Seoul Station’s Necromancer Chapter 161:

Chapter 161 -We are the New Recruits (2)

 

‘I’m dead . ’

Kim-joonyong already had this thought before, and this thought had repeated itself countless of times .

The ground was sticky, and the overgrown trees were blocking his vision .  It caused him to feel irritated .

Kee-ahhhhhk!

“Shit . ”

He was now used to the sound of the Lizardman’s cry .  It was telling its comrade to gather, since it had found the preys .  Unfortunately, the preys was the humans .

The prey was his Alandal comrades including himself .

[There are two target to your 9 o’clock .  Set the trap, then retreat to your 3 o’clock . ]

‘Shit . ’

When Haesol’s commands rang out in his head, Joonyong hurriedly set the magical trap, and he retreated . Unlike his grumblings, his footsteps didn’t cause any sound as it brushed by the surrounding vegetation .  His movements were stealthy .

Kwah-kwahng!

At the sound of the trap’s activation, Haesol’s additional order rang out in his head .

[Rejoin the team by heading toward your 7 o’clock . You’ll be participating in the close combat . ]

Joonyong hurriedly oriented himself towards the direction indicated .  The battle wasn’t too far away from where he had set the trap .

Kyahhhhk!

His comrades will be there .

“Ha-ahp!”

He let out a shout of concentration, and he started running with a low-grade sword in his hand . It was something he stole from a Lizardman .  It had a pretty good balance, so it was quite useful .

Kwah-jeeek!

“Die…please . ”

He was trying to extract the sword that was stuck on its thick hide .  Joonyong was frantically kicking at the Lizardman, and he gathered his magical energy to emit an Electric Shock .

Pah-jee-jee=jeek!

Before he came here, he was a Rank E Roused that was able to use Telekinesis and Electric Shock .  He was most often sent to the rear of the party .  However, it was useless to have a strict structure in this place .

He had a role, but the work he had to do differed depending on the situation .  One had to swing a sword, cooperate with others, use magic and set down traps .  However, this wasn’t special to him .  All the members of the group had to learn numerous skills, and they were now quite adept at using those skills .

Only those who adapted quickly survived .

There were only 7 comrades left around him .

“Hoo-ooh-ooh . ”

Kim-joonyong looked at the battlefield with a cruel light in his eyes .  Twelve Lizardmen had been ruthlessly killed .

“Good job . ”

Joonyong quickly turned his head when he heard her actual voice .   Che-haesol was looking at him as she smiled .  He looked back at her with murder in his eyes .

“Lower your eyes .  If you have a complaint, come at me . ”

“…… . ”

Joonyong grudgingly lowered his gaze to the floor .  He could oppose her, but it would all be in vain .  He couldn’t even measure up to the tip of her toes .  She was only a Tamer, yet she was very good at fighting… .

“All right .  We’ll end the hunt right now, and we’ll head back to the camp .  Gather all the loot . ”

“…… . ”

Everyone wordlessly cut apart the Lizardmen to extract the Bloodstones .  They were used to doing this now .  Afterwards, they collected their weapons and defensive gears .

They had reached a point where it was more awkward to talk to each other through spoken words .

Haesol’s Telepathic ability was most useful when commanding her own troops .  However, the actual people being commanded felt like puppets on a string .  It felt dirty to them .

“We are heading back . ”

Koo-ahhhhhng .

Haesol got on a puma that had been Tamed in a jungle .  Haesol led them to a hidden camp that was located within a cracked boulder .  Moreover, there were others already there .

“Joonyong-ah!”

“Lee-soohjin!”

The one that yelled out in joy was Joonyong’s teammate .  Haesol had taken him away in the prior battle .

“Uh?  How… . ”

His limbs had been cut, and he had received a wound that would have killed anyone in short order .  However, he… .

“The Holy Maiden healed me . ”

“Huh .  You are alive .  You are still alive . ”

Had it only been several days since they started working together?

It had only been 6 days .  However, they had formed an indescribable sense of kinship and camaraderie from the experiences they shared .  

They operated under the stress of battle, and the devilish Che-haesol kept pushing them forward .  Of course, a tight bond would form under these circumstances .

The comrades he assumed to be dead were all alive .  Moreover, they were in better shape than ever .

Che-haesol threw cold water on top of this meeting .

“Get in a column of fours . ”

“…… . ”

At Haesol’s command, they quickly moved to get in formation .

“This is the supplies sent by the king .  Only take the ones with your name on it .  Go to it . ”

There were numerous supply boxes stacked at the corner of the camp .  It meant the content of each box varied .

They all picked up pretty large boxes, and they returned to their original spots .

“After you absorb all the Reinforcement Stones and Skill Books, you will all put on your equipments .  Start!”

“Get to it!”

Joonyong’s eyes widen when he opened his box .

