Return of the Sword God-Rank Civil Servant-Chapter 188
The Next Day.
Time passed as usual, and the world remained divided into two factions.
On one side, there were punishments for criminals, filled with screams and wails.
On the other side, there were daily routines starting with a hearty hangover cure after a boisterous celebration the previous night.
As Su-ho had instructed, the Banshees focused on leveling up to meet the average level requirements.
Jeong Cheol-min did the same.
Su-ho handed Jeong Cheol-min over to Seo Gi-won and finally began his personal activities.
The first of these was a meeting with Martin Park.
“Is this enough?”
“Yes, it’s enough.”
During the days Su-ho had been away, Martin Park had faithfully completed the lunar drawings as promised.
Thanks to his help, Su-ho was able to continue challenging the Seogo Guard.
[ The Guardian of the Seogo Guard acknowledges his defeat. ]
[ Gate has been cleared. ]
[ The MVP of the gate clearance is 'An Su-ho.' ]
[ Additional experience points awarded for MVP selection. ]
[ Bonus stat awarded for MVP selection. ]
[ Level increased. ]
[ All stats increased by 1. ]
[ 1 bonus stat acquired. ]
Su-ho leveled up by 8 levels.
[ You have selected a grapple. ]
[ 'Bone-Crushing Art (B)' mastered. ]
[ You have selected a grapple. ]
[ 'Hundred Pounds Throw (B)' mastered. ]
[ You have selected a grapple. ]
[ 'Sound Modification Grand Method (B)' mastered. ]
[ You have selected a grapple. ]
[ 'Movement Energy Technique (B)' mastered. ]
[ You have selected a grapple. ]
[ 'Lion’s Roar (B)' mastered. ]
[ You have selected a grapple. ]
[ 'Iron Cannon Three (B)' mastered. ]
[ You have selected a grapple. ]
[ 'Voice Modulation (B)' mastered. ]
[ You have selected a grapple. ]
[ 'Wall Tiger Technique (B)' mastered. ]
Su-ho was able to acquire 8 new grapples.
“Hmm.”
Su-ho scratched his chin as he checked the new information on Wall Tiger Technique.
‘Wall Tiger Technique... It’s a useful movement skill that lets me stick to walls like Spider-Man, but...’
What Su-ho truly wanted had not yet appeared.
Su-ho quickly checked his status window.
“Check status window.”
[ An Su-ho ]
– Level: 134
– Class: Crusader
– Traits: ＜New Blood＞＜Hercules Candidate＞
– Physical Power (O): 84
– Magic Power (O): 51
– Sensory Power (O): 51
– Bonus Stat: 2
Level 134.
He had leveled up by 8 levels in no time.
This is why Seogo Guard is great.
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Every time he cleared Seogo Guard, his level increased by one.
Su-ho invested his bonus stats into Magic Power and Sensory Power.
While Physical Power «N.o.v.e.l.i.g.h.t» was efficient, Su-ho thought it was time to balance things out.
‘After all, when I use the talent of atonement, the stats get consumed.’
Su-ho checked the number of remaining Lunar drawings.
‘Only 2 left.’
He had asked Martin Park for 10 drawings, using 8 of them so far, and had mastered 11 grapples.
Still, the final ultimate skill he wanted had not appeared.
‘Do I have to master them all?’
What Su-ho desired was something that the previous Martial King, Gu Taek-soo, had acquired, but Gu Taek-soo never disclosed how many times it took to obtain it.
In fact, he said he didn’t remember exactly.
He just said that he had been going in and out of Seogo Guard whenever he had a chance, and over time, he naturally mastered it.
When Su-ho stepped out of Seogo Guard, Martin Park was sitting on the sofa.
“Are you going back in?”
“Can I ask you for something?”
“No. I’m starting to get tired of this.”
Then, he got up and said.
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“Drawing pictures, letting me in, don’t you think you’re making me work more than what I paid for?”
“Well, don’t you think it’s all good if it works out?”
“Good for you, my foot... So, do you need more drawings?”
“Looking at the flow, it seems I’ll need a bit more.”
“Well then, you’ll have to pay extra.”
“Huh?”
“What do you mean ‘huh’? I’m getting bored. No matter how much I’m using it for good purposes, I’m just not into that stuff. So, if you want more, you’ll have to pay extra for something I’m interested in.”
“Alright. Then will the paint ingredients be fine?”
“Do you have anything else stocked up?”
“No.”
“So, what kind of ingredient?”
“If you tell me the color you want, I’ll prepare it.”
It was annoying, but there was no choice.
If it weren’t for Martin Park, Su-ho would have had to wait every time the full moon rose or search for gates related to it.
Martin Park chuckled at Su-ho’s words.
“Then wait for a bit.”
“Huh?”
“I don’t even know what kind of painting I want to make. It’s not my style to stock up on materials.”
“Then why did you take the black paint?”
“Because I had a picture I wanted to paint. I use new paint every time I make a painting.”
Such a peculiar taste.
But how could an ordinary person understand a weirdo’s taste?
Su-ho nodded.
“Got it. Well, let me know when you think of something. But I still have two more full moon paintings left. Can I ask you to finish those?”
“Wait a few days. You’ve been using me too much lately.”
“...Understood.”
It was a pity.
