Chapter 6
A goblin charged at me from the front.
It swung its wooden club vertically, aiming straight down.
I easily dodged to the side and grabbed its nape.
“Keurk?!”
I twisted my body and threw it straight into the cluster of goblins near my teammates.
A pure display of physical strength, enhanced by holy power.
I overlapped buff magic to increase my efficiency further.
This attack was the result of combining the talent of the body’s original owner, mixed with mine, and my newly developed abilities after becoming a Saintess.
I had tirelessly trained to merge the two into the most efficient combination.
It was an attack brimming with such effort.
Even though I controlled my strength, it was enough.
The goblin was helplessly thrown and crashed into the other goblins.
Thud, thud, thud!
Like bowling pins being struck by a ball, several goblins were swept away.
The bewildered gazes of the remaining goblins turned toward me.
“Come at me.”
“Kieeek!”
I lightly taunted them, beckoning with my finger, and turned back to face the front.
Multiple goblins approached me by then.
One after another, they unleashed their attacks.
Ordinary goblins have small builds.
That means their attack range is short.
Moreover, they only know how to strike in straight lines.
With the minimum amount of movement, I evaded their clubs.
You can’t move forward just by dodging.
As a counterattack, I quickly spun around and delivered a swift kick.
Two goblins that had been charging at me were struck and sent flying back.
Several more goblins, caught up in the aftermath, stumbled and fell.
Then, I used the momentum from my spin.
Using the forefoot that landed from the spin as a pivot, I used the inertia to turn my body at high speed.
I powerfully thrust my rear leg forward.
Whoosh! Bam!
The kick, infused with considerable strength, created a straight path in front of me.
Moving through that path, I immediately used a spell.
The goblins I taunted earlier attacked from behind.
But they were bounced away by an invisible wall.
Mana Shield.
A basic defensive spell, among the most basic.
Ignoring what was behind me, I moved forward.
Dodge, counterattack, advance.
There was nothing flashy about it.
It was just a simple repetition of the basics.
If you’ve fought countless battles, risking your life against monsters,
It’s something that you end up learning whether you want to or not.
This much would make me look like a reasonably talented E-rank Hunter, right?
Even a C-rank Hunter should be able to do this much.
* * *
“Huff, huff…”
The last remaining goblin around fell to the ground.
The leader wiped the sweat dripping from his forehead.
The human totem had already been knocked out and was unconscious.
Han-gyeol was a bit further away, finishing off the remaining goblins.
The leader looked toward where Si-hyun was fighting.
Just a moment ago, his heart nearly stopped in shock.
She seemed so fragile and delicate.
Yet she picked up a goblin and started toying with them single-handedly.
Thanks to that, most of the aggro was drawn to her.
If she hadn’t done that, the human totem would have lost their life, not just been knocked out.
Both he and Han-gyeol were worn out at that point.
“It’s unbelievable.”
“…Indeed.”
Han-gyeol, who had cleared up the rest of the goblins, approached and spoke.
The leader nodded in agreement.
“There’s no need… to help her, right?”
“We might just get in her way.”
Bam—!
Thud, thump!
Another group of goblins was sent flying.
“That’s what talent is, right? I’m speechless watching her.”
“If she had awakened earlier, she might already have been a high-ranking Hunter.”
The two exchanged dazed conversations.
And then—
Kraaang——!
A massive roar echoed.
The ground slightly trembled.
The transparent wall that had previously bounced off the human totem shattered, and the magic circle at the centre disappeared.
The goblins that had been charging at Si-hyun began to blur and then vanished one by one.
The two men finally realized the gimmick.
“Ah…! The key wasn’t to kill all the goblins; it was to break the wall!”
“To face dozens of goblins alone and figure out the gimmick… It’s clear she’s on a different level.”
“Exactly! Si-hyun, you’re really amazing. The more I see, the more impressed I am.”
At this moment, the two men’s thoughts were perfectly aligned.
They gazed at Si-hyun with eyes full of admiration and respect.
Si-hyun opened the chest.
The leader watched absentmindedly and thought.
Forget C-rank—among the B-rank Hunters I’ve seen before,
I’ve never seen a Hunter fight with such clean movements as Si-hyun.
Of course, B-rank Hunters still surpassed her in destructive power and flashy techniques.
But if it’s her, she could catch up to them in no time.
In the future, she might even reach A-rank, or perhaps…
She could be one of the few in Korea to be called a Hero and claim an S-rank position.
All day, the leader had been ogling Si-hyun with lustful eyes, but…
The emotions he had before were long gone.
He simply gazed at Si-hyun with admiration.
Not only did she have a beautiful and delicate appearance, but she was also remarkably skilled.
The leader was certain that anyone who had witnessed today’s battle would feel the same way he did.
Si-hyun, holding a large mana stone that she took out of the chest, returned to the group.
She looked as calm as when they had first met, before entering the dungeon.
