Chapter 3
Chapter 3
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Translator: penny
Chapter: 3
Chapter Title: White Wolf Guild
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Stepping inside the guild building revealed a vast circular lobby.
It was so spacious that it reminded me of the imperial palace's grand ballroom in size alone.
"It's really huge...!"
"Our White Wolf Guild is number one in the country. It's probably the largest guild building in all of Korea."
Cha Seo-yoon smiled as she watched me craning my neck to take in the sights, then replied.
Even so, it was enormous.
The exterior had already looked impressive, but the inside exceeded all expectations.
The entrance doors were floor-to-ceiling glass, and in the center of the lobby hung a dazzling chandelier casting light everywhere.
How long had it been since I'd seen a modern building like this?
Ahead, I could see the reception desk and a staff-only door.
"Let's hold off on sightseeing for now and head up. We have a lot to discuss."
"Mm. I've seen plenty, so no need to worry. I was just fascinated by a modern building after so long."
Was I acting too undignified?
I spoke confidently and boarded the elevator ahead of the hunters.
Elevators were a real rarity for me too.
I remembered the first time in this reincarnated body.
A little girl's form that couldn't even handle mana yet.
Even if it was a body handcrafted by the goddess herself, it was still just optimized for mana control.
Climbing a hill used to make sweat pour down my back...
Reuniting with modern conveniences after so long was truly blissful.
"Heh—should I let you tour the building all day sometime?"
"No, no need."
I'd zoned out gawking again.
At Kang Jeong-woo's teasing words, I wiped the drool threatening to escape with my sleeve and waited quietly for arrival.
Soon, we reached the top floor.
As the elevator doors opened, a woman who looked like a secretary approached Seong Hyun-woo.
"We were informed you'd arrive soon... but who's the child?"
"For now, skip logging her as a visitor? I'll explain later."
"Y-yes... Understood."
Leaving the dazed secretary staring at me, we opened the massive doors ahead and entered.
Kang Jeong-woo and Cha Seo-yoon plopped naturally onto the sofa, light as feathers.
Seeing Seong Hyun-woo head to the leather chair facing the window, I sat on the sofa too.
"First off... good work. The Gwanghwamun Gate is cleared, one way or another."
"Well... we didn't even fight."
The three hunters in front of me all turned to look at once.
It felt a bit embarrassing.
"I'll outline the future plan. Speak up if you want changes or have other ideas."
Seong Hyun-woo's plan went like this.
First, we couldn't reveal I was the gate's boss. It would cause chaos and protests.
And since my existence was already exposed anyway, we'd introduce me to the press as an S-Rank hunter who awakened and got caught in the gate, allowing me to naturally stay with the guild.
"But the photos are from when we exited the gate, right? How do we explain that?"
"I think we can say she was a victim swept up when the gate formed. It's rare, but not impossible."
Seong Hyun-woo laid out the plan, with input from the other two.
Listening to the meeting stirred up dusty old memories.
The Entara Empire, my homeland—where the new emperor clung to dictatorship until it all fell apart.
'I grew quite attached back then... It was heartbreaking.'
Lost in thought, the meeting seemed to wrap up before I knew it.
"—So that's the plan. Any complaints, Ar?"
"Uh... yeah? Mm. Of course. I agree."
I hadn't really listened...
But what big issue could there be?
"I figured you'd have some gripes. You're mature in some ways."
"Not mature—Ar is an adult~ How old are you? Right?"
I nodded vaguely.
"Good. I'll compile and send the details you need to memorize soon. Everyone else, get back to work. Piles of it."
"Yes~ Take care, Master."
Ignoring Seong Hyun-woo's dismissal, Kang Jeong-woo, Cha Seo-yoon, and I left the guild master's office.
"I'll show Ar her place to stay. What about you, Jeong-woo?"
"Gonna grab some food. Haven't eaten yet today—starving."
"Alright then. See you later."
We parted from the two hunters we'd been with, and Cha Seo-yoon and I headed to my new lodging.
From the 32nd floor elevator down to the 1st.
Elevators really were convenient, even on second glance.
