Chapter 43
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Chapter 43
043 – Collapse
Before the regression, Myung-jun who reached Rank 12 before Hee-cheol gave up the fight. illustrating the stark difference in power between combat and production classes. Production classes have to rely solely on the performance of their equipment, whereas combat classes can also utilize their unique abilities in battle.
However, now that he has returned to the past through regression, he has acquired a unique class called ‘Mechanic.’ Having gauged his strength by clearing Rank 3 gate through Overrun, Myung-jun believes he has a good chance of winning against Hee-cheol at the current time.
If Hee-cheol can deploy an armed doll with almost no penalty, Myung-jun can freely summon various types of turrets he has developed in advance.
Ultimately, Myung-jun’s concern was not whether he would win or lose the fight, but whether it was wise to reveal his abilities in this place.
After much consideration, he concluded that supporting the U.S. troops deployed at the scene was the right decision.
“Major Holmes, is it possible to ensure the safety of our group with just the U.S. troops currently here?”
“I can’t be sure since I haven’t fought with an awakener before, but it will probably be difficult. However, don’t worry. We will somehow transport you safely to the U.S. military base in Pyeongtaek, even if we have to risk our lives.”
“Do you know why the U.S. government has ordered to secure me? What’s the reason?”
Holmes shook his head at Myung-jun’s question.
“I don’t know. I’ve only received orders to ensure the safety of your group at all costs.”
“Then let me show you the ability that the U.S. government so desperately wants to secure, even at the risk of damaging relations with its allies.”
Myung-jun slowly raised his hand and aimed at the direction where Hee-cheol had summoned dolls. He then muttered in a calm voice.
“Summon Mk 13 – [Karma], the fixed combat equipment for suppressing awakeners.”
At that moment, more light clusters than the number Hee-cheol had summoned appeared with a tremendous mechanical noise. Steel turrets, 2 meters high with 4 large barrels, began to appear and aim at the EDA members and Hee-cheol’s dolls, exuding an intimidating presence.
– Whirrr –
– Clink, clink, clink –
As the sound of loading for immediate firing was heard, Hee-cheol and the EDA members took defensive postures with shocked expressions. Seeing this, the previously speechless Holmes urgently stopped Myung-jun.
“Wait a moment!”
“What’s the matter?”
“Thank you for the support, but if we engage with such equipment, even the U.S. troops here will be annihilated! Besides, isn’t there a risk that your allies will get hurt?”
It was a reasonable question, but Myung-jun shook his head with a smile.
“The turret I just summoned, [Karma], was specially developed with awakeners and monsters in mind. It uses specialized ramjet bullets that are several times faster than conventional ones and attacks targets at eight times the speed of sound. However, the bullets can only damage awakeners and monsters. If an ordinary person is hit, they would only get a slight bruise.”
“Is that even physically possible?”
“It is. That’s what my special ability allows.”
Hee-cheol, who had also heard Myung-jun’s words, had no choice but to think quickly amidst his confusion.
‘If what he says is true, then even with my puppet and the team members I brought, it would be hard to take on Myung-jun alone. How did he get so strong in such a short period of time? Is there a higher-level job that’s stronger than a unique class?’
What Hee-cheol didn’t know was that most of the turrets Myung-jun summoned were a kind of ‘decoy turrets’.
This was something Myung-jun had separately requested when Soo-jeong was developing the special turret [karma].
Soo-jeong thought about the time when she was developing Karma, looking at the turrets that filled the room.
“A decoy turret?”
“That’s enough.”
Hee-cheol then recalled all the dolls he had summoned. Simultaneously, the EDA agents who had been in combat stance began to disarm as well.
“We’ll concede this time. However, as the head of an allied special agency, I have a request for both the U.S. government and Mr. Myung-jun.”
Holmes, who had been silently sighing in relief, was startled as Hee-cheol addressed him.
“What is it? If it’s something I can do, I’ll listen.”
“We understand that according to the new asset law enacted in the United States, Mr. Myung-jun has become a U.S. citizen. However, he has not yet renounced his South Korean citizenship. To be precise, he is currently in an ambiguous dual citizenship status.”
