The Wise Cleaning Life Of A Returning Genius Hunter [EN]: Chapter 247

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Italy, Rome.

Prime Minister Alfredo’s office.

“Void distribution is a project directly supported by the International Association.”

“…….”

Prime Minister Alfredo, having heard President Cho Hyun-min’s words over the phone, pressed his lips tightly together.

But only for a moment.

“…Do you realize what you’re saying right now?”

He asked back in a serious voice.

But the answer that came back was the same.

“I know.”

“…….”

Prime Minister Alfredo couldn’t bring himself to speak at President Cho’s resolute tone.

Of course, he didn’t believe President Cho’s words one hundred percent.

However, whether his words were true or false, the statement itself was undoubtedly enormous.

If President Cho’s words were true, it meant that the International Association, which should be protecting citizens around the world, was leading a drug business. If they were false, it meant that he would have to take responsibility for slandering the most influential organization in the world.

And that statement was made by the president of a country, not an ordinary person.

Naturally, the responsibility and repercussions would be even greater.

President Cho Hyun-min couldn’t possibly be unaware of that fact.

So, regardless of the truth, the fact that he made such a statement meant that he was prepared for it.

“According to Karma Corporation’s investigation, the International Association is providing the raw materials for Void to the Mexican cartels.”

“…….”

“Considering the price of the raw material, Fractal, and the global supply, it’s quite a huge investment. It’s a business they can’t afford to give up, so they wouldn’t be happy about Karma Corporation’s involvement.”

“But why would the International Association do such a thing?”

“That’s not exactly clear. But if I had to guess… it would be about their position as an international organization.”

“Excuse me?”

President Cho Hyun-min continued slowly.

“You may not know this, but Karma Corporation is currently in a cold war with the International Association. No, the term ‘cold war’ isn’t quite right. There have actually been a few clashes.”

“…I’m aware of that.”

“Leaving aside the reasons and the process. As a result, the International Association has shared some of its influence with Karma Corporation. Thanks to that, Karma Corporation has become the only recognized private subjugation organization, influencing various countries around the world.”

Prime Minister Alfredo listened to his words quietly.

“But with the Hunter Dagger defection incident that happened recently, Karma Corporation faced a major crisis. It was a big deal that could have led to the collapse of the entire organization.”

“Isn’t that already resolved?”

“Of course, it could have been resolved. If Void hadn’t appeared.”

“…….”

“If a large amount of new drugs were distributed worldwide while the previous issues hadn’t been resolved…”

“Karma Corporation would collapse in an instant.”

Prime Minister Alfredo spoke instead, and President Cho paused for a moment.

He seemed to share the same opinion.

“…That’s why Karma Corporation’s hunters are fighting to eradicate the drug cartels and to save the citizens of Italy.”

President Cho Hyun-min continued heavily.

“From the International Association.”

“…….”

Prime Minister Alfredo took a deep breath and opened his mouth.

“Can you take responsibility for that statement?”

“Of course.”

President Cho Hyun-min answered immediately.

But even so, Prime Minister Alfredo shook his head.

“Even so, it’s hard for me to believe.”

“I understand. I know it’s hard to believe, even if I say this.”

Prime Minister Alfredo nodded slightly.

He knew that the International Association had been caught up in rumors, but what organization hadn’t?

None of them had been proven, and no damage had yet occurred because of them.

Above all, the Italian branch was also a branch of the International Association.

In a situation where they were receiving their help, he couldn’t just believe such a huge story.

But…….

“It’s not exactly evidence, but a Karma Corporation employee will be visiting you soon. Please check the item he brings.”

“Excuse me…?”

That was the moment President Cho Hyun-min uttered those meaningful words.

“Prime Minister!”

A staff member hurriedly burst open the office door.

Following him, a man forcibly entered the office.

“I’m Kang Jae-seok from Karma Corporation’s intelligence team. Did you receive a call from the President?”

“Ah, well. Yes…….”