She didn’t appear tired or worn out at all.
If anything, she seemed indifferent, as if she had just done what she was supposed to do.
The leader thought she looked like a noble saintess.
“How do we divide this?”
Si-hyun extended the mana stone resting in her palm toward the men.
The leader stared at the item for a moment.
“I think you should keep it, Si-hyun.”
“Uh, is that okay?”
Si-hyun blinked her eyes wide and asked back.
Her cute reaction made the leader smile as he replied.
“Haha, we wouldn’t have obtained it in the first place if it weren’t for you. What do you think, Han-gyeol?”
“Yeah, I agree. Honestly, clearing that room was basically all Si-hyun’s doing, wasn’t it?”
“But still…”
Si-hyun glanced at the unconscious human totem lying on the ground.
T/n: Human Totem: A slang term used to describe a hunter who has become useless in battle and is just standing as a placeholder.
The leader shrugged his shoulders and said:
“What does a knocked-out person know? We can just brush it off casually.”
“…Ah.”
Only then did Si-hyun nod her head.
She held the mana stone with both hands and hugged it close to her chest.
Her cheeks turned a light shade of red.
Seeing this, both men couldn’t help but smile broadly.
It was then.
Whoosh—
The light that had been illuminating the cave went out.
Because the human totem was unconscious, the skill could no longer be maintained.
“Ah, geez. Hold on a moment, I’ll take out a torch.”
Han-gyeol hurriedly opened his status window.
But Si-hyun acted quicker.
Above their heads, a faintly glowing orb appeared.
“Huh?”
“Eh?”
The sudden light source made the men look at Si-hyun in surprise.
“Shall we wrap up the dungeon and head back?”
“……”
“……”
What exactly is the Holy Knight class…?
T/n: Holy Knight Class can Also be Called as Paladin.
At that moment, it was the common question that both men shared.
* * *
After clearing the dungeon and stepping outside.
The leader looked at the still dazed human totem he had been carrying on his back.
They had been lugging her around in a hurry, but now the day’s activities were over.
It was time to disband the temporary party.
Si-hyun, sensing what the leader was thinking, quietly used her holy power.
Rather than wasting time on unnecessary matters, she wanted to end things quickly and go back.
Thanks to the healing power, the woman finally came to her senses.
“Huh…?”
“Ah, thank goodness. You’re awake.”
The leader let out a sigh of relief.
Of course, he would have taken her to a hospital out of common decency.
But it would have been bothersome nonetheless.
“Let’s settle our accounts.”
“Um, what about the secret room…?”
When the woman asked, the men brushed off the details.
They said that although they cleared the dungeon, they didn’t get any special rewards.
The woman looked puzzled but didn’t say much.
After all, it was her first time encountering a rare dungeon with unique gimmicks as well.
Her face brightened as she saw the profits from clearing the D-rank dungeon.
Naturally, any thoughts about the secret room were pushed to the back of her mind.
“Wow, as expected of a D-rank dungeon handled by full-fledged hunters! The profits are on a whole different level!”
The mana stones obtained from defeating goblins and orcs.
Their total worth was close to 250,000 won.
Seeing her astonishment, the leader gave a wry smile and said:
“The danger also increases proportionately. It’s essentially hazard pay.”
“Yeah, I suppose that’s true.”
While the two were chatting.
Han-gyeol discreetly approached Si-hyun and spoke.
“Si… Si-hyun.”
“…Yes?”
“What do you plan to do with what you got today?”
“…Hmm.”
Si-hyun blinked, having not really given it much thought.
She had planned to sell it at the mana stone market later.
Was there a better use for it?
“Um, remember how I mentioned that my guild master specializes in production?”
“Oh, yes, you did.”
“Well, if you’re interested, please feel free to drop by.”
With trembling hands, Han-gyeol handed over his business card.
When Si-hyun accepted it, he silently shouted ‘Yes! Nice!’ inside.
It would be a shame if she didn’t come by, but if she did, it would be beneficial for both himself and the guild.
It was then.
The leader walked over to the two and opened his mouth to speak.
“Si-hyun, would you like to—”
“It’s all done, right? I’m leaving now.”
“…Good work today.”
Si-hyun coolly turned and left.
Han-gyeol glanced at the leader and let out a small laugh before leaving as well.
The human totem lady also left the scene.
She didn’t realize that her share of the settlement was suspiciously low due to the leader’s manipulation.
Left alone, the leader stood still, blankly staring in the direction where Si-hyun disappeared, lost in thought.
From today onwards, my ideal type is—
A long silver-haired, cool, flawless beauty.
* * *
As the sun began to set, the surroundings grew dim.
Han-gyeol, who returned to the guild building, immediately went to find the master.
“Master!”
“Han-gyeol? You’re late today.”
A woman sitting at her desk, looking over documents, lifted her head.
Her short hair, reaching just to her shoulders, swayed lightly.
