I returned the crystals to where they belonged and headed to Gwangmyeong City Hall. We received a warm welcome surprisingly. Asura had ruled like a tyrant and the residents now rejoiced. They told me that Asura had led many to their deaths for mana crystals.

Everyone gathered at the abandoned building for a party that night. Gwangmyeong City Hall’s residents brought rice and meat as we sat around a campfire. We happily ate and talked. Of course, I left as soon as I finished since I didn’t feel like I belonged.

“Here, Kim Hajin. Take it.”

Yi Yeonghan handed me a bowl of porridge.

“What’s this?”

“For Yoo Yeonha.”

Yoo Yeonha had yet to completely recover after we lifted the curse. She currently slept in the tent.

“Why are you giving it to me?”

“The others are busy.”

Yi Yeonghan pointed to the campfire at Kim Suho and Chae Nayun talking with Asura’s former subordinates. The topic must’ve been funny since even Shin Jonghak laughed.

“We’ve heard the news. Currently, Seoul is split into several factions. Gangnam is divided between Shin Myungchul and Chae Joochul, while Gangbuk is…”

“How is Shin Myungchul’s reputation?” Shin Jonghak asked.

“He’s a great person who brought peace to the Gwanak region.”

“Haha, I see.” He enjoyed hearing them praise his grandfather.

Chae Nayun also asked, “Then what about Chae Joochul?”

Chae Joochul the Immortal was Chae Nayun’s grandfather and one of the strongest in the world. She received a negative reply contrary to her expectations.

“He’s not trustworthy at all. I stayed in Seoul for a bit, so I know. He’s sly, like a snake. He’ll surely cause something big in the future.”

“…”

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