Is This the First Time You’ve Seen a Saint Who’s Also Good at Magic?

Chapter 85




A new week has begun.

Despite it being Monday, the news that captured attention since the weekend continued to draw intense interest from citizens.

[Kim Ji-a Hunter Unofficially Achieves S-rank!]

[Turning the Impossible Possible! Kim Ji-a Hunter’s Endless Challenges and Glory.]

[The Deity of the Hunter Realm, Kim Ji-a! A New Legend Begins with S-rank.]

[Kim Ji-a, Now Korea’s Pride and an Icon in the Global Hunter Community.]

Various news articles and reports kept flooding in about Kim Ji-a Hunter.

The atmosphere in the community was no different.

[Title: Kim Ji-a Hunter is Still Grinding Dungeons in the Provinces]

[ㅇㅇ]

If it were me, I would’ve taken a break right after hitting S-rank. That’s just amazing, lol.

– Truly a goddess.

– Fwoo.

– Damn, it’s you again.

– Sis, I’m dead.

[Title: Kim Ji-a Hunter Still Unaffiliated?]

[ㅇㅇ]

Her asking price is no joke, huh? ;;

– The price is what you’re called, lol.

– Isn’t she practically with the Management Bureau though?

└ Almost accurate.

– She’s not suddenly going abroad or anything, right?

└ No way, Ji-a noona wouldn’t do that.

[Title: I’m Curious How Things Will Go From Here]

[ㅇㅇ]

Is she going to solo high-level dungeons now?

– She’s always solo’d up to B-rank, right?

└ Exactly, lol. It’s just crazy.

└ Yea, lol. She’s a monster.

– No matter what, A-rank and S-rank dungeons are a no-go, right? Lol.

└ That’s true, lol. They say the difficulty just goes up from A-rank dungeons.

└ But it’s a fact that it makes you curious.

└ Can’t disagree with that.

– What if she teams up with that mysterious nun they call unidentifiable? Wouldn’t S-rank be possible then?

└ Even so, S-rank is a stretch.

└ Back then, in that double dungeon, there were four S-ranks and we struggled, remember? lol.

└ Just saying, it’s exciting… don’t suddenly get your hopes up.

└ Hahaha.

└ Hahaha.

Korea was in a festive mood.

Moreover, the ripple effect of Ji-a achieving S-rank didn’t stop there.

News quickly spread overseas.

In an office building somewhere in the United States.

A typical Western man with dark brown hair, pale skin, and hazy eyes sat in a chair.

He was conversing with a lanky man across from him.

“…I’d like you to go to Korea this time.”

“Hmm, is that in Korean?”

The lanky man, Jason, lightly brushed his short beard with his fingertips.

He was an S-rank hunter, while the other man was a B-rank hunter.

However, he couldn’t dismiss the request.

The opponent wasn’t just an ordinary B-rank hunter.

He was the only returner in the world, who had created groundbreaking inventions related to hunters.

Since no one could replace him, he was an important figure, and Jason had received much help from him.

“Evan, if it’s your request, I’ll have to oblige. What’s the reason? Is it because of the new S-rank hunter?”

“I’m interested, but it’s a bit different. I’m trying to find someone who’s hiding. I can’t shake the feeling.”

“A hidden person, you say?”

“Yes, I’ll set up a method quickly. So please clear your schedule.”

“Got it.”

Jason nodded lightly.

He roughly understood why Evan had called him.

He was probably selected because he had confidence in his skills and was fluent in Korean.

‘…This piques my curiosity.’

Evan, someone who is busier than anyone, is concerned enough about this person.

Clearly, they weren’t an ordinary individual.

Intrigued, Jason displayed a relaxed smile.

Afterward, the two men shared details about their target and what needed to be done.

* * *

Around lunch time, I had a simple meal with Si-yoon at home.

Today coincided with the Academy lecture and the festival.

The atmosphere was bound to be chaotic, so I considered finishing the lecture lightly, depending on the students’ situation.

Then I’d casually pass the time in the professor’s office until evening.

I wanted to take in the festive mood too.

If there happen to be good spots in the night market, I wouldn’t mind enjoying it myself.

“Hmm…”

“…Is that really that great?”

“Of course!”

After answering my younger sister energetically, I grabbed my smartphone again.

As I fiddled with the keychain I attached to one side, laughter escaped me.

Finally, I had gathered all the Momo bean goods in different varieties.

…I didn’t expect to collect them this way, but well, I have them all now.

It did feel a bit like I had used a cheat code, though?

But who cares? I’ll think of it as “good is good.”

