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"..but still... shouldn't we stop those two people..?"
Namwoon said, lowering his volume towards Jihye.
"Hey, didn't I tell you, not to interfere with other people's family affairs? Just leave them alone, it would be better if ahjussi made up with master."
"No, no, that... why did the story turn out like that?"
"Ah, that's because you didn't come along when we got hidden scenario. Tell me, do you think those emotional words were just nonsense? Besides, master seemed to react a little. So!! You understand?"
Namwoon shook his head stupidly which made Jihye pat her chest in frustration.
[Constellation 'Demonic Judge of Fire' nods and says she understands. ]
"Look!! This constellation understands too. You're the only one who's stupid!"
"What the hell?"
"I thought Barrow ahjussi was Cale's uncle? And I've never heard anything like that from his uncle?"
Donghoon joined in the conversation after hearing Jihye's increasingly strange words. Gilyoung also nodded in agreement.
"Wait! Yes, I often play at their house and there's no such nonsense!! What's wrong with you? Cale's mother is gone and his father.... um... uh... I remember Barrow ahjussi said that person was a bastard? Anyway! There's no nonsense that these two are Cale's parents!!!"
"We'd better separate them first."
Donghoon continued Namwoon's words, who looked at Jihye proudly as if he knew better than that girl, while glancing at ridiculous bickering of the three people there.
"No... wait... no way... but... but... listen me, no way, I'm sure this is true!!"
"You sharpened your sword too much, so you became an idiot."
"You're the idiot! When it comes to sharpening swords, Heewon unni also sharpens it, do you think she's an idiot too?!"
"Ouch... kids, don't put me in..."
"She's an adult so she's not an idiot, but you're an idiot!!"
"Why me?! What kind of logic is that?!"
Namwoon and Jihye again fought with words, until Heewon was overwhelmed but suddenly, an indirect message stopped the argument as if pause had been pressed.
[Constellation 'Prisoner of the Golden Headband' said in a small whisper, perhaps it was their previous reincarnation?]
"Hah?"
"What?"
Said Namwoon and Jihye, who had stopped taking out dagger and sword.
[Constellation 'Prisoner of the Golden Headband' says that in this world there is also a person who has attribute of reincarnator]
Jihye and Namwoon looked at each other in surprise.
"That's true!!!"
"What is it?????"
[Constellation 'Demonic Judge of Fire' passionately fantasizes and understands the meaning of constellation 'Prisoner of the Golden Headband' ]
[Constellation 'Prisoner of the Golden Headband' clears his throat]
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' rubs his forehead and says that you guys are talking nonsense]
[Constellation 'Abyssal Black Flame Dragon' feels like his world is collapsing]
[Some constellations are imagining]
[Several constellations laugh in amusement]
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"Listen to me, idiot."
"I'm not idiot!"
"So I said, in their previous reincarnation. They were a happy couple who had a child, Cale."
"Is it true?"
Gilyoung said as if he was given the light of understanding.
"Uh.. so.. you mean that the grasshopper ahjussi is a mother and that crazy bastard is a father and Cale is that child? Then.. um.. They were reincarnated and separated in this world but only the parents got memories..? Huh? How strange? "
"What's so strange in this world? Just look, did you ever think we would meet Dokkaebi in the books?"
"No.. but.. why.. uh.."
Jihye patted Namwoon's shoulder who was still confused by the logic of the people in front of him.
"So that's why hyung knows so many things?"
"Yeah! That's because of their previous reincarnation. Hm!! I'm a genius!!"
Jihye shouted excitedly, answering Gilyoung's question.
[Constellation 'Demonic Judge of Fire' nods and says that makes sense! ]
"Wait... but why did master become a father? You saw it before, right? The way master scolded Cale, it was more similar to master becoming a mother."
"Nonsense, how did a madman like him become a mother?"
"It could be, look at this. Master is the type who is cold on outside but gentle with his family. The ice type!!"
"T-then hyung is the loving father type!"
Gilyoung continued enthusiastically. Donghoon was daydreaming because his brain wasn't up to it and Namwoon was still looking for loopholes in logic because he somehow couldn't accept it.
"But how can these two get sweet Cale?! That doesn't make sense!!"
"Cale was born taking only the good side of his parents. You must have heard those words, right?"
"That.. uh.. uh.."
