Became the Weapon Monopolist of the Gods-Chapter 30: Contract

“Did you see the news? Rachel is coming to Korea.”

“I’m really looking forward to it. Who is she coming to thank?”

“I told you, she’s probably a connector.”

The café in Gangnam was buzzing with excitement.

The news of Rachel’s visit to Korea stirred not only the media but also the public. People were so excited that they openly expressed their anticipation even outside.

They were also gossiping about who the mysterious Korean person who helped Rachel was.

*“Sweet, sweet.”*

I smiled as I savored my Americano. The usually bitter Americano felt unusually sweet today. At this point, I think I could even drink espresso sweetly.

In the café in Gangnam, I quietly drank my coffee while listening to the conversation around me.

Before long, two people approached.

“Seo-jun Choi, it's good to see you again.”

“Yeah, nice to see you too.”

The person who greeted me was Hajinwoo, the 1st Team Leader of Yeomyeong's Constellation Guild.

He was the A-rank Hunter who had come to buy the Anwi's Sword earlier.

Kim Ha-yoon was with him.

When our coffee arrived, Hajinwoo started talking in earnest.

“I heard you wanted to join Yeomyeong’s Constellation Guild.”

“That’s correct.”

I had chosen Yeomyeong’s Constellation Guild because it could guarantee my anonymity.

Government organizations lagged behind guilds in terms of quality, and they were likely to make exhausting demands, so I ruled them out.

Government agencies often conscripted hunters for the so-called 'national service.'

Politicians yelled at the guild leaders, so I wondered how different it would be for me.

Having ruled out the government, the remaining options were Korea’s top three guilds.

Yeomyeong’s Constellation Guild, Samdochen, and Cheonmumun.

Unless I planned to move overseas, I had to align myself with one of these three.

And the guild operating out of Seoul, where I was staying, was Yeomyeong’s Constellation Guild.

“I heard that you received more detailed information through Kim Ha-yoon, the Team Leader.”

“Yes, that’s right.”

Anonymity guarantee, no involvement in gate operations, purchasing of by-products, and so on...

The conditions that Kim Ha-yoon proposed were so attractive that I couldn't turn them down.

It was simply a matter of living my usual life while enjoying the benefits.

“I’m here today to discuss something in addition to what you’ve already been informed of.”

Hajinwoo looked around before speaking.

“From here on, everything will be confidential, so please excuse me.”

In an instant, blue mana flowed out of Hajinwoo.

The mana enveloped the area around us in a transparent hemisphere.

The once noisy café fell silent.

It was as if we had stepped into a study hall; it was complete silence.

I’m sure that no matter what was said inside, it wouldn’t get out.

And judging by the fact that no one seemed to notice us, it wasn’t just about the sound.

As if to confirm my suspicion, Hajinwoo spoke.

“I’ve cast an isolation spell. Everything we say and do from now on will not be heard outside.”

*“Impressive.”*

As expected, the 1st Team Leader of one of the top three guilds had an impressive application of mana.

On the other hand, it also meant that I was important enough for someone of his caliber to come to negotiate.

“Seo-jun, we would like to offer you a VIP Hunter contract.”

“A VIP Hunter?”

“Yes, this contract is only offered to hunters of A-rank or higher.”

Then Hajinwoo began explaining the benefits that came with the VIP status.

Anonymity guarantee, the lowest commission on gate by-products in the industry, no involvement in gate operations, provision of housing and vehicles, and more...

The benefits were far superior to a standard anonymous hunter contract.

Of course, Yeomyeong’s Constellation Guild wouldn’t lose out either.

The gates that A-rank and higher hunters frequent were no ordinary gates.

Being able to monopolize the by-products from such high-level gates was already enough benefit for the guild.

And the very fact that they were making this offer proved that Hajinwoo suspected me of being a 'Connector.'

I had never revealed that I was a 'Connector' when I spoke to Kim Ha-yoon; I only said I wanted to join as an anonymous hunter.

As expected.

“In fact, we suspect that you are the Connector who’s been rumored around,” Hajinwoo said, his face tense as he looked at me.

Kim Ha-yoon’s eyes sparkled, clearly excited.

Watching their contrasting expressions, I nodded.

“Yes, I am the Connector.”

“...Hmm, so it’s true.”

“See, I told you it was true.”

Both of them couldn’t hide their joy. They had just learned the identity of the mysterious Connector that no one in Korea knew.

“When you gave me the Anwi’s Sword, I suspected you might be the Connector,” Kim Ha-yoon said.

“I know,” I replied. I had sensed her attempts to test me several times.

“Then, can you show us proof that you're the Connector?”

Proof.

I thought for a moment about what I could show them, then pulled something out of my dimensional backpack.

Inside a transparent crystal, there was a warm flame flickering — a magic stone.