“Hey Si-yoon, aren’t you thinking about making new goods?”

“Are you talking about the handmade stuff from last time?”

“Um, no? If you make it, that makes it official.”

“Uh… yeah? I guess?”

“I’ll support you directly with no commission! Let’s make various things!”

As I clenched my fist and shouted, Si-yoon awkwardly scratched her cheek.

“Uh, if you make a list of things you want, I’ll see what I can do…?”

“A calendar, post-its, an acrylic stand, and a tumbler.”

I replied instantly.

I had already thought it through, so there was no hesitation.

“I really want the tumbler the most.”

“Ah, got it.”

Maybe she sensed my sincerity, as Si-yoon’s eyes widened.

After a moment, as if a fun idea had popped into her head, she spoke with a playful expression.

“Lately, viewers have been searching for you, sis. How about making an appearance?”

“…Do I have to?”

Watching is completely different from participating.

I’m content with just enjoying the show.

“Hmm…, I’ve helped you a bit, but that’s kind of cheap.”

“Ch-cheap, huh…”

“Well, that could be the case! Yeah, sure.”

“…I’ll think about it.”

“That’s the classic refusal line.”

“…”

…Is it just me, or does she know me a bit too well?

It feels like a game with a predetermined loss has started, but maybe that’s just my imagination.

There’s no way she would actually want a normal person to appear on the show.

Me appearing wouldn’t make the show particularly more interesting.

Anyway, for now, I need to choose the best option among the choices available.

“…Ah! It’s time to get to work! I’ll be going now!”

“Wow, escaping in broad daylight, huh?”

Ignoring Si-yoon, who’s mumbling in disbelief, I stood up.

I quickly gathered my things and stood at the front door.

Oh, one more thing to say.

“Momo! Let’s crush the broadcast!”

“Ugh… ugh….”

A perfectly punchy response came back.

Hehe, I can’t be the only one suffering here.

* * *

When I arrived at the Academy, the buoyant atmosphere was palpable.

People were busily moving about, preparing booths and performances.

The same chaotic situation continued when I began the lecture.

Everyone seemed to be distracted by the festival, unable to hide their excited expressions.

“Let’s quickly cover the material and finish today’s lecture? It looks like everyone wants that.”

“Yeaah!”

“Sounds good!”

Their reactions were as expected.

No negative responses were visible among the students.

After all, this was simple theoretical content, and I had repeated similar content enough that it had begun to overlap.

It should be fine to do this just once.

Plus, next week, even if I didn’t want to focus, I’d have to.

The audiovisual materials for the VR device were almost all complete.

“Well, let’s skip break time and go straight through to the 6th period.”

“Yes!”

“Understood!”

With the students agreeing, I spoke faster than usual and proceeded with the lecture.

When I wrapped up the lecture earlier than normal, I expected students to spill out in droves.

“…?”

To my surprise, a good number of students remained seated, glaring intensely at me.

Thanks to that, my footsteps toward the door naturally halted.

“Um? Any questions?”

“Professor! What’s your relation with Kim Ji-a Hunter?”

“How did you two meet?”

“Aha.”

So they were more curious about that rather than the lecture content.

I chuckled lightly and replied.

“I’ve known her since before she awakened.”

“Ooooh!”

“Next question?”

“Me! Me! Professor, do you meet Kim Ji-a Hunter often?”

A torrent of eager questions poured from the students.

Their enthusiasm was more intense than during the lecture.

Just having Ji-a’s name under my networking section seemed to draw this much interest.

It felt like I had transformed from a fox to a tiger wielding its might.

…This might not be too bad.

“Alright, that’s enough for questions! Thank you all for attending today’s lecture. Enjoy the festival!”

“Yes!”

“You too, Professor!”

I exchanged farewells with the students, who looked disappointed.

They all had expressions indicating they wanted more, but it couldn’t be helped.

If I took more questions, it would delve into too personal territory.

After exiting the lecture hall, I headed straight to my office.

The models I had diligently created greeted me warmly.

Each one of them was so unique they painted a strangely amusing scene.

Anyone seeing them for the first time might be taken aback?

But really, hardly anyone visits, so it’s not surprising.

Even I don’t come here often.

“Let’s see…”

I pulled my laptop out from my bag.

Immediately, I searched for the lineup of the academy festival online.

“Hm….”

There was a list of various names, including non-hunter celebrities and singers.

As expected of the academy, there was a talk show featuring high-rank hunters lined up.

I checked the names of the hunters they’d invited…

“…Ye Do-hyeong?”

Why are you showing up here?

Aren’t S-rank hunters supposed to be busy?


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