"Oh... you're an idiot, right? How can you still not understand this?"
Beside the noisy children, Heewon, Pildu and Sangah just watched in amusement. The other Chungmuro members have disbanded and are doing what they want.
"But still..."
Sangah looked forward, towards Joonghyuk and Dokja who were still staring at each other cruelly.
"..we should at least take Cale right? He's in the middle..."
Pildu snorted at Sangah's words.
"Didn't you see that bastard's protective posture?"
Heewon also stared at how Joonghyuk was pressing Cale's neck against his shoulder so that he wouldn't see his cruel expression. Kim Dokja even cursed at a low volume.
"Then... at least we can stop the kids, right? Look, they even bet."
Heewon laughed amusedly when Jihye and Namwoon were still arguing. Even the introverted Donghoon started to talk.
"Just let it go, the kids fight. They'll get closer that way. Besides, Namwoon and Jihye won't overdo it."
"Ah.. yes.."
"Stay calm."
Heewon said patting Sangah's tense shoulder, who was worried about everything.
Then suddenly...
-Plak
-Buk
"Hm."
Heewon said after seeing Cale hit the back of Joonghyuk's head and Igneel slap Dokja's cheek with his tail.
After that, they saw how Joonghyuk put Cale down and took the hand, which Cale used to hit. Joonghyuk also put on a worried face while blowing on the little hand, Kim Dokja didn't forget to squat down and scratch his head awkwardly.
Then with an annoyed face, Cale withdrew his hand and scolded the two of them which made them both lower their heads.
""...""
The adults were stunned, while the children...
"I win!!"
Namwoon said happily.
"It doesn't make sense... why Cale the winner? Isn't this between Ahjussi and master?"
"Cale always wins, even the ahjussi always submit when Cale starts to get angry!!"
Namwoon explained happily, while taking cookies made by Barrow which was used as a bet.
"Damn... I even saved it to eat later..."
"Hehehe, you're out of luck~~"
Namwoon happily shared it with Gilyoung and Donghoon. Then they went back to watching the show.
Then Cale...
"Huh? Answer!"
"No.. that.. Cale.."
"Shut up Joonghyuk. Kim Dokja, tell me, are you a child? No, even children are very mature, what's with you guys who always start fighting suddenly."
"No, wait, Cale. Don't blame me, this bastard suddenly took you, do you think I'm not worried?"
"Kim Dokja, you think I won't fight and obey? Hm? And even if I can't, my uncle can beat this bastard."
"Cale, I can fight your uncle too and don't curse-"
"I said shut up Joonghyuk."
"..Yes."
"No... you're wrong-"
"And Joonghyuk!"
Cale said, interrupting Kim Dokja's words.
"Reduce your bad habit of leaving immediately without asking other people's opinions."
"My opinion is the most reasonab-"
"Hah?"
Joonghyuk immediately covered his mouth after seeing Cale's face worsen.
"Ask first, and we are now partners."
"That bastard isn't my partn-"
"Don't always answer you brat."
"Pfft-"
"Kim Dokja, don't laugh. You are the same."
"..Sorry."
"We're partners now, so let's work together."
""Yes""
"Smart kids."
Cale stroked Joonghyuk's head, Cale wanted to stroke Dokja's head but Igneel was still asleep on his head. So forget it, Cale ignored the 'this isn't fair..' face that Kim Dokja was showing.
"Where are you going?"
Cale asked as he approached Dorph and Sayeru who were eating -out of nowhere- Popcorn while looking at them.
"Because the future has changed, the plans have also changed."
Cale tilted his head in confusion as Joonghyuk stood up and brushed off the dirt on his robe that probably wasn't there.
"Why don't you act together with me? I can help you."
Yoo Joonghyuk turned towards Kim Dokja. Kim Dokja reflexively took one step back.
"Ahem."
Because of Cale's voice, Joonghyuk softened his momentum and said in a deep voice.
"The debt has been paid. My last favor is not to take your flag."
"In any case, you can't leave the station unless I expel you from the group. Do you want to get punished?"
"..."
Cale now wanted to hit the back of Kim Dokja's head, the atmosphere was starting to get peaceful and he wanted to start fighting again.
"Dokja is very brave."
"Just stupid."
Said Dorph and Sayeru who were watching and offering Cale Popcorn.
