Beginning
One full month after Jin entered the world…
Inside one of the Association's offices — a side conversation between employees
Employee 1:
Did you see that kid who came out of the Gate?
Employee 2:
Of course. He's incredible. He mastered the language and adapted to this world in just one month! Hahaha.
Employee 1:
Weren't you the one saying he was a monster disguised as a human? Hahaha!
Employee 2:
Shut up, you idiot!
Investigator Park's Office
The investigator lifted his head from behind his desk and looked at the boy sitting across from him.
Investigator Park:
Are you ready to step into the world, Jin?
Jin:
Yes, Investigator… but honestly, I don't know what I should do after that.
The investigator smiled calmly.
Investigator Park:
That's fine. With your capabilities, you'll become an excellent Hunter.
Jin:
That's good. The Association can't support me forever, right?
(chuckles lightly)
Investigator Park:
Your Hunter license and your new identity will be issued this evening. You can leave right after.
That Evening
Jin stood quietly, examining the card in his hands.
Jin:
B-rank Hunter…
Name: Kim Suho.
His expression stiffened slightly.
Jin:
It looks fine, but… where did my real name go?
The investigator burst out laughing.
Investigator Park:
A special ID under your real name will be issued later. What matters now is that you have a Korean identity so you can live normally.
Suho… how about enrolling in an academy?
Suho:
Huh? There are still magic academies in this era too?!
Investigator Park:
Hahaha, yes. They operate almost the same way as in your world. You'll meet people around your age.
I know you don't need it to grow stronger, but integration into society is important.
Suho thought for a few seconds, then smiled.
Suho:
Alright, it might be fun.
And also… I'm sorry, Investigator, but I don't think I'll work with the Association for now. I'd rather be on my own.
Investigator Park:
What matters most is that you do what feels right to you, kid.
He handed him a key and a card.
Investigator Park:
This is the key to your apartment, and a bank card issued by the government. All Gate Survivors receive one.
Contact me anytime if you need help.
Suho:
Thank you very much… you've helped me a lot.
Later — In Front of the Association President's Office
Inside the office, a man sat behind an elegant desk, his back to the door, gazing out the window.
His powerful build and dignified presence radiated silent authority.
It was the Association President — Baek Joo-hyun.
Investigator Park:
You treated that boy kindly, President. It seems he caught your interest.
President Joo-hyun:
I saw his potential with my own eyes…
That boy must not be allowed to stray from his path.
Investigator Park:
I can't argue with your judgment.
I hope he becomes a great asset to our country.
Suho's Apartment — Night
Suho opened the door and looked around with admiration.
Suho:
A nice place… and the bathroom is amazing.
Taking a bath in my world was a real struggle.
(a wry smile)
He glanced at his phone, then at the date.
Suho:
One month left until the semester begins…
I'll leave the entrance exam for the weekend.
Should I go to the Tower now?
In Front of the Tower — Central Seoul
Suho stood before the towering structure.
He wore a black shirt and pants, along with a long coat of the same color.
In his left hand was a new sword of a familiar design—
a sword from the world of Murim.
He raised his head and looked up.
Suho:
Alright… shall we begin?
(an eager smile)
He stepped into the Tower, and his body vanished into the light.
First Floor — Starting City
He opened his eyes to find himself inside a massive, fully developed city—
buildings, roads, and even natural landscapes.
Suho:
What is this…?
A whole city?! This is amazing!
Suddenly, a translucent window appeared before him.
Suho:
What's this?
Is this the system they told me about?
[System]
Status Window
Initializing…
Activation complete.
Name: Kim Suho
Age: 17
Race: Human
Class: Magic Swordsman
Titles: None
Level: Lv.1
Mana / Inner Energy: 35
Strength: 23
Endurance: 40
Agility: 30
Intelligence: 25
Traits:
Dark Element (Innate Magical Attribute)
Superhuman Mind
Overwhelming Swordsmanship Talent
Rational
Kind-hearted
Skills:
Sixth Sense (Lv.1)
Formless Sword Mastery (Advanced)
Aura Control (Low)
Horizontal Slash
Vertical Slash
Thrust
Mana Projectile
Suho studied the window thoughtfully.
Suho:
Hmm… the stats are good, but I don't think I can fully trust this evaluation.
His gaze stopped at the traits.
Suho:
Dark Element…
This is different from black magic. It doesn't require dark mana or demonic energy…
So that explains how I was able to use it.
Then he smiled.
Suho:
Sixth Sense…
Looks like the sensory perception I gained from spreading my energy outward.
He let out a sigh.
Suho:
Everything makes sense, but… I'll need to learn a proper sword style in the future.
His eyes paused on two lines.
Suho:
"Superhuman Mind" and "Overwhelming Swordsmanship"…
Is the system praising me?
(an embarrassed yet proud smile)
[System]:
Would you like to enter the player's first Trial?
Suho slowly raised his sword.
Suho:
Let's begin.
End of Chapter Two