Disasters (1)

One of the five disasters that destroyed Chronos, the Disaster of Questions. He was a 'returnee' of Earth transferred back to this world.

「Some people go back in time, others go to another dimension and some are born again. In the end, the way to adapt to destruction varies from person to person.」

'Okay, did you finish your narration? I have to kidnap this disaster now.'

「Is there a problem with your head?」

'How do you know if there isn't a problem with yours? Mr. I-decided-to-spend-thousands-of-years-in-a-train-alone-with-a-grumpy-wall-instead-of-living-happily-together-with-my-friends.

The Oldest Dream couldn't find any words to refute her.

Xin Jian blinked.

'Actually, my first sentence was just baseless bullshit but with the second one I think I even convinced myself. So you weren't sane either, huh?'

「So you admit that you're insane?」

'My sanity is questionable, but only I have the right to question it. Judging people is bad, thank you.'

「That doesn't even make sense.」

'I didn't say it had to make sense.'

"What are you going to do?" The head questioned her.

"I'm going to kidnap the disaster!"

Han Sooyoung's head, who still looked like Kim Dokja, blurted out:

"You're crazy."

"Maybe."

Xin Jian stepped forward and faced the disaster.

"Hello~. I've come to kidnap you."

[Skill 'Imagination' Lv. 1 is activated.]

[This idea is absurd. Reversing the plausibility…]

[This idea now has a high chance of being realized, would you like to proceed? Yes | No.]

'Yes.'

"Huh? Who are you?"

Xin Jian ignored his question.

[2,700 coins have been invested into 'stamina'.]

[Stamina Lv. 1 -> Stamina Lv. 10]

[Your stamina level has increased dramatically!]

[The durability of your body has greatly increased!]

[2,700 coins have been invested into 'strength'.]

[Strength Lv. 1 -> Strength Lv. 10]

[2,700 coins have been invested into 'agility'.]

[Agility Lv. 1 -> Agility Lv. 10]

[2,700 coins have been invested into 'magical power'.]

[Magical Power Lv. 1 -> Magical Power Lv. 10]

She felt the Oldest Dream's gaze on her.

[You have been sponsored 85 000 coins.]

[Stamina Lv. 10 -> Stamina Lv. 50]

[Strength Lv. 10 -> Strength Lv. 50]

[Agility Lv. 10 -> Agility Lv. 50]

[Magical Power Lv. 10 -> Magical Power Lv. 25]

[You have been sponsored 40 000 coins.]

[The constellation 'Secretive Plotter' wonders which constellation is so rich.]

[Some constellations are envious.]

[Physique Lv. 50 -> Physique Lv. 60]

[Agility Lv. 50 -> Agility Lv. 60]

[Magic Power Lv. 25 -> Magic Power Lv. 60]

[39,500 coins have been consumed.]

[All stats have reached the scenario limit.]

Xin Jian opened her arms.

"Myung Ilsang, I have come to welcome you on behalf of planet Earth. Now come with me, we are going to test your strength with a crystal ball then we'll destroy the dungeons appearing all over the planet and you'll be treated as a hero. After all, you are the true protagonist."

「What are you even saying?」

'Isn't that the normal plot of cliche action stories?' She thought.

"Didn't you just say you wanted to kidnap me, though?"

Xin Jian also ignored this question.

She seemed to hear the voice of a dokkaebi babbling in the distance.

[The sub scenario has been updated.]

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[The sub-scenario – SSS-grade Hunt]

Category: Sub

Difficulty: B ~ ???

Clear Conditions: Get rid of the SSS-grade Myung Ilsang.

Time Limit: None.

Compensation: 50,000 coins, ???

Failure:  The fall of Seoul Dome.

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Xin Jian clicked her tongue.

"You should come with me right now, people are going to come hunting you soon. And they are mute."

The last sentence was a lie.

"What do you mean? Why would they be mute? Are there dungeons here?"

'So talkative…'

That's how Xin Jian kidnapped Myung Ilsang.

['Myung Ilsang' has given up fighting.]

That day, the Oldest Dream found a new way to win against the returnee.

After all, 'getting rid' didn't mean they had to kill him.

'Nice. This skill works exactly like a Beyonder item of the Spectator Pathway, I'm satisfied.'

[You have won against a 'returnee' for the first time in the scenario!]

[Contributor: ???]

[You have earned 40,000 coins as an achievement reward.]

'Hmm? This was unexpected. Hey, edit this system window and add my name for the contributor instead of these three interrogation marks, the Star Stream's censure is annoying.'

*The Oldest Dream working overtime.jpg*

[The constellation 'Secretive Plotter' is baffled.]

[The constellation 'Demon-like Judge of Fire' is greatly pleased with your story]

[Someone has recommended your scenario to the Star Stream.]

