Solo Leveling Season 4 | The Final Battle & The Academy Arc | The Sidestories | New (Manhwa Version)

Previously, as Entures, the Monarch of Destruction unleashes a massive monowave for Jin Wu to sense his location, declaring, "I'm right here." The monowave is so powerful that it is felt around the entire world and reaches Jyn Wu. Entari says, "I've already taken the lives of tens of millions of your kind. How much longer are you planning to hide?" Jyn Wu responds, "I will come and meet you soon." Fast forward. Antari Stood on the rooftop of a ruined building, staring out over the battlefield. He noticed that Sun Jin Wu had been eerily quiet since that day

and wondered what the hunter might be planning. Facing an army of 10 million, a head-on charge would be suicide. Perhaps Jin Wu had withdrawn, hidden in the deepest abyss. As Antares brooded, a rocket slammed into him without warning, followed by more missiles that rained down in quick succession. Fire and smoke Swallowed the area. Military jets circled above and radioed that the target had been struck. Though from their vantage, it was impossible to tell whether the blow had been effective. While soldiers and pilots tried to verify the strike, the land itself began to shimmer with an

ominous light. A gigantic, unblinking eye opened on the field, and a towering shadow took form. The presence coalesed into Antrees, who finding the spectacle dull, dismissed it As boring, then erased every soldier nearby in an instant. The scene cut to the shadow castle created for Sun Jin Wus use. Inside, Jin Wu sat in silence, plotting his next move. His gaze drifted to a message scrolled on the wall. A small smile crossed his face as he thought of Buir and silently offered thanks. From the darkness, Buu stepped forward with tears in his eyes. He understood that

Jyn Wu intended to face the monarch of destruction. Bellian Appeared as well and warned that the coming fight was far too dangerous. Echoed Bellians concern. Jin Wu acknowledged their worry, but made it clear that some dangers had to be met regardless of the cost. Then he asked Bellian what Ashborne would have done if he were in the same position. Bellian answered that Ashborne would have acted without hesitation. Nothing would have stopped him from doing what needed to be done. Jyn Wu smiled at the reply. In That moment, Bellian saw the ghost of Ashbborne reflected in

Jin Wu and realized they could not keep him from going. Buu, Bellian, and Igris lowered themselves on bended knee and pledged their loyalty. Bellian vowed to stand by Jin Wu until the end. Jyn Wu rose and the shadow contingent ready to march. As they moved out, Bellian urged him to contact his family. Jyn Wu refused. He explained that if he heard their voices now, he might falter and be unable to Move forward. Back on the battlefield, a military plane being chased by a dragon was shot down. The pilot ejected and parachuted to the ground, only

to land in a scene of pure slaughter. Monstrous figures were cutting down everything in their path. Terrified, he scrambled for cover when a strange liquid splashed onto his shoulder. The pilot spun to confront a charging creature. He dodged a brutal lunge, fumbled for his weapon, and emptied his magazine point blank Into the monster's face. The bullets had no visible effect. As the creature closed in and the pilot braced for death, he blinked. When his eyes reopened, the attacker laid dead at his feet. Confused, he looked up and found Sun Jin Wu standing nearby. Jin Wu

ordered the man to run. More monsters were on the way. The pilot screamed a warning, but Jin Wu lifted his daggers and without taking a step drew a single precise slash that wiped the approaching Horde from existence. He declared that this was only the first step of the war. After the skirmish, Jin Wu used shadow extraction on the fallen monsters, converting their remnants into new shadow soldiers who would stand under his command. The scene returned to Antress. He felt the shadow monarch's presence and informed the other monarchs that Jin Wu had arrived. Yagman urged an

immediate all-out strike while Tarnac pointed out he could not detect any army Of the dead among Jin Wu soldiers. Antari suspected Jin Wu was deliberately spreading his forces across the field, absorbing enemy numbers little by little. He judged the hunter was buying time by avoiding a direct clash and wondered what the shadow monarch's true objective could be. In Korea, Wu Jun Chul watched the news with a hollow expression. Reporters said the hunters who had gone to subjugate the demons had been wiped out and that US military Units sent to buy time for evacuations had also

been annihilated. The footage showed a world slipping into ruin. Woo reflected grimly that after Canada, even the United States, the planet's most powerful military, was being overrun. All humanity could do now was hope for a miracle. The thought of what might actually stop this calamity felt impossible. The view cut back to the battlefield where hundreds of fresh shadow soldiers surged forward like a Black tsunami, swallowing ground as they advanced. Darkness spread across the field, swallowing light and sound. A streak of purple light sliced through the chaos. It was Jin Wu cutting down monsters and expanding

his ranks through shadow extraction. As he moved, a giant-type creature locked onto him and unleashed a devastating blow. The impact rippled across the plane. From the dust, Jin Wu emerged unharmed, having evaded the strike. He drove forward, aiming for The monster's leg, and with one clean swing of his dagger severed it. Before the creature could recover, the shadow army flooded in and tore it apart. Standing amid the remains, Jin Wu sensed movement above. He looked up to see dragons crowding the sky, spiraling downward with terrifying speed. Jin Wu considered whether the army of doom had

begun its advance. He could not sense the dragon king among them, so they were not yet at full strength. That detail Gave him a little time. He reasoned that if Ant hesitated, Jin Wu only needed to give him a reason to move. Jin Wu used shadow extraction to revive the fallen giant. As dragons closed in, the giant's shadow reached for them and struck, felling several at once. The victory was short-lived. A massive fireball split the sky, and in an instant, the resurrected behemoth was blasted to pieces. A colossal dragon descended and proclaimed that it served

the dragon King and would annihilate any who dared oppose him with mere puppets of mana. The dragon had not noticed Jin Wu behind it until the last moment. The beast whirled to face him, only to be cut down with a single decisive swing from Carish's blade. Its neck cleaved and life ended instantly. Far away, Antaris felt the loss among the dragon forces and acknowledged that the shadow monarch was growing stronger. Realizing that further hesitation risked everything, Antaris chose to confront Jin Wu in person. He ordered the monarch of transfiguration to remain and wait with the

ambush, open portals across the sky and vowed that he would not let the shadow monarch escape. The story shifted to another district where the military tried to contain the chaos in the streets. Their rifles and heavy weapons had no real effect on the invading magical beasts. The commanding officer ordered his troops to keep firing Without conserving ammunition, directing them to target limbs in the hope of slowing the monsters and buying time for hunter reinforcements. It was useless. The monsters closed the gap and began slaughtering the soldiers. Just as an ogre charged the line, a single

crushing punch sent it flying. Thomas Andre had arrived on the battlefield. Thomas smirked as he took in the scene and told the soldiers that he'd fought the likes of these in dungeons before. There were Many of them, but they were not particularly resilient. His presence sparked hope among the troops, who dared to believe that with Thomas here, they might survive. Suddenly, Thomas sensed a powerful presence and spun around. Tarnac, the monarch of Steel Body, stood among the attacking creatures, regarding him as the same human from their previous encounter. Tarnax sneered that Thomas had been a

fragile vessel who nearly died at the beast monarch's hands And proclaimed himself the king of monstrous humanoids. He made clear that with a thought he could end the man's life. Thomas showed no fear. He answered that Tarnac's assessment was wrong. As shadows rose behind him, he made it plain he had no patience for being toyed with. Bellian materialized beside Thomas. The sight of the shadow army at Thomas's back stunned Tarnac. He demanded to know why the shadows were present, assuming they had been hiding Within the human's shadow to conceal themselves. Tarnac tried to alert the

other monarchs, but his attempt at communication was blocked. Intercepted by Tusk, taken aback, Tarnac realized that this tactic did not resemble the shadow monarch's usual direct methods of passing judgment. Rage flared through Tarnac as he began to transform. He concluded the strategy bore a human signature and snarled that he does not qualify to be a monarch. Bruce stepped Forward mana pulsing around him and demanded that Tarnac take back his words. Insulting his king was a grave offense. Enraged, Tarnac shouted that no mere soldier could stand in the way of monarchs. Fully transformed, the monarch of

steel body towered over Biru and readied himself for combat. The scene cut to the wider sky where the shadow monarch Sun Jin Wu faced Antre the monarch of destruction. Antre wondered why he could not reach the monarch of Steel body telepathically and suspected either betrayal or direct interference by the shadow monarch. Without further warning, Antre struck, determined to kill Jyn Wu. The sudden attack stunned Jin Wu and shattered the ground where he'd been standing. When the dust cleared, Antares looked up to find Jyn Wu hovering in the air. He had narrowly avoided the blow. Jin

Wu summoned his forces. From the shadows, an armada of shadow dragons poured forth and began to Rain down toward Antaris. Meanwhile, in China, sevenstar hunter Lu Jagang was clearing rampaging giants from the streets. After felling one, he muttered that giants weren't much trouble unless they were fought at sea. Then, a tremor of power washed over him. The land's magic was quivering. Tens of thousands of hunters must be battling beasts at once. Even from his position, he felt the sting of that mana. The scene cut to Antares, who launched a massive Explosion that rocked the battlefield.

Scattering shards of shadow high into the air. Antares mocked the shadow monarch, implying those scattered soldiers were all that remained of Jin Wus force. He accused the shadow monarch of diverting his main troops to confront the monarch of the iron body while sending only weaklings to stall him. As Entures peered closer, he noticed Sunung Jin Wu slipping into a portal. Enraged and Terry surged after The portal, vowing he would not allow the shadow monarch to escape. On the far side, Antar's froze. The full shadow army stood ready, an undeniable sign that Jyn Wu had already

neutralized the iron body monarchs forces. Turning his gaze, Anties saw Tarnac, the king of monstrous humanoids and monarch of the Iron Body, reduced and broken, missing three limbs. Buu sat at top Tarnac, silent and cold. Anter acknowledged that Jyn Wu had taken out the Ironbi Monarch's forces first, then moved to draw him out. He conceded to himself that strategically it was an effective plan. Entre turned toward Jin Wu and dismissed the show of strength as ultimately meaningless. Suddenly, Yogamund, the monarch of transfiguration, appeared perched at top a ruined building, his presence announcing a new threat.

The sky above them filled with countless gates, shimmering portals that opened like Wounds in the heavens. And trees declared those gates to be Yogaman's work and announced that through them he could summon limitless reinforcements. Dragons poured into the sky, a hurricane of draconic force ready to crush the shadow army. Antrees boasted that Jyn Wu's plan had been destroyed, and that the hunter's miscalculation would be his undoing. Instead of panicking, Jyn Wu gave a small, calculating smile and began to recall his shadow soldiers one By one. Antra, seeing the shadow army withdraw, assumed Jin Wu had

acknowledged the vast difference in their power and was conceding. As the dragons closed in, Jin Wu activated a new ability, a soul shattering roar granted by the runstone taken from Kamish. That skill unleashed a manachcharge cry that drove weaker beings into despair and incapacitation. A nightmare specifically devastating to the dragon race. The roar struck the Dragons and even Yogamund himself, leaving them staggered and felled by its effect. Seizing the moment, Jyn Wu materialized beside Antares and seized the monarch by the arm, signaling that Entares would be taken along. Using shadow exchange, Jin Wu instantly teleported

away with Entares in tow. And in that instant, Entaris felt the terrible realization that every move Jin Wu had made up to this point had been orchestrated to produce exactly this Moment. The scene shifted to an inhabited island where Sun Jin Wu and his shadow army had taken position. Sun Jin Wu had brought Entries to that isolated location. When Antares asked where they were, Sun Jin Wu explained that the island lay on the opposite side of the world from Antares's forces. Entries quickly grasped the hunter's plan and acknowledged that in a full-scale war, Sun Jin

Wus mana would have been exhausted far sooner, so Luring the monarch away alone was a clever tactic. Entares glanced at the castle behind Sun Jin Wu and asked if it belonged to the hunter. Sun Jin Wu confirmed that it did. An entre dismissed the fortress as unimpressive for someone who held the title of shadow monarch. Sun Jin Wu prepared for battle, summoning his weapons and noting that the castle would be a fitting place to mark Antre's end. Entre began to transform, declaring that the coming Fight would test whether he could hold out until his troops

arrived. In an instant, a gigantic dragon materialized before Sun Jin Wu and the shadow soldiers. The perspective cut to Lady Selner watching from a window as dragons ravaged the land below. Director David stood behind her and observed that mana of many types was running wild and spilling across the region. He admitted he had doubted Sunjin Wus warnings and asked what they could possibly do Now. Lady Selner replied that Sunung Jin Wu was not the only hunter left to fight. The scene shifted to Thomas Andre who was cutting down demons that were attacking the country. As

