In ancient sayings, it is stated that even the same words can bear drastically different meanings and impacts depending on whose mouth they come from.
In that sense, was it not a particular coincidence that the mention of the annihilation of the Another Ones fell from the lips of none other than the world’s strongest active hero?
As if everyone had been waiting for this moment to arrive, the situation began to unfold rapidly from that point onward.
Amidst all of this, a few shocking pieces of news also began to circulate—
[“If the ‘Fighting Saint’ from Russia requests assistance, she’ll make a decisive choice for the future of humanity.”]
[“Is the ‘Bloody Queen’ from the UK also joining the expedition? Her private car was spotted at the airport, causing quite a stir.”]
It was a known fact in the industry that the names of these globally famed heroes were beginning to stir into action, whether one was involved in the field or not.
Among them, the news from Russia particularly shocked the people; the reason was simple.
Since the announcement of the global hero power ranking, the strongest hero from Russia had been living in a state resembling that of someone facing a personal crisis, but now she was finally making a public appearance.
As a result, as the news spread, countless theories and conspiracies that had long been circulating began to emerge—while the ‘Fighting Saint’ and the Russian Hero Association, which practically represented her stance, chose to maintain silence in response to everyone’s reactions.
Perhaps for this reason, the already fervent people’s responses became even more intense.
The fact that the source of the Another Ones is a massive tree located at the center of Heogye, and that a queen born to protect it exists within, was announced under the name of the Hero Association.
Could it be that since they decided to open up, they thought it was fine to share everything?
Whatever the intention of the Hero Association might be, as soon as information regarding the Another Ones—a entity that had maintained a position as humanity’s nemesis for decades—began to be revealed, people’s interest began to shift towards it in an instant.
[Could the enemies, the Another Ones, actually be plants?]
[Finally, the secrets of the foes are revealed!]
[Did the Hero Association already know? Past announcements now feel significantly meaningful.]
Starting from news articles that seemed to have been eagerly awaited, even communities that usually had no relation to such topics began to flood with discussions about the Another Ones.
[Hey everyone, did you see the news? It’s really shocking…]
The Another Ones might be plants?!…
Why? What’s going on?
[If you look above, you’ll see that they say the Another Ones could be plants.]
I saw the news too! Whatever their identity is, I hope everything gets sorted out soon!
[Me too! I get so anxious sending the kids to kindergarten or going out anywhere ㅠㅠㅠ]
[I understand that feeling ㅠㅠㅠㅠ]
[If the Another Ones get sorted out, will house prices go up?]
Isn’t the reason house prices overall have dropped, except Seoul, partly due to the Another Ones? Can we hope for that?
My husband also mentioned something like that, saying that if the Another Ones are dealt with, house prices might spike instantly.
[Oh really?]
[Yes, he said that honestly, the house prices around here have been significantly undervalued.]
[Isn’t xx mom’s husband a civil servant? Can we really hope for that~?]
From the very place commonly referred to as “mom cafes”—
[Is that thing announced this time a boon?]
I just selected construction stocks at random…
[Yeah, what construction stock is this? It has to be distribution stocks.]
[Huh? What does distribution stock have to do with Another?]
[Stop crying after getting caught by junk stocks in domestic shares and rub your face on the warm behind of Nasdaq.]
[Crrraaaap, I’m stuck in Nasdaq but finally escaping?]
[Seriously, I won’t sell until it skyrockets!]
Miss Almighty is a god, and the Hero Association is “invincible.”
[Should I get in even now?]
You should have bought it when you said that!
[You’re not buying this? Is this a joke? You’re not buying this? Is this a joke? You’re not buying this? Is this a joke? You’re not buying this? Is this a joke?]
From famous anonymous communities among investors to everywhere,
In every conceivable place, people started pouring in asking about the Another Ones while sipping kimchi soup.
Of course, there were definitely quite a few who were genuinely happy.
[Finally, it seems the long-standing conflict with the Another Ones is coming to an end…]
After sending off a dear friend like that, how long I’ve waited for this day… they should have seen this…
Today, the soju feels especially bitter…
After sending my younger sibling away, my mother, who was barely living, heard the news and began finding strength, lately going to offer prayers at the temple.
[That’s great, congratulations.]
[It’s a bit tough to accompany her, but it’s quite rewarding ^^]
Thus, while some were gulping down kimchi soup, others were praying for success at that very moment.
In a secret hideout owned by the Hero Association, a meeting was being held to decide the details regarding the expedition team, which would quickly become known as the “Tree Expedition Team.”
And among those participating in the meeting was none other than Miss Almighty, which would surely astonish the members of the Korean Hero Association if they had known.
It could not be helped.
For them, the moment they became aware of this fact, there would only be one reaction—they had just seen her take on an official schedule requested by the Korean Hero Association just an hour ago.
In contrast, the place where she was now situated was right in the middle of America.
Even if one claims to take the fastest plane in the world, jumping from Korea to America in just an hour is physically impossible.
Considering that everyone present took their seats, no one would have been ignorant of the fact that she was still present, yet no one found it strange that she was there.
In retrospect, it could have been an obvious matter.
Even if they didn’t fully grasp the entirety of Miss Almighty’s talent, those present here were precisely those who had some understanding of her abilities.
Thus, none of them expressed concerns about “failure.”
From their standpoint, that had to be a given because they knew precisely how ludicrous her talent was—the woman present, who was known to the world as the mightiest hero, Miss Almighty.
Though what they understood was merely a fragment and not the whole, nonetheless it held.
Therefore, they felt assured of victory even before they began.
After all, since that person is stepping in herself, what could mere offshoots or remains of a tree do?
If they tried to obstruct the expedition team, it would be fortunate if they could fend them off without being swept away in a single gesture.
And if this “expedition” ended too easily, ultimately it would be the Hero Association that would find itself in trouble.
This was precisely why such an arrangement was made.
If humanity’s enemies, the Another Ones, were to completely vanish, the association’s position would inevitably weaken in the long run.
Then why not paint the process of cleansing them as heroically as possible?
That way, when the Another Ones disappeared, it would allow the matters that would inevitably arise to proceed in a direction favorable to this side.
Perhaps even a single Miss Almighty might suffice, yet the decision to form an expedition team stemmed from this very aspect.
While one hand may find it challenging to handle ten hands by itself, what if there were two or ten on this side when needed?
Wouldn’t it be a substantial aid?
Thus, who to include in the expedition team was of utmost importance.
Knowing this fact, as soon as the news regarding the expedition team was announced, everyone began to stir with excitement.
In any case…
“Who do you think would be suitable?”
Who should be dropped, and who should be taken along?