He wanted to use all the materials he had, but since the decision was in Martin Park’s hands, Su-ho bowed and left.
‘The Seogo Guard work is good for now... Now, it’s time to start focusing on building specs.’
By specs, Su-ho meant the achievements necessary to become the Special Division Chief.
He had already secured something appropriate for that purpose.
Su-ho picked up his phone and made a call.
It was to Choi Yoon.
– Hello?
“Are you busy?”
– Why?
“I’d like to meet with the Union leader.”
– What?
Choi Yoon, who had been holding the phone with his shoulder and cheek while playing games, hastily set down his controller and answered properly.
– What did you say?
“I want to meet with the Union leader. Could you set it up for me?”
– Why?
“I have a proposal for the leader, and I think it’s better to discuss it in person. Oh, and by the way, I’ve already got the right size. Just a simple request, but it feels rude to meet with the leader without notice, don’t you think?”
– Wow... Where did you learn sales? You’re talking like a different person.
“I’ll be waiting for your call.”
– I get it... Normally, you’d get cut off right away, but I’ll accept it because it’s you, Su-ho.
It was true.
As the leader of the Union, he must have dealt with countless annoying approaches. But in this case, it was Su-ho, so he accepted it.
The call ended, and a little while later, Choi Yoon contacted him again.
– I’m not sure what the proposal is, but the leader is willing to meet.
“Thanks. When can I meet?”
– Right now, actually. He’s in Seoul.
“Great. Please send me the address, and I’ll head over.”
– Got it.
As expected, the Union leader.
Being the top leader of the underground guild, he had an excellent nose for money.
The address arrived, and Su-ho got in his car and headed straight there.
***
The place they arrived at was a private modern bar.
Two guards were standing at the entrance, and as they took the elevator, there were more guards at the bar entrance.
The guards, unlike the ones from the past, were very polite.
As the door opened and they entered, they saw the Union leader, Ion, who had arrived earlier and was waiting.
Noticing their presence, Ion raised his hand and greeted Su-ho.
“You've arrived?”
Ion.
Surprisingly, he was a young man who had just entered his twenties.
However, if you looked at his appearance, he could easily pass for a middle school student, with a small frame and a bishounen-like appearance. Yet, anyone who knew his true identity would never dare to underestimate him based on his looks.
Su-ho smiled and introduced himself.
“I’m An Su-ho.”
“I’m Ion, the leader of the Union. I’ve always heard about you through Choi Yoon, but this is the first time I’m meeting you in person.”
“That’s right. I’ve only ever heard about you through Mr. Choi Yoon, so it’s an honor to meet you in person.”
“The honor is mine. Would you like a drink? This place is run by our company, and the bartender here is exceptional. I personally recruited them.”
“You even recruit bartenders? You must have a wide range of interests.”
“Alcohol is traditionally one of the money-making fields. And I also love drinking.”
“In that case, I’ll have whatever you recommend.”
“Do you prefer something sweet or bitter?”
“I can drink anything. But I don’t know much about alcohol, so I’ll leave it to your recommendation.”
With that, Ion smiled at the bartender and asked for a drink, which was immediately prepared.
“While the drink is being made, shall we talk business? What kind of proposal did you want to discuss with Mr. Choi Yoon?”
Ion didn’t waste time with unnecessary chatter.
This was a reflection of his personality, as one of the things he valued most was time.
So Su-ho went straight to the point.
“I’ll promise you the number one spot in the industry.”
“Number one in the industry?”
“Yes, currently, the Union is competing for the top spot in the underground guild scene, alongside Raid, right?”
“That’s true. But if you look at the overall picture, our Union has maintained the top spot for a long time.”
“But I think the gap is quite small. The difference with the third place is large enough that it’s not something to worry about, but it’s not the same with Raid, right?”
At Su-ho’s words, Ion smirked and nodded.
“There’s no need to be proud. It’s the truth. Anyway, my Union and Raid were established around the same time. But we’ve still managed to hold onto the top spot. So, when you say you’ll make us number one in the industry, you mean that you’ll create a gap between us and Raid as big as the one between us and third place?”
Ion said that, then brought the cocktail he had ordered to his lips.
Seeing this, Su-ho spoke.
“No, that’s not it.”
“What do you mean?”
“I’ll create an even bigger gap. And I’ll make the Union so strong that the guilds ranked below won’t even be able to look at the Union, making it the only one in the industry.”
“...The only one?”
“Yes. Once Raid disappears, it’ll naturally become that way.”
At that moment, Ion’s eyes widened as he was sipping the cocktail.
He moved his gaze to look at Su-ho, slowly pulling the cocktail glass away from his lips.
“...Are you serious?”
“I am serious. Why would I waste my time if I wasn’t?”
“Haha... Since it’s you, Su-ho, I do believe you. So, what do you want in exchange for eliminating Raid?”
“Usually, people wonder how to eliminate Raid, but you’re more concerned with the price of the goods?”
“I’m here purely as a customer, so I think knowing the price of the goods is enough. Isn’t that the virtue of a good customer?”
“Haha, that’s true. The best customer is the one who quietly comes and buys the goods. In that case, if I make the Union the only one, I’d like the Union to be my backup in the future.”
At that moment, the bartender placed the cocktail made for Su-ho on the table.