“Do you think he will renounce his South Korean citizenship once the formalities are complete?”
“I can’t say for sure. So, I have one request. This is also a request for Mr. Myung-jun.”
“What is the request?”
As Myung-jun spoke, Hee-cheol bowed 90 degrees in apology.
“I sincerely apologize for my earlier rudeness. Even if it was for national security and prosperity, handling the situation through coercion was my mistake. That action was not representative of the official stance of the South Korean government. Please set aside your anger and grant me just one request.”
“You switch tactics quickly. So if you can’t win by force, you’re trying persuasion now?”
Myung-jun sneered, but Hee-cheol was unfazed.
If anything, Hee-cheol seemed even more humble than before, trying to convince Myung-jun.
“You can criticize me all you want. If necessary, you can ask me to resign, or even hit me until you feel better. However, for your sake, I think it’s a bad decision to leave your birthplace for the U.S. just like that.”
“But if I stay here, I will constantly be pressured by the South Korean government. My work will also be greatly interrupted.”
“The U.S. government isn’t going to protect you without any conditions. Surely there are strings attached. Then, I believe there is room for negotiation on our side as well. Perhaps we can offer you and your group benefits beyond what the U.S. government provides. At the very least, we hope to be given an opportunity to make our case.”
“An opportunity? And if I decline?”
“If you accept, even if you reject our proposal, we will ensure all measures are taken for you to safely go to the U.S. mainland. Just hearing us out is enough. We would like an opportunity to prove that we have done our best to retain you.”
Instead of answering, Myung-jun looked at Holmes.
Then, Lieutenant Holmes shrugged and spoke to Myung-jun.
“If the negotiation takes place in a secure location and is accompanied by a U.S. government negotiator, I think it would be acceptable.”
“A secure location being...”
“There’s no place safer in South Korea for you right now than the U.S. military base in Pyeongtaek. We had your assistance before, but now it’s the U.S. military’s turn to protect you and your group.”
Myung-jun looked at Hee-cheol, seeming to ask if he agreed with those terms. Hee-cheol gritted his teeth. And then he nodded to Myung-jun.
“We agree. The proposal from the Korean government will proceed at the U.S. military base in Pyeongtaek with the U.S. government negotiator present.”
Myung-jun recalled the turret he had summoned back to the void.
And so, the momentous standoff that took place in front of a cafe in downtown Changwon smoothly concluded without any full-fledged confrontation between the U.S. military in Korea and the South Korean government.
Except for Captain Kim Hak-soo of the 4th division, who took a stand and was beaten almost to death, it was a peaceful resolution with no injuries. However, the aftermath of the incident turned the country upside down in no time. Despite the strict control of the EDA agents, civilians who had filmed the incident from nearby buildings and around the square began posting it all over the internet.
It became the incident that spread the vaguely hidden truth about the ‘Awakening’ throughout the country.
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Chapter 43
043 – Collapse
Before the regression, Myung-jun who reached Rank 12 before Hee-cheol gave up the fight. illustrating the stark difference in power between combat and production classes. Production classes have to rely solely on the performance of their equipment, whereas combat classes can also utilize their unique abilities in battle.
However, now that he has returned to the past through regression, he has acquired a unique class called ‘Mechanic.’ Having gauged his strength by clearing Rank 3 gate through Overrun, Myung-jun believes he has a good chance of winning against Hee-cheol at the current time.
If Hee-cheol can deploy an armed doll with almost no penalty, Myung-jun can freely summon various types of turrets he has developed in advance.
Ultimately, Myung-jun’s concern was not whether he would win or lose the fight, but whether it was wise to reveal his abilities in this place.
After much consideration, he concluded that supporting the U.S. troops deployed at the scene was the right decision.
“Major Holmes, is it possible to ensure the safety of our group with just the U.S. troops currently here?”
“I can’t be sure since I haven’t fought with an awakener before, but it will probably be difficult. However, don’t worry. We will somehow transport you safely to the U.S. military base in Pyeongtaek, even if we have to risk our lives.”
“Do you know why the U.S. government has ordered to secure me? What’s the reason?”
Holmes shook his head at Myung-jun’s question.
