Rise of the Rejected Deity from Chaos-Chapter 172 - 171: The Korean Awakener [2]
The commander and his team's ears perked up, their curiosity spiking as they waited impatiently for the man to show up. Their eyes were wide open, darting beyond the woman to focus on the figure emerging from within.
Im Seun, a tall man, tan with striking gray eyes, toned muscles, and deep oxblood hair that was tied in a messy bun—few strands hovering over his face—stepped forward, stopping just behind the woman to peek outside.
His eyes rested first on the commander, before darting to the other two behind him. "Who are they?" He asked, looking to his assistant.
The lady sighed, eyes fluttering close and open. "They're from the HS association," she responded calmly.
Im Seun's head snapped up toward the commander and his crew, eyes scanning them—clearly confused. Feeling the weight of commander's eyes that were locked intently on him, Im Seun shuddered slightly.
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The commander's eyes were glued intently on Im Seun, refusing to even look away for a second.
I cannot sense any strong presence from him, the commander thought to himself. Is he masking it? Must be. How sly.
"And to what do we hold this visit?" Im Seun asked, directing the question to his assistant but his eyes remained on the commander.
His assistant attempted to respond, as did the commander's assistant. However, before any of them could talk, the commander spoke.
"I'll get straight to the point to save us both the stress," he said. "Im Seun," he called, voice firm with authority. "We have taken notice of your hardwork and accomplishment here in Japan, and we've decided to reward you awesomely for it."
Im Seun ad his assistant shared a brief glance, both of them clearly confused. "What does that mean?" Im Seun asked.
The commander kept silent, looking to the girl from the IT group. She took a step forward, her face stern with professionalism.
"It's no use trying to hide it now," she began softly but stern. "We are already aware of everything you did. From clearing the gate, to freeing the villagers, we know all."
Im Seun and his assistant yet again, shared a look.
"We stand before you today to acknowledge your deeds. You no longer need to remain in the shadows. In return, we shall do all we can to grant you the reward you deserve. So, Im Seun—will you lend us your strength?" the commander said, extending a hand to seal the pact.
But Im Seun and his assistant were still distraught, clueless what the situation was really about. However, they weren't fools to not understand the golden opportunity that had landed itself at them.
Not only has the association recognized him as an awakener, but a great one that is to be rewarded for whatever feats he knew not about. To Im Seun, this was God giving to him what he was denied back in his home country.
Before the conversation could stretch any longer, the commamder's assistant's phone rang, drawing everyone's attention. He quickly excused himself, going aside to answer the call.
After a moment, he hurried back, leaning toward the commander's ears.
"HE has come to visit," he relayed. The commander's eyes spread open, darting around to face his assistant, asking for further confirmation. His assistant nodded at him, confirming it is exactly who he thinks.
"Ask them to lead him to my office, I'll be there right away," he commanded, and the assistant went aside to continue the call.
Turning back to the Korean HS and his assistant, the commander asked. "What's your decision?"
A big smile stretched across the man's face, his hand going up his head for a nervous scratch as he spoke. "W-well, heh-heh, you see—"
"What is this?" The female that had escorted the commander interrupted, clearly angered. "In whose presence do you think you're dawdling?" She asked, eyes wide with rage.
The commander waved a hand at her, gesturing her to keep calm.
"It appears you haven't come to a decision yet. We'll wait. Here," the commander extended a golden card he had taken from his pocket—the same one Kaeliyus had. "Feel free to contact me or pay a visit when you've decided. For now, I have someone important to meet."
"Then, have a good day," the commander said. With that, he turned swiftly, his coat that was hung atop his shoulders, fluttering as he did. The girl followed suit, and the assistant that was answering the call, followed immediately.
When they reached their car, the assistant opened the backdoor seat of the black luxurious vehicle for the commander, while he and the girl sat in the front. The assistant started the car, driving away.
From the third floor window, the Korean HS and his assistant, watched the commander and his crew drive away, a breath of relief escaping them.
"What even is all this about?" The man asked, his language rough as he plumped down on a dark gray couch.
"Even I don't understand how this came about," his assistant admitted. "It is clear that this is about the news currently circling the country—the one about an unknown person behind the villagers' freedom from the demons that had them caged."
"Oh! The one that was recently reported," the man said.
"Yes," she replied. "And if you remember, a news had also made the headlines a few weeks ago. The one about someone not belonging to the association clearing a gate before anyone could get there," she said.
"I had told you about it," she added. The man nodded, confirming it. "I remember."
"But what does that have to do with me?" He asked, clearly puzzled.
"That is what I'm trying to understand. It seems to me the association is mistaking you as the person behind it," she observed.
"But how can that be? Do you think I could take on those demons all by myself? It's absurd!"
"Clearly, it is," she agreed, irking the man. "Tsk!" He clicked his tongue.
"Do you think the association might be trolling me? Is this a trap of some sort?" He asked.
"I highly doubt that. The association wouldn't put up such a show over anything, they're known to be straight forward because they have the power."
"Then this is an opportunity! I'm finally going to be recognized. Did you hear them? They said they'd reward me handsomely, and they're even begging me to join them, hahaha," he laughed out loud, the sound grating.
"Wait a minute," the assistant who had been trying to place things, said. She rushed over to her laptop on the breakfast table, operating it.
After some moments, she gasped, drawing the man's attention."I believe they're mistaking you for the one responsible because the days you were away from home align with when the incidents occurred," she explained.
"They must've done a background check on you as well, and they surely think you resigned from your guild and came here to make yourself known since Korea doesn't want to recognize your ability," she added.
The man burst out into another round of laughter, doubling over. "My luck must be good," he said, cackling softly. "So, what's the plan?"
"Well, it's certainly risky—but not beyond reach. You're far from weak, which makes you suitable to work under them. The nation's greatest threat for now has already been dealt with—by someone they believe is you—so for now, your role won't demand anything too grand. Still, it will come with its share of burdens," she reasoned calmly.
"Burdens be damned!" He cussed. "I'll take hold of this opportunity and live my life to the fullest! This is my time," he cackled aloud with finality.
