Revenge with the Power of the Final Boss-Chapter 69: Original Heroine, Moriya Yuka

Kangin Academy admits only 1,000 students each year, and even being selected as one of the 2,000 entrance candidates worldwide is considered a prestigious honor. In countries with a scarcity of mana awakeners, this recognition is even more revered.

Moriya Yuka, a young woman with snow-white hair and golden eyes, hailed from Japan’s most prominent hunter family—the Moriya Clan. The clan, known for its traditional Japanese mansion in Nagano Prefecture, had consistently produced powerful mana awakeners since the emergence of mana in the world.

Yuka’s great-grandfather, Moriya Rentaro, had once served as the head priest of the Suwa Grand Shrine, one of Japan’s few grand shrines. The Moriya family had a long history as caretakers of this sacred site. However, during the cataclysmic events known as the Great Upheaval, most of Nagano’s shrines, including Suwa Grand Shrine, were destroyed.

Although some mistakenly associate the Moriya Shrine with the family due to creative works, the shrine was unrelated to the Suwa Grand Shrine, which the Moriya family managed. Regardless, with the shrine reduced to ashes, the Moriya Clan chose a new path: they built a massive estate on the shrine's ruins and positioned themselves as objects of worship through their actions.

Without proclaiming their divinity, the Moriya family earned the reverence of locals by subduing fearsome monsters and stabilizing the region by conquering dungeons. Over time, their influence extended to Japan’s political sphere, effectively making them rulers behind the scenes.

Even at 90 years old, Rentaro, the current head of the Moriya Clan, retained his status as an SSS-class hunter and unmatched physical prowess. His son, Moriya Nobuhiro, was also an SSS-class hunter, while his grandson, Moriya Takeru, was an SS-class hunter. Although some lamented Takeru’s inability to reach SSS-class, their hope now rested on Yuka, who had shown talent exceeding Rentaro’s expectations.

"Great-grandfather, I’ll be leaving now," said Yuka, kneeling respectfully before Rentaro. Her tone was polite, her posture impeccable.

"Go safely, my dear. If you need anything, don’t hesitate to contact me. I’ll do whatever I can to support you," Rentaro replied warmly.

"There’s no need, Great-grandfather. I will prove myself at Kangin Academy with my own strength."

"Still, don’t hesitate to reach out if you require assistance. Although our influence in Korea isn’t as strong, it’s not entirely absent."

In Korea, the Kangin Guild essentially governed the nation, supported by ten major guilds and countless smaller ones. Korea’s hunter power was unrivaled, far surpassing that of Japan. Even if two of Korea’s top ten guilds combined their forces, they would overshadow the strength of the entire Moriya family.

However, the Moriya Clan’s financial power was so vast that it rivaled the combined wealth of Korea’s five leading guilds. With that kind of financial clout, the Moriya Clan could still exert some influence in Korea.

While strength ruled the world, money was a close second.

"Then, I’ll be on my way."

"Take care."

As Yuka left the mansion, the entire Moriya family, save for Rentaro, came out to bid her farewell.

"Yuka, you’ll pass for sure!"

"Show them what you’re capable of!"

The Moriya family had no doubt she would succeed. At only 20 years old, Yuka already matched her father, Takeru, in skill. Her extraordinary talent made failure unthinkable.

Some in the family believed she might become the next SSS-class hunter from their lineage, and their eyes shone with pride as they watched her leave.

But Yuka couldn’t fully embrace their expectations with a smile.

‘Brother...’

Her gaze drifted toward her older brother, Moriya Yuji, who stood apart, his expression a mix of melancholy and envy.

Although he was the eldest son of the Moriya Clan, Yuji lacked the exceptional talent passed down through the family. Despite spending more time in Korea than Japan during his youth, a common practice among foreign mana awakeners seeking to grow stronger, Yuji remained an A-class hunter at 25.

In both Japan and Korea, an A-class hunter was considered highly capable. However, as the heir of the Moriya Clan, this was seen as inadequate. Even Takeru, an SS-class hunter, was viewed as a disappointment in the family. For Yuji, whose abilities fell far below that standard, the idea of inheriting the clan was out of the question.

Yuji had never been mistreated or looked down upon by the family. Outside the matter of succession, he was treated with respect as a legitimate member of the Moriya lineage. But the constant comparison to his brilliant younger sister weighed heavily on him.

Yuka, sensing her brother’s anguish, felt a pang of guilt. Forcing a smile, she approached him.

"I’ll be back, Brother."

"...Yes, travel safely."

Yuji’s voice was subdued, his eyes betraying the envy that consumed him as he watched his sister head off to an opportunity he would never have.

Perhaps aware of his feelings, the rest of the family refrained from speaking to him. Instead, they cast pitying glances, silently lamenting his lack of talent.

***

Through the portal established in Nagano Prefecture, Moriya Yuka traveled to Tokyo, where she had direct access to the Seoul-bound portal. As a member of the prestigious Moriya family and a candidate for admission to Kangin Academy, she was already regarded as Japan’s pride.

However, upon stepping out of the portal in Tokyo, she was greeted by a massive crowd waiting to cheer her on.

Despite the early morning hour, men and women of all ages packed the platform, waving signs and shouting words of encouragement.

"Yuka-chan! You can do it!"

"Yuka-chan! Make sure you pass!"

"Japan’s pride, Yuka-chan!"

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In Japan, Moriya Yuka was more than a prodigy—she was a national idol. Her beauty surpassed that of television stars and pop idols, and her extraordinary talent combined with her lineage as the daughter of the renowned Moriya family elevated her to near-mythical status.

Even among her fans were fervent otaku who treated her like a pop sensation. Yet, Yuka paid little attention to such things. Her sole focus now was Kangin Academy.

Resolving to ignore the distractions, Yuka stepped through the portal to Seoul, then traveled to Gaeseong and eventually Sariwon. Upon reaching Kangin Academy, she was met with another crowd—this time composed entirely of entrance candidates like herself.

‘So, all these people are here to compete for admission to Kangin Academy.’

Scanning the crowd with calm precision, Yuka assessed her competitors.

As an SS-class hunter, she was accustomed to analyzing others’ abilities, and among the gathered candidates, no one else stood out as having reached her level of mastery.

Although these were supposed to be some of the finest individuals from around the globe, most were Korean, and even among them, the best candidates were merely S-class hunters.

It was rare even in Korea to find someone her age who had achieved SS-class status—a feat so uncommon that it could be counted on one hand. Confirming that her skills placed her among the top tier even in Korea, Yuka felt a subtle sense of relief.

Her attention was suddenly drawn to a particular individual among the crowd.

‘Who’s that?’

Yuka noticed a young woman who, like herself, was an SS-class hunter. The girl had striking silver hair that leaned more toward metallic than pure white, paired with crimson eyes. She looked to be the same age as Yuka, barely 20.

"Uuugh..."

What caught Yuka off guard was the woman’s nervous demeanor. Despite her impressive abilities, she seemed visibly tense, trembling slightly.

‘If she’s this nervous, it won’t do her performance any good.’