He held up a Reinforcement Stone that was the size of his fist .  His eyes were spinning .  In the past, he had guessed that the Reinforcement Stones given to him were expensive .  However, he could now feel the immense magical energy within it now .  His magical control and detection ability was heightened as he experienced neardeath situations .   

‘As expected of our king . ’

He was giving them such precious Items without any qualms .

Joonyong absorbed all the Reinforcement Stones, and he learned 3 additional Skill Books .

‘These Skills!’

When one inserts magical energy into a Skill Book, the knowledge contained within the book was absorbed .  He could see in his mind’s eye as to how these abilities would be used .  Kim-joonyong’s body was trembling .

These were all the abilities he had wanted to learn in the past .  These were the abilities he needed .

‘I’m sure of it!  He is looking over me!’

The media spoke about Kahng-woojin’s overwhelming martial abilities, but they didn’t look too kindly at his policy of ruling by force .  However, Joonyong knew the truth now, since he had experienced it .

Kahng-woojin was a caring and thoughtful man .  Even the Roused on the lowest rung was getting personal attention from him .

“Oh .  I can’t believe this . ”

“This is everything I needed . ”

It was the same for his comrades .  They were all happy when they found out that the supplies were customized for them .  It wasn’t just the Skill Books .  The equipments also differed .

“Wow .  Look at this body suit . ”

“It’s a sword .  This is perfect for me . ”

This sword couldn’t be compared to the one he stole from the Lizardman .  He didn’t know how his personal preferences were discerened .

Everyone held in their hands weapons that were perfect for them .

Then there was the armor that looked like a motorcycle suit .  It clung to their body, and the key parts of the body were protected by a reinforcement of metal .  This armor would allow them to avoid critical blows .

The armor was a mixture of red and black .  Moreover, there was an engraving of a yawning cat on the shoulder and the chest .

It was the distinct emblem that represented the Dimensional Domain of Alandal .

Aside from the equipments, there were all types of consumables in there too .  There were  expensive potions and antidotes one could use in emergency .  Then there were the artifacts that could be used for offence .

‘The king’s kindness is… . ’

Joonyong couldn’t stop his body from trembling .  What other guild would support their members to this extent?  He was only a Rank E Roused .  He had never received such a treatment before .

“Hurry up and put it on!”

If it wasn’t for the ball busting drill instructor Che-Haesol, who was also his immediate superior, he would have basked a little bit more in this ecstasy .  However, there were still 6 days before they were scheduled to return to earth .

Che-haesol had on a strict face, but she was smiling inside .

‘Everyone is happy . ’

Haesol had kept track of all 23 new recruits .  She had come up with suitable weapons and Skills that would complement their battle styles .  She also assessed their abilities before she had sent a report .

Kahng-woojin unhesitatingly bought the equipments and Items from his Dimensional Store, and he had sent it to her .

In terms of worth, these Items was worth millions .  However, if one thought about the task they would have to accomplish in the future, it was a good investment for him .

“We’ll start the training again . ”

“…… . ”

Haesol’s special forces troop revved up their training .

***

The promised 12 days had passed .

The portal to the Dimensional Domain Alandal was opened .  The 23 Roused under the care of Haesol appeared . The look in their eyes and their auras were completely different than before .

“We’ve finished our training . ”

Woojin listened to Haesol’s report from his Throne .  He once again purchased Reinforcement Stones from the Dimensional Store .  Every time the absorption standby period ended, it was best to provide the Reinforcement Stones on time .

The development of abilities was important, but the advance of one’s personal stats had a big influence on one’s combat ability .

“You guys all did well . ”

He looked indifferent, but he looked dignified .  When Woojin took out the Reinforcement Stones as rewards for their training, the new recruits became stunned .  This was very true for Kim-joonyong .  It looked as if he was about to cry .

‘What a benevolent person!  He really is the king of our time . . ’

He couldn’t even be compared to his instructor Che-haesol .  She was someone he didn’t want to come across even in **** .  Haesol’s actions were all done for the training .  However, Kim-joonyong had challenged her authority the most, so Kim-joonyong had been beaten the most by her .

He wasn’t burning with a sense of revenge, but he couldn’t think favorably of her .

He was mature enough to recognize the hierarchy of their poisitions .  This was why he was keeping silent .

“You guys should eat it . ”

“We are worthless .  Are you sure you should be giving these Items to us so freely?”

“Investment .  It is an investment . ”

“Ah ah . ”

As expected, he was magnanimous .  He was the king of kings .

Joonyong was moved .

Woojin grinned .

If he killed them now, they would merely be corpses .  At the very least, if he could raise them to the 7th Circle or Rank AA, he could recycle them into Death Knights… .

“Haesol . ”

“Yes, sir . ”

“Well, do you have a name for your team?”

