The expedition members exited the door. As soon as they left, the Narsha Harm disappeared like a mirage. They had successfully accomplished their mission; they obtained toharis, and there were five at that. However, no one was celebrating. Instead, a dark and heavy atmosphere permeated and weighed them down because they had been forced to leave Chi-Hyun behind. The legend’s prestige had great implications for the heroes. He was a kind of symbol, a central point that maintained the balance of humanity.

To make an analogy of a modern time nation, the legend’s disappearance was akin to a nuclear weapon disappearing overnight. Since a weapon that had been deterring other countries’ invasion by sheer power had disappeared, it was impossible for them to not feel anxious. And if they were feeling despondent, what must Chi-Woo be feeling? The man hadn’t spoken a word since getting out of the door. He just stood unmoving and fiddled with the warm beads in his hand. The warmth from the beads made him feel like he could still feel his brother’s hand. He wondered what his brother’s situation was like now. Was he fighting the Sernitas? Rather than fighting, Chi-Woo wanted him to quickly run away…

“Hey~ You’re finally back.” While all kinds of feelings and thoughts passed through his mind, Chi-Woo heard a familiar voice. “Were you guys successful? Judging by your expressions, it didn’t seem like it went well.”

Chi-Woo turned around unconsciously, and his eyes widened. A swashbuckling gait, a dress style perfectly suitable for a vacation—a man that looked like a vagabond was walking towards them with a cheery smile on his face.

“Mr. Ismile?”

“What’s up, it’s been a while~” Ismile raised his hand with a bright expression.

On the other hand,...