NovelOLX Chapter 246: The Savior (6)
Chapter 246: The Savior (6)
The Prime Minister, as the leader responsible for Japan, should not have observed this battle.
Because he represented the nation of Japan.
Gathering Japan’s resources, he called for aid from other countries. However, if—although it’s a dreadful thought—they truly failed to subdue the Fallen Sword Saint?
In comics, novels, and movies, leaders were often portrayed as greedy.
A brave leader led on the battlefield.
To be honest, the Prime Minister wanted to do the same.
“That shouldn’t be.”
Because he knew that if he were to die, the outcome would be catastrophic.
Power-hungry figures would move to take his place.
Even though Japan was a nation in decline, it once held a heroic stature so powerful it was renowned globally. The place would be overrun by maggots, all scrambling to consume its flesh.
And all the consequences would fall on Japan’s citizens.
Thus, if the subjugation failed, the Prime Minister would have to take responsibility and find a way, no matter the cost.
That’s why he couldn’t involve himself in the battle.
If it weren’t for Lee Seo-ha’s sudden action...
It was truly a relief that he moved so quickly for Japan’s citizens.
However, Lee Seo-ha’s actions were truly deadly.
“He subdued the hero of the Middle East in a single move.”
The Prime Minister was not a hero of high stature.
He had been overly fortunate to receive the blessing of the Sun God, Amaterasu, and became the Chief Priest, but that was his limit.
He could manage to hold his own against a hero of the upper ranks, but his strength ended there.
However, he was still a hero.
When the hero of the Middle East clashed with Lee Seo-ha, Lee Seo-ha crossed into the hero’s territory without hesitation and acted familiarly.
Also, he was presumed to be the youngest of the high rank and possibly even the youngest supreme rank.
There were rumors in America that he killed the parasite Kalia, and whispers suggested that several high-ranking Mines met their end by his hands.
Crucially.
The Illusionary Evil, Dajii.
A monstrosity called the Great Evil turned Thailand into a land of debauchery, making the entire country a den of drugs.
Though she was said to be the weakest among the Great Evils, she managed to ensnare all the ordinary citizens in her illusions, posing a grave threat to the nation. ṙᴀNΟβÈS
At first, he doubted the truth.
He thought the Great Evils were plotting something.
It was unimaginable that someone who had just turned 20, barely past 18 years old—
Transcendents had vouched for it.
They were absolute beings who could perhaps overpower entire nations.
“Prime Minister!”
“What is it?”
“It’s urgent. And it seems everyone will know shortly.”
The Prime Minister frowned as he looked at his subordinate, who was rushing toward him.
With an urgent expression, his subordinate whispered in his ear.@@@@
“We’ve identified the Savior’s epithet.”
“What...?”
“It’s Lee Seo-ha.”
“What...?”
“It’s already confirmed through cross-verification. He’s registered in the Hall of Fame at the Korean Hero Academy.”
The Prime Minister glanced around.
A few others, upon hearing the news, hesitated over whether to follow where Lee Seo-ha had run off to.
“...Let’s go.”
Reason advised him not to go.
But his instincts warned that he must see.
And as a priest of the Sun God, the Prime Minister placed intuition above reason.
The Prime Minister ran.
And at that location, he saw it.
The white sword energy wavering in the abyss, as if to consume everything, facing off against that very abyss.
“...”
-That... is an incomprehensible monster.
Memories from travels were special in their own way.
Assuming there were no unpleasant experiences, of course.
After the fight with the Sword Saint, my body needed some adjustment.
‘I’ve been pushing myself non-stop.’
I hadn’t had the chance to properly rest.
It was just constant training and fighting.
I glanced at Kim Ara.
She was staring straight at me.
Even someone as oblivious as me could see her violet eyes were filled with anticipation.
“One day should be fine.”
“How about two nights?”
“....”
“Judging by how eager they are, it seems they’ll offer a good reward. Seo-ha, your company’s expenses have been sky-high lately, haven’t they?”
“...That’s true.”
The expenses had indeed spiked with the recruitment of Cheonma.
Although she said she was fine, being a Transcendent meant we had to increase all sorts of benefits and funds to match her level.
‘But, more importantly...’
I was more concerned with the momentary predatory look that flashed in Kim Ara’s eyes.
“Actually, one day should be enough. Yep, that’s plenty of time for something to happen.”
“What’s Tokyo famous for, anyway...?”
I turned on my phone to see what was available when a message popped up.
[A list of must-visit Tokyo restaurants.]
It was from the Electronic Witch.
As expected, the Electronic Witch had an excellent sense for these things.
Then, two more messages followed.
[A list of hot spring inns in Japan that are most popular with Korean women.]
[A list of the most recommended condom brands selected by women.]
“....”
Was my reputation really okay like this?
But, well, safe practices were important.
I quickly saved it in my memory with my talent, Reading.
“Tokyo hot springs, huh? Japanese hot springs are quite special. It’s been researched that the mana-infused hot spring water revitalizes the body, aids in recovery, and is good for the skin.”
“Really?”
Kim Ara responded to the mention of skin benefits.
I didn’t understand why women reacted so strongly to anything that was supposed to improve their skin.
“Come to think of it, it’s said to be good for male stamina too...”
“Really?”
“...You’re a guy too, huh.”
I answered instinctively to the Sword Empress’s comment.
It was just... a reflex. Besides, I had the talent known as Endless Stamina.
“...I know a few good places to eat around Tokyo. Have you tried ramen?”
“Sorry, but I don’t like ramen. Japanese ramen is greasier than ours, so I’m not fond of it.”
“Then how about seafood?”
I didn’t particularly like ramen either.
I’d eat it if someone suggested it, but I didn’t go out of my way for it.
“But it’s getting late; are there even places open?”
“...Now that I think about it, the options are limited.”
“Please don’t worry. Whatever you wish to eat, we’ll arrange it for you.”
We all nodded at the Prime Minister’s reassuring words.
However, at that time, I didn’t realize.
That the likelihood of me being devoured by someone was greater than me eating anything.
“W-Wait a second, Ara! C-Can’t we just talk...!!”
“Quiet! Day by day, you just get more tempting!!”