Cale shook his head in rejection, as Yoo Joonghyuk slowly moved his hand toward the hilt of the sword. Kim Dokja cleared his throat and quickly added.
"Ahem, I know what your plan is. Aren't you going towards Jung-gu? It's your goal to complete the black flag by walking on King's Road. I'll help you."
"I'd rather take your flag now."
“Then try it. Is your sword faster or my tongue faster?”
"Your neck is gone first and don't start again Dokja."
Cale said irritably, Kim Dokja tried not to look at Cale's face and continued.
"Hahaha... I mean, you don't need to go towards Jung-gu. Go north. The Tyrant King's territory will be yours and it will help you create your grand flag. Getting the flag and eliminating the enemy, isn't that killing two birds with one stone?”
"I can do it myself."
"There are 48 hours left until the end of the fourth scenario. Can you occupy 20 stations and complete the black flag in that time?"
Yoo Jonghyuk started to hesitate. Kim Dokja thought that he should hurry to seize this opportunity.
“Besides… Don't you have a reason to go north? Surely, you wouldn't throw away your current family members, right? "
"...You."
Yoo Joonghyuk immediately released a strong killing aura.
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[Cale : Mia?
Kim Dokja : Yes, but she's not there, I'll ask Jung Heewon to pick up that child. After all our target station is the Tyrant king's territory. It would be great if Yoo Joonghyuk helped destroy that king.
Cale : Take care of Joonghyuk first. He looks like he's going to kill you. Just so you know, but this is your fault and I won't stop that bastard from attacking you.
Kim Dokja : ... ]
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Kim Dokja looked back at Yoo Joonghyuk and said.
“Remain calm. I speak in good faith. I will truly help.”
Yoo Joonghyuk's angry eyes stared at Kim Dokja for a while longer.
The atmosphere is tense. The killing intent immediately disappeared.
"Nothing is free in the world. What are your conditions?"
Kim Dokja said with a smile.
“Nothing, like Cale said, we work together. Think of this as a cooperation gift.”
"What?"
"Dorph and Namwoon."
Joonghyuk turned toward Cale who was speaking.
"Bring them both, their skills are suitable for fighting many people at once. Just don't let them die."
"Cale?"
Said Dorph who dropped his popcorn.
"Help."
Cale said to Dorph, who felt like his world was collapsing because he was paired with a bastard and separated from his cute nephew.
After a while, Yoo Joonghyuk opened his mouth.
"Good."
After sorting everything out, Cale sat next to the water wall that Barrow was still building to imprison the god of death's book.
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' begs you to free him from Barrow's hands!!]
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' bursts into tears saying that his fate is very bad]
"What else is wrong with you?"
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' says that work is piling up and he still has to prevent the golden dragon turn the world tree into dust!!]
"Huh? Eruhaben-nim? No way."
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' says it's true.]
"Did you forget? He's a guardian-"
Cale stopped talking and kept his mouth shut, he forgot that there were other constellation in this channel.
"Secretive Plotter..."
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' buzzes and says he's here.]
"I-"
However, an indirect message suddenly appeared interrupting Cale's words.
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' says that he wants to know about you]
"That.."
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' says that he can keep secrets.]
"Sorry."
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' Says that he is willing to make an vow to the 'god of death' if you don't believe him]
"..What?"
Cale was now completely stunned, according to Kim Dokja's story. Constellations were mighty beings plus they were very arrogant. That's why some constellations only consider incarnations as entertainment, not living creatures.
But such constellations are willing to obey, even binding themselves with burdensome vows?
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' says he's serious]
"No need to swear, I'll tell the others too, later. But the time has not yet come."
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' says that he has a feeling that when that time comes, there will be a separation]
Exactly, I'll just say it when I'm leaving.
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' begs you]
"You are strong constellation, aren't you? No offense, but I don't want to tie down people like you who might take advantage of the vow loophole."
as happened to Barrow.
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' asks what he means]
"A vow to the god of death can even bind a reincarnator."
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' is shocked]
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' says that he is regressor]
"..."
Cale froze for a full minute before he could digest the words that came out.
"What?!"
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' nods and says that he means it and promises not to hurt you]
"No... no, why did you just say that like that? And besides, aren't you the same as Yoo Joonghyuk?? Why are you hostile to him if you're the same??"
