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Chapter 430
Chapter 430
Chapter 430
-Dont worry, cat constellation.I wont take your achievement away from you.
Choi Yeonseung tried to appease the cat constellation. It had been kind enough to offer some advice, which Choi Yeonseung then transmitted to Park Seunghwi. However, he had no intention of stealing the credit.
You really are amazing!
Wait, Hunter Park Seunghwi. Theres a misunderstanding. This isnt my ability.
Youre being too humble...!
Park Seunghwi already respected Choi Yeonseung as an A-grade hunter, but now he was also amazed by his brilliant insight in regards to production. And on top of it all, Choi Yeonseung was also being humble, making him look like a saint in Park Seunghwis eyes.
[You have received strong faith and your power of existence has increased!]
...Listen to me.
Yes, Im listening!
Park Seunghwi quickly pulled out a pencil and a sheet of paper and prepared to take notes, looking at Choi Yeonseung as more than just his boss.
Park Seunghwi hadnt been the only one worrying about the shield. There were also Hunter Kang Inbeom, the famous blacksmith of the Bulgae clan, and Hunter Jeong Sora, who had built a reputation as an independent blacksmith.
In addition to those two hunters, Park Seunghwi had also sent a letter to some blacksmith hunters working overseas, asking for advice on how to fix the shield.
Of course, most people had ignored him, but a few blacksmith hunters had been kind enough to offer their opinions.
-Given the current state of the shield, it seems rather difficult to implement this kind of magic.Wouldnt it be better to choose different magic?
-I think the way to fix it is to go with lower-circle magic.
The feedback of the overseas blacksmiths had been negative, with all of them suggesting that Park Seunghwi cut down on the specs if he wanted the shield to work.
In that situation, Park Seunghwi had also wondered, Have I been too ambitious with this design? Should I just scrap this project?
Thus, Park Seunghwi was naturally astonished when Choi Yeonseung fixed the shield in a few seconds.
He was basically a god of crafting!
[The Cat of Lava and Magma grumbles.]
The cat constellation was once again upset by Park Seunghwis admiration. The shield worked because a real constellation had come up with the solution!
Im not very good at crafting, explained Choi Yeonseung.
Oh, I see!
Park Seunghwi nodded as though he received his confirmation. Indeed, Choi Yeonseung was extremely humble!
...I can tell what youre thinking, but Im really not good at crafting. I didnt come up with that solution. That was the wisdom I received from a constellation.
What are you saying?
Park Seunghwi smiled and shook his hand.
[The Cat of Lava and Magma is upset.]
Why dont you believe me?
Even if the constellations take good care of their household members, theres no way your master could teach you all of these things one by one, right?
...
Choi Yeonseung was left speechless by Park Seunghwis argument. He was right.
Unless the constellation had nothing to do, there was no way they would watch their household members craft things and patiently teach them everything they needed to know.
The constellation would give them an item or a skill at best, but they wouldnt stay and observe what their household members were doing unless it was something incredibly interesting.
[The Cat of Lava and Magma is even more upset!]
However, the cat constellation actually took the time to observe and teach others.
-Uh, Im sorry about all of this. Since youre so passionate about this, why dont you talk to him yourself?
[The Cat of Lava and Magma asks if it is okay.]
-Of course.Youve helped me so much, so its the least I could do.
Choi Yeonseung could give way to the cat constellation if Park Seunghwi was willing to join it. It wasnt like Park Seunghwi was an irreplaceable talent. Considering everything that the cat constellation had done so far, this concession wasnt difficult.
The cat constellation was very pleased by Choi Yeonseungs words, and it seemed that it secretly wanted to recruit Park Seunghwi.
[The Cat of Lava and Magma says that it is the one who gave you the wisdom.]
!!
Park Seunghwi was taken aback by the sudden message from the constellation.
[The Cat of Lava and Magma says there is nothing to panic about. If you want, it will give you wisdom.]
The cat constellation spoke to him in a triumphant voice. Now that it had said this, this human would definitely reply with something like Yes! In fact, Ive been waiting for a constellation like you! Please allow me to learn!
U-uh, Im not interested in serving a constellation right now! Im sorry.
[...]
However, Park Seunghwi instantly refused.
[The Cat of Lava and Magma is screaming why?!]
-Ah. Thats right. The cat constellation isnt that famous actually.
Choi Yeonseung was convinced and nodded. If the Cat of Lava and Magma were a more popular constellation, Park Seunghwi mightve considered it.
However, most people were unaware of the existence of the cat constellation, so it was naturally difficult for Park Seunghwi to trust it only because it offered him wisdom out of nowhere. He could learn from Choi Yeonseung, but there was no reason to trust a constellation he didnt know much about.
Uh... I dont have to believe in it, do I? Park Seunghwi asked hesitantly. His whole body language essentially said, I dont want to believe in this constellation!
It cant be helped.
You dont have to believe in it.
Thank you! Park Seunghwis expression beamed instantly.
It was obvious that he really didnt want to believe in this constellation.
It just goes to show how important reputation is for a constellation.
[The Cat of Lava and Magma is sad and says to wait and see.]
***
Director Han Gyeongjun, this is wonderful!
Seeing Nam Hakgi speaking with an unusually relaxed expression, Han Gyeongjun felt proud. Even though they were both executives within the same group, their positions were completely different.
Nam Hakgi was the chairmans favorite family member while Han Gyeongjun was just lucky to have made it this far.
But if I do well, I might be able to get even higher than this.
Moving into the backbone of the groups management instead of working in the exile position of the groupHan Gyeongjun thought he had the opportunity to do just that.
Director Han, what do you think about Hunter Choi Yeonseung?
