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It was now 2021. The world had changed dramatically after 2020 had passed. The number of awakeners increased, and the corresponding number of dungeons drew a sharp upward curve.
The dungeons weren’t solely a social issue but were turning into a huge problem. Outbreaks were occurring more often since dungeon attacks aren’t executed earlier. Fortunately, there was no significant damage due to the swift action of nearby awakeners, but it had become a severe problem.
“In the future, there will be an increase in dungeons appearing and dungeon outbreaks. Although the number of awakeners is much higher than the dungeons right now…”
“You’re saying that the tables would turn later?”
“At least that’s what I think would happen.”
If it was according to Su-hyeun’s words, the situation had gone beyond a severe level.
Lee Ju-ho was one who had several years of experience as an awakener. He drew up the scene that Su-hyeun shared with him in his mind, where the number of dungeons outnumbered the awakeners.
Lee Ju-ho’s face turned blue in an instant. He put the chopsticks he had in his hand down on the table.
“…It’s over.”
What if dungeons appeared all over the world, and all of those had outbreaks?
There would only be one result. The end of the world.
When Su-hyeun brought up the story, he had wondered if Lee Ju-ho would ignore his words. As the proportion of dungeons to outbreaks increased, it had become a social problem.
That’s probably why Lee Ju-ho could not ignore his words. Furthermore, if assuming what Su-hyeun said was true…
“If that’s the case, this isn’t favorable at all. Of course, I’ll help.”
“Thank you.”
It was a relief.
If Lee Ju-ho’s negotiations with the authorities were successful, this issue could be solved without much trouble.
However, the problem was that unlike Su-hyeun, who knew how the future went, no one could be certain what decision the authorities would make.
The case was only a gamble of probability to a certain extent. It was up to him to prepare in case the gamble failed. The preparation was something which he had on his mind for quite some time.
“But… It’s certainly coincidental.”
“What are you talking about?”
“The period which you mentioned. It coincides with the green level dungeon attack that appeared at Ansan.”
It was sporadic for a green level dungeon to appear.
Not only did such dungeons require A-rank awakeners, depending on the situation, they might also need help from S-rank awakeners.
If the outbreak occurred in such dungeons, the whole city would be in immediate danger, forcing the nation and the Awakeners Authority to focus entirely on the green level dungeons.
In other words, it was also the period where Seoul and Gyeonggi province would have a lack of manpower.
“In fact, I had thought of going there if I couldn’t get to go on the dungeon attack with you…”
It’s not a good thing to say after hearing those words.
“Haa— It’s complicated.”
Even so, he couldn’t leave the green level dungeon alone. If there was an outbreak in the green level dungeon, it would also become a great danger to the city.
“Please don’t expect too much. It’s because it’s me — that’s why I believed it but isn’t it quite a groundless story?”
“I got it. I’ll make my preparations separately.”
Right now, there was a limit to what Su-hyeun and Lee Ju-ho could do, so they could only do their best within their boundaries.
Su-hyeun once again concentrated on his meal and continued his train of thoughts.
They soon finished their meal.
Lee Ju-ho felt that he could not hold back Su-hyeun for long. He too had to challenge the next floor’s trial and also had to help Su-hyeun with his favor.
Su-hyeun thought over for a moment if he should head back home. It had been a while since he saw Shin Soo-yeong’s face, too.
Instead, it might be better for her to think that Su-hyeun was still focused and working hard on ascending the tower. However, he thought that a call would be alright.
Ring—
Su-hyeun called Shin Soo-yeong.
“Hello?”
Though he hadn’t heard her voice for some time, she sounded urgent. She must have been busy on the other line.
“Oh, mom. What are you doing?”
“I’ve been busy for a while with the guests. Your call came at a good time. I was just about to take a break from the guests who just left.”
Shin Soo-yeong had set up her own store. After selling gold for more than a decade, Su-hyeun presented her with a jewelry shop. After setting up her own shop, she did not stop working for a moment. Her shop was quite prosperous, perhaps because of her volubility and ability.
“Are you done with your work? I haven’t heard from you in a while.”
