The Time-Limited Leader Makes the Raid a Success - Chapter 484



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Episode 484

#484. What are you asking?

Kang Moo-hyuk couldn’t help but think about the World Hunters’ Federation again.

‘It’s clear that the power he possesses is the strongest in the world.’

The organization was sloppy.

‘The biggest problem is that there are too many independent forces within the Federation.’

The individual Ain forces, such as the elves and dwarves, were like that, and the Round Table, although it represented the federation, was closer to a consultative body than the highest decision-making body.

In addition, various small devices made like torn clothes made his already heavy body creak.

In addition, the commander system also had many problems.

‘Each of them operates their combat units in their own way.’

Although he was the fourth commander of the alliance, Kang Moo-hyuk was skeptical about this system.

‘Of course, there is the advantage of being able to make quick decisions without going through the above, but it is a dangerous method to be swayed by the commander’s personal abilities and intentions. If the commander has bad intentions, or is passive about the monster problem, it will only end up dissipating unnecessary power.’

In fact, the rate of mission completion, such as the alliance’s gate conquest and monster subjugation, has been decreasing every year.

It was a case that clearly showed the shortcomings of a loose consultative body that only has strong power.

Kang Moo-hyuk, who recognized these problems, came to one conclusion.

‘If only the power of the Federation could be pooled efficiently, the world could become much safer.’

And reforming an organization with untouchable history and power was easier when approached from within rather than from without.

‘Fortunately, I’m only a nominal member of the Federation. Should I take a little interest in that area from now on?’

No matter how great a commander he was, it would be clear that Kang Mu-hyeok, an ordinary person, would have limitations on his own, but he wasn’t too worried.

Kang Moo-hyuk had already made up his mind what he had to do first before intervening in the Federation’s affairs. This was a prerequisite for him to exert influence over the Federation.

If everything went according to plan, the Federation would have been unable to stop him even though they knew his intentions.

How to raise Commander Kang Mu-hyeok’s influence to the highest level in the Federation.

It was precisely the two S-ranks, Jusea and Thomas, who joined the alliance.

‘There is no guild that doesn’t like S-rank, and in a sense, the alliance should be considered a guild. There are already two, but S-rank is a win-win. Next, collect cards that can become allies and somehow move the Ain forces… … .’

It was at that time that the first step of the Federation’s innovation plan was prepared.

“I’m sorry this isn’t very helpful information.”

Alex’s voice pulled Kang Moo-hyuk out of his thoughts.

Only then did Kang Mu-hyeok realize that he had to solve the problem right in front of him.

“First of all, there is no one who can handle spirits, and even if there were, there would be no hunter who could cover a wide area like Lady Ayla, so I guess we have to rule out that method.”

“Is there another way?”

“Well, unless the Nagas strike first, we’ll have to search the area the old-fashioned way.”

“It’s going to take a long time.”

Alex’s expression became grim. With this number of people, it would take months to even scratch the surface of the coastline.

Of course, Kang Mu-hyeok had a calculation in his head.

“It could take a week at most.”

“Yes? A week?”

When presented with a physically impossible time frame, Alex was surprised and asked back.

“You said it was a classical method, but if the subject of that method is Thomas, then it’s a different story.”

“iced coffee…….”

S-rank hunter.

And what if it’s the wizard’s perception?

‘Thomas Hunter in particular has something different from the S-rank magicians I know. He must have a hidden trick.’

Alex let out a sigh as if his worries had been relieved. Kang Mu-hyeok was confident, so it was definitely not going to be slower than the time he had promised.

On the other hand, Kang Mu-hyeok was full of worries.

‘Thomas Hunter said that it wouldn’t be too much of a stretch, but my body was already on edge while dealing with Kubuwa. Is it too much for me to hope that there won’t be any more variables?’

The trip to Africa itself was already a variable in this schedule. Then there was the attack of Miraju and the legendary giant Kubwa. I couldn’t be sure that there would be no more variables in the future.

Nevertheless, Kang Moo-hyuk’s intention in giving Alex confidence was clear.

Hope to save Ayla.

For Kang Moo-hyuk, even Ayla, a member of the Federation’s round table and spokesperson for the elves, was just a life that needed to be saved.

“I hope that Ayla will be safe until then.”

“illustration.”

During the conversation, Thomas suddenly grabbed Kang Mu-hyeok by the back of his neck and pulled him towards him. At the same time, he used wind magic to make the hunters retreat from the coastal cliff.

It was immediately after that that the sea water gushed forth.

“!!”

Something leaped out of the sea and pounced on a hunter. The target was a hunter belonging to the alliance. The alliance hunter quickly drew his sword, but his reaction was too late.

The unidentified entity knocked away the hunter’s weapon and aimed for his heart.

“Where!”

Thomas didn’t let this go. He cast defensive magic in front of the hunter while simultaneously firing offensive magic.

It jumped out of the sea and was eventually hit by magic, rolling around on the floor.

Thomas threw Kang Moo-hyuk at Mr. Joe and he flew up.

【Thunder Cannon】

The lightning cannon flew by and struck it. It screamed. No, it roared and shook off the magical aura.

It was staring at the hunters. It was the eyes of a predator before its prey. Everyone thought so.

Kang Moo-hyuk confirmed the presence of the attacker amid the chaos of being handed over to Mr. Cho.