“I haven’t thought about it . ”

Woojin looked at the newly recruited Roused .

“Well, do any of you have a good idea for a team name?”

Joonyong was the first one to pose a question at Woojin’s words .

“We are always going to work as a single team?”

“Of course .  Moreover, this team will be under Haesol’s command . . ”

At Woojin’s words, everyone including Joonyong frowned .

‘Chet .  I don’t like it, but it is an order from our king . ’

Woojin was deep within his thoughts as he started to tap on the Throne’s armrest .  

Kim-joonyong raised his hand high into the air .

“What?”

“How about Phantom?”

“Phantom?”

“We want to become your elite guards, who will protect the king, even in our death as ghosts . ”

Woojin smirked .

Was he giving Woojin permission to take their souls if they died?  Their souls would cease to exist… .

“Well, all right .  The name is cheesy, but it fits . ”

Woojin looked at Haesol, who was standing in front of her unit .

“Let’s call it the Phantom Unit .  As their commander, you have the discretion to separate them into further teams . ”

Haesol’s eyes shone .

“I am willing to give my life for Alandal . ”

“Why is everyone talking about serving me in death today?”

“…… . ”

If they died, he would have to waste his Control Points on them .  It would be better if they worked for him in life .

At that moment, Baek-jungdo, Do-jaemin, Blanka and Melody appeared as they passed through the open portal .

“Ho-ooh .  The end is finally here . ”

“You all did a good job . ”

The tension they felt dissipated when they arrived at Alandal .  They were patting each other on the back when they realized the new recruits were lined up in front of Woojin .  Most of the new recruits were slightly acquainted with the other group .

When they were at death’s door, the Wyvern raced towards the Holy Maiden for treatment .  Several recruits expressed their thanks to her with their eyes .

“You guys should greet each other at a later time .  Let’s head back to earth . ”

“Uh? I don’t think Sunggoo hyung is here yet . ”

Do-jaemin looked around once again as he asked the question .

“Sunggoo died . ”

“Whaaaaaaaaa?”

Do-jaemin and, of course, everyone else had a surprised expression on their faces .

Woojin smirked as he opened the portal connecting to the Seoul Station’s 1st exit .

“I’m joking .  Sunggoo will join us when he head towards Alphen .  Let’s head to earth . ”

“Whew .  I really thought he died by the hands of the Lich . ”

Jaenis continuously chased after Sunggoo .  The Lich’s power was overwhelming .  Jaemin had really thought Sunggoo was dead .  Do-jaemin let out a sigh of relief, and he followed after Woojin .

Kim-joonyong passed through the portal to arrive at the Seoul Station’s 1st Exit .  They were standing atop the soil of Seoul .

‘This is structured like a high rank Dungeon . ’

He was a Rank E Roused, so he had never experienced going into a high rank Dungeon .  However, he knew about them .  The Dimensional Domain Alandal was set up similarly to a high rank Dungeon .  No, this was beyond being similar .  This really was a high rank Dungeon .

Joonyong’s eyes landed on Kahng-woojin’s back .

‘What’s the identity of our king . … . ’

Every deed he did created a huge ripple across the world .  His curiosity as to the real identity of Kahng-woojin was skyrocketing .  

There was a crowd of reporters that was several times larger than usual in front of them .  They were continuosly taking pictures .

They walked between the parted crowd, and it felt as if they had come back from winning a war .  It felt a little bit weird for Kim-joonyong, since this was a reception one would get in a return from a triumphant campaign .

He was merely a Rank E Roused .

He used to make rounds at the Mines, but now numerous people were giving him attention as a Roused of Alandal .

“Uh?”

They walked down the road, and when they arrived at Alandal, there were people gathered at the front gate .  Joonyong’s eyes widened .

“Aigo .  Joonyong-ah!”

“Mom?”

It wasn’t only Joonyong’s family .  The family of all the newly recruited Roused was all gathered here .  Their family had been waiting for their return .

The new employees didn’t know what was going on, but Prime Minister Jung-minchan laughed as he spoke .

“You guys are now soldiers of Alandal .  Of course, your family has the right to become citizens of Alandal .

“Ah… . ”

Jung-minchan had invited the family of the newly recruited Roused, and he had taken care of almost everything regarding their family’s daily needs .  Moreover, the newly recruited Roused would be issued credit cards, private cars and even personal drivers .

They had spent 12 days on the Planet Jaku, but only 3 days had past on earth .

All this preparation had occurred in 3 days time .

“Well done, sir . ”

Woojin grinned at Jung-minchan’s words .  He whispered into Minchan’s ears .

“Are they hostages?”

“Hahaha .  I merely wanted to protect the family members in the safest location possible .

Jung-minchan gave a wink .  Woojin put on a satisfied smile .

As expected, Minchan was good at his job .  It had been worthwhile to make Minchan the Prime Minister .