Su-hyeun left the house after getting a small studio. He thought that if he continued to stay with Shin Soo-yeong, he would still be concerned about her. Shin Soo-yeong, too, was more than ready to allow Su-hyeun to become independent.
Still, Su-hyeun still occasionally took time out to spend with her, but of course, he hadn’t had the time to do it recently.
“Yes, it just ended. But I think I’ll have to start on another now.”
“Right away? Wouldn’t it be tough?”
It was the most common question from her. It was only asked by Shin Soo-yeong. Although he knew she was worried, Su-hyeun liked hearing it.
“It’s all right. I’m not hurt anywhere. People say that I’m a genius. Though I’ve said it before, I think I’m well-suited for this job.”
It wasn’t a lie. In fact, various communities, including Abyss Online, and other countless awakeners, called Su-hyeun a genius and a divinity. Of course, only one of them, Lee Ju-ho, knew Su-hyeun’s face.
“Son, don’t you think you’re too proud of yourself? Karma will get at you for being too conceited.”
“I know. Don’t worry.”
“How can a mom not be worried about her son? Oh, I have a customer. Son, let’s talk again!”
“Okay. Take care.”
And with that, Su-hyeun ended the call.
Vroom—
Su-hyeun drove back in a hurry. He soon arrived at a relatively tall studio apartment building. Su-hyeun was done for the day. He got a new sword, Gram, and met Lee Ju-ho to convey the story. He also had a brief talk with Shin Soo-yeong.
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It was now 2021. The world had changed dramatically after 2020 had passed. The number of awakeners increased, and the corresponding number of dungeons drew a sharp upward curve.
The dungeons weren’t solely a social issue but were turning into a huge problem. Outbreaks were occurring more often since dungeon attacks aren’t executed earlier. Fortunately, there was no significant damage due to the swift action of nearby awakeners, but it had become a severe problem.
“In the future, there will be an increase in dungeons appearing and dungeon outbreaks. Although the number of awakeners is much higher than the dungeons right now…”
“You’re saying that the tables would turn later?”
“At least that’s what I think would happen.”
If it was according to Su-hyeun’s words, the situation had gone beyond a severe level.
Lee Ju-ho was one who had several years of experience as an awakener. He drew up the scene that Su-hyeun shared with him in his mind, where the number of dungeons outnumbered the awakeners.
Lee Ju-ho’s face turned blue in an instant. He put the chopsticks he had in his hand down on the table.
“…It’s over.”
What if dungeons appeared all over the world, and all of those had outbreaks?
There would only be one result. The end of the world.
When Su-hyeun brought up the story, he had wondered if Lee Ju-ho would ignore his words. As the proportion of dungeons to outbreaks increased, it had become a social problem.
That’s probably why Lee Ju-ho could not ignore his words. Furthermore, if assuming what Su-hyeun said was true…
“If that’s the case, this isn’t favorable at all. Of course, I’ll help.”
“Thank you.”
It was a relief.
If Lee Ju-ho’s negotiations with the authorities were successful, this issue could be solved without much trouble.
However, the problem was that unlike Su-hyeun, who knew how the future went, no one could be certain what decision the authorities would make.
The case was only a gamble of probability to a certain extent. It was up to him to prepare in case the gamble failed. The preparation was something which he had on his mind for quite some time.
“But… It’s certainly coincidental.”
“What are you talking about?”
“The period which you mentioned. It coincides with the green level dungeon attack that appeared at Ansan.”
It was sporadic for a green level dungeon to appear.
Not only did such dungeons require A-rank awakeners, depending on the situation, they might also need help from S-rank awakeners.
If the outbreak occurred in such dungeons, the whole city would be in immediate danger, forcing the nation and the Awakeners Authority to focus entirely on the green level dungeons.
In other words, it was also the period where Seoul and Gyeonggi province would have a lack of manpower.
“In fact, I had thought of going there if I couldn’t get to go on the dungeon attack with you…”
It’s not a good thing to say after hearing those words.
“Haa— It’s complicated.”