Lady Selner explained that hunters from around the world had joined the struggle from E-rank up through S-rank, she noted that an E-rank hunter's abilities were only marginally stronger than a normal persons. So beyond wielding magical weapons, their contribution was limited. The same constraints applied in varying degrees to D-rank and C-rank hunters. Typically, an E-rank might fell a single beast, a D-rank maybe three, and a C rank around 10. Even Sranks who could kill thousands would eventually be worn down like stars burning out. Yet when those individual lights fell and traced faint patterns across the sky,

the combined shape hinted at something beyond the loss. People called that faint collective shape hope. The story Moved back to Korea where an aid informed Wu Jun Choul that Sun Jin Wu had succeeded in luring Antares to an uninhabited island near Japan. Wu Jin Cho recalled Sun Jin Wus explanation. The island spanned tens of kilometers and had once been the site where a giant's gate collapsed, leaving massive lingering man, perhaps the very reason the hunter had hidden there. The aid asked whether they should dispatch hunters to the island as a precaution. Woo pointed out that

nearly all S-rank hunters were currently deployed to the US effort. He questioned what kind of reinforcements they could possibly spare. The aid suggested sending E-rank hunters as a precautionary measure. Wu reminded him that Sun Jin Wu had once been an E-rank hunter himself and that history showed even an E-rank could rise to become a hero. The scene moved to Sun Jin Wu who was locked in combat with Entares, the monarch of destruction on An inhabited island. Sunjin Wu rode a top the massive dragon Kaisle, circling as Antrees began gathering a devastating fireball. Before Entares could

unleash the blast, a shadow soldier clamped the dragon's jaws shut. As Antares turned toward the sabatur, the figure revealed himself as Bellion, who transformed his sword into a whip to prevent the beast from using its breath. Seizing that opening, Jin Wus shadow giants surged forward and bound the dragon, Holding it immobile. At the same time, Tusk unleashed a powerful spell that struck Antares and drew a pained roar from the monarch. Allowing no time to recover, Buu and Greed charged with blinding speed, slamming into the dragon's face and driving its head into the ground. Simultaneously, Igris

channeled lightning through his long sword and struck, electrocuting Antares and inflicting serious damage. From his position in the air, Sun Jin Wu watched His soldiers press the assault against the towering dragon. Seeing the damage accumulate, he noted that the tactic appeared to be working. To everyone's shock and Terry's merely smirked and described the situation as amusing. He reminded Jyn Wu that he had long taken pleasure in crushing foes through sheer numbers. Yet now he found being outnumbered entertaining. Sun Jin Wu was takenback by the monarch's reaction. Rising to his feet, Antress activated Dragon's Fear and

released a deafening roar, vowing to show the hunters the true power at his command. The wave of terror caused many of the shadow soldiers to begin disintegrating. Watching his forces dissolve, Jin Wu realized he could not maintain control and deliberately recalled his summons. Before he could regroup, Antaris materialized directly in front of him. Antaries unleashed a breath of fire with devastating force. The blast vaporized Kaisel in an instant and seared the island's surface. When the smoke cleared and Terry stood amid the ruin and declared that this demonstration was the true power he embodied, he explained

that the avatar of destruction did not hesitate to sacrifice itself for the sake of war. He described himself as an amalgam of blood, screams, madness, and ruin. A being forged solely for conflict. In short, Entares identified himself as the king of dragons and the Monarch of destruction. Confronted with that force, Jin Wu realized that even the vast mana that had sunk into the earth after the king of giants death had been insufficient to blunt Antas' assault. He understood that even immortal soldiers would be annihilated by a direct hit from the monarch's breath. While Jin Wu

absorbed that grim truth, Antress reverted to humanoid form and descended before him. Entarus told the shadow monarch there was no need to Be overly nervous. He admitted that when Jyn Wu had grabbed his arm earlier, he could have broken free. He added that he had not done so because Jyn Wu had impressed him by cornering him. As a fellow monarch entry said he had hoped for a quiet conversation, he reminded Jin Wu that if the hunter had inherited the previous shadow monarch's memories, he would know their true enemy was not of this world. That enemy

lay beyond the skies, the army of the rulers. Entures Warned that the ruler's only purpose was to exterminate monarchs born of darkness. He emphasized that Sunung Jin Wu was no exception to that threat. And Tyrese admitted he had once planned to eliminate Jin Wu and then prepare to fight the rulers, but witnessing the hunter's fighting style had changed his mind. He argued that Jyn Wus talents differed from Ashborns and that within those differences, he saw the prospect of glorious victory. Anter Offered that if Jyn Wu wished his family spared, he would ensure their safety. He

pledged that he could also preserve Jin Wus country if asked. And if Jyn Wu desired that Antz and his soldiers leave the land, they would withdraw quietly. And Tou urged Jin Wu to become the ruler of the land, not merely of the castle on the hill. He clarified that he meant rule over the entire planet. Entourage asserted that Jin Wu possessed the qualifications to hold such power. Extending his hand, Antares proposed that all Jyn Wu needed to do was take it. He promised that together they could defeat the ruler soldiers and restore peace and freedom

to Jin Wus family, his nation, and the world. Finally, Antas asked whether the shadow monarch would join him in alliance. Hearing Antar's words, Sunjin Wu scoffed and dismissed the offer as laughable. He added that Antar's eyes already betrayed a desire to kill, so the promise could Not be trusted. Watching Jyn Wu prepare for battle, Antaris admitted he could no longer hide his intent. He said the offer had been his final act of mercy. Then Antaris lunged towards Sunungjin Wu. As Antar's arm reached out, it transformed into a massive dragonclaw. At the last instant, Sunjin Wu

jumped back and summoned Kaisle. While Antares finished his transformation, he spat a gout of flame at Sun Jin Wu and Kaisil, but both evaded the attack. Sunung Jin Wu ordered Kaisle to dive downward. Once within range, Sun Jin Wu leapt at the dragon's neck and slashed along its throat as he landed a top Kaisle. Looking at the cut, he realized it hadn't even left a scratch. Antaris taunted that such blows could not harm him. Jin Wu ordered Kaisle to pull back, but the dragon unleashed dragon's fear and stunned his mount. Before Antares could press the

advantage, Kaisel used his tail to snatch Sunung Jin Wu and Hurl him out of immediate danger. Sun Jin Wu landed on his feet and glanced back toward the battle. A moment later, Kaisle was struck by an immense breath of fire that also threw Sun. Jin Wu backward. The impact detonated into a colossal explosion, filling the air with smoke and dust. When the haze cleared, a huge crater marred the island, and trees observed that that kind of strike would not be fatal to him. Without warning, a streak of purple arked toward the Dragon's neck. Sun Jin

Wu had managed to leap back and latch on to the beast. Clinging to the dragon, Sun Jin Wu judged the hide to be like molten rock and drove his dagger in. His blade had no effect. The dragon's scales were too hardened to pierce. A massive claw swung toward him and he tumbled clear just in time. While midair, he summoned shadow soldiers. Three dragons closed in on Antares and opened their assault. Antares roared as one dragon restrained Him while the other two unleashed scorching breath. From a distance, Sunungjin Wu watched and feared that even the ancient

dragon flames belly and once led were proving ineffective against Antares. He realized Antar's strength and defense exceeded anything he had faced before. He conceded that his usual tactics would not work against the king of dragons. Sun Jin Wu began drawing in greater power, telling himself he needed strength capable of Tearing through a mountain of armor with his bare hands. Dark mana began to swirl around him as he gathered that force. Meanwhile, Antures had defeated all three of Sunjin Wus summoned dragons. He mocked the shadow monarch, saying that he expected to be defeated by such lowly

shadows. But when Antares turned to face Sun Jin Wu, his expression shifted to one of shock. The hunter was now cloaked in a massive dark energy aura. "Stunned," Entares Muttered, questioning the origin of this power and what scheme Jyn Wu might be planning. Sunung Jin Wu explained that he could use the power of darkness to form an immense and durable armor, one that would be visible to all living beings on Earth. The dark energy expanded rapidly, dwarfing Antares and making him appear small in comparison. Recognizing the transformation, Antares realized it was astralization and whispered, "Impossible."

He recalled that the shadow monarch had originated as one of the fragments of brilliant light and should not possess any form beyond his original. Entries questioned whether Jin Wu had summoned the power of death to Earth, struggling to comprehend how a human could now wield such control over life and death. Meanwhile, Sun Jin Wu looked at his own hands, thinking that this was the true legacy Ashbornne had left behind. From within his colossal astral form, Jyn Wu Felt an endless current of power surging through him. Antrece, wary now, reminded himself that Jin Wu had lived

straddling the realms of the living and dead. Charging up his next attack, Andre reflected that this experience explained how Ashborn could have entrusted such power to a human. He realized that Jyn Wu had been shaping himself for battle long before inheriting the strength and concluded that he had to kill him. Jin Wu was far too dangerous. As Antares Unleashed a massive fire attack, Jyn Wu did not flinch. He calmly raised his hand and fired a projectile that sliced through the inferno, striking Antaris and making the monarch of destruction roar in pain. Yet the blow alone

was not enough to fell the Dragon King. They stood face to face as the battlefield fell into silence. The tension palpable. In an instant, they clashed and the collision sent devastating mana waves, shattering the surrounding ground. Antrace rose to his full height, towering over Jin Wus immense form. He struck with a claw, but Jyn Wu blocked it and countered with a mighty punch that sent a shock wave rippling outward. Antra responded with ferocity, biting into Jyn Wu's side, lifting him and hurling him high into the air. Jin Wu crashed to the ground, destroying everything nearby.

And as he struggled to regain control, Entre unleashed another fiery breath. Jyn Wu narrowly Avoided the blast, but one of his arms was destroyed in the process. Despite the injury, he summoned a sword and charged. Antaris countered with fire, but Jyn Wu blocked it with the blade and slashed through both the flames and Antares himself. Antaris retaliated, swinging his tail and launching Jin Wu backward, forcing distance between them. As Jin Wu stabilized, he saw Antares rising into the air out of immediate reach. The Monarch of Destruction began Charging a massive energy attack. And when it

erupted, the impact devastated the surrounding area. From the smoke, a dark spear suddenly materialized and pierced Antar's wing, eliciting a scream of agony. Before Antaris could react, Jin Wu fired additional dark projectiles, but Antis countered them with a torrent of fire breath. The two fought with all their strength, each attempting to overpower the other. Though Entari's raw power was Overwhelming, he landed a decisive blow. And as the dust settled, Jin Wus massive astral form began to dissipate. From the fading armor, Sun Jin Wu emerged, landing firmly on the ground. Entares towered over him, and he

remarked that maintaining such overwhelming power consumed an enormous amount of stamina. Transforming back, he offered a final proposition. join him. Sun Jin Wu rose resolute and declared that he would never cooperate with a Monster. Enraged and Terry's manifested a sword in charge, warning that the monarch of transfiguration in the army of destruction were annihilating everything Jyn Wu cared about. He declared that in the end, Jin Wu would not be able to protect anything. Even as they clashed in terroris continued telling Jin Wu that even as the king of the dead he must fear death as

a human. He threatened to burn Jin Wu with flames that incinerate death itself and warned That everything Jin Wu tried to protect would soon vanish and managed to disarm Jyn Wu and drove his sword through him. Noting that Jin Wu must feel the countless cries of suffering across the world. Sun. Jin Wu kicked Antaras away, creating distance between them. And Teras insisted this was war, and he pressed that the cries of humanity under the army of destruction must be heard. He placed his sword on Jin Wus shoulder, commanding that their despair Should silence all hope.

Sun Jin Wu, undeterred, countered, claiming that he was the one who should speak of despair. Antreuse failed to notice the kamish blade hovering in the air. It struck him, distracting him and allowing Jin Wu to jump back. However, the blade could not penetrate the barrier surrounding the monarch of destruction. Antess sneered, ridiculing Jyn Wu for thinking a dagger forged from a dragon's tooth could harm the king of dragons. He Commented on the irony of a battle between a flame born of darkness and a darkness born of light, predicting the fight's end. Jin Wu, Resolute, agreed

that the confrontation was reaching its conclusion. Antares asked if Jyn Wu had finally acknowledged the futility of resistance. Jin Wu began running toward him, ready for the next move. Seeing this, Antares boasted that the army of destruction did not need to locate them. He would raise their morale by beheading The shadow monarch himself. As Jin Wu charged, the sun rose behind him, and he declared, "The sun darkens the shadows." Antares witnessed Jin Wu's most powerful shadow soldiers charging alongside him, holding him in place. He shouted a furious threat, promising to rip Jin Wu to pieces

and leave him a miserable death for resisting the King of Dragons. In the chaos, glimpses of Jin Wus father and Ashborne appeared alongside him. Finally, the young Jin Wu struck Decisively, slicing the monarch of destruction in two. In Antari's final moments, Jyn Wu asked quietly, wondering if the monarch would see his own end. In Sunjin Wus hand, the dagger that once belonged to his father, gleamed with dark energy. As Jin Wu struck another decisive attack against Antares, the sky itself began to fracture and ripple with energy. Antares, witnessing this unexpected phenomenon, muttered in disbelief, noting

that he had never Anticipated such a development. He questioned aloud how it could be possible. Recalling that he had seen no gate upon his initial arrival, connecting two worlds would require an immense amount of energy. Confused, Anties looked to the descending soldiers and asked whether this had been Jin Wus plan all along. He speculated that the shadow monarch had distorted space through the clash of great powers to bring allies from another world to The battlefield. Antrees admitted he had assumed Jin Wu merely wanted an undisturbed one-on-one fight. He doubted it was possible for Jin Wu

to communicate with the rulers directly. Jin Wu calmly told him that there was a way. The vessels of the rulers, those who had been lent their powers, were still present and had been used. Realizing the truth, Antaries looked up at the sky and acknowledged Jin Wus strategy. He admitted that the shadow Monarch had utilized the vessels to prepare a gate to this battlefield, securing allies even in the event of his own defeat. Antares reflected that his focus on the smaller scale battle had led to his total miscalculation. Jyn Wu unwavering asked Antares if it had

been him who had ordered the monarch of white flames and the beast monarch to attack the shadow monarch. Antaris taken aback asked whether Jyn Wu had learned this from the monarch of white flames. Jin Wu casually flipped him off and said, "Ashborn wanted me to send his regards." Infuriated, Antaris prepared to strike back at Jin Wu, only to be abruptly impaled by soldiers sent through the gate by the rulers. Looking up, Antis saw the brightest fragment of luminosity hovering in the air, its radiance overwhelming the battlefield. He commented on the overwhelming contrast, noting how the