“I don’t know. I’ve only received orders to ensure the safety of your group at all costs.”
“Then let me show you the ability that the U.S. government so desperately wants to secure, even at the risk of damaging relations with its allies.”
Myung-jun slowly raised his hand and aimed at the direction where Hee-cheol had summoned dolls. He then muttered in a calm voice.
“Summon Mk 13 – [Karma], the fixed combat equipment for suppressing awakeners.”
At that moment, more light clusters than the number Hee-cheol had summoned appeared with a tremendous mechanical noise. Steel turrets, 2 meters high with 4 large barrels, began to appear and aim at the EDA members and Hee-cheol’s dolls, exuding an intimidating presence.
– Whirrr –
– Clink, clink, clink –
As the sound of loading for immediate firing was heard, Hee-cheol and the EDA members took defensive postures with shocked expressions. Seeing this, the previously speechless Holmes urgently stopped Myung-jun.
“Wait a moment!”
“What’s the matter?”
“Thank you for the support, but if we engage with such equipment, even the U.S. troops here will be annihilated! Besides, isn’t there a risk that your allies will get hurt?”
It was a reasonable question, but Myung-jun shook his head with a smile.
“The turret I just summoned, [Karma], was specially developed with awakeners and monsters in mind. It uses specialized ramjet bullets that are several times faster than conventional ones and attacks targets at eight times the speed of sound. However, the bullets can only damage awakeners and monsters. If an ordinary person is hit, they would only get a slight bruise.”
“Is that even physically possible?”
“It is. That’s what my special ability allows.”
Hee-cheol, who had also heard Myung-jun’s words, had no choice but to think quickly amidst his confusion.
‘If what he says is true, then even with my puppet and the team members I brought, it would be hard to take on Myung-jun alone. How did he get so strong in such a short period of time? Is there a higher-level job that’s stronger than a unique class?’
What Hee-cheol didn’t know was that most of the turrets Myung-jun summoned were a kind of ‘decoy turrets’.
This was something Myung-jun had separately requested when Soo-jeong was developing the special turret [karma].
Soo-jeong thought about the time when she was developing Karma, looking at the turrets that filled the room.
“A decoy turret?”
“That’s enough.”
Hee-cheol then recalled all the dolls he had summoned. Simultaneously, the EDA agents who had been in combat stance began to disarm as well.
“We’ll concede this time. However, as the head of an allied special agency, I have a request for both the U.S. government and Mr. Myung-jun.”
Holmes, who had been silently sighing in relief, was startled as Hee-cheol addressed him.
“What is it? If it’s something I can do, I’ll listen.”
“We understand that according to the new asset law enacted in the United States, Mr. Myung-jun has become a U.S. citizen. However, he has not yet renounced his South Korean citizenship. To be precise, he is currently in an ambiguous dual citizenship status.”
“Do you think he will renounce his South Korean citizenship once the formalities are complete?”
“I can’t say for sure. So, I have one request. This is also a request for Mr. Myung-jun.”
“What is the request?”
As Myung-jun spoke, Hee-cheol bowed 90 degrees in apology.
“I sincerely apologize for my earlier rudeness. Even if it was for national security and prosperity, handling the situation through coercion was my mistake. That action was not representative of the official stance of the South Korean government. Please set aside your anger and grant me just one request.”
“You switch tactics quickly. So if you can’t win by force, you’re trying persuasion now?”
Myung-jun sneered, but Hee-cheol was unfazed.
If anything, Hee-cheol seemed even more humble than before, trying to convince Myung-jun.
“You can criticize me all you want. If necessary, you can ask me to resign, or even hit me until you feel better. However, for your sake, I think it’s a bad decision to leave your birthplace for the U.S. just like that.”
“But if I stay here, I will constantly be pressured by the South Korean government. My work will also be greatly interrupted.”
“The U.S. government isn’t going to protect you without any conditions. Surely there are strings attached. Then, I believe there is room for negotiation on our side as well. Perhaps we can offer you and your group benefits beyond what the U.S. government provides. At the very least, we hope to be given an opportunity to make our case.”
“An opportunity? And if I decline?”
