The Time-Limited Leader Makes the Raid a Success - Chapter 487



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Episode 487

#487. Suddenly interested?

The aftershock that followed immediately made Kang Moo-hyuk lose his balance and roll on the ground. The wind was so strong that his body was momentarily suspended in the air. He held on to the guide tightly as he flew.

Then he found a hunter lying on the ground wearing heavy equipment, and he reached out and grabbed him tightly.

Kang Mu-hyeok, who had put out the fire for a moment, looked around.

‘Are other people okay?’

Even in the midst of the crisis, he was worried about the hunters who had lost consciousness, but he soon realized that it was a needless worry. There was no way that the hunters with strong bodies could get hurt in such a strong wind.

Some of the Hunters were hit by flying rocks or flew into the jungle and crashed into trees, but they didn’t seem to suffer any major damage.

‘Thomas Hunter must have done a good job of minimizing the damage. Other than the strong winds, it looks fine.’

Rather, it was Kang Mu-hyeok who was in danger. It was a dangerous situation for an ordinary person. In fact, he was bleeding after being hit in the forehead by a flying rock just a moment ago.

The problem didn’t end there. The hunter he was holding onto somehow got swept away by the strong wind, and Kang Mu-hyeok was also caught in the wind. His body was lifted about ten meters and flew towards the jungle.

Kang Mu-hyeok braced himself and shrank down as much as possible.

‘I wish it would end with a broken line somewhere.’

Even though he was wearing an armor coat, there was no guarantee as to how much of the shock a non-hunter could absorb.

Just before Kang Mu-hyeok’s back hit the waist of a tall tree.

“Tch!”

Thud!

Someone took Kang Mu-hyeok.

“Mr. Joe!”

“I woke up and what the hell is this, Captain?”

Mr. Joe put Kang Mu-hyeok on his waist and moved in a zigzag pattern between the trees, then hid in a blind spot where the strong wind did not reach.

She hid Kang Mu-hyeok between the stumps of a tree, some of whose huge roots were exposed, and rubbed her head roughly.

“Oh, what the heck. I was sleeping and ended up hitting a tree and hitting my head. Is that an African alarm?”

“I don’t know if it’s African, but it’s definitely not a pleasant wake-up call.”

“For someone like me who sleeps in a lot in the morning, a morning call can never be pleasant. What’s going on here?”

Kang Moo-hyuk explained briefly.

“So a monster-like human came out and attacked us, and he’s related to Morocco and Naga, and the leader is responding to his power and fighting with him to take over?”

“Yes. You have a good grasp of it. You understood it the first time.”

“No, that’s not true! Why are morning dramas so twisted?”

“When has this floor ever been free of twists and turns?”

“Well, it’s not easy. Especially when you’re with someone.

Mr. Cho shrugged his shoulders and glared at Kang Moo-hyuk.

“Anyway, it’s our job to untangle this mess. Do you happen to know where the Hyun Jeong-geon Hunter flew off to?”

“I don’t remember things that don’t make money. Whether that guy flies or dies… … .”

“Recovery of performance bonus.”

“I saw you crash into the rock over there, Captain.”

“Bring him here.”

“There was no need to bring that useless guy… … .”

“Now that I think about it, the business expenses from last time seemed a bit high. I guess I’ll have to compare the details one by one. Thank you… … .”

“Mr. Hyun, wait. I’ll go get you.”

Mr. Joe flew away and soon after, he brought Hyun Jung-geon. She threw Hyun Jung-geon, who was on her shoulder, on the floor. Even then, Hyun Jung-geon still didn’t come to his senses.

“Hunter Hyun Jeong-geon. Get up. You have a mission. Hunter Hyun Jeong-geon.”

When Kang Mu-hyeok showed no signs of waking up despite being shaken roughly, Mr. Cho stepped in.

“That’s because it’s not an African alarm. Let me wake you up.”