[25,000 coins have been sponsored.]

'Look, I am rich! And this time it's not from your sponsorship!'

Now, she only had to send this delusional disaster somewhere else and make sure he has fun before running away.

'This plan is perfect!'

「I'm pretty sure I'll have to intervene a few times to clean up your mess now that you jinxed it.」

'Ahem…'

「Your friend has found and befriended young Shin Yoosung.」

'Which friend? Wow, I never thought I'd have to ask this question one day…'

「Cale.」

'Cale, you're the best! Hey, send a system message for me.'

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The crimson-haired teenager received a notification from a constellation who hadn't shown her presence since a while now.

[The constellation 'Believer of Mysteries' asks you to protect incarnation 'Shin Yoosung'.]

Cale looked down at the red-eyed child.

The child looked back at him with innocent eyes, as if asking what the problem was.

"How old are you?"

Shin Yoosung blinked.

"I'm 11 years old."

Cale was reminded of the kids. They could have played with her if they were here. However, they were now dead…

He nodded.

Then, the two crossed paths with Yoo Jonghyuk, Yoo Mia and Jung Heewon.

Yoo Jonghyuk's gaze swept over Shin Yoosung.

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[Name: Shin Yoosung

Age: 11 years old

Constellation Support: None (Two constellations are currently showing interest in this person).

Private Attribute: Beast Tamer (Rare), Reflexive Killer (General).

Exclusive Skills: Taming Lv. 5, Diverse Communication Lv. 7, Agile Feet Lv. 6, Hybridization Lv. 4.

Stigma: None.

Overall Stats: Physique Lv. 12, Strength Lv. 12, Agility Lv. 16, Magic Power Lv. 24.

Overall Evaluation: She has good magic power but her overall abilities are low. She has excellent talent and rare attributes but isn't receiving the attention of constellations due to her fragile nature.]

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Yoo Jonghyuk was faced with a new dilemma.

Should he kill this old companion of Kim Dokja or would he be able to face the Disaster of Floods head on?

Shin Yoosung noticed his gaze and hid behind Cale.

The regressor glanced at Yoo Mia and decided to keep Shin Yoosung by his side for now and kill her if he couldn't convince the Disaster of Floods.

At that moment, Cale had a slightly bad premonition and turned to Yoo Jonghyuk. The latter's gaze was fixed on the child. In his eyes, he could even detect something akin to… killing intent.

Why would the constellation who hadn't spoken for a while suddenly ask him to protect the child he had found?

Or, more precisely… From what should he protect her?

['Premonition' Lv. 2 is activated.]

Cale narrowed his eyes.

[The constellation 'Believer of Mysteries' asks you to protect incarnation 'Shin Yoosung'.]

A few days later, it was finally time for the fifth scenario to begin.

The swirling Great Hall in the sky showed an unusual omen. There was a thunderstorm and the intermittent sound of thunder was heard. Then an intermediate dokkaebi appeared in the air.

[Everyone, you have been waiting a long time.]

The intermediate dokkaebi looked gaunt.

[Did you enjoy the survival activities? The scenario that you have been waiting for will finally begin. There were some disruptions but… yes, well. It will be a fun scenario to look forward to.]

He looked at the incarnations and continued speaking in a disgruntled tone.

[You have stopped four of the five disasters. I fully acknowledge your accomplishments. But do you know? The other four were just child's play compared to the last disaster.]

The faces of the people became tense.

[Depending on the success of this scenario, everything that you have done so far might go away and everything will be over. Frankly, the odds of that happening are over 90%. Fortunately, there are those who commiserate with you.]

Yoo Jonghyuk repeatedly clenched and unclenched the hilt of his sword.

[Then, from now on I will start the second Sponsor Selection.]

In another place, Xin Jian reacted.

'Hey, hey, add me. I also want to participate!'

Cale stared at the scenario.

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[Sponsor Selection]

-Please select your sponsor.

-Your chosen sponsor will be your strong supporter.

1. God of Wine and Ecstasy

2. Abyssal Black Flame Dragon

3. Demon-like Judge of Fire

4. Secretive Plotter

5. Believer in Mysteries

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He had received exactly the same choices as the last time.

[There are three minutes left to complete the Sponsor Selection.]

He deliberated and finally decided to choose one.

He clicked on an option.

[You have chosen your sponsor.]

Xin Jian received a system message and her eyes twinkled.

'Kim Dokja! Look! He chose me, he chose me!'

「…I know.」

The crimson-haired teenager saw another notification.

[The constellation 'Believer in Mysteries' has sponsored you 15 000 coins.]

Cale smiled.

Meanwhile, Zhou Mingrui declined the constellations' offers once again.