“get out?”

Wait a minute. There’s no exit bridge?

Naga was a monster with a lower body that resembled a snake and a tail with fins for swimming.

But the monster before my eyes is… … .

‘There are clear characteristics of Naga in parts other than the legs.’

The gills on the neck and sides, the bluish scales, and the fins that extend from the back to the head.

Anyone who looked at it saw that it looked like a Naga, but

‘You have legs? You’re not Nagaga? Could it be Unknown?’

A second clash ensued while Kang Mu-hyeok was doubting the identity of the monster.

‘This guy is dangerous.’

Thomas immediately felt that the monster that resembled Naga was not ordinary. He had a gut feeling that he shouldn’t drag it out for too long.

‘With maximum firepower.’

【Phoenix】

Hurrruk!

The bird of fire flew.

at that time.

Something happened that no one expected.

“wizard!”

The monster spoke in a human voice.

Kwaaang!

* * *

Unknown Naga, Muhammad was startled when he saw the phoenix flying towards him.

It was a threat I had never felt before.

‘A magic I’ve never heard of. What is that guy’s true identity?’

wizard!

With a roar of evil, the scales on his entire body were tightly condensed. Mana was layered over his skin, which was filled with the energy of water. Then, the most powerful defensive skills covered his body.

A phoenix landed on Muhammad’s arms, which were crossed in an X shape. In an instant, the phoenix broke through Muhammad’s defenses and melted his scales.

‘This theory is true.’

He gritted his teeth. I never thought I’d use this power here. This is ridiculous.

With that thought, something rose up from deep within my lungs as if I was exhaling.

“Welcome to the abyss.”

With those words, all the hunters collapsed.

Darkness, death, pain, despair.

Mr. Joe saw the starvation of his childhood, Hyun Jung-geon saw corpses soaking in blood holding him back, Eagles saw the countless massacres he had seen in Africa, Raven saw the annihilation of his Indian tribe, and Alex saw the death of Ayla.

All the negativity was denying even humanity.

Among the hunters who lost their power to resist in an instant, Thomas,

“Speaking monsters are rare, but one with the characteristics of a second-year middle schooler is even rarer. How much would it cost to catch one of these?”

He just grimaced as if he had heard an unpleasant noise.

Instead, it was Muhammad who was embarrassed.

“Oh, how can you be okay?”

“What should we do?”

Instead of answering, Thomas threw a question behind him.

A voice answers his question.

“What are you asking me to do? Kill me.”

Kang Moo-hyuk supported the back of the fallen Mr. Joe and glared at Muhammad.

“You, what are you? Why are you… when you’re not even a hunter…?”

Muhammad was bewildered by a phenomenon he had never imagined. It was enough to temporarily dissipate the power that had been displayed so arrogantly.

“Captain, your order has been given. Die.”

“How cheeky of you!”

Thomas’ magic and Muhammad’s abyss collided.

At that moment, a variable occurred once again.

Suddenly, a black pillar of light rose from the ground.

“!!” “!!” “!!”

Kang Moo-hyuk, Thomas, and Muhammad.

All three turned their heads toward the pillar of light at the same time.

Eagles were seen lying down under the pillar of light. The light was coming from the object he was holding.

‘Leader?!’

I could tell at a glance.

For the first time since the Little War, the leader’s true form has been revealed.

‘But why is that now… …?!’

Kang Mu-hyeok grasped the situation in an instant.

‘The only variable that has occurred now is the energy that the unknown possesses.’

An unknown force.

I’ve experienced things like this before where I couldn’t identify the person.

An unknown entity.

‘The leader responded to that power.’

Kang Moo-hyuk gained enlightenment that was close to precognition.

He got closer to the truth.

‘The prophecy of Clairvoyance.’

The leader,

“It was the key.”

As soon as Kang Mu-hyeok finished muttering softly, Muhammad moved.

‘I don’t know what it is, but it definitely responds to my power. I have to get it no matter what!’

Thomas wasn’t the only one who could just watch that scene. He also used his quick mind to roughly figure out the situation and flew away.

“Who would have thought we could just leave it alone?!”

【Earth Wall】

The ground rose up in the path where Muhammad was running.

Muhammad broke the wall in one breath. But there was not just one wall. A dozen or so walls rose up to block his way.

It was a minor sabotage to Muhammad, but it delayed him for some time. In the meantime, Thomas caught up with him.

【Ice Field】

‘No need for big magic. Just small.’

Only around Muhammad did frost settle. The floor was slippery and his joints creaked.

Muhammad lost his balance and staggered. Thomas overtook him.

“What a trick!”

Muhammad shouted and blasted away the darkness that was in his body.

A force darker and more gloomy than pitch black struck Thomas on the back.

Thomas, who was trying to retrieve the Eagles and the leader, sensed the danger and used magic to throw the Eagles far away and create a defensive barrier.

‘This should be enough to stop it… … .’

Thomas was startled by the energy that was penetrating, or rather invading, his defenses.

‘What kind of power do you have?’

Instead of blocking, he switched to evasion. But Muhammad would not let this happen.

“Die, wizard!”

“I’m tired of lines.”

【Phoenix】

【Abyss Cloud】

Darkness and fire swirled over the cliff.