[There's nothing more for you to gain here, so don't come anymore... And try to save the permits.]

The goddess said enigmatically, and Lee Shin-Woo was chased out of the garden. As expected, Jin seemed to have come back before him, as he was waiting with a sour expression—Lee Shin-Woo could now see past his Steel Heart armor and discern his expression.

"Hey Jin."

"What's up, Shin-Woo."

"Why do I feel even more confused than before I went to clear things up?"

"You shouldn't be asking me. I'm dumb, so don't ask me anything in the future, either."

"It's nice to see you so confident... Hooo."

Meeting the goddess made Lee Shin-Woo realize that he would be the center of the unfolding situation. That was how powerful the ability he'd gained was.

...To be honest, it was really troublesome. He had done his best to roam around the world and figure out the truth, growing step by step while focusing only on ensuring his own safety; he hadn't really planned on becoming the protagonist and going wild on the main stage.

"With great, newly-acquired power came trouble."

"I feel like I've heard that line before..."

Jin tilted his head while Lee Shin-Woo continued to play dumb. And in no time, Kratia...