“If you accept, even if you reject our proposal, we will ensure all measures are taken for you to safely go to the U.S. mainland. Just hearing us out is enough. We would like an opportunity to prove that we have done our best to retain you.”
Instead of answering, Myung-jun looked at Holmes.
Then, Lieutenant Holmes shrugged and spoke to Myung-jun.
“If the negotiation takes place in a secure location and is accompanied by a U.S. government negotiator, I think it would be acceptable.”
“A secure location being...”
“There’s no place safer in South Korea for you right now than the U.S. military base in Pyeongtaek. We had your assistance before, but now it’s the U.S. military’s turn to protect you and your group.”
Myung-jun looked at Hee-cheol, seeming to ask if he agreed with those terms. Hee-cheol gritted his teeth. And then he nodded to Myung-jun.
“We agree. The proposal from the Korean government will proceed at the U.S. military base in Pyeongtaek with the U.S. government negotiator present.”
Myung-jun recalled the turret he had summoned back to the void.
And so, the momentous standoff that took place in front of a cafe in downtown Changwon smoothly concluded without any full-fledged confrontation between the U.S. military in Korea and the South Korean government.
Except for Captain Kim Hak-soo of the 4th division, who took a stand and was beaten almost to death, it was a peaceful resolution with no injuries. However, the aftermath of the incident turned the country upside down in no time. Despite the strict control of the EDA agents, civilians who had filmed the incident from nearby buildings and around the square began posting it all over the internet.
It became the incident that spread the vaguely hidden truth about the ‘Awakening’ throughout the country.
Hope you enjoy the chapter, if you wish to support me or read advance chapter you can do it Here
Chapter 43043 CollapseBefore the regression, Myung-jun who reached Rank 12 before Hee-cheol gave up the fight. illustrating the stark difference in power between combat and production classes. Production classes have to rely solely on the performance of their equipment, whereas combat classes can also utilize their unique abilities in battle.However, now that he has returned to the past through regression, he has acquired a unique class called Mechanic.' Having gauged his strength by clearing Rank 3 gate through Overrun, Myung-jun believes he has a good chance of winning against Hee-cheol at the current time.If Hee-cheol can deploy an armed doll with almost no penalty, Myung-jun can freely summon various types of turrets he has developed in advance.Ultimately, Myung-jun's concern was not whether he would win or lose the fight, but whether it was wise to reveal his abilities in this place.After much consideration, he concluded that supporting the U.S. troops deployed at the scene was the right decision.Major Holmes, is it possible to ensure the safety of our group with just the U.S. troops currently here?I can't be sure since I haven't fought with an awakener before, but it will probably be difficult. However, don't worry. We will somehow transport you safely to the U.S. military base in Pyeongtaek, even if we have to risk our lives.Do you know why the U.S. government has ordered to secure me? What's the reason?Holmes shook his head at Myung-jun's question.I don't know. I've only received orders to ensure the safety of your group at all costs.Then let me show you the ability that the U.S. government so desperately wants to secure, even at the risk of damaging relations with its allies.Myung-jun slowly raised his hand and aimed at the direction where Hee-cheol had summoned dolls. He then muttered in a calm voice.Summon Mk 13 Karma, the fixed combat equipment for suppressing awakeners.At that moment, more light clusters than the number Hee-cheol had summoned appeared with a tremendous mechanical noise. Steel turrets, 2 meters high with 4 large barrels, began to appear and aim at the EDA members and Hee-cheol's dolls, exuding an intimidating presence. Whirrr Clink, clink, clink As the sound of loading for immediate firing was heard, Hee-cheol and the EDA members took defensive postures with shocked expressions. Seeing this, the previously speechless Holmes urgently stopped Myung-jun.Wait a moment!What's the matter?Thank you for the support, but if we engage with such equipment, even the U.S. troops here will be annihilated! Besides, isn't there a risk that your allies will get hurt?It was a reasonable question, but Myung-jun shook his head with a smile.The turret I just summoned, Karma, was specially developed with awakeners and monsters in mind. It uses specialized ramjet bullets that are several times faster than conventional ones and attacks targets at eight times the speed of sound. However, the bullets can only damage awakeners and monsters. If