Translator’s Rambings:
Hey guys,
unfortunately this chapter couldn’t be double-checked by my friend, who is a senior translator, therefore this chapter may be a little worse than the previous ones.
He is feeling unwell those days so lets all wish him a speedy recovery.
Worse is relative though, I think I got rid of silly mistakes (like ‘teached’ instead of taught *shrugs* I can’t explain it either) or any glaring errors but it is certainly true the changes he did made the chapters flow better. That is the power of experience.
As such, if any of you see a part who seems awkward or wants to suggest some rewording feel free to leave a comment below. This is technically the very first chapter entirely done by me so any feedback is welcome.
As always the chapter is divided in 2 parts.
Thanks for reading!
There’s Only a Paper-thin Difference between Red Ocean and Blue Ocean
(3)In the end, Kang-Joon’s cheeky behaviour was rewarded with a fierce kick in the shin upon arriving at the Knight Temple. And, because of that, Kang-Joon collapsed half-crouching on the floor for about a minute.
“You… Is it right to beat people ignorantly like this?
“Those who doesn’t respect others should, naturally, receive punishment.”
Had she kicked with her all it would have being enough to smash an electric pole to pieces, so it was clear she was looking after him at the time. Seol Yeong thought of how the world knew Paladin Maria and also thought of her hot-tempered personality, unlike her cold image she unexpectedly got to know she possessed a fiery personality.
‘Although I don’t know if that is only in front of Mr. Kang-Joon.’
Despite what it looks at first glance the two were very close.
The Knight Temple was located at Yangpyeong city Yangpyeong town’s Yangkyon village . Even though the location’s modern name disharmony was severe that was indeed the place. The Temple had purchased the place where the church was originally located, expanded it, and created a temple of huge scale at the site. Here there was dorms, educational buildings, gymnasium, including the most advanced strengthening buildings, and, because of the huge upheaval caused by management companies, it was preparing to expand the parking lot in the future.
Seven years ago, thanks to Knight Temple, Yangpyeong was promoted from county to city and developed to a degree incomparable to its past-self. Considered as the Knight’s hometown, Yangpyeong city is now of big enough size to not be inferior to any small or medium-sized city.
As such, the Knight Temple held an important place in Korea.
“There is so many people.”
Due to the completion ceremony, the parking lot was densely packed with cars of family members and of management personnel.
“It’s natural that a lot of families came.”
Commented Maria. While in the Knight Temple one had to live inside an enclosed s.p.a.ce with a fixed diet, scheduled training, and strict education. Naturally going out and visits were rarely approved. The Temple’s training period was 2 years, and during that 2 years, although not completely isolated from the world, those inside lived with a fairly restricted freedom.
Excluding pure Hunters, although Knights, Awakens, and Mutants could be said to be mostly the same, a Knight most important strength was being able to dominate one’s mind before anything else. If the will is shaken their reinforced bodies will lose its hardness, and if those standing at the frontline collapse the whole group will be in danger.
That is why in addition to the different curriculum the Knight Temple also taught how to manage one’s mind. Therefore, almost all contact with the outside was blocked to emphasize the conditions to attain a perfect ‘crystal clear and calm as water’ mindset.
“Shall we go?”
Seol Yeong was in front, Maria and Kang-Joon followed. Maria’s eyes darted left and right with concern while she covered herself with the sungla.s.ses and hat. Kang-Joon watched Maria with a grin.
“You look just like a celebrity right now.”
“Hunter or celebrity, these days the two are about the same.”
They were interlinked through publicity, there was even Hunters who appeared regularly on talent shows. After all, most Hunters didn’t have a sense of duty or anything of the sort, anything was acceptable if they could make money without risking their lives. Just like the athletes of the past were t.i.tled celebrities , Hunters were also considered celebrities and their continuous emergence was a trend.
“Hey, if it is not president Seol. Still beautiful as always!”
Just before they entered the Temple entrance, a man dressed in suit approached and faced Seol Yeong. Seol Yeong outfit was a skinny jeans and sneakers, while Kang-Joon and Maria were dressed comfortably. They would be staying here for a few days so they had brought a lot of clothes to change into.
“h.e.l.lo Mr. Choi Team Leader, I have not seen you in a long time.”
Despite being the oldest in the group Seol Yeong actually seemed the youngest, she looked just like a female college student going out for a stroll. Seol Yeong bowed her head politely. Then she gestured to Kang-Joon.
“Mr. Kang-Joon, this is Blue Order agency’s team leader Choi Jeong-Wun. In the past he was in charge of Hero Management’s third Hunter team.”
That meant he experienced working below Seol Yeong in the past. Whether the leaving process was unpleasant or not, it seemed there was no cracks in Seol Yeong and Choi Jeong-Wun relationship. Kang-Joon extended out his hand and leaned his head slightly.
“h.e.l.lo. I am Choi Kang-Joon, currently learning about management on Hero Management.”
“Ah, nice to meet you. President Seol is an outstanding person so I am sure you will learn many things.”
“Haha… I am already learning.”
“How is he progressing, Ms. President? I suppose he isn’t being modest?”
“No. Our new employee is very hard-working.”
Seol Yeong spoke of how great her new employer, Choi Kang-Joon, was in front of team leader Choi and showered him with enough praises to make Kang-Joon embarra.s.sed. Of course, she didn’t speak of how they handled any detailed issue but, as Seol Yeong spoke, she gazed at Kang-Joon with a special glimmer in her eyes.
“Oh, this is really good to see. I don’t know if we will be able to meet later and continue catching up. If that happens I would like to make you a little request.”