HBWnovel Chapter 381
Chapter 381
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Chapter 381: A New Family (2)
"Are those really the coordinates of the Machine Tower? How do you know?"
Jeonggu scrutinized the coordinates floating on the wreath's surface with a doubtful expression.
In contrast, Yeongwoo explained matter-of-factly.
"Lemu's epithet is 'The Architect.' So, it must have made an offer I could understand."
After all, wouldn’t it need to bait its prey in precisely the way it intended?
‘This matches exactly what was written on the card.’
As Yeongwoo looked at the coordinates, he recalled the Lemu card he'd seen during the negotiation table.
[The Desire of All, Lemu]
"If you know everyone's desires, you can captivate them all."
Card Grade: Legendary
Power: 900
Effect: An Irresistible Offer
Just like the card described, the real Lemu also understood exactly what Yeongwoo—or rather, Earth—desired.
Hadn’t it just shaken Yeongwoo's resolve with that brief activation of the wreath?
And that wasn’t all.
‘If this really provides power to all of Seoul, my approval rating will skyrocket.’
A representative who could keep the entire city running 24/7 in a "fully operational" state.
And if the power supply didn’t merely enable residential functions but also reactivated halted factories and facilities, its value would be incalculable.
‘Overcoming the Reset... It’d be a promise no other candidate could match. An impossible pledge to replicate.’
If he managed to bring such a function to Seoul, re-election wouldn’t just be guaranteed—he could potentially remain in office for life.
‘Of course, there’s no way Lemu would hand over such insane power for free.’
Yeongwoo closed his eyes for a moment.
Having learned the coordinates of the Machine Tower, he could theoretically request the general to bombard it immediately.
But would something called the Machine Tower collapse from a single planetary bombardment?
‘That would be reckless. For all I know, Lemu could’ve deliberately given me false coordinates, anticipating such a move.’
Whatever the case, one thing was certain.
‘It really is an irresistible offer. No wonder the chairman hated it.’
However, before visiting the Machine Tower, one prerequisite had to be met.
And that was—
‘A ship. You absolutely need a vessel for interstellar living.’
Even the esteemed chairman himself had always used a ship when visiting Earth.
‘Ah... I want one, a ship.’
As Yeongwoo thought longingly of a ship and looked up at the sky, a massive silhouette resembling a vessel appeared beyond the dark clouds.
It wasn’t a ship, however.
It was the shadow of a dragon.
Rumble!
By then, it was already 1 p.m., the time for Mutants to emerge.
Whoosh!
As usual, blue beams of light shot down from the sky over Seoul, and a Mutant marker landed squarely in the middle of Gwangjin District.
Boom!
“Ah, right. I guess Gwangjin District got assigned a Mutant too.”
Jeonggu clicked his tongue as he observed the Mutant marker in the distance.
Like a shrimp caught in a whale fight, today’s Mutant in this area seemed fated for an unfortunate appearance.
A place where two dragons and Korea’s Strongest Sword might clash—what an unwise spot for a Mutant to show up.
“Yeongwoo, what about that one?”
“That one?”
“The Mutant, I mean.”
Jeonggu gestured toward the Mutant marker in Gwangjin District as he spoke, and Yeongwoo shrugged.
“We’ll shape it into an orb. After all, we’ll be showering Gwangjin District with golden rain today.”
“...Got it.”
As Jeonggu sighed over the fate of an as-yet-unseen Mutant, the blue beam at the marker finally flashed.
Zap!
The Mutants of Reset Day 8 began their descent.
Whoooosh!
Soon, a heavy sonic boom echoed from high above, followed by a coarse voice as a massive figure landed in Gwangjin District.
Crash!
「Ha-ha, I’m back!」
The Mutant, clearly pleased with its landing, moved its body with delight, causing the sound of clanking metal.
Clang.
The source of the noise was the silver ornaments dangling from its limbs.