Indulging in modern life after so long, we soon reached the ground floor.
"The dorm is about a five-minute walk from here. Keep the robe on a bit longer—sorry if it's uncomfortable."
"Mm, got it. It's not uncomfortable, so don't worry."
As we passed through the lobby, staff occasionally greeted Cha Seo-yoon but paid little attention to me.
Magic tool's power, no doubt.
Elantara had tools infused with magic too, but even neighboring kingdoms' treasures couldn't match this robe's effect.
"This robe... must be incredibly valuable. I'll repay the favor of lending it someday."
"Huh? It's B-Rank... Er—well, yeah, pretty precious. Pay back with interest later?"
"Mm! I will. Tell me if you need anything."
Chatting idly as we walked, we arrived at a building before long.
I'd imagined guild dorms like imperial servants' quarters, but the exterior was luxurious.
"Front door opens like this. No card key yet, so I'll open it, but you'll get yours today."
"Mm. Understood. Tap the card on the screen and press..."
Cha Seo-yoon tapped her card key on the panel beside the door, and the glass slid open smoothly.
"Ar's room is on the 8th floor. Empty one there—use freely. Oh, and this building has elevators you'll love?"
"I don't love them that much. Just nostalgic after so long."
She giggled at my response.
These hunters who trembled at our first meeting were already teasing me.
We took the elevator to the 8th floor, walked the hall, and reached the leftmost door.
"Card key here too. It's vacant, so it opens now, but once you get yours, only you can."
"Mm, got it."
Unlocking with the card revealed a clean white-toned living room.
Sofa, TV, and even a kitchen on one side.
"Ta-da—! And bedroom this way!"
The bedroom had a bed big enough for two, plus a vanity.
Bathrooms: one off the living room, one in the bedroom. Two total.
"The place... looks amazing. Can I really use somewhere like this?"
"Huh? Didn't you live better in your world? As the hero who slew the Demon King."
Cha Seo-yoon asked quizzically.
"I lived in the mountains... Slept on a single mat."
"Ah... R-really? Well, it's your home now—use it however!"
She panicked at my dejected tone.
"I'll grab your card key and memorization stuff. Wait here, don't wander off alone."
"Alright, hurry back."
She glanced at my sulky face one last time before leaving.
I'd noticed it since arriving on Earth—my mental age felt younger.
In Elantara, I stayed calm even facing the world's end, emotions barely shifting.
Here, they flipped every minute.
Probably distancing from the goddess weakened her blessing, aligning my mind with this body's age.
Speaking of which, Elantara's goddess blessing lingered.
Faded, but definitely there.
'Did it really perish...?'
I'd assumed total destruction killed even the hidden Demon King, letting me return.
Wondering how to check, I lay on the bed waiting for Cha Seo-yoon.
"I'm back~ Oh? Lying down? Hold off on sleep a bit longer."
"Not sleepy. Bed's just comfy."
Cha Seo-yoon returned with a bundle, handing me a card key and a sheet of paper.
"Card key... And this is the info you need to memorize, printed out."
"Mm, thanks."
I took the paper and read it over.
Seo Ar, 13 years old, S-Rank Awakener, swept into Gwanghwamun Gate upon awakening.
Skills: Physical Enhancement (A) / Mana Manipulation (S) / Weapon Master (B)
More details followed, but my eyes stuck on one spot.
"These are clothes for you and sundries. Hunter ID tomorrow, phone and bank account... Ar? Problem?"
"Why... am I 13? I'm way past adulthood..."
"You said it was fine? I even asked earlier..."
Apparently, that's what I'd missed during the meeting.
My hand trembled slightly holding the paper.
Me, 13 years old? After all I've been through.
"Sorry, can we change it? I didn't hear properly..."
"Mm... Okay, I'll ask."
She called someone. Please let it be fixable...
"Hey bro, Ar wants to know if we can edit this? Yeah? No, just the age... Oh, really...? Got it. Take care."
Short call over, she looked at me.
"Um... Sorry, already sent to the press... Can't change."
"Wh... What."
Arshirientra, over 1048 years old.
Stuck as 13 for the foreseeable future.