Episode 118:
America’s national power level.
A werewolf reaching 3 meters in height.
One of the world’s most powerful forces.
Gregor Gillespie, famous for his foul temper, kneeled down to a man younger than 20 years old.
“It looks like the winner is a winner.”
As Taehyun said that, his eyes turned red.
“You…”
Gregor Gillespie trembled and tried to get up.
But his body was still out of his control.
“Ugh…”
Taehyun turned his back and looked at the audience as if he wasn’t interested in the loser.
It was as if the winner had been decided the moment he knelt, but the host, who was supposed to declare the winner, was also stunned.
“It was a good game. “The U.S. national power level is strong as expected.”
Taehyun said as he unlocked the skill.
“….”
The pressure that had been weighing down every bone in my body disappeared.
Gregor Gillespie straightened his knee.
Countless thoughts came to mind.
can not believe it.
I can not admit it.
This is ridiculous.
100% output?
dog sound.
Countless thoughts came to mind, but there was only one conclusion.
That he cannot fully accept the current situation.
Yes.
This happened because I was careless.
in other words.
The duel just now was invalid.
Quaaaaa.
Greger Gillespie’s body, which had not yet unlocked the skill, reacted first.
The blue magic soared again.
The guild building was designed to withstand an earthquake of magnitude 7.
It started to shake little by little.
‘I’ll kill you.’
‘I will kill you. Taehyun Kim.’
Gregor Gillespie, transformed into a complete werewolf, roared once again.
Cracking sounds were heard throughout the building.
It was the moment when he was about to rush at Taehyun.
Cooung.
Another wild beast blocked his path.
“Fuck you. “What are you doing in someone else’s guild?”
It was Kwon Kang-hyuk who turned into a 3-meter-tall dinosaur.
He growled and unleashed his anger on the werewolf in front of him.
Although he was said to be the best tanker in New Korea.
“Get out of the way.”
In Gregor Gillespie’s eyes, he was just a one-day puppy.
Without any mercy.
It was when the werewolf’s fist was about to swing.
Kyaang.
Before that, a sharp blade passed through Gregor Gillespie’s body.
“The game has been won. “Stop.”
Park Seong-jin, who poured magic into the spiral lacquer paper, was there.
“Well. “Your sword doesn’t even stick in your teeth.”
Kwak Si-yang, who was preparing to activate the skill, was also there.
“Oh my goodness. Are you embarrassingly disobeying the victory? “America’s great national power company.”
Yoo Ah-young then spoke mockingly.
“Ha… these…”
Gregor Gillespie growled as if he were dumbfounded.
Even if the magic power felt by all four people were combined, it would not even reach the level of national power.
Still, how dare you block your own path.
It was an act that could only be considered crazy.
Fighting energy was released from his body.
at that time.
“Gregor. “That’s about it.”
Michael Gore, who came down late, spoke in a calm voice.
“Are you telling me to quit after going through this humiliation?”
“The bet is already over. “It’s our loss.”
“All we have to do is take these guys down and do it again.”
Gregor Gillespie fired a deadly shot at the four players blocking him.
Likewise.
The four players, who can be said to be the best forces in New Korea, unleashed their magic power.
The skill could be activated at any time.
Michael Gore sighed in between them.
In the end, I felt like I had to take action personally to avoid tarnishing the reputation of the United States.
“We made the Awakened Pact.”
“If you tell headquarters about that…”
“Shut up. Gregor.”
A cool magical energy emanated from Michael Gore’s body.
Ranked 8th in the U.S. national power rating.
‘Ziggurat’ is a measuring skill, but he also had physical abilities comparable to Gregor Gillespie.
“You…”
“Don’t you dare try to use the power of the United States players for personal interests. Do you understand?”
That was an order.
An order that even Gregor Gillespie would find difficult to refuse as a representative of the President of the Players Association of the United States.
Wow.
Greger Gillespie released the skill late.
“I am sorry. Please forgive our rudeness.”
Michael Gore politely apologized.
“They say a beating is good for a child who doesn’t listen.”
Taehyun just opened his mouth calmly.
“This bastard…!!”
Michael Gore blocked Gregor Gillespie, who was furious.
“We lost. As promised… I will follow the terms of the oath.”
Michael Gore once again mentioned the oath.
“What a great choice.”
Taehyun smiled and offered his hand.
* * *
Gregor Gillespie lost to Taehyun, and Michael Gore met with Association President Kevin Lee to fulfill the Awakened Oath.
“The United States will not touch New Korea’s neutral stance and has decided to hand over ownership of the unexploited dungeon in Miami.”
“It’s the Awakened’s oath… there’s no way to escape it. If it’s Ricky’s skill, it’s not impossible to dispel it, but… you probably don’t want that.”
“sorry.”
Michael Gore bowed his head politely.
Everything happened because of his miscalculation.
With Ricky Harlis’ skill, it wouldn’t be difficult to break the ‘Awakened Oath’.
Not keeping promises did not fit his beliefs.