At Nam Hakgis question, Han Gyeongjun answered as calmly as possible and only mentioned what he had seen.
Just as youve said, Hunter Choi Yeonseung is a capable individual. He isnt just strong as a hunter. Hes also shrewd and persuasive.
Is that so?
Nam Hakgi nodded in satisfaction. He already thought highly of Choi Yeonseung, so any praise for him had to sound good. Han Gyeongjun noticed this and decided to act on it.
Ive made concessions to bring Hunter Choi Yeonseung here, but the mere mention of his name made Hunter Park Seunghwi turn down all the other offers.
Indeed...
In addition, he took a look at the artifact that Hunter Park Seunghwi was making in the workshop, and he managed to point out its flaws and fix them immediately. What makes this more impressive is the fact that all the other blacksmiths had failed to come up with a solution.
...
Nam Hakgis expression started to change, but Han Gyeongjun didnt notice right away.
Isnt he amazing?
...Arent you exaggerating now, Director Han?
Im only telling you what I saw!
Uh, I cant trust him.
Han Gyeongjun was unaware that Nam Hakgi had just given him a low evaluation.
***
Hunter Choi Yeonseung, its a pleasure meeting you. I never thought I would see you like this.
Nice to meet you.
He had pestered his subordinates like crazy to make this meeting happen, but Nam Hakgi maintained his dignity as he greeted Choi Yeonseung.
Even though the other person was an A-grade hunter, Nam Hakgi had no intention of acting improperly.
Thank you for accepting my proposal. In fact, I was worried because of your close relationship with Hunter Han Seha. You know, were rivals, me and her, haha.
Nam Hakgi decided to start off the conversation with a light joke. However, the response was completely unexpected.
Youre Han Sehas rival?! What are you saying?
Choi Yeonseung was taken aback. He hadnt been aware that this guy was Sehas rival.
Seeing his surprised reaction, Han Gyeongjun quickly intervened and explained, Namhyeong Group might compete a lot of with Hanseong Group in many ways, but its more like a friendly competition.
Wait. Friendly rivalry or whatever, I cant help you if youre Sehas rival.
But... Hunter Han Seha doesnt have much interest in Hanseong Group, right? I know shes more focused on her work as a hunter.
Han Gyeongjun was starting to feel uneasy, and he tried to persuade Choi Yeonseung. He wouldnt just go back like this after coming all the way here, would he?
Hunter Choi Yeonseung, please think about this carefully. Hunter Han Seha isnt as narrow-minded as everyone makes her seem to be. All those worthless media outlets keep spreading malicious rumors about her. But how can anyone call her narrow-minded after her performance in the recent raid in Russia?
Han Gyeongjun said something he didnt want to say in order to somehow win over Choi Yeonseung.
Of course, it didnt work.
But she is narrow-minded.
-I agree.
Choi Yeonseung didnt know how Han Seha would react if she found out that he was teaching the hunters from Namhyeong Group, but he wouldnt do something that could upset his niece.
Im sorry.
A-are you serious? Ill contact Hunter Han Seha! Han Gyeongjun exclaimed.
Are you really going that far? I doubt youll get her approval, said Choi Yeonseung while looking at him with pity.
Given Han Sehas temper, there was no way Han Gyeongjun would get a good answer from her.
-Just proceed.
!
However, Han Seha replied calmly, and Choi Yeonseung was flustered.
Is this really Seha?
Is it okay?
-Of course Wait.Did you think Id get in the way of what youre doing?!
Han Seha couldnt believe it. Of course, the people in Namhyeong Group were something else, but she wasnt childish enough to interfere with Choi Yeonseungs work because of her personal feelings.
Surely Choi Yeonseung was aware of that
...
-......
[...]
Of course not.
-I think you answered too late...
Uh, the signal is kinda bad. In any case, come quickly.
Choi Yeonseung changed the topic so that Han Seha wouldnt suspect anything.
Han Gyeongjun sighed with relief as the conversation finally turned in a positive direction.
It almost became a problem.
It wouldve been a disaster if Choi Yeonseung had left after everyone had gone through so much trouble to bring him here.
Han Gyeongjun wouldve been shocked.
Ill take a quick look around while waiting.
Okay. I can show you around...
No, its okay.
Choi Yeonseung opted to go alone because if he moved around with Han Gyeongjun, all eyes would be on him and he wouldnt be able to look around freely.
He wont make a detour, will he?
Han Gyeongjun was nervous, but he couldnt complain. Even though he wouldnt accompany Choi Yeonseung, there were still people who could explain various things to him.
Namhyeong Group is quite large.
Its one of the best groups in South Korea.
But compared to Dragon Industry...
Thats right. They cant compare.
Choi Yeonseung was stunned as he heard the Blocker twins talking behind him.
I can hear everything. Shouldnt you lower your voices?
It was great that he had managed to get them to acknowledge him, but How could they openly say such things in someone elses company?
Why did I even tell them to come?
Theres nothing to worry about, Hunter Choi Yeonseung. We are here to help.
The twins definitely had a different mentality from him.
Despite their tumultuous first encounter with him, they could now say with confidence that they would help Choi Yeonseung win in this competition!
Can you even trust whatever these guys from Namhyeong Group are telling you?
Were much better. The hunters that are moving over there are from the Ghost Tree God clan. The clan specializes in security.
Its a pretty good clan. Weve scouted a few hunters from that clan.
I see... Wait. Choi Yeonseung paused.
The energy emitted by the hunters belonging to the Ghost Tree God clan was clearly that of martial arts. However, it wasnt ordinary. It was martial arts mixed with a peculiar and ominous energy.
What kind of madman would learn such martial arts?