Chapter 993

EP.993 Part 2 Chapter 10 Section 06 Monster

Even with the barrier set up, how many women can so openly pleasure themselves in front of others?

“What do you think about this?”

“I find it impressive.”

Raon was the first to speak.

“Such determination to gain the commander’s power through any means—now I understand why she’s S-Rank.”

Approaching purely out of admiration, Raon showed no hesitation despite witnessing such explicit behavior.

“But Commander, is she really who we think she is?”

“Yeah, it’s her.”

Commander Xiao Lin.

That woman’s true identity.

“Why? Do you think someone capable of doing that in front of people doesn’t fit the role?”

“No, not that… but if it really is her…”

Raon clenched her fists, eyes sparkling.

“I’d like to learn a thing or two.”

“Good attitude.”

Raon, destined to become an S-Rank later on, serves as our team’s vanguard.

The formation naturally divides into front, middle, and rear lines, so those in the front tend to be physical fighters.

Thus, Raon and Xiao Lin share overlapping roles.

Instinctively, Raon senses Xiao Lin as her rival, and indeed, they often clash during in-game battles.

Although they form an unbeatable combination for triple-power magic infusion during certain intimate scenarios, their daily routine involves fierce sparring sessions in the training hall until they’re ready for more… personal activities.

“You’re still stronger though, right?”

“I want to defeat you without relying on Penril’s powers.”

“Without Banargande or Park Ra-on’s enhancements?”

“Yes. Will you help me?”

“Can I even help?”

“Just make me S-Rank.”

Which is code for “have sex with me.”

They say a woman’s libido grows with age, and Park Ra-on, fittingly part of the older generation, subtly flirts through these requests.

Yuna? She’s basically walking sex incarnate.

“But Raon, being S-Rank might not matter much against Xiao Lin, you know?”

“Is that so?”

“Yeah. She’s martial arts-focused. Without magic, she’s probably one of the top three strongest on Earth.”

While special abilities have rendered traditional martial arts somewhat obsolete, Xiao Lin has honed hers using her immense magical and physical prowess.

When Raon trains against her, magic control is key, meaning pure physical combat is necessary to defeat Xiao Lin.

‘That’s how he won back then.’

Magic solely for body enhancement.

Before thrusting her crescent blade, she closes the distance to fell her opponent.

Just like how Phoenix defeated Xiao Lin after 20 years on Earth, becoming her master.

“Raon, if you win, Xiao Lin might recognize you as her master?”

“Me?”

“Sure. Or maybe…”

She could take another physically-oriented S-Rank as her mentor.

“Xiao Lin’s mental test is over. Let’s move on to the next phase. Hikari, how’s the underground bunker status?”

“It’s perfect. Thanks to Hydra-sama, it’s ready for action anytime.”

Ping.

Hikari pointed at a section of the map.

I double-checked the location she indicated and grabbed the controls for Bluebird-4796.

“Alright, you’ve passed. You can stop now.”

“Haa, haa…”

Xiao Lin ceased her self-pleasure.

Though incomplete combustion still lingers, she appears mentally satisfied.

“Is that the end of the test…?”

“Yes, you’ve successfully passed the second stage.”

“Second…”

Xiao Lin’s eyes dimmed, likely worrying about the numerous tests ahead.

But her concerns are unfounded.

“Now I’ll guide you to the final ultimate test.”

“Final…?”

“Yes. We’ve assessed your resolve, now it’s time for skill evaluation.”

Flash.

Xiao Lin’s expression shifted instantly.

Moments ago, she wore the face of a lustful feline; now she exudes the focused intensity of a hunting hound.

“One of our magical girls will duel you. After a day’s rest—”

“I’m ready to fight now. My condition is at its peak.”

“Are you sure you won’t regret it?”

“Absolutely. Even if I lose here… I’d regret not fighting now.”

“Alright, follow me.”

After setting the Bluebird to autopilot toward Hikari’s designated location, I released the controls.

“We should observe how Xiao Lin fights firsthand.”

“Am I allowed to watch?”

“Excuse me?”

“In martial fiction, spying on someone’s practice or duel is considered rude…”

“People don’t get mad when they expose themselves in public, so surely they won’t mind showing off their fighting skills.”

Raon stayed silent.

Soon after,

We moved towards northern Seoul.

The testing grounds for Magical Girl Cutie Cutie’s new recruit, Xiaoling.

* * *

Elsewhere, at that moment.

“Still haven’t found that girl?”

“I apologize, my Lord.”

Bang!

The man fired his gun without hesitation.

The person in front had a hole blown through their head, collapsing lifelessly to the ground.

“Tsk tsk. After all that training, and still unable to comprehend.”