world was covered in both blinding light and deep Shadows. Realizing he had never stood a chance to win, as his body began to disintegrate in the air, Antie spoke his final words. He would wait in the true eternal rest, not the elucory one created by the shadow monarch. He promised that he and Jin Wu would meet again in that final place. Sun Jin Wu watched calmly, responding, "Don't worry, I'll see you again soon enough." The brightest fragment of brilliant light appeared before Sun Jin Wu, its Radiance filling the area. It spoke solemnly, acknowledging Jin Wus

efforts. He had ended the war. The fragment admitted it could never fully express its gratitude. Jyn Wu remained calm and replied that he wasn't sure this could be called gratitude, but he had a request, something only the fragment could accomplish. The fragment nodded, promising to do everything within its power to assist him. Jin Wu then asked if he could use the cup of Reincarnation one final time. At his words, the other fragments fell silent. The brightest fragments tone turned serious, questioning whether Jin Wu truly intended to reverse time. He warned that even if time rewound,

the consciousness of the monarchs would remain intact. The fragment asked, "You'd still go through with it, even knowing the monarchs who died will return with their memories intact." Jin Wu confirmed without hesitation. He Clarified that he intended to face the monarchs and their armies alone, requesting that no one else be sent to Earth when time was reversed. The fragment remarked, "You are choosing to shoulder the entire war by yourself." He questioned Jin Wus decision, noting that among all the timelines influenced by the Cub. This was the most favorable outcome so far. Holding his father's blade

tightly, Jin Wu reflected on the cost of the battle. "I lost too many People," he thought. "I want to bring them back." The fragment warned him of the cup's fragile state. Its durability was nearly exhausted. If Jin Wu failed this time, there would be no second chance. The fragment reminded him that if he stopped now, he would still be remembered as the hero who ended the monarch's invasion. His name would live on forever. But the battle he was about to undertake, no one would ever remember. Closing his eyes, Jin Wu Thought of his family, his

friends, and everyone he cared about. Rising with resolve, he declared, "I will go back in time." The fragment, impressed by his determination, acknowledged that Jyn Wu sought to save not just part of the world, but the entire world with his own hands. He said Jin Wus resolve reminded him of Ashborne, the previous shadow monarch. He expressed his understanding and wished Jin Wu success. But before proceeding, Jyn Wu asked About his shadow soldiers. What would happen to those who didn't exist in the past? the fragment explained. Beings that overlap with the past will vanish. Those that

do not will remain. Jin Wu nodded firmly, replying, "I'm ready." The fragment summoned the cup of reincarnation, raising it solemnly. "May your courage save your world," it said. A brilliant light erupted from the cup, slowly spreading across the planet. People all around the world witnessed The phenomenon. Among them were Jin Ho, Jin Wus mother, Jin A, Wu Jin Cho, Lio Jagang, Thomas, Andre, Beck, Yunho, Cho, Jang, Yin, and Hunter Chahai in all looked to the sky in awe. Over time, the brilliant light gradually enveloped the entire planet, bathing everything in its glow. Slowly, the radiance

faded until it finally disappeared, leaving the world on the cusp of a new beginning. The scene shifts to Sun Jin Wus apartment building. His mother gently Tells Gina to wake her brother. We then see a younger Gina calling out, urging Jin Wu to rise. Smiling, she notices, "You're already awake." Jyn Wu steps out of his room and sees his mother in the kitchen cooking. She looks healthy and vibrant, no longer sick. Nearby, his father sits calmly reading the newspaper. Overcome with emotion at seeing his family together. And well, Jin Wu begins to cry. Concerned, his

parents ask why he's suddenly acting This way, he responds softly. I think I just had a nightmare. Watching his family happy, Jin Wu reflects, "My nightmare is over. Now I'm with my younger sister, my healthy mother, and my father who never disappeared." He continues thinking, "I've been given one last chance to set everything right. I won't waste this opportunity. I can rewrite the future that is yet to come. But just for a little while, isn't it okay to treasure this piece? A reward For everything I've endured. I know that beyond the skies, the monarchs are

preparing enormous gates to strike us. For now, if this brief moment of peace doesn't bring harm to anyone, I'd like to enjoy it just a little longer. Later, Jin Wu's mother's doing housework when she finds a note on the table. Written in Jin Wus hand, it reads, "I'll come back after I'm done with what I need to do." The scene shifts to Buu, who has just defeated a monster Alongside Bellion. They sit before a pile of fallen demons. Two figures stand amid the aftermath. Jin Wu observes, "This empty world filled with nothing but darkness feels

extremely lonely without fighting." He continues, "I managed to defeat the monarchs and killed the monarch of transfiguration, the one at the core of everything. It's been 27 years since I entered the dimensional rift. Finally, the long and grueling battle seems to be drawing to a Close. Only a few enemies remain. The Dragon Emperor and Tres and his elite force, the Legion of Destruction. Sitting among countless corpses, Jin Wu thinks. Time flows differently in the outside world. Only about two years have passed there. He reflects on his family. How are my parents doing? How much has

Jina grown? Should I wait until she's a bit older before explaining everything to her? As he's lost in thought, Bellian approaches. All enemies have been Eliminated. There are no survivors left, he reports. Hearing this, Jin Wu rises. With Buu and Bellian at his side, he activates shadow extraction on all the defeated foes, preparing for the final confrontation with the remaining monarchs. The scene shifts to Antares, the monarch of destruction, seated upon his throne. A subordinate approaches and reports that the monarch of transfiguration has fallen, asking whether they should move to a safer Location. Antis responds

calm but resolute. I am tired of running. We will face the shadow monarch here. He reflects on Jin Wus strategy, using the cup of reincarnation to turn back time. This was beyond anything I expected. As Entari speaks, a shadow begins forming before his throne. He narrows his eyes. To think I would meet you again, alive and breathing. But one of us will rest for eternity today. Rising from his throne, Antares Introduces himself with authority. I am Antares, the monarch of destruction. And you? What is your name? Sun Jin Wu steps forward unwavering. My name is

Sun Jin Wu, he replies. Do you have anything more to say? Antari standing amid his vast army, simply shakes his head, saying, "No." Without hesitation, the two monarchs leap toward each other, their armies surging behind them. The ground trembles beneath their power and the sky darkens as the final Battle begins. The clash that will determine the fate of the world. The scene shifts to the outside world. 2 years after the previous events, the United States is in a state of unrest stirred by a disturbing prophecy. A renowned clairvoyant, Norma Selner, warned the media of an

impending harbinger of destruction who would soon descend upon the land. Normally, such prophecies would be dismissed. But Selner was no ordinary psychic. She had Accurately predicted several major global events. The death of North Korea's dictator, the terrorist hijacking of passengers, and the stock market collapse triggered by real estate instability. Her flawless track record gave weight to this new warning. She claimed that this harbinger would arrive with an unstoppable army of death, leaving humanity with no chance to escape. There's no way for us to escape from him, she declared. Her proclamation That the end of the

world was near sent shock waves around the globe. The next day, above soul, a massive black gate appeared in the sky, so immense it spanned almost the entire horizon. News of the gate quickly made global headlines. People from all over gathered beneath the colossal portal, anxious to see what would emerge. Slowly, the gate began to open, but nothing came out. The crowd murmured in confusion at the emptiness. Behind them, a lone figure Appeared. It was Sun. Jin Wu. Waiting for him was a fragment of brilliant light, one of the rulers. Holding flowers in his hands,

the ruler greeted Jyn Wu warmly. We are glad you've returned safely. Welcome back, Jin Wu. Or should I call you the shadow monarch, the ruler added with mild surprise. I didn't expect you to appear in the form of a middle schooler. Jin Wu responded calmly. I thought people might have been frightened if I appeared with a full Beard. It's nice to have at least one person welcoming me back. The ruler then admitted. We honestly didn't believe you'd return after taking on everything by yourself. But now I see that every step you take carries the weight

of 10,000 soldiers. Jin Wu, curious, asked, "I assume you're not here just to present me with flowers. What business does an envoy of the rulers have with me? The fragment replied, "The rulers have a message for you. It may take some Time to discuss everything. Shall we move somewhere more private?" Jyn Wu nodded. "I have a place in mind that I'd like to visit first." Fast forward. Jyn Wu and the fragment of brilliant light sit inside a small ice cream shop. The fragment glances around curiously and asks why Jyn Wu chose this place. Jin Wu

shrugs lightly and says, "After spending so long in a world where there was nothing, it's only natural to want something sweet." The fragment nods Politely and then asks, "So, what did the rulers want to discuss?" Jyn Wu leans back, cutting to the point, "Forget the formalities. Is there a problem?" The fragment explains calmly, "All immediate threats have been resolved, but the rulers are concerned about the immense power you now hold. Your strength is enough to sway the fate of this entire world. As you know, Earth isn't prepared for the magnitude of your abilities. Jinmu tilts

his head and Asks, "Then why tell me this?" The fragment replies, "This world, one without mana, is far too fragile to contain such power. If you are willing, we'd like to ask whether you would consider relocating to a world better suited to your abilities." Jin Wu smirks, leaning back in his seat. Instead of the hassle of moving me to another world, you could always just seal me away completely. The fragment nods solemnly. That is possible, too. But his expression quickly shifts to horror as he studies Jin Wu closely. Jyn Wu notices and raises an eyebrow.

Now that I've done my part, are you planning to get rid of me just because you fear my power? Flustered, the fragment quickly reaches into his pocket and pulls out a phone, showing Jin Wu a news article. Lady Selner's face dominates the screen as she warns the public about the arrival of a destructive force. The fragment explains, "Before your return, Selner issued this prophecy. Back when you disappeared, she wasn't this powerful. But after interacting with our world, her abilities evolved." Jyn Wu leans back and murmurs. "So my return is what triggered her evolution as a

seer," the fragment confirms. Jyn Wu waves a hand dismissively. We'll discuss this later. The fragment stands, bows respectfully, and says, "Very well, great monarch." before leaving the shop. Left alone, Jin Wu begins to reflect. If Every living being has a purpose, then I, having become the shadow monarch in stopping the chaos of the monarchs, have fulfilled mine. I've completed my mission," he continues. "But now the power I once wielded with purpose feels like a burden. like nuclear waste after use. Am I something the world no longer needs? His attention shifts to a young girl walking

past the shop window. His eyes widen. He rushes outside thinking, "From now on, I'll probably continue to Question whether I should remain here on Earth." Meanwhile, young Chahayin thinks, "Did ice cream always smell this good?" As Jin Wu watches her, he remembers everyone for whom he fought against the enemy alone, saying, "If there's a reason to remain in this world, then it's probably because there are still people I love here, and people who love me are still here as well. That alone is enough reason for me to stay," he adds. I'll stay here and find

more Reasons not to leave. As Chaw Hai turns toward him, the two lock eyes in silence. The scene moved to a police station. Wu Jinshiel, now in his fourth year as a criminal investigator, lost in thought. He could not shake a vague sense of loss. It was as if he were forgetting something important. No matter how hard he tried to recall it, nothing concrete came to mind. The more he searched his memory, the heavier that hollow feeling became. A junior Investigator approached and handed him a cup of coffee, quietly asking if something was bothering him.

Woo offered a faint smile, accepted the coffee, and thanked the junior. Inwardly, he told himself that a busy person had no time for sadness. He should focus on his work. Back inside criminal investigation team 2's office, the atmosphere felt tense. As he walked among the junior officers, Wu noticed a man who was trembling with fear. He asked the Officers who the man was. The man suddenly cried out, his voice unsteady. He said a monster, a shadow, had risen from the ground and told him that if he did not turn himself in within 24 hours, he

would regret being alive. The man pushed himself to his feet and begged to be locked up, insisting it was all his fault and pleading for the investigators to take him in. Woo stared, stunned, and asked whether all of them had seen the same shadow. The man answered firmly That yes, they had all seen it. Woo wrestled with the thought of how he would report such a claim to his superiors. At that moment, a senior officer interrupted, telling Wu to leave the formal reporting to the juniors and to join them in the meeting room. Later in

the meeting room, Wu listened as his superior explained the situation. Visibly shaken, Wu asked what the senior meant by releasing the suspects instead of formally charging them. The senior Spoke softly. Why would they do that? Glancing toward the window as if wary of eavesdroppers and warned that someone might overhear them. Looking out the window for a beat, he added that the plan was to release the suspects but keep them under observation for the next 24 hours. Woo objected, insisting the suspects were talking nonsense. He suspected they were high on drugs and that the monster stories

were side effects. Investigator Kim cut in. Nothing had shown up on the suspect's drug tests. He said the National Forensic Service had even double-ch checked the results. Puzzled, Woo watched as the senior leaned in and asked whether he really believed that a number of unrelated people had suddenly seen the exact same thing and then turned themselves in. The senior reminded everyone that higher-ups were pressuring the team to find out what was going on and that so far they had no Solid leads. "We need evidence," the senior said. Letting the suspects talk freely, he argued, was

the best chance to get it. Woo frowned and voiced his concern about the risk. What if something actually happened while they were letting them speak? The other officers burst into laughter at the idea. One teased, asking if Woo had suddenly started believing in ghosts. Kim added with a smirk that he didn't expect Woo to be so emotional. The Senior investigator tried to reassure everyone. He said nothing would happen. They would choose one suspect, take him to a quiet warehouse, and monitor him closely. If the suspect tried to escape, they would stop him. And if the

monster actually appeared, they would finally have concrete evidence. The senior finished by asking for a volunteer. If anyone felt uncomfortable, he said, they didn't have to go. Woo answered firmly and without hesitation. He would go as Well. The scene shifted to a warehouse. Inside, one of the suspects was panicking, collapsing to his knees and pleading with the investigators. He begged them not to do it to him, crying out that he was going to die. The senior investigator answered with a firm command for the man to sit still. They needed to confirm what was happening. The

suspect, however, kept repeating that he was going to die, his terror never subsiding. Growing frustrated, the Senior snapped at him, asking how he expected to die when the team was standing right there guarding him. The senior turned to his colleague and asked how much time remained until the 24 hours were up. Investigator Kim checked his watch and reported there were about 10 minutes left. As the minutes ticked away, tension thickened in the warehouse. An unnatural cold seemed to creep through the air. Woo observed everything in silence and thought that Something about the place felt wrong.

