Raptor Rampage and the Broadcast Offer
The level 132 monster, Raptor.
It looked like a giant, agile lizard.
Velociraptor?
It resembled that dinosaur.
But instead of ordinary skin, it had flesh like steel, making it obvious at a glance just how tough it was.
Its claws were long too, giving the impression of wielding multiple swords.
Mu-hyuk first sent his Armor Knights forward to surround it, then cast Storm on his summons.
Storm, Storm, Storm…
His MP drained away at a rapid pace.
“Whew, maxed out.”
Just as his MP hit rock bottom.
Exchange.
He converted HP to MP, then reapplied Storm.
Storm, Storm.
When his MP bottomed out again.
Dormancy Trigger.
He activated the new skill.
HP and MP are replenished.
All stats increase by 15% for 5 minutes.
He immediately kicked off the ground.
Wind Step.
--------!
It felt like the world was crumbling. It was just 15 percent, but that boost upended everything he'd experienced so far.
His movement speed skyrocketed, closing the distance to the Raptor in proportion.
For a split second, he wondered if he could even control this velocity.
Fortunately, his senses had sharpened too—the Raptor's swinging foreclaw felt slower than expected.
This should be doable.
He could dodge with room to spare.
Hup!
He twisted his body slightly, slipping to the Raptor's flank.
Then he swung the sword in his hand.
With Storm active, an explosion erupted.
The sound hit first, followed by flames filling his vision—but by then, Mu-hyuk was already on the Raptor's opposite side.
Fast, so fast…!
He swung his sword wildly.
Slash, shh-shh-slash.
Yet he effortlessly evaded the beast's attacks.
It was like strolling through a slowed world.
An electrifying thrill.
And the fact that it wouldn't die easily made it even better. Perfect for testing his new skill thoroughly.
Thanks to its level-over-130 defenses and massive HP.
Of course, he could kill it with sustained attacks, but there was no need. His goal was purely to gauge the skill's effects.
Satisfied, he pulled back from the Raptor.
“Whew…”
Releasing Wind Step restored time's normal flow. A brief dizziness hit, but it faded quickly—no big deal.
Nice.
Dormancy Trigger was a resounding success.
Worth more than a single life.
It was a finisher that could fell foes he couldn't normally beat.
But with only 5 minutes of duration and post-use penalties, caution was key.
Good thing I have skeletons.
They could cover that flaw.
Mu-hyuk eyed the glowing Raptor and nodded.
It had used a healing skill—its wounds were closing.
Healing types like that weren't much trouble for him.
Just overwhelm with numbers.
Time to finish it.
He commanded his skeletons.
Bone Swords, charge.
Cavalry, charge.
The Bone Swords and Cavalry closed in.
Kieeeek!
The instant its attack connected—boom.
Kaboom, kwarung!
Storm's effect.
Mage spells rained on the damaged beast, followed by bone arrows from Armor Archers and Bone Bows.
The Armor Knights and Armor Cavalry's skills were more than enough to melt it down.
Oh…?
Then it hit him.
“Ha, got it.”
His boosted physical stats—and all his numbers—included his summons. The skeletons had grown a bit stronger too.
“Good work, everyone.”
Mu-hyuk smiled in satisfaction, praised his skeletons, and pressed onward.
*
He'd sent all his skeletons to the Demon Realm and logged out. Time for dinner.
After debating what to eat, he ordered delivery— a premium bento for 15,000 won.
While waiting, he browsed the Illusion homepage.
Checking this and that, he opened his inbox and spotted a familiar subject.
Illusion?
He clicked it.
It was an invitation to join Illusion TV.
“Hm?”
This time, there was an attachment.
A temporary contract.
Mu-hyuk downloaded the file. Opening it brought up a HWP document with the terms.
“Oh?”
The first thing that caught his eye was the money clause.
Signing bonus of 3 million won?
Plus a guaranteed minimum of 5 million won per month.
With the condition of at least 18 hours of streaming per week.
As he read on, his eyes widened.
“Whoa, for real?”
Article 7, Clause 1.
Coupons from viewers: 100 won each, with 85 won going straight to him.
That could rake it in.
But he hesitated.
Troublesome…
Money was nice, but he wasn't sure he could entertain like other streamers. Plus, his family was doing fine now.
No emergencies.
In the past, his paralysis had bankrupted them—but now, things were comfortable.
Wait.
Suddenly curious.
Are they really okay?
