Chapter 100

I Am Not a Reincarnator Chapter 100

The Trickster's Victory (2)

-How many victims... have there been?

Through the bead, the sorrowful expression on Cheon Woo-sung's face was visible.

Oh Jin, who had taken the form of Park Geon-woo, replied in a low, grave voice.

"There hasn't been an exact tally yet... but there are at least several hundred victims."

-...Several hundred, victims.

Cheon Woo-sung bit his lip.

-I knew it would be bad... but hearing it directly like this feels like my heart is being torn apart.

Tears streamed down his cheeks.

The distorted expression conveyed a deep sense of sorrow.

'Damn it.'

Oh Jin glared coldly at the weeping Cheon Woo-sung.

After killing them with his own hands, he's now shedding tears as if he's a victim.

"The sacrifices for a better future."

-I know... that.

Cheon Woo-sung wiped the tears from his eyes and lifted his head.

-There was also a report that the Black Lion and Reorang were heading that way. How did that turn out?

"The bastards were preoccupied with dealing with the demons."

-Hmm.

A satisfied smile.

-I understand. Then, return carefully without being detected. Have you destroyed the evidence?

"Of course."

He nodded and smirked.

"The bastards don't even know what's happening right now."

-Hahaha. I believed you could handle it, Mr. Geon-woo.

"Then, I'll return immediately... Gah!"

Bang!!!

A sudden explosion shook the surroundings.

"Damn it!"

Park Geon-woo looked pale, staring at something.

Since only his face was visible through the communication bead, it was unclear what had startled him.

-What happened?

Cheon Woo-jin asked in a stiff voice.

"...The situation has become complicated."

-Complicated?

"The Hound is heading this way."

Choi Woo-jin, the Hound.

An 8-star Awakened of the Hunting Dog constellation, a special agent of the Association with specialized tracking and search abilities.

Special agents are essentially direct subordinates of the Association President.

If he catches them, it will significantly impact this plan.

-Get out of there quickly!

Realizing the severity of the situation, Cheon Woo-sung shouted urgently.

"I, I understand... Gah!!!"

Bang!!! Bang!!

Another explosion echoed.

-How did you get caught...?

"I'll get out of here and contact you later!!"

Beep.

He cut off the communication in a hurry.

"Alright then."

The loud explosion suddenly stopped.

Park Geon-woo's face melted and returned to Oh Jin's form.

"Now that the Hound is chasing Park Geon-woo, Cheon Woo-sung can't move."

'If Park Geon-woo exposes information about me, all the plans I've meticulously laid out will be ruined.'

He's probably frantically thinking of a way out right now.

"Ha ha ha!"

Oh Jin laughed, his shoulders shaking.

"Try to think hard."

He laughed bitterly and looked down at Park Geon-woo's corpse.

"Ugh."

Whoosh!

He used lightning to start a fire and threw Park Geon-woo's body into the flames.

After thoroughly incinerating the body to white ash,

"Shall we move on to the next plan?"

He hummed a tune and spun the black wine glass in his hand.

* * *

After dealing with all the demons that had attacked Guro-dong,

Oh Jin went to see Han Bu-jang.

"Phew. It seems all the demons have been taken care of."

Han Bu-jang sighed deeply, touching his short hair.

He rolled up his shirt sleeve, soaked in demon blood, and applied a potion to his wound.

"Although many victims were affected... thanks to your quick response, Mr. Oh Jin, the damage was minimized."

Han Bu-jang bowed to Oh Jin.

Oh Jin shook his head and waved his hand.

"I just happened to be nearby, that's all."

"Still, it's a great feat to fight such a large number of demons without backing down."

As he said, there aren't many Awakened who would fight alone against thousands of demons.

'Actually, I planned to leave halfway through.'

Oh Jin chuckled.

'Well, if they misunderstand and think I'm a hero, it's even better.'

The title of 'hero' is always a convenient one to use.

"By the way... didn't the demons' movements seem a bit strange?"

Han Bu-jang frowned.

"They moved quite systematically for mindless demons... and they suddenly stopped halfway through."

Indeed.

Our Bu-jang must have noticed as well.

"I was going to talk to you about that."

Oh Jin continued with a stiff expression.

"What...?"

"Let's not talk about it here. Can I meet the Association President directly?"

"The Association President?"

"Yes."

Han Tae-ho, the Association President.

Although Oh Jin had never met him, he had heard from Han Bu-jang that he was quite capable.

'This matter requires the Association President to take action.'

Only then can Cheon Woo-sung's plan be thoroughly thwarted.

"I understand. I'll arrange a meeting for you."

"Thank you."

After planning to meet the Association President,

Oh Jin turned and arrived at the battle site where the intense fight with the demons had taken place.

"Oh Jin!"

Haeun rushed over, seeing him.

Her fiery red hair swayed.

