Chapter 245

Chapter 245

As the clan hunters were trying to adapt to their new leader, Choi Yeonseung and Lee Changsik were also trying to adapt to the new clan.

“See which hunters are still here, pick out the ones who are useful, scout those who can be recruited, and train them to some extent to get a structure. Then we’ll at least have some semblance of a clan.”

Choi Yeonseung was relieved by Lee Changsik’s words.

‘I was really worried, but he seems to be okay.’

Choi Yeonseung had been worried and frustrated because the hunters didn’t seem normal, but Lee Changsik’s expression remained the same.

In fact, Choi Yeonseung’s standards were too high. Normally, the average hunter was just as skilled as those here, so there was no reason for Lee Changsik to despair when he saw something like this.

‘As expected, his expertise as the coach of the national team hasn’t disappeared.’

Lee Changsik warned, “But it’s going to take at least a few months.”

“That’s nothing... Tell me if there are any cocky bastards.”The inaugural upload of this chapter took place via N0v3l-B1n.

Looking at the two people who were about to end the conversation on a good note, the clan employee spoke in a puzzled voice. “That... You two. Don’t you want to check anything else?”

“?”

“??”

Choi Yeonseung and Lee Changsik looked at the employee with a puzzled look. Was there anything else to check?

“We’ve looked at the clan finances, the number of hunters, the training facilities, the artifacts you have... Is there anything else you need us to check?”

The employee reluctantly replied, “We have a match tomorrow?”

“...”

Choi Yeonseung’s expression was filled with astonishment. The employee kept his head down in embarrassment, even though it wasn’t his fault.

“What kind of nonsense is that?”

“No... That...

“... I’m sorry.” Lee Changsik finally realized it and apologized. Normally, clans of certain sizes had to periodically compete with other clans. The matches themselves were casual and friendly, and were meant for practice, but those didn’t matter. The main competition was important.

Clans that fought each other would bet a reasonable amount and the winner would take all of it! At first, they used to bet for fun, as a joke. However, this practice had become a huge pillar of the clan’s annual revenue.

Choi Yeonseung heard the explanation and found it absurd. ‘It’s outrageous...’

-Successor.

-No. How could I not be mad about this?

He could honestly understand them not improving because they didn’t kill monsters, but it was ridiculous that the clans were earning money with this. It was apparently something that was happening worldwide. This was the reason why they hadn’t been able to break through the first realm before...

-It’s the first time that the hunters who hunt monsters are in a better light. You said that the constellations are responsible for this SSL trend?

It was even more ridiculous for Choi Yeonseung, who knew that the matches in the Otherworld between these hunters originated from the constellation battles.

-Wait, did the constellations spread this game on purpose?

-What do you mean by that?

-If the hunters continue to focus on the dungeon and try to attack the Abyss, they’ll gradually become stronger.

Chills went down Choi Yeonseung’s spine at the thought that this might be some kind of scheme.

Constellations often seemed clumsy, but there were several elders who had lived much longer than Choi Yeonseung. Those elders would sometimes carry out schemes that no human would ever think about.

-But if they stop paying attention to dungeons and only participate in matches, the growth of hunters will drastically reduce...

-Um. Successor, I can’t completely deny your theory. It sounds plausible.

-I’m getting goosebumps. Those old constellation bastards.

-... Successor, you’re not talking about me right now, are you?? You wouldn’t do that to me, would you??

The goddess of sloth was flustered by Choi Yeonseung’s reaction of distancing himself from her. While the other old constellations were invading Earth, she had sealed herself and remained silent in the corners of the Abyss. She had had nothing to do with this ploy!

-I believe you. Of course, I believe you. However, do you mind if I turn off our shared view for a while?

-......

-I’m sorry. I was just joking.

-One more joke and I’ll never answer your call again, Successor.

-I’m sorry... So do you think my suspicions are right?

-Like I said, I think it’s definitely plausible. There is always a reason for the actions of the constellation. By the way...

[The ‘Cat of Lava and Magma’ agrees!]

[The ‘Manipulator of Dreams and Desires’ says that other races that are obsessed with nightmare demons usually do this.]

-You keep bringing this up. How many times do I have to say that it’s not like that?

-It’s true that Successor is too soft to do such a thing.

-In any case, I understand. The next time the goddess of balance contacts me, I’ll ignore her.

The goddess of sloth shook her head at Choi Yeonseung’s terrible words.

-No, don’t do that. If you have any doubts, then you should be even more friendly toward her. Isn’t it fortunate that the goddess of balance is currently favoring you, Successor? I don’t know if it's genuine, but...

-Why do you keep saying unnecessary things?

-You have to take advantage of it.

-Haven’t I used her enough?

Choi Yeonseung spoke calmly. Everyone disregarded the goddess of balance, but Choi Yeonseung had received quite a bit of help from her. He had participated in a constellation battle with the angels...

The goddess of sloth snorted.

-That’s not ‘using her.’

-Then what?

-Do it more blatantly. Attempt to cling to the goddess of balance and seduce her.

-Goddess of sloth, perhaps you... Have you lost your mind after living isolated in the corners of the Abyss for so long?

Choi Yeonseung was dumbfounded. Why did he have to try to seduce her?

However, the goddess of sloth was serious.

-I’m being serious. You have to seize the opportunity and cling to her somehow. That’s how you can find out what her intentions are.

-Forget it. I need to take care of the hunters now.

-Successor! Don’t forget my advice! The Manipulator of Dreams and Desires is much better in this area, so get some help from her...

[The ‘Manipulator of Dreams and Desires’ says she can help.]

Choi Yeonseung didn’t answer.

***

“Why do you look like that?”

“I just had a pointless conversation... So what’s the situation now?”

Chu Wonseung, the head of the power analysis team of the Demon clan, started trembling when Choi Yeonseung asked him the question.

“There is a match scheduled for tomorrow against the Red-Haired Spirit clan. The items that have been bet are around 30 high-grade refined cores...”

“Well, it’s not like I can’t afford it, but it’s still a bit ridiculous.”

Lee Changsik lowered his head as if he couldn’t look at Choi Yeonseung.

“I should’ve looked at the dates for the matches, not just the clan’s debt. I’m sorry.”

“It’s fine, Hyung. It’s not your fault.”

Chu Wonseung was stunned by the conversation between the A-grade hunters.

If it wasn’t Lee Changsik’s fault, then whose was it...?

If an A-grade hunter went on a rampage in anger, it would be difficult for the clan members to survive even if they had ten extra people on their side.

The employee hurriedly said, “I-I’m sorry! I... I should’ve explained it properly...”

“Forget it. It’s not the responsibility of the employees below us who are working for a salary.”

Choi Yeonseung was unexpectedly kind.

Chu Wonseung raised his head, unsure if he had survived.

Choi Yeonseung had pulled out his phone and was trying to contact someone, which made Lee Changsik quite curious.

“Who are you calling?”

“I’ll call the investors who sold their stocks in the clan. If they don’t give me proper compensation for this, from now on they'll have to sleep with one eye open.”

“What did you learn from Gyeongryong hyung...?” asked Lee Changsik with a stunned expression.