“That’s...!” Kim Ha-yoon exclaimed in surprise.

“It’s a Seolhwa Stone.”

This magic stone, which replenished my insufficient mana, was the most definitive proof that I was a Connector.

I had written ‘Connector’ in the Contributor section when I received the Seolhwa Stone, which was the first-place reward from the Trial of the Crown.

Kim Ha-yoon was second.

Ignoring her disappointed gaze at the Seolhwa Stone, Hajinwoo got to the point.

“Thank you for the confirmation. Now, let’s proceed with the contract.”

As if it were expected, Hajinwoo presented the VIP contract. However, I didn’t take it.

“I’ll go with the anonymous contract.”

“Huh? Why...”

“I think it’ll be more comfortable for me.”

Though the VIP contract was certainly tempting, it wasn’t something I could accept without thought.

If I accepted everything for free, Yeomyeong’s Constellation Guild would be able to monitor my every move.

Though they claimed there was no obligation to get involved in gate operations, there was a clause about helping in times of crisis.

That would allow the guild to even learn about Jeanne.

*“That’s not going to happen.”*

I didn’t want to drag Jeanne into this unnecessarily.

Of course, I also wanted to maintain some distance from the guild in general.

Once you owe them, you’ll be pulled around.

A mutually beneficial relationship where you give and take in moderation was the ideal distance.

It wasn’t like I was in desperate need of anything.

“Well, you should at least consider it...”

“If it’s not an anonymous hunter contract, I’ll leave.”

Though it felt odd to see a hunter pleading with me—something I could never have imagined in the past—I firmly rejected the offer.

Contracts should be approached rationally.

“Well, it’s unfortunate, but I guess there’s nothing we can do. Alright, in that case, we’ll waive the by-product commission for you.”

“I’ll rely on you then.”

“Haha, we should be the ones relying on you.”

And so, I entered the shadow of Yeomyeong’s Constellation Guild.

*

After signing the contract with Yeomyeong’s Constellation Guild, I sold off all the magic stones I had been accumulating.

“No commission, 40 million won. It’s already been transferred.”

“Thank you. Also, I’d like some help finding a house.”

“Don’t worry about the house. Yeomyeong’s Constellation Guild manages some properties. I’ll send you a list soon.”

*“As expected, it’s nice to have the guild.”*

My worries were resolved in an instant, and I felt refreshed.

After finalizing my contract with Yeomyeong’s Constellation Guild and dealing with all the pending matters, I returned home.

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“Jeanne, was there anything uncomfortable while you were here?”

“No, it was actually really comfortable. You both seem like really nice people.”

Well, they were my parents, after all, but both of them were kind people.

However, I noticed that Jeanne’s clothes had changed. She was now wearing a sky-blue dress that looked like it could fly away.

*“Now that I think about it, she was wearing something different yesterday too.”*

Jeanne had been staying at our house for two days. During that time, she never wore the same outfit twice.

“Oppa, you’re back?”

The culprit, smiling gleefully, crawled out of the living room.

“So, how do you think Jeanne looks in this?”

“She looks good, but take it easy.”

“Of course, I’m taking it easy.”

Jeanne’s constantly changing outfits were all the work of Choi Seoyeon.

She was obsessed with dressing Jeanne up, as though she were playing with dolls.

Thank goodness Jeanne was kind. If it had been anyone else, they would have already thrown a punch.

In the living room, my father, Choi Do-jun, was watching the news.

—Cardinal Francis arrived at Incheon Airport this morning around 11 a.m.

—His purpose for visiting Korea is believed to be to search for candidates for sainthood.

“Tsk tsk, the Catholic Church is done for. It’s over,” my father clicked his tongue.

The news summarized as follows:

[Archbishop Ambrosio of Yeoksam Diocese discovered traces of an awakened person believed to be a ‘candidate for sainthood’...]

[Cardinal Francis of the Vatican arrived in Korea to confirm the sainthood candidate.]

[However, it seems the real intention is to recruit awakened individuals from Korea...]

In the past century, more than a dozen people had been designated as candidates for sainthood by the Vatican.

The only one recognized as truly saintly was *Mother Teresa*.

Since her death, the Church hadn’t produced any new saints.

Anyway, the Vatican’s method of ◈ Nоvеlіgһт ◈ (Continue reading) scouting was to invite awakened individuals from countries, including Korea, to the Vatican under the pretext of finding sainthood candidates.

This event took place during the raid on the "Holy War" dungeon, a gate of the Darkness attribute.

But it seemed like they were really desperate this time. Seeing that even the Cardinal came to beg...

I glanced at Jeanne.

She seemed totally uninterested and didn’t even look at the TV. Since I wasn’t particularly interested either, I let it pass.

[Cardinal Francis is expected to stay in Korea until he finds the sainthood candidate...]

The news update echoed through the living room.