As Kang Moo-hyeok stepped aside, Mr. Cho picked up a rock rolling on the floor. Hyun Jeong-geon opened his eyes as soon as the rock was aimed at Jeong Su-ri.

“Hmm, I guess I’m finally coming to my senses.”

“I know you broke it when you brought it in earlier. If it weren’t for the gratitude, I would have beaten you up for sure.”

Kang Moo-hyuk immediately gave orders to Hyun Jeong-geon, who had just woken up.

“I have a mission to entrust to you.”

“I thought it wasn’t very fun and would be annoying. Ugh! What is it?”

“If you go up the coastline about 1km from here, you will find a sea cave.”

“Sea cave?”

“It refers to coastal caves that have been eroded by waves, currents, etc.”

“Where on earth does the captain get such words?”

Mr. Cho asked curiously. On the other hand, Hyun Jeong-geon was suspicious of the source of the information.

“How do you know if there are sea caves?”

“The leader told me.”

Kang Mu-hyeok answered calmly while holding up the yellow crystal. The two hunters were at a loss for words in response to that sight.

The item told you? Is it some new meme that’s trending these days? Or is it just a silly joke you make sometimes?

Finally, Mr. Cho examined Kang Mu-hyeok’s head.

“Did you hurt your head? You look fine on the outside.”

“I wasn’t hurt. I wasn’t crazy. The leader literally just showed off his original abilities.”

Hyun Jeong-geon pulled the noisy Mr. Cho away from Kang Mu-hyeok.

“Please continue.”

“It seems that the caves and sea caves along the coastline are connected. I don’t know of any other entrances. That’s the only one I’ve seen.”

“What should I do?”

“Please confirm the exact location and scout out any surrounding threats. I think there is something inside that we are looking for.”

“Which one are you looking for?”

Hyun Jeong-geon asked about Naga’s sanctuary and the missing members of the Federation.

Kang Mu-hyeok answered.

“Both.”

“I guess it was related.”

“In the meantime, Mr. Joe and I will gather the hunters.”

“Huh? Working again?”

Mr. Cho expressed his dissatisfaction, but he had no choice but to keep his mouth shut at Hyun Jeong-geon’s words.

“Wasn’t it the Lord Gilma’s order to escort Captain Kang? Should we switch roles? In return, I’ll take the bonus.”

“Mr. Hyun. You shouldn’t carelessly aim for someone else’s job.”

“If you don’t want to break your rice bowl, then watch over your boss well. And listen to his orders well.”

“Hey! Are you threatening me right now?”

“I think so. If something goes wrong, do you think Joo Se-ah Gilma will be safe?”

“Ugh! That’s horrible.”

Hyun Jeong-geon turned around, leaving Mr. Joe shivering as he imagined himself being chased by an S-rank.

As the battle between Thomas and Muhammad reached its final stage, an even stronger whirlwind blew through the jungle.

Hyun Jeong-geon stuck out his tongue in a fierce manner and looked at Kang Mu-hyeok.

“Wouldn’t it be better to go after the other side’s decision is made? It looks like we’ll win.”

“I think that would be better, but I don’t think Ayla’s situation will last very long.”

“Aila? Oh, that missing Federation member? She must be serious.”

“Please hurry.”

“Let’s try,”

At the same time, Hyun Jeong-geon disappeared. He hid himself in the jungle and moved.

‘A cave… The captain would choose me over Mr. Joe. I’m definitely the right person for the dark environment.’

There was one question that came to mind with that thought.

‘But who on earth is Ayla that the captain is so concerned about? From what I’ve heard, she seems to be a high-ranking official in the federation. But I have a feeling there’s more to it than that.’

Otherwise, Kang Mu-hyeok would not have taken care of the monsters or the gate before that.

“Suddenly you’re interested?”

* * *

The Golden Phoenix had finished its work and disappeared. The well that drew from the abyss seemed to have dried up, and could no longer draw out the darkness from Muhammad’s body.

