The Saint Who Levels Up Through Necromancy-Chapter 90: Saint’s Blessing (2)
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Chapter 90: Saint's Blessing (2)
The second Mongnaeibyeong treatment.
As his rank increased, the amount of life force he had accumulated also increased.
Thanks to that, the treatment proceeded smoothly...
Or so he thought.
Ugh…
‘I think I overdid it on the potions.’
He had consumed so many potions that he felt nauseous.
The amount of life force required to treat Mongnaeibyeong was enormous.
There was a reason why a specialized treatment device was developed in his previous life.
Trying to cover that entire process with only divine spells was bound to cause problems.
'At this rate, I'll become addicted to potions.'
〔Potion addiction?〕
'If you consume a lot in a short period, you develop resistance to recovery.'
There were no aftereffects from using divine spells frequently, but the healing mechanism of potions relied on medicinal ingredients, so immunity developed with repeated use.
It wouldn't be a problem unless he consumed an excessive amount, but considering that he had recently pushed himself to expand the Necropolis, he was worried.
'I need to find another way to secure life force.'
Wouldn't there be situations in the future where he needed to compensate for insufficient spirit power?
No.
When dealing with power beyond his rank, there would always be a price to pay.
Increasing his spirit power stat was the fundamental solution, but whether he leveled up or absorbed stats with Life Drain, it wasn't a problem that could be solved in a short time.
'I need to reach 4 Star quickly and consume the Millennium Snow Ginseng.'
[Changed Inseolsam → Millennium Snow Ginseng]
To solve the chronic lack of spirit power, an elixir was the best.
Clicking his tongue, Yoojin slightly stretched his shoulders, which had become tense during the treatment.
"Is it over?"
"Yes. Please check on the patient yourself."
"Ah, okay."
The client entered the room with a groan.
Yoojin and his companions made way for him.
Jin Seonghyun, who was waiting outside, bowed his head to the two.
"Thank you, Saint."
"Don't mention it. I'm not doing this for free."
At Yoojin's blunt words, Jin Seonghyun smiled faintly.
"My friend will be aware of that."
"It would have been dangerous if we were any later."
"If you had told me sooner, I would have requested this along with Seryeong's treatment. I apologize for the inconvenience."
"You didn't know about his condition?"
"She said it was a matter of pride for the number one pharmaceutical company in Korea, so she tried to find a solution herself, but it seems she failed."
The husband of the CEO of Daehan Pharmaceuticals was suffering from Mongnaeibyeong?
If this became known, it would be an issue that could shake the company's stock price.
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"If I hadn't accidentally mentioned Seryeong... I wouldn't have known either."
"You're benefiting from having a good relationship with the CEO of Daehan Pharmaceuticals."
"Hahaha. The same goes for you."
Jin Seonghyun subtly directed the conversation towards Madam.
‘Hmm?!’
Madame seemed intent on maintaining a professional boundary with Chairman Jin, but it appeared he had other ideas.
'You two can resolve your own issues.'
Yoojin had no interest in getting involved.
His relationship with Madam was purely professional; they weren't close enough for personal feelings to be involved.
She would be the first to dislike it if he brought up anything personal.
〔Do you really think so?〕
'Even before returning, we had a strictly professional relationship.'
〔Khahaha. From what I see, it doesn't seem like you only talk about work.〕
'Don't spout nonsense, Constellation.'
Madam's amiable demeanor was a persona to hide her true intentions.
In other words, a mask.
Yoojin had seen quite a few people who, captivated by the image reflected in that mask, rushed towards her like moths to a flame, only to meet their demise.
'If they just stayed put, they would have been half safe, but they couldn't do that.'
〔Hmm. That's strange.〕
Just then, the client emerged after meeting with the patient.
Pushing aside Kronos's persistent doubts, Yoojin slightly bowed his head.
"Saint, my husband is going to be alright now, right?"
"Yes, he's completely healed."
Just like with Jin Seryeong, he explained the precautions, and the middle-aged woman wiped the tears from her eyes.
"Thank you. I don't know how to repay this kindness."
"I have a proposal for you. Would you mind sparing some time?"
Yoojin got straight to the point.
Jin Seonghyun, who was next to him, coughed loudly.
"He's a young man who doesn't like formalities. I hope CEO Jeong understands."
"I'm not one for formalities, especially with my benefactor. No need to worry."
A prominent entrepreneur who made Daehan Pharmaceuticals the number one pharmaceutical company in Korea.