“I was feeling pretty good today, so I cleared two E-rank dungeons and one D-rank dungeon.”
“What? Three times? It’s good to work hard, but don’t overdo it.”
“Haha, there’s a reason.”
The master, Da-young, tilted her head in curiosity.
Despite saying he cleared dungeons three times, Han-gyeol seemed to be in good condition.
He looked even more energetic now than he did in the morning.
“We found a secret room in the D-rank dungeon today.”
“Oh! Did you get something good?”
“Well, I gave up the rewards.”
“…What? That’s just wasted effort, then.”
Han-gyeol let out an awkward laugh.
But once he tells his story, the master will definitely be surprised.
Without pausing for a breath, Han-gyeol began speaking rapidly.
“I met a newly awakened E-rank hunter today. Wow, she has such amazing talent! I’d believe it if someone told me she was already a D-rank hunter.”
“Really? Well, that happens sometimes.”
“She said her class is a Holy Knight, but she fights like a martial artist and seems to have Magic skills too.”
“…? That’s unusual.”
The class of Holy Knight was certainly something she hadn’t heard of before.
Then again, how could anyone keep track of the number of classes among awakened hunters?
Da-young didn’t take much interest.
Han-gyeol frowned at her lack of reaction.
How could he convey the amazement he felt today?
“…Ah, seriously! I’m telling you, she was truly incredible! I couldn’t get her number, but I did give her my business card. If she reaches out, please treat her well. She’s a real talent.”
“Hmm, is she pretty?”
“Yes. …Why do you ask?”
“Because you’re acting like a horny dog.”
“……”
“Haha, just kidding! Just kidding!”
Da-young burst out laughing at Han-gyeol’s overly earnest response.
Whoever she is, she’s clearly captured this naive young man’s heart.
A talent, huh? That wouldn’t be bad.
Even if she doesn’t join the guild, she’d be a good partner to have in business.
And since Han-gyeol recommends her so strongly, she must be trustworthy.
With a faint smile, Da-young hoped that she would reach out.
* * *
Meanwhile, Si-hyun had messaged her sister, saying she’d be home soon, and then returned straight to the house.
After entering the door code and stepping inside, her sister, who was sitting in the living room watching TV, looked up.
“Tada!”
She proudly showed off the large mana stone she’d obtained today.
Hehe, she let out a small laugh, smiling bashfully.
For a moment, Si-yoon thought her sister’s boastful expression was just too adorable.
Isn’t she too cute? It’s dangerous for the heart.
“This is worth a lot! I haven’t cashed it in yet, but let’s order something delicious for dinner!”
“That’s a mana stone, right? It’s my first time seeing one!”
Because they had been keeping in touch through messages, Si-yoon immediately recognized it as a mana stone.
She took the stone Si-hyun handed her and examined it from every angle.
“It’s really pretty. How is it made?”
“Mana is… oh.”
Si-hyun, who was about to explain it according to the other world’s standards, closed her mouth.
The principles might be different for dungeons on Earth.
She smoothly shifted the topic.
“Do you like it? Do you want to keep it?”
“Huh, no, it’s fine! You said it’s expensive, right? You should use it.”
“I can always get more.”
“It’s pretty, but I have no use for it. More importantly, let’s order some food! You’re treating me, right?”
“Of course!”
At Si-yoon’s words, Si-hyun nodded enthusiastically.
She felt hungry after all that physical activity.
Even without the secret room’s rewards, the pure profit from the D-rank dungeon was close to 500,000 won.
It was time to fully enjoy themselves and take a break.
The two of them browsed the delivery app on Si-yoon’s phone.
Si-yoon would ask, “How about this one?” and Si-hyun would reply, “Sounds good.”
Si-yoon hoped her sister would pick something she liked, but the response she got was:
“I don’t really know much about food these days.”
Is that so? Something feels off.
Though she had a strange feeling, she let it go and ordered a dish she thought wouldn’t exist in another world.
She planned to make Korean food for her sister later.
“Oh, right, Si-yoon. I have a question.”
“Yeah?”
Si-hyun handed her phone to her sister.
The screen displayed the TriTube app.
“I was browsing the internet and got curious about what VTubers are. But whenever I click on one, it keeps showing me more of these. Why is that?”
“Oh, that’s because of the algorithm. It’s showing you recommended videos.”
“Ah, I see.”
Si-hyun nodded, then clicked on a video and put one earbud in.
It was a VTuber’s video.
Seeing that, Si-yoon broke into a sweat.
“…Is it fun?”
“Yeah. I used to read a lot of comics and novels, and I played games a lot too, right? This kind of thing isn’t bad either.”
“I see… How about taking it easy tomorrow and reading a novel or something?”
“Should I? What’s popular these days?”
Since she had been in a world with almost no entertainment, everything must seem fun to her now.
Si-yoon naturally tried to steer her sister’s interest from VTubers to novels.
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