Shin Jonghak looked at Shin Myungchul in his consciousness. The time around them seemed to slow. Shin Jonghak controlled this space, so time actually did slow in reality.

Shin Myungchul straightened up and Shin Jonghak stiffened. He missed his grandfather so much. The man who guided his life… His hero stood in front of him, but Shin Jonghak couldn’t move or speak. He could only watch Shin Myungchul as if this mirage might disappear at any moment.

— It’s been a while.

Shin Myungchul spoke in the same old voice he missed so much. Shin Jonghak stood in a daze like a statue. The grandfather patted his grandson on the shoulder and continued.

— Jonghak, I have a lot to say. First, let me apologize. I’m sorry for being a horrible grandfather.

Shin Jonghak looked him in the eyes. He used to only look up at his grandfather, but now they stood at the same height. Shin Myungchul seemed old, but still graceful and strong at heart. His grandfather continued with a kind smile.

— And… ah, I’m afraid I’m not...