Prime Minister Alfredo was taken aback by the sudden intrusion, but before he could show it, the man handed over a bag.

The bag fell to the floor with a thud.

At the same time, bundles of vinyl containing sky-blue powder spilled out.

“What is this…?”

“This is Void that Guardiano traded with the cartel. We have recovered all of the traded goods.”

“So, this is the new drug?”

“Yes.”

Prime Minister Alfredo silently stared at the contents, gradually regaining his composure.

It could be quickly confirmed whether it was a real drug or not by sending it to the laboratory.

That wasn’t the important thing…….

‘It looks like at least 100kg…….’

Even if it was a common drug, it was enough for hundreds of thousands of people to use.

If that amount was distributed as it was… not only Italy but the whole of Europe could be shaken.

‘…….’

At that point, Prime Minister Alfredo couldn’t think of anything else.

Regardless of whether he believed President Cho’s words or not, it was an undeniable fact that a new drug was about to be distributed.

“So…….”

He picked up the phone again and continued in a trembling voice.

“What do you want me to do?”

“First, Korea will take all responsibility for the friction that occurred locally. So, Prime Minister, please hand over the Void recovered by our staff to the head of the Italian branch.”

“Yes…?”

“The head of the Italian branch must also be involved in this. If you keep a close watch on him, there will be movement from the International Association headquarters. If you detect such movement, please broadcast it to the media as it is.”

“…What if there are circumstances that show there is no connection with the International Association?”

“Then I will take responsibility for my statement.”

At the firm voice, Prime Minister Alfredo closed his eyes tightly and answered.

“…I understand.”

After hanging up, he stared at the drug in front of him and fell into thought for a moment.

His head was throbbing because he had heard so many incredible things in an instant, but he was sure of one thing.

If evidence was found that the International Association was involved in this drug distribution, as President Cho Hyun-min said…….

A full-scale war would begin.

***

Sicily Island, the heart of the city.

“……!!”

While fighting Kim Jun-woo’s division there, Representative Emma suddenly felt a tingling sensation all over her body.

At the sensation that felt like her instincts were screaming, she immediately turned her head and saw a man.

Kim Jun-woo.

He was walking onto the battlefield, emitting ominous black energy.

‘Did he recover in the meantime…?’

No, that can’t be.

Even if he received help from a priest class, it was only a temporary measure.

There would still be a limit.

Yes, that must be the case.

‘……Damn it.’

Even Representative Emma felt goosebumps all over her body at the energy he was emitting.

Even though it was just a force he had barely managed to draw out… it was that much.

This was the first time Representative Emma had seen his power directly, but in fact, she knew him better than anyone else.

Her team had clashed with him several times, and she had been collecting data every time.

A man who had never lost to the Balance Team.

An ability user with so many skills and combat experience that it was impossible to define him as one class.

A person designated as an unofficial SS rank by the International Association.

Even the great Wesley recognized his existence.

She knew him better than anyone else in terms of data.

In terms of data, that is.

But…….

[Unique Skill: Demon King – Awakening]

[Equipment has been generated.]

Sss sss sss―.

[Demon Sword: Tartatos]

[Demon Armor: Bane of Nightmares]

“…….”

Wasn’t that beyond the scope of what could be confirmed with data?

‘……He wasn’t a paper tiger, was he?’

Representative Emma let out a burst of laughter and turned to face Kim Jun-woo.

At the same time.

[Unique Skill: Weapon Acquisition]

[Selector – Burst]

Click―.

All sorts of firearms summoned around Representative Emma aimed at Kim Jun-woo all at once.

Bang―!!

Pa pa pa bang―!!

Doo doo doo doo doo―!!

Thousands of bullets began to rain down on him.

Sniper class.

A small number of classes that use special guns and bullets.

Basically, like the magician class, they are long-range positions, but unlike them, who are somewhat free in positioning, the sniper class absolutely requires position defense.

