and manager of Ryotei, came out to greet Hiro.

“Your group has arrived first and is waiting.”

“Oh, we’re a little late. Please start cooking right away.”

“all right.”

As soon as the door opened, two officials from the supernatural world greeted them.

“Yes, Chairman Yasuda. Are you coming now?”