* * *

A few days after the Mouse Raid was over.

The ceremony back to the temporary residence on Operation Base cleared out the rewards from this mission.

First of all, an upgraded characteristic, 'piercing eyes'.

1. Piercing Eyes (Irregular)

You can see their status window.

(NEW!) See the effects of artifacts.

(NEW!) Sometimes you get a glimpse of the artifact's memories.

'... Isn't this driving everything that's too good?'

From now on, even old artifacts that do not know the use bird and do not use the light can be easily identified.

And Carl Pentadium, the main reward for this mission.

[Sword: Carl Pentadium]

The sword Ishiu used.

A mysterious sword that changes its shape as well as its characteristics, depending on its use.

Only selected users can use it.

If it is not used by someone else, you are under a strong curse (like a thousand, seals, etc.).

(Current user, sensitivity to 'Chang-sik Kim': 0%)

Ceremony is not yet fully performed with the power of the Sword.

When the sensitivity reached 100%, it was clear that it would be a sword with a characteristic of an intact knowledge.

But there was one curious part.

Was this the sword Ishiu used? '

Lee Si-woo, the only hero I admired when the ceremony was low.

When he was a child, he looked at books related to Ishiu and admired the hero for a moment.

'... so I don't understand any more? Why did a fool like Daechun Kim have this sword?'

Changing ceremony suddenly reminded me of Kim Dae-chun who operated his great-grandfather in the operation.

"Hmm…."

The ceremony I was thinking about for a moment shook my head in horror.

'... It doesn't make sense that that jerk is a descendant of Ishiu.'

Anyway, I was very happy as a creature that the sword I was going to use was actually used by a childhood aspiring hero.

The 'one time' skill that would be a really big force in battle was also a really valuable reward.

And then, someone knocked.

Knock, knock.

"... who are you?"

"I'm Jung Joo-ho."

"Who is that?"

He was outside keeping silence for a while, then carefully opened his mouth.

"… no.107."

"Oh, yeah, come on in."

Then I remembered who Jung Joo-ho was, and the ceremony opened the door.

"What's going on?"

He came into the room and asked about the ceremony for a long time.

Then take a deep breath and bow your head.

"Well, thank you."

"What?"

"You helped me make a decision. I almost regretted it."

He folds his head and rubs his little ring against the ring on his left hand ring.

"You gave me courage when I couldn't decide properly."

A ceremony staring at him lets out a small sigh and opens his mouth.

"Me? Help you with what?"

I lift my head slightly.

"Yes?"

"I don't know what you're talking about. When did we ever meet separately?"

He was very embarrassed at the appearance of the ceremony scratching his cheeks while smoking away.

"Er... That's it."

"If you're going to talk nonsense, I need you to leave, because I'm a little busy."

He was deeply moved by the appearance of the ceremony of acting as if he didn't even know Franz's life.

With such consideration for the ceremony, Ahjussi kept her head down and repeated her words of gratitude.

The ceremony watching him washed dry.

"Hey, that's enough of that. I'm tired from work, too."

He was dumbfounded by Kim Dae-chun's disappearance and the ironic remark that Chang Ceremony cares for his colleagues.

"Oh, yes. I was rude. I'll go in now. And..., you will find Cadet Kim Dae-chun."

'… What are you talking about, this one.'

The Ceremony knew there was a misunderstanding, but it opened the door to get him out quickly.

"Farewell."

He walked slowly through the open door and noticed the ceremony.

"So, you're going to stand by the association?"

One question suddenly struck my head as I thought he was talking nonsense.

"Heroes and Billons… who set those standards?"

"Yes? What's that?"

The ceremony never considered itself a villain in life.

Only when others see him, the truth is reflected as a villain.

"... No, I'm just saying."

"I don't understand…, but are you sure you're on the hero's side now?"

He had already established a home called the Hero Association, and he thought he might become an enemy someday. He wanted to somehow confirm the importance of the ceremony.

The ceremony folded its arms and said.

"Did you say your name, Jeong Ju-ho?"

At a ceremony he calls Jeongju, not a code number, he pauses and nods.

"... Yes, Jung Joo-ho. That's my name."

"I am Chang-shik Kim."

When the ceremony came out, his eyes froze.

Then he lowered his head and walked.

"……. I'll be going now. Really, thank you."

The ceremony watching him spoke to himself.

"Heroes and villains...."

* * *

Red Muffler carries Mickey on his back and speeds down the mountain.

"Hook, hoof!"

The loud breathing sounds indicate that he is very tired.

There were no major injuries, but there were scratches and bruises everywhere.

Mickey, on the other hand, was very neat, thinking he was comfortable on his back.

"Huff...! Ugh!"

Red Muffler gasping for breath.

Mickey's mouth is open, which was tightly closed.

"Hey, put that down."

"Hook... I'm fine."

"Put it down."

In her solemn voice, Red Muffler slows down and slowly lowers Mikey.

"Huff, huff! Are you okay?"

"That's what I was going to say."

"I'm fine, I'm fine."

"Shit, just breathe and say it."

He lowers his head as she looks at the tree, smiling bloody.

"Yes, sorry."

"Oh, by the way, you don't get it no matter what you think, do you?"

"… for what?"

'... How do you know the trigger conditions that only he was told about?'

As she ponders for a long time, she shakes her head and asks Red Muffler.

"... Do you know his name?"

Red Muffler nods softly at her serious face.

"If you're referring to the guy who disrespected Mickey earlier, I overheard him calling himself 'Kim Chang-sik.'"

