Chapter 15: What a “soya powder” family (2)

Swiiiish!! At the same time, mom’s head rapidly turned towards the door. “Yah, you rotten girl, have you any idea what time it is now?!” (mom) “Argh, what now? It’s not that late, so what’s up?!” (daughter) A girl Yi Ji-Hyuk never saw before entered the house. However, her attire seemed a bit suspect. She was wearing a pair of …

Chapter 14: What a “soya powder” family (1)

(TL: A “soya powder” family is a Korean slang term denoting a totally dysfunctional family and all the dynamics that come with one.)   “Well, then – until next time, take care.” (Choi Jung-Hoon) “Yes, thank you.” (Yi Ji-Hyuk) Choi Jung-Hoon waved his hand outside the car’s window, and then drove away. However, did Yi Ji-Hyuk make a mistake when …

Chapter 13: But, I didn’t return to do this! (5)

Yi Ji-Hyuk firmly stepped on the head of the Goblin sprawled on the floor once, before climbing up on its stomach. “You think I’m an easy mark?” (Yi Ji-Hyuk) He raised both of his fists up high, and then, proceeded to pummel the Goblin’s face with them. Puk! Puk! Puk! ‘Take a gander at that waist.’ Seeing how Yi Ji-Hyuk’s …

Chapter 12: But, I didn’t return to do this! (4)

Choi Jung-Hoon pointed towards the direction of the Gate. “Monsters start to pour out as soon as the light from the Gate dies down. This is actually something you don’t see everyday, so please pay attention.” (Choi Jung-Hoon) And just why is this dude so excited about? (Yi Ji-Hyuk’s internal monologue) Yi Ji-Hyuk tilted his head slightly while looking at …

Chapter 11: But, I didn’t return to do this! (3)

The area was already under a lockdown. The evacuation of civilians was carried out in an efficient and professional manner, while the flow of traffic was also under strict control. “Please provide your ID.” The sentry took a look at the siren placed on top of the car and asked for the identification. Choi Jung-Hoon pushed forward his badge and …

Chapter 10: But, I didn’t return to do this! (2)

“Please, eat slowly. Slowly.” (Choi Jung-Hoon) Choi Jung-Hoon looked at Yi Ji-Hyuk with eyes of pity. Seeing the youth shove food into his mouth as if the god of hunger had taken over, he was feeling rather sympathetic here. ‘Looks like it’s been a few years since he had rice in his diet.’ (Choi Jung-Hoon) Sure, Yi Ji-Hyuk had many …

Chapter 9: But, I didn’t return to do this! (1)

“So, I did make it back home, but….” Yi Ji-Hyuk counted the cash in his hands while whistling out loudly. Things did get complicated for a bit back there, but he still ended up with free cash. This was a fine profit for wasting a couple of hours being dragged around here and there, that’s for sure. Besides, he got …

Chapter 8: Ah, is that so? (5)

However, Yi Ji-Hyuk was ‘generous’ enough. “It’s cool, I say. We have a shared history and all. Just give me one on you.” (Yi Ji-Hyuk) “Here it is.” (Choi Jung-Hoon) Choi Jung-Hoon produced a cigarette from his pocket and politely delivered it Yi Ji-Hyuk’s hand. And as he was about to pull out his lighter, Yi Ji-Hyuk called Seo Ah-Young …

Chapter 7: Ah, is that so? (4)

“They’ve been swapped to KG products, you see.” (Seo Ah-Young) “KG makes the best electronics, you know.” (Choi Jung-Hoon) Finally overcoming the feelings of injustice, Choi Jung-Hoon threw out a rather spicy comeback. “Well, then. Shall we resume our conversation?” (Seo Ah-Young) Seo Ah-Young’s refreshing smile seemed to declare victory. Yi Ji-Hyuk smiled a little awkwardly. However, Seo Ah-Young wasn’t …

Chapter 6: Ah, is that so? (3)

The woman staring into the monitor tilted her head in confusion as well. “Are you telling me that that runt inside the room blew away a Jarchev’s head and rescued you, Mister Choi Jung-Hoon?” “Yes, I am.” (Choi Jung-Hoon) “And that he’s not registered as an ability user, at all?” “Yes, ma’am.” (Choi Jung-Hoon) “In that case, we can simply …