“What... is that?”
Jeonggu’s eyes widened at the sight of the Mutant, and Yeongwoo drew his sword with a casual air.
Shing!
“It’s a troll.”
“A troll?”
“Yes. Though it seems to be a rather... plump one.”
As Yeongwoo noted, the Mutant troll had a bulging belly, making it appear more stocky than fat.
「Argh!」
A bolt struck dangerously close to Jang Dongsoo, making him scream in terror.
Just then, a reddish shadow appeared behind him.
「...?」
Turning around, he saw a sword wreathed in crimson energy.
「You... you bastard.」
Korea’s Strongest Sword, Jeong Yeongwoo, had pursued the fleeing Jang Dongsoo.
“You’re too late.”
「...What? What are you talking about?」
“It’s too late for you to pretend to be a traitor. At this point, only something like that could even fake being threatening.”
Shhhk.
Yeongwoo raised his sword, pointing at the two Song siblings.
Jang Dongsoo glared at him, his frustration evident.
「Fine, fine. I’ll just leave quietly, then.」
True to his nature as a former politician, Jang Dongsoo was quick to read the room.
But there was one thing he had yet to realize.
And that was—
“Sorry, but in this country, traitors only have two fates: death or becoming my slave.”
「W-what?」
Death or slavery.
Neither option was welcome, and while Jang Dongsoo hesitated, Yeongwoo’s sword lashed out like lightning.
Slash!
The blade, now extended to 6.6 meters, sliced cleanly through the air.
「Ack!」
With a strangled cry, Jang Dongsoo’s eyes rolled back, and his head fell to the ground.
His massive body soon crumbled as well.
Thud!
And there, a familiar golden orb materialized.
Hummm...
With this, releasing golden rain over Gwangjin-gu would fulfill one of the conditions for completing the Golden Typhoon.
— Kyaaaaa!
—You son of a—!”
Meanwhile, the fierce sounds of battle between Yeongwoo’s uncle and mother shook the heavens and earth.
The two dragons, now thoroughly entangled, were rolling across the ground in Gwangjin-gu, while Jeonggu, far removed from the battlefield, anxiously stomped his feet.
“Goodness, brother!”
Spotting Yeongwoo standing near the orb, Jeonggu hurriedly ran over.
Thud-thud!
“Yeongwoo, Yeongwoo!”
“Yes? What’s the rush?”
“How can I not be? Your uncle might actually die at this rate! Your mom’s stronger than I thought...!”
“Well, of course. She’s powered up with the Guardian Dragon buff.”
That said, it was remarkable that Song Jungho could hold his own against Song Jiseon even under these circumstances.
‘It’s a shame to put him in a coffin... but there’s no other choice.’
【Coffin】
| You can place blood relatives into the coffin. Special effects are granted depending on the phase and condition of the stored targets. (0/2)
There were two spots left in the Aratubank, but no other members of Jinhyeon would appear moving forward.
If Yeongwoo didn’t place his uncle in the coffin, the only options left would be his parents—and they were set to get married today.
‘So my unmarried uncle has to make the sacrifice.’
Tears welling up, Yeongwoo placed his hand on the orb.
Tap.
A choice appeared immediately.
Yeongwoo selected the 30,000 Karma replenishment option, and the orb shot skyward.
Fwoooosh!
The golden orb soared into the dark sky above Gwangjin-gu.
Then—
BOOM!
With a deafening explosion, golden ripples spread across the blackened sky.
Shaaah...
The sky turned golden in an instant.
Even the Song siblings, who had been grappling on the ground, paused to gaze upward.
Swoosh...
It was Yeongwoo’s signature golden rain falling from the heavens.
Ssshhh!
—What... what is this?
Song Jungho murmured as golden droplets struck his forehead.
Gripping his collar, Song Jiseon replied.
—It’s your nephew’s welcome gift.
—What?”
—Oh, and I’m getting married today.
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