Instead of her usual blunt demeanor, Jeong Soonim replied with a bright smile.
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The CEO of Daehan Pharmaceuticals.
Jeong Soonim's rank was 6 Star.
Unlike Jin Seonghyun of Seongcheon Corporation, she hadn't overcome the second great wall.
'That doesn't mean she's someone to underestimate.'
She was the driving force behind Daehan Pharmaceuticals' rise to the top in Korea.
She wasn't even an [Alchemist], a class that appeared about 5 years ago, yet she had developed numerous high-performance medicines.
'To distribute the pills, it's better to involve Daehan Pharmaceuticals.'
Although Seongcheon Corporation's main focus was also alchemy, they didn't specialize in medicine.
There were several fields within the alchemy category.
Daehan Pharmaceuticals was a company specializing in medicinal herbs.
"Partner, stop shaking your leg."
"But... isn't she the one who created the legendary blue water, no, Bacchus?"
A recovery potion commonly known as 'Blue Potion'.
Bacchus was a drink loved(?) not only by Hunters but also by ordinary people.
It had the effect of relieving fatigue when consumed, and it had no addictive properties or side effects, so it was renowned as Daehan Pharmaceuticals' flagship product.
"I used to drink a lot of it."
"Don't talk as if you've quit."
"Is it that obvious?"
"You were drinking it like water when we were making the intermediate potion."
Shin Joonseok let out a groan.
CEO Jeong Soonim smiled lightly, seemingly pleased with his reaction.
"Saint and your companions, you said you had a proposal?"
"We want to entrust you with the distribution of this pill, the Saint's Blessing."
Jeong Soonim checked the item information.
Her reaction wasn't much different from Jin Seonghyun's.
"This is amazing! Such a revolutionary medicine!"
"This friend here is quite capable."
"But the name Saint's Blessing… Are you considering a series?"
"Hmm. You could see it that way."
Yoojin didn't bother denying it.
Shin Joonseok, sitting next to him, had a startled expression.
- What do you mean a series? I haven't heard anything about that.
- We needed a brand name to use as our main one.
How about creating a brand with "Saint's" at the beginning, like Saint's something-something?
It was an idea that came to him spontaneously from Jeong Soonim's words.
The more he thought about it, the better it sounded.
Of course…
To build a brand, products with that name had to be released consistently.
'I have plenty of ideas.'
He had heard of several recipes while working with Shin Joonseok before returning.
And the Ring of Darkness contained a wealth of knowledge.
Resurrection Potion.
Body Strengthening Pill.
Massacre Potion, and so on.
There were so many products he could transform into the Saint's series.
"Partner, we have a lot of work to do in the future."
".....?"
"Just... that."
Yoojin lightly patted Shin Joonseok's shoulder.
‘Let's work hard. I'm not doing this just for my own benefit, am I?’
〔That poor soul.〕
Kronos clicked his tongue.
The distribution negotiations that followed.
CEO Jeong Soonim was very accommodating to Black Company.
"Since the production volume is low, it would be best to sell it as a premium product."
"By premium, you mean...?"
"We'll mainly supply it to high-ranking Hunters who are sponsored by our company and gradually spread the word."
Jeong Soonim suggested a sales strategy of providing the Saint's Blessing only to a select few and generating buzz through word-of-mouth.
The daily production of [Saint's Blessing] was 10 pills at most.
It was far from enough to create a regular brand.
And the manufacturing process was too complex to establish a production line like the mass-produced intermediate potion.
'Her business acumen is certainly different.'
He had learned a lesson.
He had only thought about creating a brand and securing distribution channels, but…
This was advice that considered all factors, such as the supply of [Saint's Blessing] and the effects of the medicine.
'I'll have to recruit a professional manager later.'
This life was different from his previous one.
He had decided to create an organization.
To ensure his initial success wasn't just a fluke, he had to learn a lot.
He had obtained valuable teachings at a low price.
"Alright."
"Then I should repay you for treating my husband."
Yoojin nodded nonchalantly.
On the other hand, Shin Joonseok couldn't hide his discomfort.
"Thank you for opening up a premium distribution channel for us."
"What are you talking about? We only accepted because it's a beneficial proposal for us as well."
"That's right, Alchemist Master Shin. The two matters should be handled separately."
Jin Seonghyun, who had mediated the request, added.
Of course, of course.
What a great opportunity it was to receive a regular supply of a pill like the Saint's Blessing.