Even so, he couldn’t leave the green level dungeon alone. If there was an outbreak in the green level dungeon, it would also become a great danger to the city.
“Please don’t expect too much. It’s because it’s me — that’s why I believed it but isn’t it quite a groundless story?”
“I got it. I’ll make my preparations separately.”
Right now, there was a limit to what Su-hyeun and Lee Ju-ho could do, so they could only do their best within their boundaries.
Su-hyeun once again concentrated on his meal and continued his train of thoughts.
They soon finished their meal.
Lee Ju-ho felt that he could not hold back Su-hyeun for long. He too had to challenge the next floor’s trial and also had to help Su-hyeun with his favor.
Su-hyeun thought over for a moment if he should head back home. It had been a while since he saw Shin Soo-yeong’s face, too.
Instead, it might be better for her to think that Su-hyeun was still focused and working hard on ascending the tower. However, he thought that a call would be alright.
Ring—
Su-hyeun called Shin Soo-yeong.
“Hello?”
Though he hadn’t heard her voice for some time, she sounded urgent. She must have been busy on the other line.
“Oh, mom. What are you doing?”
“I’ve been busy for a while with the guests. Your call came at a good time. I was just about to take a break from the guests who just left.”
Shin Soo-yeong had set up her own store. After selling gold for more than a decade, Su-hyeun presented her with a jewelry shop. After setting up her own shop, she did not stop working for a moment. Her shop was quite prosperous, perhaps because of her volubility and ability.
“Are you done with your work? I haven’t heard from you in a while.”
Su-hyeun left the house after getting a small studio. He thought that if he continued to stay with Shin Soo-yeong, he would still be concerned about her. Shin Soo-yeong, too, was more than ready to allow Su-hyeun to become independent.
Still, Su-hyeun still occasionally took time out to spend with her, but of course, he hadn’t had the time to do it recently.
“Yes, it just ended. But I think I’ll have to start on another now.”
“Right away? Wouldn’t it be tough?”
It was the most common question from her. It was only asked by Shin Soo-yeong. Although he knew she was worried, Su-hyeun liked hearing it.
“It’s all right. I’m not hurt anywhere. People say that I’m a genius. Though I’ve said it before, I think I’m well-suited for this job.”
It wasn’t a lie. In fact, various communities, including Abyss Online, and other countless awakeners, called Su-hyeun a genius and a divinity. Of course, only one of them, Lee Ju-ho, knew Su-hyeun’s face.
“Son, don’t you think you’re too proud of yourself? Karma will get at you for being too conceited.”
“I know. Don’t worry.”
“How can a mom not be worried about her son? Oh, I have a customer. Son, let’s talk again!”
“Okay. Take care.”
And with that, Su-hyeun ended the call.
Vroom—
Su-hyeun drove back in a hurry. He soon arrived at a relatively tall studio apartment building. Su-hyeun was done for the day. He got a new sword, Gram, and met Lee Ju-ho to convey the story. He also had a brief talk with Shin Soo-yeong.