an ordinary person is hit, they would only get a slight bruise.Is that even physically possible?It is. That's what my special ability allows.Hee-cheol, who had also heard Myung-jun's words, had no choice but to think quickly amidst his confusion.If what he says is true, then even with my puppet and the team members I brought, it would be hard to take on Myung-jun alone. How did he get so strong in such a short period of time? Is there a higher-level job that's stronger than a unique class?'What Hee-cheol didn't know was that most of the turrets Myung-jun summoned were a kind of decoy turrets'.This was something Myung-jun had separately requested when Soo-jeong was developing the special turret karma.Soo-jeong thought about the time when she was developing Karma, looking at the turrets that filled the room.A decoy turret?That's enough.Hee-cheol then recalled all the dolls he had summoned. Simultaneously, the EDA agents who had been in combat stance began to disarm as well.We'll concede this time. However, as the head of an allied special agency, I have a request for both the U.S. government and Mr. Myung-jun.Holmes, who had been silently sighing in relief, was startled as Hee-cheol addressed him.What is it? If it's something I can do, I'll listen.We understand that according to the new asset law enacted in the United States, Mr. Myung-jun has become a U.S. citizen. However, he has not yet renounced his South Korean citizenship. To be precise, he is currently in an ambiguous dual citizenship status.Do you think he will renounce his South Korean citizenship once the formalities are complete?I can't say for sure. So, I have one request. This is also a request for Mr. Myung-jun.What is the request?As Myung-jun spoke, Hee-cheol bowed 90 degrees in apology.I sincerely apologize for my earlier rudeness. Even if it was for national security and prosperity, handling the situation through coercion was my mistake. That action was not representative of the official stance of the South Korean government. Please set aside your anger and grant me just one request.You switch tactics quickly. So if you can't win by force, you're trying persuasion now?Myung-jun sneered, but Hee-cheol was unfazed.If anything, Hee-cheol seemed even more humble than before, trying to convince Myung-jun.You can criticize me all you want. If necessary, you can ask me to resign, or even hit me until you feel better. However, for your sake, I think it's a bad decision to leave your birthplace for the U.S. just like that.But if I stay here, I will constantly be pressured by the South Korean government. My work will also be greatly interrupted.The U.S. government isn't going to protect you without any conditions. Surely there are strings attached. Then, I believe there is room for negotiation on our side as well. Perhaps we can offer you and your group benefits beyond what the U.S. government provides. At the very least, we hope to be given an opportunity to make our case.An opportunity? And if I decline?If you accept, even if you reject our proposal, we will ensure all measures are taken for you to safely go to the U.S. mainland. Just hearing us out is enough. We would like an opportunity to prove that we have done our best to retain you.Instead of answering, Myung-jun looked at Holmes.Then, Lieutenant Holmes shrugged and spoke to Myung-jun.If the negotiation takes place in a secure location and is accompanied by a U.S. government negotiator, I think it would be acceptable.A secure location being...There's no place safer in South Korea for you right now than the U.S. military base in Pyeongtaek. We had your assistance before, but now it's the U.S. military's turn to protect you and your group.Myung-jun looked at Hee-cheol, seeming to ask if he agreed with those terms. Hee-cheol gritted his teeth. And then he nodded to Myung-jun.We agree. The proposal from the Korean government will proceed at the U.S. military base in Pyeongtaek with the U.S. government negotiator present.Myung-jun recalled the turret he had summoned back to the void.And so, the momentous standoff that took place in front of a cafe in downtown Changwon smoothly concluded without any full-fledged confrontation between the U.S. military in Korea and the South Korean government.Except for Captain Kim Hak-soo of the 4th division, who took a stand and was beaten almost to death, it was a peaceful resolution with no injuries. However, the aftermath of the incident turned the country upside down in no time. Despite the strict control of the EDA agents, civilians who had filmed the incident from nearby buildings and around the square began posting it all over the internet.It became the incident that spread the vaguely hidden truth about the Awakening' throughout the country.Hope you enjoy the chapter, if you wish to support me or read advance chapter you can do it Here