The area around her was filled with the charred corpses of demons.

'How many were there?'

At least a thousand demons had been burned to death by her flames.

Even considering that the demons stopped moving halfway through, it was an enormous number.

'My sister fought hard.'

Oh Jin smiled, looking at the soot on her cheeks.

He reached out and wiped the soot from her cheek, asking,

"Are you hurt anywhere?"

"Not really... but..."

"Your eyes?"

"Oh, this?"

Haeun touched her left eye.

The grotesque, root-like veins around her eye were unusually thick.

'Is this a side effect of using Dragon Eye?'

Oh Jin frowned.

"It hurts a bit, but I'm fine..."

"Come here."

"...Huh? Ah!"

He pulled her arm and pressed his body against hers.

He held her cheeks with both hands and leaned in to examine her left eye.

"Oh, Oh Jin?"

Her trembling breath tickled his cheek.

"Y-You're too close."

"Stay still."

"Ugh."

He held her more firmly as she tried to pull away, gently stroking her left eye.

'Her mana is slightly unstable.'

This was evidence that she had used a lot of power in this battle.

"Still, it doesn't seem to be a major issue. You'll be fine after resting."

Oh Jin took out a blindfold and put it back on her eye.

"Damn brat. Are you that worried about me?"

Haeun poked his side, blushing.

"Of course. Who else would I worry about besides you?"

"K-Keh! This guy is saying embarrassing things so casually."

Despite her grumbling, the corners of her mouth were curling up.

"But where are Vega and Reia? I haven't seen them since halfway through."

"They probably returned to the Sanctuary."

Both of them had contributed to chasing Park Geon-woo despite the constraints of the Law, so they were likely reverse-summoned to the Sanctuary.

"...Is that so?"

Haeun narrowed her eyes.

"Hmm. That's right."

She looked around.

"Ah, my legs are weak."

She started to wobble in a clumsy act.

"...What are you doing?"

"I suddenly feel weak in my legs. Maybe it's because I only have one leg?"

This sister is overusing her cheats again.

Even if I know it's an act, there's nothing I can do.

"I can't walk... Is there anyone to help me?"

Haeun looked at Oh Jin with sparkling eyes.

He chuckled.

"Need help walking?"

"Not necessarily. It would be nice if you could, though."

"Here."

Oh Jin extended his arm to her.

Haeun moved closer and grabbed his arm tightly.

Warmth.

The soft elasticity stimulated his arm.

"Hehe."

Haeun leaned her head on Oh Jin's shoulder and smiled sweetly.

"Come on! Escort me to the car!"

"Can I just support you?"

"Huh? What are you saying?"

"You said your legs are weak, so just supporting you isn't enough."

He smiled and, with his other arm, lifted her leg.

"Kyaa?!"

The classic princess carry.

Although Haeun's height made it less elegant,

It doesn't matter since no one else is around to see.

"Oh, Oh Jin!"

Despite her embarrassment, she glared at him.

"You didn't even ask me... this guy."

"Want me to put you down?"

"...I did act, but my legs are really hurting this time, so I'll forgive you."

She turned her head.

The corners of her mouth were curling up below her flushed cheeks.

"Ha ha ha! Anyway, you're so cute."

"Cute, am I?"

"Let's go back."

As he carried her towards the car,

"...Mr. Oh Jin?"

Lee Woo-hyuk appeared.

"Kyaaaaa!"

Haeun let out an incomprehensible scream and quickly got out of Oh Jin's arms.

She hid behind Oh Jin, seemingly overwhelmed by embarrassment.

Of course, given her model-like height, she wasn't completely hidden.

"Um... Did I interrupt something?"

"Hehe. No, it's fine."

Oh Jin shook his head and approached Lee Woo-hyuk.

"Thank you for your help this time."

"It was just my duty."

Lee Woo-hyuk shook Oh Jin's extended hand and spoke.

"By the way."

The fierce eyes of a wild beast.

"It seems the Black Lion Gang is involved in this matter."

"..."

Oh Jin stared intently at Lee Woo-hyuk, quickly calculating in his mind.

'If I bring Lee Woo-hyuk in, the plan will be much easier.'

With the calculation complete, there was no reason to hesitate.

"I was going to talk to you about that."

"...What did you find out?"

"Yes."

Oh Jin nodded with a serious expression.

"What...?"

"I've arranged to meet the Association President soon. I'll explain everything then. Can you come with me, Mr. Woo-hyuk?"

"Of course."

Bringing in the Black Lion was not difficult.

"I'll contact you later."

"Sure."

Oh Jin walked past Lee Woo-hyuk.

'The Association President, Lee Woo-hyuk, and the wine glass.'

All the pieces to catch Cheon Woo-sung are in place.

'Now, it's just a matter of teaching that arrogant brat a lesson.'

A bitter smile formed on Oh Jin's lips.