It was now 2021. The world had changed dramatically after 2020 had passed. The number of awakeners increased, and the corresponding number of dungeons drew a sharp upward curve.The dungeons weren't solely a social issue but were turning into a huge problem. Outbreaks were occurring more often since dungeon attacks aren't executed earlier. Fortunately, there was no significant damage due to the swift action of nearby awakeners, but it had become a severe problem.In the future, there will be an increase in dungeons appearing and dungeon outbreaks. Although the number of awakeners is much higher than the dungeons right nowYou're saying that the tables would turn later?At least that's what I think would happen.If it was according to Su-hyeun's words, the situation had gone beyond a severe level.Lee Ju-ho was one who had several years of experience as an awakener. He drew up the scene that Su-hyeun shared with him in his mind, where the number of dungeons outnumbered the awakeners.Lee Ju-ho's face turned blue in an instant. He put the chopsticks he had in his hand down on the table.It's over.What if dungeons appeared all over the world, and all of those had outbreaks?There would only be one result. The end of the world.When Su-hyeun brought up the story, he had wondered if Lee Ju-ho would ignore his words. As the proportion of dungeons to outbreaks increased, it had become a social problem.That's probably why Lee Ju-ho could not ignore his words. Furthermore, if assuming what Su-hyeun said was trueIf that's the case, this isn't favorable at all. Of course, I'll help.Thank you.It was a relief.If Lee Ju-ho's negotiations with the authorities were successful, this issue could be solved without much trouble.However, the problem was that unlike Su-hyeun, who knew how the future went, no one could be certain what decision the authorities would make.The case was only a gamble of probability to a certain extent. It was up to him to prepare in case the gamble failed. The preparation was something which he had on his mind for quite some time.But It's certainly coincidental.What are you talking about?The period which you mentioned. It coincides with the green level dungeon attack that appeared at Ansan.It was sporadic for a green level dungeon to appear.Not only did such dungeons require A-rank awakeners, depending on the situation, they might also need help from S-rank awakeners.If the outbreak occurred in such dungeons, the whole city would be in immediate danger, forcing the nation and the Awakeners Authority to focus entirely on the green level dungeons.In other words, it was also the period where Seoul and Gyeonggi province would have a lack of manpower.In fact, I had thought of going there if I couldn't get to go on the dungeon attack with youIt's not a good thing to say after hearing those words.Haa It's complicated.Even so, he couldn't leave the green level dungeon alone. If there was an outbreak in the green level dungeon, it would also become a great danger to the city.Please don't expect too much. It's because it's me that's why I believed it but isn't it quite a groundless story?I got it. I'll make my preparations separately.Right now, there was a limit to what Su-hyeun and Lee Ju-ho could do, so they could only do their best within their boundaries.Su-hyeun once again concentrated on his meal and continued his train of thoughts.They soon finished their meal.Lee Ju-ho felt that he could not hold back Su-hyeun for long. He too had to challenge the next floor's trial and also had to help Su-hyeun with his favor.Su-hyeun thought over for a moment if he should head back home. It had been a while since he saw Shin Soo-yeong's face, too.Instead, it might be better for her to think that Su-hyeun was still focused and working hard on ascending the tower. However, he thought that a call would be alright.RingSu-hyeun called Shin Soo-yeong.Hello?Though he hadn't heard her voice for some time, she sounded urgent. She must have been busy on the other line.Oh, mom. What are you doing?I've been busy for a while with the guests. Your call came at a good time. I was just about to take a break from the guests who just left.Shin Soo-yeong had set up her own store. After selling gold for more than a decade, Su-hyeun presented her with a jewelry shop. After setting up her own shop, she did not stop working for a moment. Her shop was quite prosperous, perhaps because of her volubility and ability.Are you done with your work? I haven't heard from you in a while.Su-hyeun left the house after getting a small studio. He thought that if he continued to stay with Shin Soo-yeong, he would still be concerned about her. Shin Soo-yeong, too, was more than ready to allow Su-hyeun to become independent.Still, Su-hyeun still occasionally took time out to spend with her, but of course, he hadn't had the time to do it recently.Yes, it just ended. But I think I'll have to start on another now.Right away? Wouldn't it be tough? It was the most common question from her. It was only asked by Shin Soo-yeong. Although he knew she was worried, Su-hyeun liked hearing it.It's all right. I'm not hurt anywhere. People say that I'm a genius. Though I've said it before, I think I'm well-suited for this job.It wasn't a lie. In fact, various communities, including Abyss Online, and other countless awakeners, called Su-hyeun a genius and a divinity. Of course, only one of them, Lee Ju-ho, knew Su-hyeun's face.Son, don't you think you're too proud of yourself? Karma will get at you for being too conceited.I know. Don't worry.How can a mom not be worried about her son? Oh, I have a customer. Son, let's talk again!Okay. Take care.And with that, Su-hyeun ended the call.VroomSu-hyeun drove back in a hurry. He soon arrived at a relatively tall studio apartment building. Su-hyeun was done for the day. He got a new sword, Gram, and met Lee Ju-ho to convey the story. He also had a brief talk with Shin Soo-yeong.