However, they cannot perform wide-area attacks like the magician class, and they are helpless if the distance to the monster is narrowed.

It is the class with the most difficult attack conditions, but the power when that one shot hits is beyond comparison with other classes.

The most difficult and dangerous class.

At the same time, they are the ones with the most powerful shot.

And among them, the one at the top.

The world’s number one sniper class.

Emma Lucia.

[Unique Skill: Weapon Acquisition]

[Selector – Barrage]

Kugugugugu―.

Soon, when she transformed her skill, huge gun barrels emerged from the ground.

Bang―!

Kwagwagwagwang―!!!

Then, as if not giving him a chance, she continued to attack.

A unique skill that summons hundreds of ability-operated firearms and bullets that pour down like rain.

In addition, she was equipped with mobility and close-range skills, and during her active career, she was evaluated as the ability user closest to being an all-rounder.

She is a legendary figure to the extent that very few active players can stand up to her even now that she is older.

Her attack.

“Seeing you pour out bullets like that out of the blue…….”

Seogeog―.

Kwagwagwang―!!!

“I guess you’re pretty scared of me.”

Kim Jun-woo blocked all of that with just one sword he was holding.

No, he didn’t block it… he cut it down.

With a single swing of his sword, all the bullets exploded before they could even touch him.

“…….”

Representative Emma stared blankly.

She sensed it with this one exchange.

That man’s skill was overwhelming.

The power of that sword was also powerful, but… above all, the unidentified attack using the black aura surrounding him.

It resembled Wesley’s.

That meant that no matter what she did, it would be impossible to kill that bastard.

‘He’s not human…….’

Representative Emma muttered that while looking at the demon in front of her for a moment.

Her body slowly began to tremble at the faint sense of fear rising from deep within her heart.

But she couldn’t retreat now.

She had to see the end here no matter what.

Even if it meant she died.

Then there was only one way.

[Unique Skill: Weapon Acquisition – Awakening]

[Selector – Drop]

Jiiiiiing―.

The moment her eyes flashed blue.

[The caster’s awakening skill has been activated.]

[Connecting to unique firearms.]

[Connection confirmed.]

[Commencing biological – firearm remote drop protocol.]

A sparkling dot appeared in the sky.

And at that moment.

Bang―!!!

A beam of light struck directly above Kim Jun-woo’s head.

Her unique firearm that she secretly launched, even violating the space treaty.

The 13 satellites orbiting the Earth, Gargantua [In this context, likely a reference to a massive structure or weapon].

The maximum output bullet fired from there.

In actual operations, the bullet had to be teleported with another hunter’s skill, so it was very difficult to use in practice, but not now.

Bang―!

Bang, bang, bang―!!

The beams of light continued to strike Kim Jun-woo.

Every time it touched the ground, everything within a radius of hundreds of meters was devastated.

Of course, she didn’t think this would kill Kim Jun-woo.

However, it would at least be a way to stop his movements and buy time.

Representative Emma sincerely thought so.

“Indeed…….”

Until Kim Jun-woo, who had been hit by the light several times, walked out of the dust as if nothing had happened.

“The representative is different.”

“……!”

“It seems like you’re trying to buy time… I’m barely holding on, so I don’t have the luxury to play along.”

Soon, Kim Jun-woo raised his sword high.

[Unique Skill: Demon King – Awakening]

[Battlefield]

At the same time, the surrounding space began to be covered in black.

“What, what is it? What’s going on?!”

“Dark clouds…?”

“Damn it, it’s so dark I can’t see anything…!”

The suddenly changed scenery.

Too alien to be called Earth, everyone who was fighting stopped moving and looked up at the sky.

And at that moment.

[Archetype Summon: Grand General – Baal]

[Archetype Summon: Conqueror – Agares]

[Archetype Summon: Ruler – Gamigin]

[Summon: Legion]

“…….”

“…….”

The Demon King and all his subordinates appeared before Representative Emma and them.