It was a contract that would bring tremendous benefits to Daehan Pharmaceuticals.
So…
He should receive a separate reward.
"Can I receive it in the form of Millennium Snow Ginseng?"
"It will take a little time. Maybe... about a month."
"That's fine."
There was no rush.
He needed time to reach 4 Star, the requirement for consuming Millennium Snow Ginseng.
'Once I return to the border region, I should focus on hunting monsters.'
Fafnir's rank had risen to 5 Star.
Song Myeongseok, a genius with the [Heavenly Bone] trait, had also joined the army of the dead.
With this force, he could hunt even deeper within the border region.
4 Star?
He would reach it soon.
Yoojin licked his lips.
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On a small island that had risen somewhere in the East Sea.
It had been several days since a visitor had set foot on this land that emerged as an aftereffect of the erosion phenomenon.
"It's a complete mess."
A woman with red-dyed hair clicked her tongue.
She wore leather armor that clung tightly to her body.
With each step she took, several daggers attached to her waist swayed from side to side.
"I apologize, Noona. For making you come all the way to this place."
"You have a conscience, huh? You even know how to say such things."
Smack— Pop!
As the inflated bubble gum popped, the Seagull Group members who came out to clean up were startled and cautiously watched the woman's expression.
Kim Mijeong, outside director and head of operations for the Rakshasa Guild.
She was infamous in the mercenary world, known for being selective with her requests due to her free-spirited nature.
"Damn it. If it weren't for the debt, I wouldn't have come to a dreary deserted island like this."
The Hunter who served as her guide shuddered.
Her ruthlessness was well-known in Busan's underworld.
"How's the Strong Moss?"
"It's the same as always, Noona."
"Good. The higher-ups were nagging me about not interrupting the supply."
"But there are no laborers."
"You idiot. Don't you have hands? Don't you have feet?"
Kim Mijeong's eyes curved like a full moon.
Her pupils gleamed with murderous intent.
Her right hand, reaching for her waist, twitched as if she were about to draw a dagger at any moment.
"Hey, what are you doing! Hurry up and put on your diving suits!"
The pale-faced boss of the Seagull Group urged his subordinates who were cleaning up.
"Boring."
Kim Mijeong muttered in a listless voice, seemingly disappointed, and shifted her gaze.
Traces of battle remained here and there along the coast.
"Search Shuttle. Look for traces."
"It's been quite a while since the battle. I don't know if anything will show up..."
"If nothing shows up, Shuttle, your life is forfeit."
The Rakshasa Guild Hunter swallowed a scream and channeled his mana.
[Memory of Land]
As the name suggests, it was magic that summoned the spirit residing in the area to view past events.
It seemed similar to Yoojin's divine spell [Memento], but [Memento] wasn't limited to the ground and didn't erase memories, but it couldn't scan a wide area, so both had their advantages and disadvantages.
"What do you see?"
"It's been a long time, so I can only see silhouettes."
"I can see your lifeline."
"...The person who disembarked from the ship extended their right hand, and something wielding dual swords popped out. That's all."
"Ah, yes. That's the answer I wanted."
Kim Mijeong grinned.
Her eyes quickly followed the traces of the battle.
"The guy with the dual swords used Aura to cut down the Seagull Group member. But you said the traces suddenly appeared?"
"I-Is that so?"
The Hunter Mage broke out in a cold sweat.
This woman had grasped the situation even more accurately than his magic that read the memories of the land.
To deduce this much just by glancing at the traces on the ground... her skills were the real deal.
'But why did she bring me here!'
He couldn't even protest, as his life was hanging by a thread.
The Hunter Mage wanted to cry.
"Well, thanks to you, I learned one thing."
"What is it?"
"The guy with the dual swords. He's a summon."
The magic that replayed the memories of the land.
And the scars of battle.
The answer was simple when both elements were taken into account.
"A summon that wields two swords. That'll be easy to find."
The Rakshasa Guild couldn't overlook this incident.
If they left it alone, it could affect their control over Busan's underworld.
They had to clearly show what would happen if someone dared to touch their territory.
"The headquarters is already pushing me to take down another guy, so I need to handle this quickly."
The guild backing the Rakshasa Guild.
Arhan had instructed Kim Mijeong to investigate a certain Hunter and eliminate him if the opportunity arose.
The key player in the recent double dungeon raid.
It was Yoojin.
Unaware that the person in Arhan's orders was the same one who had invaded the deserted island, Kim Mijeong giggled.
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