It didn't feel normal. A short while later, Kim announced, "It looks like it's time." The senior looked around cautiously and asked incredulous if anything was happening yet. Everyone scanned the warehouse for any sign of an anomaly. The trembling suspect, confused, asked why nothing was happening. The senior glared at him and accused them of staging it. "Did you guys all get high together or something? Don't drag this out. Tell us what really happened. With a shaky voice, the man at last answered. There had been four of them at first. They really had seen it that day.

Suddenly, Wu felt an overwhelming surge of instinct. His hair rose and his muscles tensed. He shouted for everyone to get back. Without warning, shadows burst up from the concrete. A whip-like shadow lashed out and slammed both the senior investigator and Kim into the wall. They crumpled Unconscious. The suspect, now sobbing and utterly paralyzed by fear, watched in horror as three shadowy creatures rose from the floor. Woos eyes widened in disbelief. Monsters. They had actually appeared, and there were three of them. The suspect screamed, begging for help, but the shadows struck with brutal speed. Blood sprayed

across the warehouse as his cries were cut off. One of the creatures, an ant-like shadow, wasted no time devouring the man. Frozen in place, Woo watched as the shadow ant turned toward him, raised a limb as if to wave, and then shockingly smiled. Stunned, Woo wondered to himself whether the ant had just smiled at him. Even more unnerving, he somehow knew that look meant the creature was pleased to see him. Moments later, the shadow sank back into the ground and vanished. Silence returned to the warehouse. Only a spreading stain of blood marked where the man

had stood. Still shaken, Woo Whispered, "Why?" He thought to himself that it felt strangely familiar, as if he had faced something like this before. The story moved to the precinct where the chief erupted in anger as he bered his junior investigators. The suspect who had turned himself in had vanished without a trace. And to make matters worse, they had let themselves be knocked unconscious. Turning his glare on officer Wu Jinshul, the chief demanded whether Woo remembered anything About what had happened to the suspect. After all, Woo had been the one to call the ambulance. Woo

lied without hesitation, telling the chief that when he regained consciousness, his colleagues were already unconscious and that he had no clear memory of the incident. The chief, frustrated but pragmatic, ordered them to keep quiet about the event since no official report had reached the higher-ups. He gave them a cover story for their injuries. Tell Anyone who asks that they had been hurt while investigating a gang from the Guro district and that the injuries were the result of an accident. Both officers nodded and accepted the instruction. Later, inside criminal investigation team 3's office, Woo sat at

his computer and dug through the police database. A junior colleague noticed and asked whether he was still looking into the self-surrender cases the chief had explicitly told them to drop. Woo Admitted that he was not on official orders, but out of personal curiosity. As Woo scrolled through the list of recent reports, his colleague reacted in surprise. So many people had turned themselves in and they'd done it at different police stations. Woo simply nodded and said it all tied back to the same thing, the shadowy figure they'd been hearing about. The junior officer looked closer at

the dates and pointed out an odd pattern. The number of Self-surrenders had spiked sharply between late February and early March. Woo asked if that meant anything. The junior hesitated, then offered a small, seemingly irrelevant memory. His aunt had once owned a tiny book rental shop, and business always dipped around that time of year because the school term was starting. Woo didn't dismiss the memory. He told the junior it wasn't useless and that he'd keep it in mind. The scene then shifted to a school. Students Streamed through the gates as the day began. Among them was

the new transfer student, Sunung Jin Wu. In the principal's office, the principal briefed teacher Park about the new students file and a troublesome reputation. As Park reviewed the paperwork, he noted the basics. The boy's father was a firefighter, his mother a housewife, and his grades appeared decent. Then Park read the detail that made him frown. The student Had allegedly left home for two years after finishing elementary school and had been away during his first year of middle school. The principal asked whether Park could handle someone with that kind of history. Park flashed a confident grin

and reminded the principal why they called him the cobra, assuring him he would straighten the boy out. The story fast forwarded to the school grounds where all the students had gathered. When a loud voice called For silence, the crowd fell still. Standing among the students was the new transfer, Sun Jin Wu. Park spotted him in the crowd. Though he had been warned about the boy's pass, Park was confident he could reform him and used the dress code to make an example of him when he noticed Jin Wu wearing gloves on campus. Park called out and

demanded to know why the student was wearing gloves at school. The moment Jyn Wu turned toward him, Park's expression shifted Dramatically. A deep oppressive sensation washed over Park, an almost physical presence of darkness, a sea of shadows radiating from the boy. For a heartbeat, he felt exposed and alarmed. Park turned away, ordered the students to stand straight, and walked off while his thoughts raced. Had he really seen that, or had he imagined it? At Jin Wu's side, Bellian materialized quietly and told him in a low voice that the teacher had been able to see them,

the shadows. Too. Jinmu listened and the thought crept into his mind that perhaps his influence was beginning to leak into the world around him. The scene shifted to a classroom where students were chatting and settling into their seats. Sun Jin Wu sat quietly with a book when a fellow student walked over and asked whether the quiet boy was Sung Jin Wu. The student introduced himself as Yongil and explained they had been classmates back in middle school. As Yong Gil and Jin Wu Talked, a group of other students started to approach. One of the boys told

Yongil to step aside. Then the group closed in around Jin Wu. One of the boys tried to intimidate him, taunting that Jyn Wu thought himself a big shot. Another boy pointed at Jyn Wus single glove and demanded to know why he was wearing only one, adding that he wanted to try it on. Jyn Wu did not reply, which only irritated the group more. One of them pushed further, Asking whether he could even hear them and pressing him again to remove the glove. The boys then suggested nervously and crudely that he must be hiding a tattoo

under the glove. At that moment, Buu reached out telepathically and asked Jin Wu for permission to rip them apart for insulting him. Jin Wu quietly ordered Buu to stand down. He then began to remove the glove, doing so deliberately and without haste. As the glove came off, the bully's faces Twisted into expressions of horror. What they saw was a hand badly burned and scarred. Seeing their reactions, Jinm Wu realized this was the one wound on his body he could not heal. An injury inflicted during his battle with Entre, the monarch of destruction. He thought to

himself and made a pointed remark about whether they had ever seen a burn before. The boys stumbled backward, suddenly nervous and insisting it had all been a joke. They begged him not to Take it so seriously. One muttered that he should just put the glove back on because the sight of that hand would haunt his dreams. As the boys tried to hurry away, Buu lunged at them, startling Jin Wu and causing him to wonder what Buu was about to do. Before Buu could reach the group, Jyn Wu used his authority to manipulate their shoes, forcing

them all to trip and fall to the ground. Other students burst into laughter at the bully's sudden Embarrassment as they scrambled to their feet. Jyn Wu allowed himself the smallest smile, thinking that the trick had been done just for fun. Later, as Jin Wu and Yongil walked together, Yongil remarked on how much Jin Wu had changed in the 3 years since they last met, noting that Jyn Wu had not flinched back there and asking if he had been working out. Jyn Wu nodded and said he had trained a lot while he was away. Yong then

asked whether Jin Wu planned To join any sports clubs. Jin Wu answered with a slight smile that there was one club he was considering. The scene moved to the school grounds where Cho De Wong, captain of the track and field team, looked confused when Jyn Wu asked to join the club. Glancing at Yongil, Choy asked if both of them wanted to join, but Jin Wu made it clear he was the only one applying. A few club members sauntered over and mocked the idea, remarking that it was rare to see A new student come all the

way to the sports field just to join the team. Ignoring the sarcasm, Choy asked whether Jin Wu was a student athlete or had any track experience from middle school. Jyn Wu simply replied that he did not. One of the club members frowned and said the team was made up of trained student athletes. He wondered why someone with no experience would want to join. Jyn Wu answered calmly that there was someone he wanted to meet at a tournament. Thinking of Chahayin, Jin Wu recalled she was still in middle school at that time, but he believed she

was skilled enough to enter the regional tournament. He remembered that she had once been an excellent track and field athlete before giving up that dream to become a high-ranking hunter, and he hoped that by entering the middle and high school tournament, he might meet her naturally. The other students remained unimpressed, but Choi intervened and offered Jin Wu a Conditional chance to join. Choi pointed to another student and explained that the boy was considered the weakest runner among the second years. Choi set the rule. If Jyn Wu could beat that student in a race, he could

join the team. Jin Wu studied the designated runner. Though the boy looked thin, his strong legs and steady posture suggested he was not truly weak. Jyn Wu accepted the challenge. Some club members scoffed, muttering that they did not Even recognize the runner who had placed third in last year's regional competition. and they questioned whether Jin Wu could simply walk onto the team. Choy laid out the stakes. If Jyn Wu won, he would be in. If he lost, he would be responsible for the team's laundry and cleaning duties for a month. The scene cut inside the

school building where a colleague asked Park Jul if he was feeling better. Park replied that he was fine. He just needed to smoke. Later in The breakroom, Park looked out the window while smoking and noticed Jin Wu running far ahead of the track team. Surprised, Park turned to another teacher and asked why Sun Jin Wu was running with the students and whether he was part of the club. The other teacher explained that Jin Wu was a new freshman who had shown up asking to join the team. They had decided to test his speed and he

had been so good they could not refuse. The teacher added that they were Now checking Jin Wus endurance and that the laps he was running had already reached 20. Park nodded and started to leave, but then froze in shock. His eyes widened as he saw a shadowy aura trailing Jin Wu as he ran. An indistinct darkness following the boy's stride. Park stared, disturbed and questioning whether what he was seeing could be real. Then to his horror, Buu appeared outside the window in his monstrous ant form and let out a sudden piercing Screech. Park Jul screamed

and collapsed, figning on the spot. The teacher beside him panicked and hurried over, asking if Park was all right. Outside the room, Iggress turned to Buu and scolded him, saying he had warned him not to do something like that. Buu shrugged and indicated that, "Well, now they knew this human could truly see them." The scene fast forwarded to a small restaurant where Wu Jinel met a colleague over a meal. The colleague Pressed Woo about why he was still looking into the self-surrender cases, wondering aloud who would come to a station simply to cause confusion and

more importantly whether Woo had seen anything unusual that day. Woo tried to brush the question off with a vague denial, but the colleague pressed him again, specifically naming the day the suspect had vanished from the warehouse and asking whether Woo had seen anything then. Woo conceded that he had seen Something odd, a creature that to him resembled a giant ant. He said he wasn't certain what it had been, only that its appearance had been ant-like. The colleague reacted with shock and asked if Wu was really saying that giant ant monsters had appeared. A passer by

who had overheard the conversation approached and asked whether the creature Woo described had a human body and an ants head. The next day, the camera moved to the school sports ground Where the track and field team was out doing laps. Their captain, Choi, told the team that their aim was to dominate the country. Among the runners, Yongill struggled to keep up. Seeing him panting and falling behind, Jin Wu asked Billian why he even followed him here if it was going to be so difficult for him. Bellian replies, "Humans are foolish creatures, my lege." To give

Yongil a hand, Jin Wu quietly used one of his abilities on him. Yongil immediately Felt a rush of energy and a strange heat spreading through his body. wondered what was happening and then exploded into a sprint that left the others behind. From a distance, Park Joul watched the practice. He remembered the night before when drunk, he had half told Wu Jinshaw and another officer about ant monsters before stopping himself and apologizing for being drunk. Wu had stopped him then and asked him to explain more. Back in the present, Park Jol stared at Jyn Wu. Jin

