MADman-Chapter 62: Book leads to this

Aftermath-

The battlefield lay silent, coated in ash and blood. The clash between Venik and the Zodiacs had left the planet scarred but free. The chains that bound Earth to the Zodiac empire were destroyed, and the remnants of the Resistance stood victorious, albeit at a heavy cost.

Gok, no longer consumed by Venik but severely weakened, was carried to safety by Sung Min Ki and the remaining fighters. The sight of their once-unstoppable protector reduced to such a fragile state left the team shaken.

As Gok was rushed to the hospital, Kim Hansoo's body was laid to rest. His sacrifice had turned the tide, saving millions and inspiring a generation.

Kim Hansoo's Funeral

The world mourned.

In the heart of Seoul, a massive ceremony was held in Hansoo's honor. His casket, draped with the flag of the Resistance, was carried through the streets as millions of people gathered to pay their respects.

Sung Min Ki, his voice trembling with grief and pride, spoke before the crowd.

"Hansoo was more than a hero. He was hope in our darkest hour. And though he has left us, his legacy will live on. We owe him everything."

At the end of the funeral, a statue of Kim Hansoo was unveiled. Towering above the city, it depicted him in his battle stance, wielding the Void Energy that had defined his final moments. Beneath the statue, an inscription read:

"Kim Hansoo: The Light in the Void."

In a hospital room in Busan, Gok lay unconscious. His body, having endured the full extent of Venik's power, was still riddled with fractures and internal injuries. The medical staff worked tirelessly to stabilize him.

Sung Min Ki sat by his bedside, flipping through Gok's newly released book, To Be Mad. The pages told stories of struggle, sacrifice, and redemption—stories that now carried even more weight after the battles they had endured.

"Even when you're out cold, you still find a way to lecture me, huh?" Min Ki muttered with a sad smile.

World revived..

With the Zodiacs defeated, humanity began to rebuild.

In a symbolic gesture, new forests and cities were planted where battles had taken place, representing the resilience of Earth's people. A global council was formed to unite nations in their recovery efforts.

The Rankers Corps was reestablished, this time as a global organization dedicated to protecting the planet from future threats. The New Korean Team, led by Sung Min Ki, quickly rose to prominence, becoming a symbol of strength and hope.

Late one night, Sung Min Ki walked alone through the newly restored streets of Seoul, reflecting on the past few years. The battles, the losses, and the victories all weighed heavily on him.

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As he passed a quiet alley, a faint light caught his eye. Turning, he saw a small rift open before him.

Through the rift, a breathtaking sight unfolded: a massive skyrocket tree with pink blossoms stretched endlessly into a vibrant sky. Beneath it, samurai warriors stood, their armor gleaming in the sunlight. Their presence radiated an air of mysticism and power.

For a moment, the rift lingered, as if inviting him to step through. Then, as quickly as it appeared, it vanished, leaving Min Ki standing in stunned silence.

"What the hell was that?" he whispered to himself, his mind racing with questions.

A New Chapter Begins

The world had changed, but the mysteries of the universe continued to unfold.

Back at the hospital, Gok stirred in his bed, his eyes fluttering open for the first time in weeks. As the sunlight streamed through the window, he muttered under his breath:

"Pink blossoms... samurai... the fight isn't over."

In the distance, the faint hum of a new rift echoed through the night, signaling the arrival of another unknown Chapter in humanity's story.