Reloading his pistol, the man clicked his tongue.

A corpse lay before him, yet those dressed similarly remained silent, merely exchanging glances.

“Where are we?”

“Dongjakdae.”

“And what am I supposed to be called here?”

“The Great Emperor.”

“Indeed, the Great Emperor.”

The man referred to himself as the Great Emperor.

“I am the emperor destined to unify the continent, the world. And yet… tsk tsk. No matter how many times I explain, you fail to grasp it.”

He extended his hand.

There sat a golden throne-like chair, upon which rested a gray-haired girl dressed as an ancient empress, sound asleep.

“Revive.”

“…”

The girl slowly reached out her hand.

Mist emanating from her enveloped the dead man, who soon stirred back to life.

“So?”

“I apologize, Great Emperor.”

“Fine. As long as the prime minister survives, I shall overlook it. From now on, guard your words and actions carefully.”

All bowed their heads upon hearing the Great Emperor’s words.

Already kneeling, the atmosphere suggested they would prostrate fully if he didn’t dislike it.

“By the way, it’s been two weeks since I issued my order.”

They stiffened.

“Didn’t I command you to bring Unjang before me within two weeks?”

“That… well…”

Bang!

“No excuses needed. All I require is the location of that boy.”

“We’re searching everywhere. Just give us a little more time…”

Bang!

“How much more time and resources must I allocate? What will I tell the people if an S-Rank monster or dimensional gate appears?”

“That… well…”

“The divine spirit won’t falter due to poor health in the face of crisis. To rule this vast land requires the divine might and dignity of a godlike figure.”

“Should we mobilize other elites instead?”

“Other elites? Hmm.”

The mention intrigued the Great Emperor, who stroked his beard thoughtfully.

“Go on.”

“There are those seeking passage through China to Korea. We’ve successfully swayed some of them.”

“Swayed?”

“Yes. With the young lady’s assistance…”

Young lady.

Referring to the gray-haired girl beside the Great Emperor.

“You’ve brainwashed S-Ranks? That wasn’t easy, was it?”

“Fortunately, they fell for it. Their goal was also to gain the commander’s strength. Once the young lady bestowed her power, they began mistaking her for the real commander.”

“Indeed.”

The Great Emperor clapped and laughed.

“You’ve disguised her as the commander. But wouldn’t that raise suspicions?”

“Hiding the commander on a national level was easily accepted by everyone.”

“Lucky. Heh heh heh. Of course, everyone dreams of immortality.”

Immortality.

What Qin Shi Huang sought, what all humans yearn for—the divine realm.

This girl can achieve it.

“Was there much resistance?”

“We demonstrated first. They believed.”

“Demo?”

“We made someone kill another directly.”

“Well done. Truly my son.”

Upon hearing ‘son,’ the man smiled faintly.

Whatever significance the word held, he couldn’t hide his joy even before the Great Emperor.

“Immortality! The universal human desire. This must be Qin Shi Huang’s gift to me. Ha ha! Who would’ve thought to find such a treasure in his tomb?”

The Great Emperor gave the girl a gentle smile.

“Qin Shi Huang. Your legacy shall live on through me, the Great Emperor.”

Crackle, crackle.

Spraying perfume on himself, the Great Emperor chuckled.

“Reviving the already deceased endlessly—what else could this be but immortality? I shall show you, divine immortal Guan Yu. The day he becomes the true divine warrior.”

The Great Emperor clenched his fist.

“The entire Earth will be filled with red banners.”

* * *

“Here we are…”

“This used to be the Changchung Gymnasium.”

Following Bluebird’s guidance, Xiaoling entered the gym.

“The interior facilities couldn’t be restored, but the structure remains intact.”

“It looks like a hanok…”

“Correct. A hanok. So much so that it might as well be called Changchung Martial Arts Hall instead of a gym…”

Bluebird gestured inside with a sly grin.

“A perfect place for S-Ranks to battle. Your opponent awaits inside. Be prepared to go all-out—it could be fatal.”

“Fatal? Nonsense. I never…”

Swish.

Xiaoling summoned her crescent blade with rising magical energy.

“Will ever lose to anyone.”

“Is that so? Then let’s make a bet. If you win… I’ll let you have sex with the commander.”

“…Victory is assured.”

“Ah, and the same goes for the other side.”

Swish.

Xiaoling trembled at the unfamiliar scent.

“Has it really been that long for her too? She seems serious…”

With the scent of mint chocolate wafting around, Xiaoling charged forward.

Clang!!

“Ah.”

Her opponent…

“Mm, I was quite serious too. How did you block that, nya~?”

Was a monster…

…emanating the scent of mint chocolate.