Wu, noticing the prolonged stare, thinks that Park has been observing him quite openly lately. Bellian appears beside him and suggests that they should just erase Park's memory and remove his powers. But Jin Wu refused for now. They needed to observe Park a little longer. The scene shifted to the school entrance as Wu Jingel arrived. He thought the strange cases, the criminal who had turned himself in saying he saw monsters and The student incident that only one teacher had witnessed. He wonders how he's supposed to ask a student about monsters without sounding insane. While he stood

there, a shadow skittered across the pavement and startled him. He muttered that there was definitely something odd happening. Inside the classroom, Jyn Wu sat quietly and wondered whether Wu had seen the shadow Jin Wu had stationed nearby. Soon Wu entered and spoke briefly with the Teacher, explaining it wasn't a serious matter. He simply wanted to ask a few questions to a student named Sun Jin Wu. The class grew tense at the presence of an investigator. One student whispered that an investigator had come and wondered what Jyn Wu had done now. Wu and Jin Wu moved

to a quieter corner of the school ground so the conversation could continue privately. Wu apologized for pulling Jyn Wu out of class. Jin Wu said it was fine and thought to himself That it had been over a decade since they'd last met, although telling that to Wu directly would have felt strange. Wu observed Jin Wu closely, noting that the boy's eyes seemed older than his years. Without wasting time, he produced a sketch of the ant-like creature and asked Jin Wu whether it looked familiar. Jin Wu examined the drawing and said he had seen something like

it before. Wu was taken aback and pressed for details. He wanted to know what Jin Wu had seen, What the creature was, and who Jin Wu really was. Collecting himself, Wu then explained that he had been working the case for a while and asked Jyn Wu to tell him anything he knew about the creature. Jyn Wu responded coolly that the drawing looked like a monster from a special effects TV show kids liked. an answer that disappointed Wu. Wu quietly took the notebook back, thanked Jyn Wu, and told him he could return to class. He added

that he had already cleared the Interruption with the teacher. As Wu turned to leave, Jin Wu asked if he could keep the sketch. Buu objected briefly, but Wu conceded and handed the picture over. After Wu left, Igris appeared and asked Jyn Wu why he hadn't simply told the truth. Jin Wu replied that forgetfulness was a blessing granted to humans, even if that forgetfulness had been engineered by men using a tool of the gods. Back in the classroom, Jin Wu found himself Surrounded by curious female classmates who peppered him with questions about the investigator. Jin Wu

deflected, saying Wu was simply an acquaintance who had come with a private matter. The girls then mentioned a rumor going around the boy's side that Jyn Wu had a surprisingly muscular build and they asked whether he worked out. Before Jin Wu could answer, an unseen hand swept the girls aside. A group of students strolled in smirking, mocking Jin Wu About his sudden attention and joking that even the police were visiting him now. One of them taunted Jin Wu, asking if he intended to call the police if they picked a fight. Before the bully could finish,

a strong arm wraps around his neck from behind, pulling him into a chokeold. Captain Choy of the track and field team had arrived with several teammates. Choy glared at the bullies and demanded to know whether they had business with the team's ace. Jin Wu Raised an eyebrow and asked what they were doing in his classroom. Choi responded that they had come to stop him from losing his temper and beating up the four troublemakers. Jin Wu told him not to joke. Choi laughed it off and mentioned a welcoming party for new members later that day, asking

whether Jyn Wu and Yongill were free after school and urging Jyn Wu to attend. As the track team escorted the bullies from the room, Jin Wu asked what they plan to Do to them. Choi grinned and answered that the punishment would be a light jog around the track, something he called character building. Later heading to the newbie party, Choi teased Jin Wu about whether they should give the bullies a little scare while they were at it. Jin Wu smiled, shook his head, and said it wasn't necessary. He thought they had already learned their lesson. As

they walked, someone called Jin Wus name. He turned and saw Wu Jinsho Approaching. Wu asked whether they could continue the earlier conversation. Jin Wu agreed, though Choi called out that he was taking Yongil hostage until Jin Wu returned for the party. Jin Wu laughed, made a quick excuse about keeping the meeting short because his friend was waiting, and followed Wu to a quieter spot. Wu took a deep breath, and with a serious tone that betrayed his emotions, addressed him formally as Hunter sung Jin Wu. Words that made Jin Wu narrow his eyes because he sensed

there was weight behind them. The story jumped back a few hours to the moments just after Woo had handed Jin Wu the sketch. At first, Woo thought giving the picture away had been a small, harmless gesture, something trivial he would forget by the next hour. But as he walked away, a nagging unease told him it had been a foolish thing to do. That's when he suddenly heard a voice. Association chairman, do you trust me? Startled, Woo spun around, but there was no one in sight. He glanced up the stairs and heard another voice answer. It

was his own. I trust you. In an instant, a torrent of memories crashed into him. Wu collapsed to his knees as fragments of past, present, and future flooded his mind. Through Sun Jin Wus eyes, he glimpsed a world he had once forgotten. Battles, gates, monsters, hunters, rulers, and monarchs. He remembered having asked Jin Wu Whether he had planned to fight all of it alone. And Jyn Wu's simple answer, yes, since the memories of a higher being aren't affected by the flow of time. Back in the present, Wu and Jin Wu walked side by side in

silence for a moment before Wu asked quietly how long Jyn Wu had been fighting in that dimensional crack. Wu reflected that official records listed Jyn Wu as missing for 2 years, and he could not reconcile that with the scale of the Conflicts Jin Wu had hinted at. Jyn Wu answered plainly that he had been fighting for 27 years. Wu reacted with shock and then asked whether Jin Wu regretted any of it. Jyn Wu replied that he did not regret it. Even if he had to make the same choice a 100 times, he would choose it

again. Wu smiled and observed that Jin Wu now seemed to be enjoying life. Jin Wu admitted he was satisfied with how things were, though he noted Riley that he had to keep Switching bodies because he no longer aged. The realization hit Woo hard. Jin Wu had effectively gained immortality, eternal youth, and power that skirted the divine. Yet, he still chose to live quietly among ordinary people. Wu asked whether Jin Wu had any plans for the future, and whether he had ever considered joining their side, the police. He added that recently, many criminals they caught had

complained that the shadow creatures left them no Space to act or even to breathe. Jin Wu chuckled and said that if he joined the police, there would be no work left for anyone else. Wu smirked and told him that in fact that was exactly the kind of world they had been trying so hard to build. Jin Wu paused to think and told Wu he would consider it. As Jin Wu started to walk away, Wu called after him that he would be waiting for him to join the force. Jin Wu answered that Wu should not wait.

He understood the job Was full of work but came with little pay. Time passed. Then late in April, something strange began to occur. Far from their city, in the desert region of Western America, a tired traveler, sweating under a blazing sun, dialed emergency services, he told the operator he was not lost, but that he wanted to report something he had witnessed. The operator asked whether the situation was urgent and where exactly it was happening so the proper team could be Dispatched. The traveler hesitated, searching for words to describe what he saw, and then said there

were cracks, many of them, and that something felt like it was about to break. When the operator asked where the cracks were appearing, he answered plainly that they were in the sky, that the sky itself was crumbling. Meanwhile, at Sun Jin Wus home, Jin Wu and Igoras were buried in study when Jyn Wu suddenly sensed an unfamiliar presence Approaching from another world. The scene shifts to a quiet cafe. Across from Jin Wu sits the vessel of a ruler. He greets Jin Wu respectfully, addressing him as the shadow monarch. Jyn Wus eyes narrow as he asks

if the recent disturbances on Earth are the doing of the rulers. The vessel shakes his head. He explains that this is not how rulers travel between worlds, and Jin Wu already knows that. Jyn Wu presses further, demanding to know who Is trying to break into Earth. The ruler's vessel reveals the truth. The intruders are ancient beings, ones who once invaded the ruler's world only to be driven back by the army of the sky. But now they have set their sights on Earth. Jin Wu questions why they would choose this world. The answer comes cold and

sharp. They are a race of giants who consume the life and minerals of living planets. In the ruler's world, they are feared as titans. Their objective is Simple. Devour Earth. Jin Wu reflects that such beings had never attempted to come here before until the cup of reincarnation was used. The ruler confirms it in the erased timeline. These titans had originally been meant to battle the rulers. But now something has shifted. Jin Wu wonders aloud if he himself is the cause. The vessel admits that the rulers believe the titans are chasing after the traces of the

immense power now residing within Jin Wu. The Rulers have already dispatched the army of the sky toward Earth. But Jyn Wu shakes his head. He tells the vessel it's already too late. Even if a gate were created now, it would take years for the army to arrive. By then, Earth would already be destroyed. Resolute, Jin Wu declares that he will handle them himself. The scene shifts to the western desert of America. The US government has sealed off the entire region where the sky is breaking apart. Teams of Scientists and experts have been deployed, but none

can explain the phenomenon. One veteran researcher, a man who spent 30 years studying atmospheric anomalies, admits to a military officer that he has never seen anything like this. The officer tries to reassure him, saying that if anything comes out of the sky, the military will handle it. But before his words can even settle, tanks and military vehicles suddenly begin to rise into the air. Far In the distance, Jin Wu stands silently, using his ruler's authority to clear the battlefield. His voice cuts through the tension. There's no point in leaving the military here. Against what's coming,

their weapons would be useless. Once the ground is cleared, Jin Wu tilts his head back, eyes locked on the sky. He says quietly to himself, "The stage is set. He can already sense it. A powerful hunger drawing closer. an enemy that has come to devour this world. With a flick Of his hand, Jyn Wu summons his twin daggers, Kamish's wrath, and demon king's dagger along with the shadow sword. His aura darkens, his intent sharp. He declares that from this point onward, the ones arriving will face not just a monarch, but a monarch who is also

a hunter. Meanwhile, the military forces, still floating helplessly in the air, are carried by Jin Wus authority and gently placed far away from the battlefield. As the soldiers Regroup, one officer, his voice trembling, mutters in shock, "What on earth is happening here?" When he lifts his gaze to the horizon, his words catch in his throat. A massive gate has formed in the sky, its sheer size blotting out the heavens. Back at the battlefield, the gate fully opens. And from within, enormous figures begin to emerge. The Titans have arrived. One after another, colossal giants step through,

shaking the ground with their descent. And then Their leader appears. A Titan with massive wings soaring through the air, descending directly toward Jyn Wu, hovering above him. The winged titan's voice rumbles across the battlefield. It asks if Jin Wu truly intends to face them alone. Jin Wu, standing unfazed, answers with calm defiance. To him, it doesn't look like he's alone. His shadow suddenly spreads, blanketing the entire desert in black. From that abyss, an army begins to rise. Knights clad in Armor, towering beasts, assassins, mages, generals, all of them emerging from the darkness. The shadow army

has returned to stand beside their monarch. As the ground trembles beneath the weight of thousands, Jin Wu raises his blade. His voice resonates with absolute command. Let's begin. The scene cut to the White House. The president sat in his office, tense and troubled by reports of an unexplained phenomenon unfolding in the desert. Reports that Cracks had appeared in the sky and strange unknown entities were emerging from them. He replayed the facts in his head and wondered whether the situation could be contained. Before he could dwell on it further, Officer Harrison arrived and told him the

incident had been contained for now and that all details would be presented in the briefing room. Inside the briefing room, Harrison played footage captured by reconnaissance drones. The room watched In stunned silence as the video unfolded. Disbelief and panic spread through the attendees. Someone in the room demanded to know what was happening and who the man at the center of the footage was. The president turned to Harrison and asked for answers. Who that man was, where the troops were, and why a civilian seemed to be at the heart of the event. Harrison admitted they were

still trying to figure those very things. Back in the desert, Tusk Finished charging a massive well of magical energy and released it in a single devastating blast that streaked into the sky and obliterated everything in its path. Both forces, the Titans and Jin Wus shadow army, surged toward one another. Despite the Titan's size and ferocity, Jin Wu's army proved vastly stronger. Jyn Wu ran forward with lethal speed, cutting through colossal titans with precise, brutal strikes. Midun, Jin Wu summoned his shadow sword. The blade swelled to enormous size as it gathered dark power. With a raised

arm, he unleashed a sweeping colossal strike. One by one, the attacking titans began to fall beneath the impact of that attack. A colossal flying titan managed to intercept the sword and smirked at what it called a trivial trick. It glanced down to the battlefield and noticed Jin Wu preparing another assault. Jin Wus hand began to transform, morphing into a gargantuan Shadow claw. He slammed that appendage down with such force that it pinned the Titan to the ground while Jyn Wu landed beside it, calm amid the settling smoke. From the dust around the pinned Titan, a

pair of glowing red eyes opened. The Titan sneered, marveling aloud at the unexpected talent of such a small planet and taunting Jin Wu about the need for mana to unleash full power. It bragged that Titans must shrink themselves to fight at their greatest potential and Suggested Jin Wu beg for forgiveness. Before the Titan could finish its taunt, a blade flashed across the dust and cut it down. Marshall Bellian had arrived and dispatched the Titan with brutal efficiency. Bellian turned toward Jyn Wu and reported that he had intervened. He asked if Jin Wu had been conversing

with that particular adversary. Jin Wu shook his head and told Bellon that the monsters were far too arrogant and that they would require special attention. He Instructed Bellian to take care of them. Bellian acknowledged the order with a nod and charged back into the fry, slicing through Titans with ruthless speed. As the battle intensified, the scene moved to a meeting room. Everyone watched the battle footage in stunned silence as the screen replayed the desert clash. The president asked whether they had identified the man at the center of the footage. When no answer came, he noted

how effortlessly The individual had handled the monsters. It looked like a scene from a movie, not real life. He pushed the intelligence team for a way to identify the man. David Brennan, the intelligence director, admitted that realistically there was no straightforward way to identify him. Then Brennan proposed an unconventional route. Consult Madame Norma Selner. The president asked what he meant. Brennan explained that Selner had a long history of producing answers. When conventional intelligence failed, she would know or at least point them toward the truth. The scene shifted to South Korea where the national track and

field tournament preliminaries were underway. Sun Jin Wu stood with his team taking in the surroundings. Jin Wus gaze fell on a nearby student nicknamed Iron. Kim Shaol noticed that Jin Wu was watching him. A senior on Kim Cha's team asked whether he was warming up. Kim Chaol replied that he was just in his Own way. The rival team's captain approached Cho De Wong and taunted him for putting a first year on the main squad, suggesting Wuangin's absence had left them desperate enough to field a freshman as the ace. Choi answered with quiet confidence, promising the

rival captain his jaw would drop when they saw how good the first year truly was. The rival captain scoffed and boasted that his own team had a monstrous newcomer as well. Another attempt to rattle Choice Squad. As Kim Chiol glanced toward Gin Wu, an inexplicable impulse washed over him. Sweat beated on his brow, and an unsettling compulsion made him want to kneel before a student he had never met. He chastised himself inwardly, trying to dismiss the feeling as ridiculous. But then he suddenly snapped aloud, startling those nearby. Fellow students asked if he was all right.