“You’re a pain. You’re wasting your life. Knock knock! Knock knock!”

Every time Thomas coughed, blood would trickle down the corner of his mouth. It was a sign of considerable internal injury, but compared to Muhammad’s condition, it was hard to call it an injury.

“profit…….”

Muhammad’s appearance was gruesome.

Both arms were gone, and part of his chest had melted skin, burning muscles and exposing bones.

The damage was so bad it was a wonder he was still alive.

“Have you become a real monster?”

“What the hell are you? I’ve never heard of such magic.”

“You still have time to talk? I know for sure. I can’t let you live.”

Thomas folded his hands in front of his chest. He tried to use magic, but mana was not gathering properly due to the broken blood vessels here and there. It took a long time to find a detour and cast the magic.

Muhammad, sensing that he was preparing the final blow, clenched his teeth beneath his melted cheek.

‘That guy is not in good health either. I still have a chance.’

He tried to return to the sea somehow. However, if he moved rashly, he would be attacked. His body was at its limit, so if he allowed any more attacks, he could not guarantee his life.

‘If I get hit with the same magic as before one more time, I’m finished.’

No, even just getting hit by a small fireball would be fatal.

Muhammad secretly sent signals somewhere through the gills, the main organ of the Naga.

They were able to communicate with each other through waves coming from the gills. Muhammad was also able to use the same technique since he was based on Naga.

Finally, Thomas completed the magic.

He floated the firebird into the air. It was a small firebird, not even the Golden Phoenix, let alone the original Phoenix. However, it was also a threatening magic because he tried to maintain its destructive power as much as possible.

“It’s small, but it’ll be enough for you.”

【Phoenix】

It was the moment when the Phoenix was about to fly.

Chooah! Choo! Choo! Choo!

Suddenly, a group of fish jumped out from the sea.

Dozens of Nagas threw their tridents at Thomas. Thomas rolled over, unable to avoid the attack. The completed magic shook dangerously. He managed to maintain his mana and focus on the magic, but he was in a difficult position as the Nagas continued to attack.

‘My body won’t keep up. It’s hard to maintain the magic.’

At this point, Thomas had to decide: should he deal with Naga, or should he finish off Muhammad?

‘There is no second magic.’

Without much thought, he threw the firebird at Muhammad.

“Die, you monster.”

“It’s not my time to die yet!”

With Muhammad’s shout, the Nagas threw themselves at the Phoenix. The human curtain, no, the monster’s curtain, stretched out and caught the Phoenix. The Phoenix melted and burned the Nagas. Dozens of Nagas in the straight line of the Phoenix’s flight were all annihilated.

Muhammad took advantage of the gap and jumped onto the cliff. Thomas, unable to use magic, used his legs to chase Muhammad.

A wizard who cannot use magic.

Muhammad, unaware of this, was startled by Thomas’ pursuit and ran like crazy.

A being that could bring death to him was chasing him.

If he had been a little more rational, he would have thought it strange that the wizard was chasing him on foot, but he couldn’t think that far when his life was already in danger.

‘What a scary guy! How tenacious!’

Finally, Muhammad reached the cliff and threw himself into the sea.

Thomas could only stand precariously on the edge of the cliff and watch the scene unfold.

“I will definitely get revenge!”

with a plop!

Bubbles rose above the sea where Muhammad had dived. The Nagas who had been sticking their faces out of the water nearby also dived and disappeared.

The Nagas who had remained on the cliff ran towards Thomas.

Thomas didn’t even look back. The hunters, who had come to their senses, rushed out of the jungle and attacked the Nagas.

Thomas sat down on the ground as the battle between the Hunters and the Nagas took place.

Dark red blood flowed out of his mouth.

“Oh, that guy. We have to catch him quickly.”

After saying those words, Thomas lost consciousness.

Hearing Kang Mu-hyeok’s voice calling him from afar.