"Chang-sik Kim... How about real physical?"

"… you can slit their throats in 2 seconds if you meet next time."

It sounds like arrogance if someone you don't know heard it from, but Red Muffler was actually a strong Awakener with that much power.

"Yeah, I think so too, but it's too much for him to say."

"……."

As she was worrying about her serious face, she swung, twisted, and leaned forward.

"I can't. Let's go."

"Where are you talking about?"

"Go to the Dark Room."

"Why there?"

"As expected, I'll have to ask him myself."

In front of her, a child-like pure smile was built.

* * *

[Special] Monstrous Villain Archit Operation Mouse Subjugation Successful!!

[The secretly conducted by the Hero Association, the Billon Labor Office, is known for its successful subjugation of mice.]

[The main players of success are veteran heroes, Magnum Gun and his team members.

…… (Approximately) Also known as the general manager of the mouse, 'grandfather' and other villains will all be incarcerated in Don Pose Prison]

"Hmm..., it worked, right?"

He dropped the newspaper he was reading and swiped his chin.

"I wouldn't have done such a big job anyway, should I just throw him out for a reason?"

And then, a phone call came to an unknown number.

Vice President Hero Academy, is that you?

"Yes, I'm Vice President Kim Banmun, but who are you?"

First time I heard it, Vice President Kim Byungmun touched his ear.

Introduction is late. I am the Steel Gun Team Leader of Operation Three for the Hero Association.

Kim Byungmun was surprised to hear from him about raising his stock price.

"Oh, yes. You're on the Magnum case. Nice to meet you. The Rising Star contacted me directly, so I don't know what to do."

Thank you. I don't know if you've heard, but thanks to the Academy's support, the operation was a huge success this time.

Kim Kim smiled as he felt better because of the 'Academy's support'.

"Haha! Yes! I heard that.This is all thanks to Magnum's actions, right? Haha!"

Thank you. I just wanted to reach out to the Academy about a few things.

"Ah, what is it about?"

Due to his sudden stiffness, the appearance of the ceremony passed through my mind.

"Did that rascal have an accident there? '

There are two things. First, it's about candidate Kim Chang-sik.

'As expected….'

By the way, Kim Byungmun was preparing an apology for his remarks about the ceremony.

But the story went the opposite of what he expected.

It was amazing.

"Sorry...? What?"

Cadet Kim Chang-sik. It was a great talent.

"What's that?"

Suddenly, the refusal to speak was mute.

It is no exaggeration to say that this mission was successful thanks to Cadet Kim Chang-sik.

"Oh, yeah?"

Kim Byungmun, who was embarrassed by his tone, asked.

I heard the Vice President handpicked you. Didn't you know the potential of Cadet Kim Chang-shik and put him into this operation?

"Yes? Ah..."

Kim Byungmun beat the calculator hard in the head with unexpected questions.

And...

"Haha!! Of course! I put in this operation because I realized the possibilities of Cadet Kim Chang-sik early on!"

Kim Byung-mun says that the ceremony is a great talent without needling his mouth.

And I thought the steel gun would be the same.

I knew…, I was really worried about the candidate, but I was also worried about Kim Chang-sik's remarkable observation, using his sensual traits, and sacrifices for his colleagues! He was a really talented candidate. I'm really impressed by the way you look at me.

"Haha! This is embarrassing."

Although it was a frustrating situation, Kim felt better because he was able to float himself at the current best stock price.

There's nothing to be ashamed of. He was really a passionate person who wanted to join our team later.

"Haha! Thank you."

It was an unexpected development, but I couldn't help but smile at the mouth of the rumor that it was a good thing.

But that smile didn't last long.

In closing, I want to tell you one more thing about Cadet Kim Chang-sik.

A piece of iron that makes you feel cautious.

"Hmm? What...?"

... Cadet Kim Dae-chun has disappeared during the operation.

This is also an unexpected story.

I was embarrassed by the face of the herald.

"What does that mean? Missing in action?"

… the candidates have decided to leave the field as soon as the real operation begins.

"But?"

However, candidate Kim Dae-chun has disappeared from the field of operations.

It felt strange to say that the appetizer was fine and that Daechun had disappeared.

"I don't understand. Weren't you with Cadet Kim Chang-sik?"

Cadet Kim Chang-shik stayed behind to help him escape the mission.

"Huh..., but Cadet Kim Dae-chun, who left first, disappeared?"

That's right. If it had been an accident, it would have had to have been a trace, but it was gone.

The ironclad who thought the herald would be greatly shocked said with a sorry expression.

We've searched the area a few times because of that, but it really... evaporated without a trace. I am so sorry.

"No. I don't think this is something Magnum should be sorry about. Why don't we talk another time?"

Oh, sure. If you need help, call this number now. Here's my personal number.

"Yes, I understand."

Ironclad, who thought that the herald was sad, hung up the phone heavily.

However, it was not because he was sad.

I hung up the phone and changed my attitude.

It feels like a different personality.

"Gone"?

He was just curious.

"Why on earth?"

A salutation for getting up straight and pulling out a file in the closet.

He opened the file and searched it quickly.

???????????????

< Daechun Kim >

Characteristics: Stone-like Skin (Rare)

Special Note: The only grandson of the old hero, 'Lee Dae-chun'

Later, he found information about Kim Dae-chun and tapped his desk with his finger.

Tuk, tuk.

Only the sound of a knock on his desk falls heavily in the Vice Chancellor's office with no one there.

"… did she act separately without seeing it?"

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