Kimch muttered that he was fine and shoved off toward Jyn Wu, trying to shake off the Strange sensation. Approaching Jin Wu, Kimshiel glared and demanded that if Jyn Wu had something to say, he take it somewhere else. His tone a mixture of anger and confusion. Captain Choy and the rest of Jin Wus team interjected with teasing warnings, urging Jyn Wu not to lose his temper and reminding him to be gracious if he spared the boy's lives. Jin Wu calmed them, assuring everyone that nothing would happen. Later, in a quiet corner, Kim Sha grabbed Jin Wu

by the collar and demanded to know whether Jyn Wu thought he was a joke. Jin Wu's shadows watched the exchange with keen interest. Bellian, one of the strongest among the shadows, suggested leaving Kim Shiel's humiliation to him and promised to make sure the boy would never behave that way again. Suddenly, Kim Shiel froze mid breath. Tears sprang to his eyes, and without understanding why, he collapsed To his knees, trembling and asking himself aloud why he was kneeling. Jin Wu observed the scene cooly. He noted that Kim Cha was still a normal human, not a member

of his shadow army, and judged there was no need for excessive force or spectacle. As Jin Wu began to walk away, Kimcha called after him in a stunned, half-pleading voice, wondering if what he'd felt was love. Jin Wu, baffled by the question, dismissed it as nonsense and then took action to diffuse The situation more permanently. Using his authority, Jin Wu altered Kimchi's memory. He made Kim Chol remember that when he had tried to pick a fight, he discovered Jin Wu and his father were acquaintances. Jyn Wu also planted a new impulse that Kimcha should let

go of his hostility and live more kindly. Before ending the alteration, Jyn Wu added a final weighty thought to Kimcha's mind, that he had been among those who fought to protect the world, and that he should Take pride in that fact. Then Jyn Wu snapped his fingers to seal the change. Kim Shol slowly came back to himself, disoriented and looking around as if waking from a dream. Over the loudspeaker, an announcement called All Runners to the Track. The middle school division preliminaries were about to begin. The story moved to the United States where intelligence director

David Brennan arrived at Norma Selner's residence and greeted her politely at The door. Selner smiled and invited him inside. As they crossed the threshold, Brennan noticed the warm scent of food lingering in the air and asked if she'd been in the middle of a meal. Selner replied that she wasn't. A guest had arrived shortly before Brennan did. Brennan said he would be brief and got straight to the point so he wouldn't take up more of her time. Calmly, Selner told him that after that previous visitor left, she suddenly found herself Unable to see the future

anymore. Surprised, Brennan asked if she was referring to the figure Selner had once called the god of death. Selner ignored the label and assured him she would answer the question he was about to ask. When Brennan asked how she could know what he would ask, Selner explained that he had only repeated questions he'd asked in the past. She had already seen those moments before, and now she was simply giving him the answers. Brennan Fell silent as Selner continued. She claimed to know the identity of the man everyone wanted to find, but she refused to reveal

anything about him. Frustrated, Brennan pressed why she would withhold the information. He warned that the man might be dangerous and could even pose a threat to the country. Selner answered plainly that precisely because he could be dangerous, she would not disclose his identity. She asked Brennan if he had watched the Footage. The memory of the video came back to Brennan, a lone man standing against terrifying monsters without flinching, a figure whose power had protected humanity in an instant. Selner then asked a quiet or unsettling question. Would he believe her if she said this kind of

rescue had happened before? Brennan, stunned, asked whether such events had truly occurred in the past. Selner nodded and said there had indeed been times when humanity had Teetered on the brink of annihilation without realizing the danger. Brennan wondered whether the mysterious man might be the same being she had once described as the god of death. Shaken, he moved for the door, but paused to ask one final thing. Could Selner guarantee the man in the footage was not a threat? Without hesitation, Selner told him she could guarantee it. Relieved for the moment, Brennan nodded and told

himself he would pretend he hadn't heard Selner Claim to know the man personally. As he stood to leave, Selner offered him some cookies she had baked. Brennan declined with a small smile and promised he would come by again. After Brennan left, Thomas Andre entered the room. He complained that he didn't like the man in the footage and offered to teach him a lesson. Selner sighed and warned Thomas not to push the issue. He was one incident away from being disqualified as a fighter. Thomas shrugged and asked a Question of his own. Selner nodded for him

to speak. He wondered aloud about the accident that had spared his life. Many had died, he said, but he had survived thanks to Selner's prophecy. He wanted to know why she had saved him. Selner smiled softly and told him it was because he had done many good deeds in a past life. Thomas blinked, half amazed. himself, Thomas Andre, the so-called UFC devil, credited with a demonic reputation. From the window, he watched Brennan drive away, then asked what it was that had prompted Brennan to come all that way. Selner's eyes drifted as she answered. The man

in the video had saved the world. Thomas chuckled, uncertain whether Selner was being earnest or playful. He decided that ambiguity was part of what made her interesting. Finally, Thomas asked what the hero who saved the world was doing now. Selner answered speculatively that perhaps he was simply enjoying his youth Somewhere, living quietly for now. A few hours earlier, the atmosphere was electric at the middle school track as preliminaries were about to begin. Young athletes gathered, their faces set with determination. Among them, Chahaiin, focused, calm, and ready for the challenge. At the signal, the race began.

Runners surged forward, some struggling halfway through and falling behind. But Cha, driven by sheer willpower, pushed ahead and crossed the Finish line first. Moments later, away from the cheering crowd, she limped quietly to a shaded spot beneath a tree. He removed her shoe and winced at the sight of her swollen, bruised ankle. Doubt crept in. She had qualified, but could she continue like this? As she sat in silence, a voice broke through her thoughts. Jin Wu appeared, calm and composed. He warned her about the risks of running while injured and shared a story of someone

who had ignored such Pain. Living to regret it, Cha Haiin studied him, unsure who he really was, a high school athlete. Noticing her discomfort, Jin Wu gently touched her ankle. She flinched but did not pull away. Within seconds, the swelling and pain vanished. Jin Wu smiled and encouraged her to run without regrets, reminding her that moments like these rarely come twice. As he turned to leave, she asked if they had met before. Jynu did not answer directly. Instead, He challenged her. If she could ever beat him in a race, even once, he would tell her

everything. She pressed him further, recalling how she had seen him take first place in every preliminary race he had entered. Jinmu told her to give up. She refused, vowing to set a new record in the preliminaries. When she did, he had to reveal the truth. Jin Wu agreed, thinking that she, younger or older, had not changed at all. Time passed. We see Jin Wu at school, Spending his days with the track and field team, playing video games, and studying diligently. Years later, on Christmas Eve, the city sparkled with lights and laughter. Jin Wu walked alone,

his simple outfit feeling slightly underwhelming for the festive night. Passing a clothing store, a mannequin caught his eye. With a thought, dark smoke swirled around him, transforming his outfit to match the mannequin perfectly. From the shadows, Tusk appeared, nodding approvingly. "You look amazing, my lege," he said. Satisfied with his appearance, Jin Wu continued through the bustling streets. Amid the holiday chaos, soft footsteps approached. He turned seeing Cha Haiin trying to surprise him, but he had already anticipated her arrival. They talked casually. Jinmu mentioned that he would be attending university soon. Hyen raised an eyebrow. You're

going to that university with your exam scores. You Could have gone anywhere. Jin Wu shrugged. Full scholarship, study abroad, and there's someone I just met there. A flicker of suspicion lit her eyes. Is it a girl? she asked. Jinm Wu gave no clear answer, amused by her flustered reaction. She grinned and leaned closer. "Do you remember an old promise?" Jin Wu looked puzzled. She reminded him. It was about the race. He had promised that if she ever beat him, he would tell her everything. What he Was really thinking, whether there was someone at his university,

and if they had met before that first competition. Jin Wu was caught off guard but smiled and agreed. Before he could move, Hi In stepped closer, wrapped her scarf around his neck, and whispered, "If you like me, don't move." She then turned and walked toward a distant tree. Jin Wu stood still, watching. He realized he had already lost without taking a single step. From the shadows, his soldiers Reacted. Some were confused. "There are times even a king lose like this," one muttered. Others were baffled. How did our king lose so easily? But Jin Wu wasn't

listening. His gaze followed Hiin as she walked, memories of their first meeting flashing through his mind. He smiled. Cha Haiin reached the tree with a bright, happy smile. Seeing her, Jin Wu knew it was time to tell her everything. He walked toward her and gave a simple order to his shadows. Close your eyes. They embraced under the softly falling snow. In that quiet moment, nothing else in the world existed. The scene shifts to the world of repose, a quiet, timeless realm where shadow soldiers slumber, awaiting their king's command. Kaisle greets Tusk warmly while an orc

soldier bows in respect. Good morning, General, the orc says. Tusk smiles faintly. I'd say good morning, too, he replies. But there is no day or night in this world within the Shadows. As he contemplates the calm surrounding him, Marshall Buu approaches, grinning. With theatrical flare, Buu reveals a gift, a robe crafted to perfectly resemble the hooded jacket worn by their king. Tusk's eyes widen. "How can I possibly repay you?" he asks. Buu waves him off. Tusk dons the robe, marveling at the flawless details and craftsmanship. Buu then makes another suggestion. The orb you carry should

become a staff, a weapon Worthy of a general. Without hesitation, Tusk agrees. He summons the finest artisans, the dwarves. One of the dwarves bows respectfully. We are simply honored to craft something using the sacred weapon our legion trusted to us. He says, "The camera pans to the world of repose, an infinitely vast realm where over 10 million shadow soldiers coexist. Here, every soldier lives in harmony, helping one another. Each shadow evolves alongside their king's Growing power, gradually reflecting the mind of their monarch. Once beings of war and destruction, the shadows are beginning to experience life.

Emotions like curiosity, friendship, and even joy now bloom among them. Some soldiers rest, some train, others engage in casual conversation. A few even argue heatedly, grabbing each other by the collar. Their once non-existent identities are beginning to take shape. In this diversity, they silently thank Their king for bringing them into a world they never imagined. Soon, Tusk's staff is completed. He holds it with pride as his subordinates cheer. "Suddenly, shadows from the sky army approach." Tusk narrows his eyes. "Who are you?" They bow deeply. "We were sent by Grand Marshall Bellion," they report. At the

mention of Bellian's name, Tusk straightens, preparing to recount his accomplishments during their king's battle against the dragon monarch in the Gap between dimensions. But he is interrupted. Irritation flickers in his eyes until he turns and sees Commander Igris. Caught off guard, Tusk stammers quickly, offering praise and loyalty. Igris simply nods. Thank you for your loyalty, Igris says calmly. Tusk gathers himself. Why were you looking for me? Igris responds evenly. It's going to begin soon. Tus turns to the window, eyes drawn to the sky, and stops, stunned. Outside, he sees their king, Sun Jin Wu, standing

alongside Shaheen. The sight fills him with joy and pride, mirrored by the celebrations of shadows around him. Igris remained still, watching silently. His mind drifted back to the past, to the first time he had met Sun Jin Wu. in a strange fabricated dimension forged by the power of a monarch. His mission had been clear. To test the human who had entered that space, the previous shadow monarch had wanted to know one thing. Was this man Worthy of becoming the next vessel of shadow? Even then, Igras understood the gravity of his task. This was his final

command. He could sense it in his Leia's quiet farewell, hidden behind carefully chosen words. After forgiving the rulers, the previous king had lost all interest in endless war. The fact that he would still take an interest in a mere human meant there had to be a reason. But Igras did not question it. He never asked why. He simply obeyed Because his leisure's orders were absolute. That was all he could do. So he stood alone in that fabricated dimension, prepared to test the human's qualifications. Even with most of his original power sealed, he observed the world

around him. In this place, people called it a dungeon. He pondered his own form, the appearance he had before meeting his leege. To recreate this exact scene, the architecture, the sensation, could only be the work of the Architect, using his lege's power to build a stage so refined. Only this level of intricacy could allow a human body to slowly absorb the power of the shadow monarch. As Iggress stepped forward and sat upon the throne, unease stirred in his chest. Could Jin Wu already be present? He could sense the human's presence behind the massive doors. Was

it presumptuous to sit upon the throne? Did it make him arrogant? He stood and just then the doors opened. Sun Jin Wu entered, his figure wrapped in darkness. Igris watched silently. So this is the one my leads chose, he thought. He stepped forward. This was his final mission. It demanded perfection. If Jyn Wu proved unworthy, Igris would not hesitate to strike him down. The battle began. At first, Igris felt disappointment. Jyn Wu seemed too focused on dodging his sword to fight back. But then he noticed something. Jin Wu was not retreating. He was planning To

defeat Igras with his bare hands. "Impressive courage for a human," Igras thought. He liked Ginw, but did he have the strength to back them up? Igris charged, his blow landed, and Jyn Wu crashed into the wall. Disappointing, Iggress thought. How could this weak being be worthy of becoming the vessel of my lege? He decided this ends now. Raising his sword for the final strike, he struck. But Jin Wu caught the blade with his bare hand. Igris froze. He was not shocked that Jin Wu had stopped the blade. He was stunned that Jin Wu had not

given up. Even at the very end, facing certain death, he refused to surrender. Could he really be defeated by a human so much weaker than him? Then he saw it. In Jin Wus gaze, even if just for a fleeting moment, there was a familiar flicker, a trace of his Legion's will. Igor should have won. His stats were far superior. Yet he lost. Was it carelessness or a Miracle born from unyielding will? That moment transformed impossibility into victory. For the first time, Igris felt something unexpected. Relief, perhaps even pride. He wasn't sure if he was supposed

to feel happy, but he did because his Leia's choice had been right. Over time, Jin Wu cherished Igrris. Quiet, meaningful moments passed between them, strengthening their bond. To Igor, Jin Wu was not just a master, but a friend and comrade. They fought Countless battles side by side. As Iggress's loyalty deepened, he realized something. His longing for his previous lege had begun to fade. Over time, he fully accepted his new king. Then came the revival of the original shadow legion, the true army that had awaited the return of their sovereign. Among them stood Bellion, an old