The brains behind the Players Association of America.
Michael Gore, whose name was known all over the world, was that kind of man.
“No. That’s just a thing of the past. More than that, Kim Tae-hyun. Have you recommended naturalization to him?”
“I refused. “I don’t think I need to ask you twice.”
“I guess I’ll have to be satisfied with just knowing that he’s a force beyond the standard.”
“What do you plan to do now?”
Michael Gore asked.
“Japan alone cannot stop Chinese players. Because their body modifications have reached a significant level. However, if we intervene directly. They’ll pull out the nuclear card. “I don’t want to go there.”
“What if?”
“Select S-rank players whose faces are unknown.”
“All right. “Let’s get moving right away.”
“Michael. Rather than that, what do you think?”
“…?”
“Taehyun Kim. Do you think he will be ‘harmful’ to us?”
Michael Gore hesitated for a moment.
“You just have to say what you think.”
“He had a strength that was befitting his age. Nevertheless, he was not intoxicated with his own power.”
“Hmm….”
“It will grow further. Enough to determine world hegemony.”
“I see… Even though the power of the Awakened is growing stronger, this is too much. “Is this also an effect of the stronger connection with the Abyss?”
“It is changing faster than expected. “I think you need to move up your plans.”
“I understand. Let’s make a suggestion at the next general meeting. SS grade. “An update on humanity.”
Association President Kevin Lee and Michael Gore exchanged meaningful glances.
The United States would continue to protect world peace.
With a power stronger than anyone else.
* * *
Tokyo, Japan.
Association President Masataka Kubota was waiting for a call.
A little while ago, I received notification that two national power officials had visited New Korea.
It was not surprising to receive a call from Association President Kevin Lee right now.
“It’s unexpected to see a saint and a demon sword appear like that… but in the end, nothing will change.”
She was a saint whose atmosphere had completely changed from before.
She was pestering him several times a day, asking why he didn’t hand over the ownership of the unexplored dungeon to Kim Tae-hyun.
The ghost sword didn’t say anything, but he didn’t hide his discomfort.
“Tsk. “My appearance has become ridiculous.”
Association President Masataka Kubota clicked his tongue.
For him, there was no harm in giving ownership of unexplored dungeons to New Korea.
It’s a dungeon you can’t conquer anyway.
However, since the break did not occur immediately, it was not a bad idea to use that as an excuse to resume exchanges.
Nevertheless, the reason he could not admit it was because of Prime Minister Suga.
“You seem like an incompetent person.”
Without any skills, only ambition is possible.
New Korea is no longer the country of the past called Joseon.
However, he could not forget the past and still looked down on the new Korea.
‘As expected, I have to become prime minister.’
It is said that the power of the Players Association President is enormous.
Ultimately, it is the prime minister who runs politics in Japan.
Association President Masataka Kubota.
He was willing and ready to take on the role to lead Japan to the next level.
“Hehe…”
An ambition equal to that of the President of the Zhengzhi Association stirred within his body.
If you are one, you can use the power of the United States.
Just like the Meiji Restoration in the past.
Backed by the power of the United States, Japan will once again enjoy its past glory.
at that time.
The phone rang.
It was a call connected to the American line I was waiting for.
When I pressed the button, the screen turned on.
“I waited. President of the Association.”
Masataka Kubota said with a friendly smile.
“Is that so.”
Beyond the screen.
Association President Kevin Lee raised his coffee cup and received greetings.
“What happened?”
“What do you mean?”
“haha. I know you already sent a messenger to New Korea. “I’m sorry that you talk like that between us.”
In the words of Masataka Kubota.
Kevin Lee looked puzzled.
“A messenger? “Is this your first time hearing this?”
Association President Masataka Kubota’s face froze.
He realized that something strange was going on.
“yes? Then…”
“The reason I contacted you was. “It is to say what we, the United States, must ‘ask’ as allies.”
“But as I said before, relations with New Korea must first improve…”
“Isn’t that a problem that Japan needs to solve? “We, the United States, cannot afford to worry about such ‘trivial’ things.”
Wiggle.
Association President Masataka Kubota’s face slightly distorted.
“As I said before, we need to send 300 Japanese players to Hong Kong and Taiwan. “We cannot ignore China’s ambitions like this.”
“So, is New Korea also sending 300 people?”
“no.”
“As an ally of the United States. Are you saying you didn’t respond to requests for player cooperation?”
Association President Masataka Kubota’s voice rose slightly.
You’re only asking for player support from Japan, ignoring your own demands.
What kind of bullshit case is this?
“The president of the association doesn’t have to worry about that.”
It was when Association President Masataka Kubota couldn’t hold back and was about to shout.
Association President Kevin Lee continued.
“New Korea player Kim Tae-hyun. “If you are thinking of keeping that person in check, I recommend that you reconsider.”
“What is that…”
“Okay then. “I’ll contact you again next time.”
Fit.
The screen turned black.
The other party unilaterally cut off contact.
“What is this…”
Bewildered, he stared blankly at the black screen.