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' said that he trusts you that's why he said it]
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' said that this channel is separate and cannot be read by starstream ]
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' said that he hated incarnation 'Yoo Joonghyuk' because he was a lucky bastard when they were the same]
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' says that he cannot like incarnation of 'Yoo Joonghyuk']
"Haaaaaaa.."
Cale felt a headache, he again, knows things that are not necessary.
"Anyway, are you sure?"
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' nods]
"What do you think?"
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' said that it was no problem, he would arrange it. Constellation just needs to swear to the god of death]
"Aigooo... okay, swear not to hurt anyone important to me and until I tell it myself, keep this secret. And you will ask my permission every time you say something secret about me."
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' says that he will swear]
"You're a strange constellation, do you realize that?"
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' chuckles]
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' said that he would take Constellation vow, because your body will not be able to withstand many vows]
"Just arrange it."
2 minutes later, a message from the god of death came in.
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' said that the vow has been made and he has closed all loopholes so you can relax]
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' says that this is a useful thing]
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' grins and says, of course]
"Okay, let me introduce myself first. I am Cale Henituse, the eldest son of Duke Henituse. I come from another world where there are dragons, gods and even world trees and elves. I entered this world accidentally and was only able to return to my original world, with the help of the god of death between the gaps in the scenario."
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' widened his eyes and asked, what about these three?]
"Same, but they are already dead. Their souls were reincarnated into this world based on the original. They can also come back, or you could say they have to come back. Because even though they are said to be reincarnated, their souls are unstable."
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' ponders]
"Well, you can ask the god of death anything else directly."
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' adds that Cale Henituse is a hero from 2 continents]
"Shut your mouth or I'll have Barrow destroy your book."
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' freezes]
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' remembers an important thing]
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' screams hysterically that you must help him!!]
"Wait, is that true? Eruhaben-nim is the guardian of the world tree. How could he eliminate the world tree?"
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' said that your family prepared an enhanced version of dragon's fury]
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' said that he panicked and said that the dagger was made by us and the world tree again]
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' said that the golden dragon then went berserk and said that he would turn the world tree into dust]
"..wait a minute...did they see that moment?"
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' nods stupidly and says that this channel is always active and broadcasts anything]
damn.. then the kids saw it too..
"Damn it"
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' asks you for help!!]
"And what's wrong with Barrow? Why is he so anxious to burn your book?"
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' said that Barrow asked where the dagger came from]
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' says that he said everything honestly]
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' said, then Barrow went berserk and took my book and tried to destroy it, after knowing that dagger could not be transferred]
"Idiots..."
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' crying]
"So, say it all. What about the others. I'm sure it's not just Eruhaben-nim who's messed up."
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' says that the black swordsman is trying to destroy the temple of the god of despair]
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' says that the crown prince and the sun god's Saint cursed the sun god using my priest, Cage]
"I think Cage volunteered."
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' lowers his head sadly]
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' says that the dragons and wizards are close to achieving the truth of reaching the divine realm]
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' said that the baby dragon said that he would strangle me]
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' says that the white snake escaped from prison and plans to open the demon's gate and ally with vampires]
"...."
it looks more like Clopeh...
"Haaaaa.. this is.. messy, isn't it?"
[Constellation 'Ruller of Fantasy' nods sadly]
[Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' laughs and says that your family loves you, right?]
"...I don't know."
Cale took out paper and wrote down a threat, that he wouldn't be able to come back if everything was still in chaos. He even said, not to overreact and that he could take care of himself, which made Alberu almost tear the paper. And Eruhaben clenched his fists wanting to hit a certain weak damn bastard.
After sending a letter (again) along with some jewels and diamonds as souvenirs (bribes) for his family. Cale let out a small mumble.
"I'll be back soon, so don't make a mess okay? I'm tired if this goes on."
aigo.. my head hurts..
"...I hope that when I come back, everything will be the same as before I left. It would be sad if there were a lot of changes... haaaaa.."
But what Cale didn't know was, his family became panicked and confused, when they realized that several places had disappeared or been damaged, because of their rampage and had changed shape.
Now they will be busy returning everything to normal and the god of death, moved, looked lovingly at his son, Cale with pride.
...suddenly I shivered...
So, while Secretive Plotter and the god of death were talking about Cale's world. Cale approached Kim Dokja and the two prophets who were busy discussing something.
What else does Dokja do?
Of course Cale forgot about the god of death book (Again).