comrade of Igris. But the joy of reunion quickly devolved into chaos. Bellian, once stoic and composed, began showing signs of Being influenced by his overly energetic and passionate roommate, Buu. When Bellian suggested placing a massive black flag at top the castle to honor their lege, Buu eagerly supported the idea. "It must be for our king," he asked. Later, Jin Wu, puzzled, asked, "Why did you even put that flag there?" The situation quickly devolved into playful bickering between the towering Grand Marshall and the overexited Biru. But soon war returned. The battle Against the monarchs began in

earnest. With each clash their lege, Sunung Jin Wu grew stronger. And with him so did the shadow soldiers. Even after time was reversed using the cup of reincarnation. The war persisted. Nearly 30 years passed. Eventually, all enemies were annihilated except the Legion of Destruction. When that final battle ended, victory was theirs. During the fight, a dying dragon hissed at Igris. You were once a wing of the shadow army, And yet you follow a monarch who was once merely human. Have you no shame? Igris struck the dragon down, but the words lingered. Had he forgotten his

old master? The thought haunted him briefly, but then he remembered the time he had spent with Jin Wu had been so honorable, so fulfilling that the past had simply faded. He wondered when had his former lege stopped appearing in his thoughts. The scene shifted outside Jin Wus school where he met Wu Jinshiel briefly Before they parted ways. After the encounter, Igris turned to his king and asked quietly, "Why didn't you tell him the truth?" Jinmu replied calmly, "Forggetfulness is a blessing the gods granted to humans, even if that forgetfulness was crafted by men using a

tool of the gods." Hearing this, Igris nodded. "Yes, his king was right. There was no need to dwell too deeply on what had been forgotten. And yet, Igris hadn't truly forgotten his previous Monarch. Unlike greed and iron, who had left the battlefield behind to lead peaceful lives in the new world, Igris had stayed. He had chosen this path. His loyalty now flowed entirely to Sun Jin Wu. He was a knight, the sword of his lege, one of the wings of the shadow army. But now, Jin Wu faced a new kind of enemy. Exams. Igor stood

by patiently as his king worked through a mock test. Your score is nearly perfect, he observed. However, the answer to Question 14 is one, not two. Jin Wu thanked him and quickly corrected the answer. Watching this, Igris thought to himself, "Who else would assist my lege if not I?" The Grand Marshall. He's as big as a mountain. Commander Baru, intelligent in his own way, but also very insectlike. Igor sighed. This is why it falls to me. I graduated top of my class at the night academy after all. As Jinmu double-checked his answers, he asked casually,

"Did you risk your life For answer two?" Igor quickly flipped through the exam guide. Ah, it seems my discipline is still lacking. I shall strive harder, my leege. To Egress, his king's battlefield, whether war or school, was his battlefield, too. As long as his lege kept fighting, he would never leave his side. The scene then shifted to Jin Wus father reflecting on a strange phenomenon. The gates, massive portals that summon monsters from other worlds. He Remembered the first time he had been trapped. Once a dungeon boss is defeated, one must escape the gate within an

hour. But he had failed and was trapped inside the rift between dimensions. While he was in that state, the rulers contacted him, entrusting him with their power to stop the monarchs. Later, the greatest fragment of brilliant light gave him a new order to protect the shadow monarch. That was why Jyn Wus father had stood by his Son's side during the battles against the monarchs. He apologized for all the years Jin Wu had suffered alone. A quiet moment passed before Jin Wu spoke softly. "I missed you," his father looked at him, tears welling in his eyes.

Holding back his emotions, he confessed that he had never wanted to leave. Standing tall, he told Jin Wu how proud he was of the man he had become. Even though their time together was short, he wished for just a little Longer and apologized for not being the father he should have been. The scene shifted to a modest apartment building. Inside, Jin Wus mother and sister were gathered around the table. A younger Jin Wu ran over, calling out, "Dad!" Surprised, his father repeated the word softly to himself, almost in disbelief. Seeing his family reunited, Jyn Wu

was overwhelmed. Silent tears streamed down his face. His mother and father looked on concerned. Jyn Wu Reassured them quietly. "I just had a nightmare." His father, watching his son, suddenly began to cry. touched beyond words, remembering the forgotten world they had endured. Time passed. Later, Jin Wus father, Sunil Huan, sat in a quiet cafe, speaking with one of the ruler's vessels. He asked carefully about his son's choice. The ruler explained, "The shadow monarch has chosen to remain in this world. Every moment, every second Matters to him now." Then the ruler asked, "Do you plan to

erase your memories of him?" Ilhwan nodded. Jinmu didn't want anyone remembering the vanished timeline. The ruler smiled. Like father, like son, he said softly. He continued, explaining that their role in this world would end once Iluan departed. After you leave, he said, there will be no more interference from the rulers. I have enjoyed watching how everything unfolded. It has been Exciting. As a final gesture, the ruler addressed him. The rulers wish to express their gratitude not just to the shadow monarch but to you as well. Sunil Huan. Is there anything we can do for you?

Without hesitation, Il Huan made his request. Please erase my memories of the past. Surprised, the ruler asked why. Il Huan explained, "It's difficult pretending I don't know." Jin Wu sees through everything. I just want to be a normal father. Someone who worries about His son, not the shadow monarch. To me, he's my precious son. The ruler understood and nodded. As soon as you walk out that cafe door, all memories of the vanished timeline will be erased. Rising, the ruler walked toward the exit and added gently, "You may not remember this, but I pray for your

peaceful future." Time shifted to a lively cafe, buzzing with young voices celebrating a university welcome party. Sitting quietly in a corner was Jinh Ho, visibly Nervous. It was his first time attending such an event, and the excitement was overwhelming. He reflected on his upbringing, coming from a well-off family used to comfort. But something about this modest restaurant, known for its frozen pork belly, sparked a strange sense of familiarity. Before he could dwell on it further, a friendly upperassman nudged him, encouraging him to loosen up and join the fun. The senior joked, "You can lighten up

around Me, but watch out for the seniors. There's one guy in our major who's seriously scary. He doesn't boss anyone around, but the charisma he gives off is insane." Jin Ho, only half listening, thought to himself. No matter how intimidating this guy is, he can't be scarier than my old man. The conversation shifted. The senior asked, "Hey, what's the name of that rising idol athlete everyone's talking about again?" "Chie," Jinho Replied, curious. His friend grinned. "Yeah, that guy over there. She's his girlfriend." Noticing no one was approaching their table, the senior stood to charm a

group of juniors. But just then, Jin Wu unexpectedly took a seat beside them. Both Jin Ho and the senior froze. Flustered, the senior quickly excused himself to handle the other juniors, leaving Jinho alone with Jin Wu. Jyn Wu slid a drink toward him. Jinho hesitated, staring at the full Glass, surprised. He wasn't good with alcohol, but saying no didn't feel like an option. As he took a sip, he paused, confused. "Wait, this isn't alcohol," Jin Wu replied casually. "You can't even handle your drink. What are you worried about?" He refilled Jinho's glass and added, "And

stop calling me Sunbai. Call me Yong from now on." Jinho stammered, unsure how to respond. Jin Wu raised an eyebrow. "You don't want to." Panicking, Jinho blurted out, "No, that's not it, Hong Nim." Oddly, he wondered why saying that felt so familiar and how Jin Wu even knew his name. Jin Wu lifted his glass for a toast. Jinho, smiling, clinkedked his glass without hesitation. Time moved forward. Sun Jin Wu was walking briskly across campus while speaking on the phone. On the other end, Jinho sounded annoyed. Why' you skip out on the department lounge gathering today?

Jin Wu replied casually, I had something to do. Can you cover for me at The afternoon lecture? Jinho protested, "Why me? You're the one all the professors like just where are you anyway?" Jin Wu answered, "I'm on a field trip to the university hospital." That caught Jinho off guard. "What are you doing there?" "That has nothing to do with our major." Jin Wu didn't answer and ended the call with a simple, "I'm counting on you." Meanwhile, Lee Jui walked through campus deep in thought. she muttered to herself. I made it into A university in Seoul,

but is my Busousan accent too strong? She sighed. It's already hard enough trying to speak standard Korean. And why does the nursing department use so much English? As she walked, Jin Wu passed by her. Something about him caught her eye. She stopped suddenly and calls out, "Have we met before?" Jin Wu paused and offered a faint smile. I don't think so, he said gently, then continued on his way. Juhi watched him walk off confused. Why did I Suddenly talk to a stranger I don't even know? She wondered before continuing on her path. The scene transitioned

to the university hospital. Inside, a doctor made his way toward a private patient room. When he arrived, he requested permission from the security team to enter. They nodded and he stepped inside. The moment he saw the man in the bed, he froze. It was go gun he the former chairman. The patient stirred trying to sit up. Help me would you? He Asked. The doctor rushed to assist him and noticed a strange bottle on the table. What's this chairman? The doctor asked. Chairman go replied. A young man came by earlier and gave it to me. The

doctor was puzzled but security maintained a tight watch over the room. Go he continued smiling faintly. Yes. And yet he managed to leave this here without anyone noticing. But what he told me was even more unbelievable. He explained that the young man had claimed That in a now erased timeline, the two of them had fought monsters side by side. And this bottle was a parting gift, a thank you for the past. Then just like that, the man disappeared like a mirage, as if he had never been there at all. Chairman Go continued. He told me

that if I drink this, my illness will be cured. The doctor looked skeptical. Do you really believe that? Go he sighed. I'm tired. Who cares if it's fake? He gripped the bottle tightly. If I don't drink this, how long do I have left? The doctor didn't answer. The chairman smiled faintly. If anything happens after I drink it, carve this on my gravestone. He fought his disease with all his strength, and now he rests here. He opened the bottle and drank every drop. Laying back, he closed his eyes and whispered softly. "I should rest a bit."

The doctor nodded and headed out. "Call me if anything unusual happens," he said. The chairman lies in Silence. "Time passes. Sunlight slowly creeps into the room. As the warm rays touch his face, go he stirs awake. He opens his eyes. His illness gone. He breathes deeply and gazes out the window. With a soft smile, he murmurs. Looks like the sunlight is still too warm for winter to come. Far away in the shadows of reality, a being reflects on a past steeped in power and fear. His name is Enteraris. He is the first monarch born in

darkness And the strongest of them all. He is the king who rules over all dragons. A being that embodies fear and destruction. To those who know of him, he is called the Dragon Emperor. But on an ordinary day, hidden within a dimensional rift with millions of soldiers preparing to invade Earth, he awoke, not as a dragon, but in a human body. Staring into the mirror, and Terry studies the weak-looking face before him. It disgusts him. So pitiful, he thinks. Digging through the host's Memories, he uncovers the human's identity. His name is Sun Jin Wu, an

E-rank hunter from a country known as South Korea. Despite his weakness, this human constantly risked his life, refusing to give up. The reason, his mother's illness, Andreas walks into the room, still deep in thought. A disease like that, something his power could erase in an instant. Then a sound interrupts him. His phone rings. he answers. A woman's voice yells from the Other end, demanding to know why he hasn't shown up for the raid. It's almost time. Antrace freezes. She's implying, "I'm late. Is she suggesting that he, the incarnation of absolute power, is doing something as

low as being incompetent, unacceptable." With cold precision, he asks for her location. She yells again, saying she's at the front of the gate and demands to know why he's talking so weird. Antares ignores the question. Instead, he Activates his power, using her voice to trace her position. The city unfolds before him. He finds her. Cut to the woman, still confused. "What do you mean found me?" she asks. Then the call cuts off. Suddenly, she hears a voice behind her. "I'm late. Do you still think I'm late?" She flinches. Antrene stands just behind her, placing a

hand on her shoulder, his voice is low, menacing. She stammers out a no, her body trembling. Nearby, a man hands Hunter Kim a coffee. Kim thanks him, then notices Jin Wu approaching. Kim greets Jin Wu casually. Antarius doesn't answer. Instead, he wonders, "Is this man supposed to be one of my subordinates?" Without a word, he strides to the canteen and asks for coffee. The man apologizes. There's none left. Without hesitation, Ant grabs the cup from the man's hand and drinks it. Saying, "The strong taking what the weak have. That's common sense for us Monarchs." Murmurss

ripple through the crowd. Something feels off. Hunter Park whispers. He's been giving me seriously creepy vibes since he showed up. Just then, a voice calls out. You're injured again. It's Hunter Ji pointing out cuts and bruises on his face. Andrew glances at her quietly irritated. Why are these humans so noisy? He wonders. Scene shifts to the gate. Hunter Song steps forward and claps his hands to get everyone's attention. Let's focus. I'll Be leading this raid. Anyone object? Everyone nods. He's the highest ranking hunter present. No one argues. In the back, Jin Wu watches everything unfold

in silence. He says nothing, but a warning echoes in his mind. Something about this place feels suspicious. Then a voice announces, "It's time. Let's all enter the dungeon now." Standing before the gate, Anties narrows his eyes. This gate, it reeks of the ruler's tricks. "But why do I sense the energy of a Monarch coming from it?" Curious, he decides to investigate it himself. "I'll be joining this raid," he tells Hunter. Song smirks casually. Of course you are. Hearing that, Hunter Kim turns to Jin Wu. Just make sure you stay behind us so you don't get

hurt. All right. Entries nods approvingly, thinking a loyal subordinate concerned for his leisure's health despite his own weakness. Without hesitation, Entari strides into the gate. Inside the dungeon, the atmosphere Shifts. The air is thick with darkness. Antar's eyes gleam, but with excitement. In an instant, he rips through demonic beasts, tearing them apart with terrifying ease. The other hunters trail behind, stunned. "Is he okay today?" Hunter Kim whispers. Are the monsters just weak, or is he different? Hunter Song frowns. I can't even follow Jin Wus movements. They're too fast. Suddenly, Antara's calls back, voice cold and