He hadn't checked on his parents lately. He'd just assumed.
“Hmm.”
After agonizing, he called Kang Ji-yeon.
(What?)
“Any issues at home lately?”
(Issues?)
“Yeah, like needing money or something.”
(Nah.)
“Really?”
(Yeah. That why you called?)
“Yep.”
(Hanging up!)
Good, no big problems.
No money worries, but…
Still, chatting couldn't hurt. He texted the contact in the email.
His phone rang almost immediately.
“Yes.”
(Hello. This is Park Hyun-sik, team leader at Illusion TV. You're Mu-hyuk, the Gangster Necromancer, right?)
“Yes.”
(Got your text. Shy, huh?)
“Yes.”
(Illusion TV thrives on viewer interaction, so fun is key—but it's not mandatory.)
“Oh?”
(Just turn on Illusion TV like recording and play. Viewers drop in out of curiosity. No pressure to chase popularity.)
“Can I really?”
(Of course. Illusion's reach is huge. Plus, it's early days—few streamers yet.)
No need for interaction?
Perfect for Mu-hyuk.
No reason to refuse.
“If that's it, sure…”
(Thank you! We need to draft the contract, so how about meeting to discuss?)
“Fine by me.”
(I'll come to you.)
“No, I'll head over.”
(Oh? Then Illusion HQ…)
“Yes. Lunch tomorrow.”
(Got it.)
He hung up and leaned back.
Tour the HQ too.
And tomorrow, buy some stocks with spare cash.
Ding-dong.
Lost in thought, the bell rang.
“Delivery!”
“Coming!”
He rushed out, paid by card, and devoured the bento.
“Ah, stuffed.”
Brushed his teeth and logged back into Illusion.
Experience gained from Demon Realm.
Experience gained from Demon Realm...
Bone Sword 1 has been reverse-summoned...
Bone Sword 3 has been reverse-summoned...
Experience gained from Demon Realm...
Armor Knight 2 has been reverse-summoned...
All wiped out.
Demon Realm exp wasn't enough for stats yet.
“Skeleton Summon.”
He resummoned and wandered Alpono Mountains' outskirts, slaying Raptors to close in on the lab.
Next day.
At 9 AM, he opened his brokerage app. Logged in with cert, searched Illusion.
Share price: 6.4 million won each.
He invested 192 million won for 30 shares.
Tsk, barely 30 with 200 million.
Total Illusion shares now: 170.
Still insane.
He chuckled at the irony—buying Illusion stock with Illusion earnings.
Won't change.
How many more can I snag?
That was fun too.
Wonder about others.
Curious, he checked the stock forum. Dividend posts everywhere.
One announced dividends starting this year, with a news link.
Time flies.
Illusion paying shareholders already.
The news: 100,000 won per share dividend.
Under 2 percent?
1.6% on 6.4 million.
But 170 shares meant 17 million won. Unexpected bonus—felt great.
Payout in March-April.
Mu-hyuk grinned and left the forum.
Already 10 AM.
Quick Illusion login: summoned skeletons, sent to Demon Realm, logout.
Packed his bags.
Moving prep too.
Lunch at HQ.
Busy.
Just clothes and dishes took 2 hours.
“Whew.”
Decent progress.
Showered, dressed sharp, headed to Illusion HQ.
The Gangnam building was sleek, modern, luxurious.
Parked, elevator to 8th floor.
Illusion TV office.
More people than expected.
“Excuse me.”
“Who're you?”
“Appointment with Team Leader Park Hyun-sik.”
“Name?”
“Mu-hyuk. He'll know.”
“One sec.”
Staffer went in, emerged with the team leader.
“You're here!”
“Yes.”
“Come in.”
Into the office, sofa. He brewed tea. Sipped as team leader sat opposite, briefcase in tow.
“Thrilled to meet you. No need to come all this way…”
“It's fine. Wanted to see HQ.”
“I see. Lunch?”
“Not yet.”
“Eat out and talk?”
“Sure.”
“I'll guide to a spot. Sushi fan?”
“Love it.”
Left HQ, rode team leader's car. Traffic at lunch, but close—arrived quick.
“Here.”
Classic Japanese vibe.
Ordered first.
“S Course, please.”
“Right away.”
Every dish fresh.
“How's the taste?”
“Great.”
“Haha, good. Now…”
Team leader slid over the contract. Mu-hyuk scanned it.
“Hm?”
The key terms had changed.
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