commanding. Why are you all Doawling? We're heading this way. Song raises a hand trying to interject. Hold on. We should take a vote before. But before he can finish, Antar's appears in a blur and knocks him out cold. Silence. The hunters stare in shock as their strongest member collapses. Then Antar's turns to the rest. His voice calm but chilling. "Anyone else want to vote? No one speaks." "Good," he says, walking forward. "Looks like we're all in agreement." They press deeper into the Dungeon. The tension thickening with every step. Someone whispers, "It's been 40 minutes. If

we beat the boss now, the gate will close in an hour. That gives us 20 minutes to escape." Finally, they arrive at a colossal set of doors, massive and ancient. The entrance to a double dungeon. Nervous glances pass between the hunters. As they hesitate, Antress steps forward. "Even they can sense the danger," he thinks. "And they're right. I feel immense power Behind these doors. With a steady hand, he pushes them open as the massive doors cak and Terry suddenly grabs one of the hunters by the collar and hurls him into the chamber, catching the rest

completely off guard. Why'd you do that? The hunter shouts in confusion. And Terry's replies casually. Nothing happened. That means it's safe. We're heading inside. The group hesitantly follows him in, only to find themselves in a vast stone hall filled with Towering statues. At the center, a monstrous figure sits on a massive throne. One of them wonders aloud, "Could this be the dungeon boss?" Anties points toward a winged statue holding a stone tablet glowing with arcane symbols. "Anyone here know what this says?" No one answers. In a bored tone, he recites the ancient inscription, "The Commandments

of the Carton Temple." Jawahi nervously grabs his arm, pointing at the central statue, clearly alarmed. Before she can speak, Antrice cuts her off coldly. Unhand me. Then finishing the inscription, he declares, "Those who break these laws shall never leave here alive." At that moment, the statue's eyes glow and a destructive beam fires from them, catching the hunters completely offg guard. Antrice grins. "You dare challenge me with such pitiful might?" But the blast crashes into him, engulfing his body in a violent explosion. The entire chamber shakes Under the impact. The hunter's panic, scrambling for cover. The

attack doesn't let up. Then, without warning, Anterase retaliates. A massive wave of destructive breath surges from him, tearing through the statue's magic like paper. In one sweeping motion, the mighty statue is obliterated. Everyone stares in disbelief. And Terry stands tall, declaring, "Now that is real power, but it's not over." The stone soldiers lining the hall begin to move. One by one, they spring to life and charge the hunters with terrifying speed. And Terry's, now fully exhilarated, launches into battle. Come at me, you arrogant puppets. In a whirlwind of force, he sends the statues flying, shattering

them left and right. Debris scatters across the hall. The other hunters retreat in chaos, trying to escape the carnage while Antari stands at top a pile of broken enemies. This was barely a warm-up. Suddenly, a Voice echoes through the hall. The architect, the dungeon's creator, materializes, furious, my life's work reduced to rubble. Who are you? Before the figure can finish, Antrees hurls a glowing spear through him. The architect vanishes in an instant, annihilated in a single blow. I didn't come for chatter. And Tris says coldly. Enough with illusions. Show yourself. Black energy begins seeping from

the central statue. A chilling voice fills The chamber. So we meet at last. Monarch of destruction. Fate has brought us here. The statue crumbles, revealing a fearsome entity cloaked in shadows. Let's end this once and for all. Antares doesn't flinch. Fine by me. With a mighty leap, he surges toward the figure. Let's see what you're made of. As their collision nears, Antares grins. This won't end quickly. But just before they clash, Jin Wu awakens in his room, drenched in sweat. He blinks, eyes Darting around, disoriented. What was that? Just a dream. The scene shifts to

a police station where a young recruit, Lee Seahhan, reflects on a rumor that haunted the halls since his first day. A legend whispered among officers in the violent crimes division. They called him the phantom among investigators. Known for cracking every case he touched, including cold cases long thought unsolvable. His arrest rate was so high it sounded Like fiction 200%. Criminals who encountered him were said to become meek and compliant, as if staring down death itself. His name became lore in every nearby precinct. There was even a story that he turned down promotions just to stay

in the field. Who in their right mind would refuse a promotion? The recruit wondered. Lost in thought. He's approached by an officer. You must be the new recruit starting today, the man Says casually. Investigator Lee Cen, fresh to the department, but already carrying the weight of expectations. Sensing Lee's nerves, the senior officer smiles and offers him a cup of coffee. No need to be stiff. We're like family here, he says. Lee nods and explains he just met with the squad captain who assigned him to partner with someone named investigator Sun. At the mention of the

name, the officer's expression shifts. You mean the phantom. Lee Freezes. He didn't expect that name to be real. The officer chuckles. They call him that because he appears and vanishes like a ghost. At first, it was just a nickname around here, but other precincts started using it, too. "Have you heard of him?" the man asks, then glances down at the coffee in Lee's hand. That was actually meant for him. As they speak, the air in the room shifts, then in walks a quiet, composed figure with a commanding presence. Lee Instantly knows this man was the

Phantom. The senior officer quickly introduces Lee as the new recruit. The phantom gives a small nod, the officer pats Lee on the back. I'll leave him to you. Train him well. Still reeling, Lee trails behind, nervously, wondering, "Was he upset about the coffee?" Breaking the silence, Jin Wu suddenly asks, "Why did you join the force?" Lee answers without hesitation. To catch the bad guys. A faint smile crosses Jin Wus face. "Then that's exactly what we'll do." As they leave the building together, Lee's heart races. He still couldn't believe it. He was about to learn how

to hunt down criminals from the Phantom himself. Several days later, investigator Lee looked completely drained. Seeing his state, a nearby officer asked what had happened to him. Another replied with a chuckle. He's been chasing down small-time crooks all day with investigator sung. Standing Nearby, Jin Wu smiled to himself. He recalled something Lee had once claimed that he'd taken down an armed robber with his bare hands. It made training him a little more entertaining than usual. As Jin Wu focused on another case file, a voice suddenly echoed from across the room. A woman was raising her

voice, pleading with an officer. She would never take her own life. She cried. The investigator calmly tried to reason with her, explaining that all the Evidence pointed towards suicide, but the woman wasn't having it. She thrust her phone forward. Look at her messages. Does this look like someone planning to die in 3 hours? The officer replied, "Most suicides aren't planned. They happen in the heat of the moment." Their argument was cut short by Jin Wu stepping in. "Mind if I take a look at the file?" he asked. Flipping through the report, he read aloud. The

woman was found in her bathtub, having bled out From a deep cut on her wrist. The knife used was discovered inside the tub, and the only prints on it were her own. Despite appearing cheerful, she had been diagnosed with depression. After reviewing the details, Jin Wu looked up. I don't see anything unusual here, but I'll take the case just to be sure. He then turned to the woman and introduced himself. There are a few things I need to ask. Please come with me. The story fast forwards to an apartment building Under gray skies. Inside, moments

pass in silence until a shadow forms in the dim light. Jin Wu steps into the room. He inspects the space, his sharp eyes scanning every detail. Nothing immediately stands out. Blood stains mark the edges of the tub. Staring at them, he thinks to himself, "I used to need the body to do this, but now he raises a hand. Shadow magic coils through the air. From the blood, a form begins to materialize. A girl, her Outline trembling, appears in the room. Startled, she gasps, looking around in fear. Don't be afraid, Jin Wu says gently. You're free

now. From pain, from death. He asked the question, "Did you take your own life?" "By choice," she lowers her head. "Yes," she whispers. "What made you do it?" Jin Wu asked softly. She begins to tell her story. Later elsewhere, a man hears his doorbell. He checks the camera and sees an investigator holding out his badge. I'm with the police, Jinmu says. I'd like to ask you a few questions about your daughter. The man opens the door in a hurry. Did you find something? What happened to her? Not yet, Jin Wu replies. But I need to

ask you a few things. Will you come with me? The father nods solemnly. if there's any chance of learning the truth. I'll help in any way I can. The scene shifts to a cafe. Across the table, Jin Wu sits calmly. He begins, "What kind of student Was your daughter?" The man stiffens at the question. Jin Wu presses gently. "Was there anyone who might have held a grudge against her?" The man quickly shakes his head. "Absolutely not. She was a kind and gentle girl, the sort of girl no one could hate." His voice cracks. I still

can't believe she's gone. Jin Wu nods, his voice steady. You must have cared deeply for her. Yes, the man replies. She wasn't my biological child. But I loved her as if she were my Own. If only she had told me. If she had just said something. Jin Wu reaches into his folder. During the investigation, we came across a sound file among her belongings. I'd like you to listen. He plays the audio. As the recording begins, the man's demeanor begins to shift. The voice in the recording is Jin Yi, young and fragile, describing the torment she

endured for years at the hands of her adoptive father. Though she had escaped to a far away place, the Moment he reached out to her again, she lost all hope. That was when she made the decision to end her own life. The man stares at Jin Wu, now defensive. What's the point of playing this? If you're here to arrest me, then why not just bring back up and slap on the cuffs. Jin Wu looks at him, expression unreadable. You have two options. Option one, confess everything and come with me to the station. The man scoffs

in the second, pay the price, Jin Wu replies. The man smirks, misreading the situation. How much are you asking? Jin Wu pauses, then answers coolly, that will be enough. A chilling shift takes over the room. His voice drops low. Listen carefully. This place isn't the world you came from. This is a space I created, an imitation of the world outside, but it exists elsewhere. This is the realm of the dead. No living soul can enter without the master's permission. He stares directly into the Man's eyes. And now it's your prison. The man blinks in disbelief.

What are you saying? Think carefully, Jin Wu says. Can you even remember how you got here? Panic starts to spread across the man's face. The cafe is brightly lit, but completely empty. He stares at Jin Wu, his voice rising. Who are you? What is this? Some kind of nightmare? He bolts for the exit, but shadows rise from the floor, swarming him like a tidal wave. He screams, thrashes, but It's useless. Blood splatters across the walls. Eventually, his screams fade. Behind Jin Wu, a faint shadow appears. It's Jin Yi, her voice soft and clear. Thank you

for everything. Jin Wu turns to her. Is there anything else you'd like to say? She hesitates. By any chance, if it's not too much trouble, can I ask you a favor? Back at the police station, Jin Wu hands a small package to the friend who had believed in Jin Yi to the very end. She left this Behind. He says, "The name on the note was yours. I thought she'd want you to have it," he adds gently. "From what we can tell, the chance of foul play is very low. The case will be closing soon." The

girl looks down. "So, you're sure it was really suicide?" Jyn Wu gives a faint nod. Opening the gift, her eyes fill with tears. She whispers, "Thank you." As Jyn Wu walks away, a thought lingers in his mind, one hour before she ended her life. If only that Insidious message from her adoptive father hadn't reached her phone. Would those two friends have enjoyed a birthday party just as they planned? The scene shifts to a restaurant. Sitting across the table, Jinho looks unusually serious. With a deep breath, he tells Jiu that he's made up his mind. This

time, he's going to propose to Jenna no matter what. Jiu stares at him a bit taken aback. He struggles to find the right words, unsure how to even respond. Before he can speak, Jinho pulls out a luxurious diamond ring from his pocket and eagerly asks if Jenna would like it. Jiu examines the ring and replies honestly. He's not exactly an expert in that department. Jinho just laughs it off and says it's okay. He didn't know what she'd like either, so he came prepared with plenty of gifts. He then mentions a new building project on company

land. Once Gina finishes her medical studies, he plans to build a Hospital just for her. Jiu pauses, then asks if that building is estimated to cost around 30 billion one. Jinho's eyes widen in shock. How did you know that? He asks. Jiu recalls a conversation from his previous timeline, one where Chief told him about this very hospital. Thinking quickly, Jiu tells Jinho he doesn't need grand gestures. He's a good man. He just needs to be himself. Moved by the words, Jinho asks if he can give him a hug. Jiu tries to stop him, But Jinho

lunges forward anyway. Later that night, Jiu arrives home. As he enters, he's greeted by the sight of his wife, Chahai in and their newborn son, still awake. Cha teasingly asks why he went drinking, especially since alcohol doesn't affect him. Jiu explains he met Jinho, who had something important to say. Cha asks if he finally decided to propose. Jiu smiles and says, "We'll see if he gathers the courage." He notices their baby, Su Ho, is still lively. Chaw Says it's because he slept too much during the day. Suddenly, Jin Wu notices strange movements from his shadows.

Bellian insists the young master must be trained in swordsmanship, while Igras argues that academics should come first. Ji Wu sigh, telling them to wait until Su Ho at least learns to walk. Cha a bit sarcastically suggests maybe Jyn Wu should come home early so he can witness that moment. The next day at the police station, Jin Wu enters the police Chief's office and asks, "Did you call for me, Chief?" Wu Jin Scho reminds him not to interfere with other investigators cases too much. He calls Jin Wu Hunter, but Jin Wu reminds him he's no longer

one. Still, Wu says the title just feels more natural. He explains that the guardian of a recent suicide victim has gone missing. And oddly, all nearby security footage was lost. Jin Wu fains ignorance. I don't know much about that. Maybe it's just a Coincidence. Then Wu hands Jin Wu a card. Jyn Wu looks confused. Woo explains. The card contains information on chairman Gogunhi. With a heavy heart, Wu informs Jin Wu that the chairman is in critical condition. Later at the hospital, the chairman lies silently in bed. Jin Wu visits him. Go Gun. He weakly gestures

toward his oxygen mask. Jin Wu removes it. With a soft voice, the chairman expresses how happy he is to see Jyn Wu again. He says he searched For Jyn Wu for so long. Jin Wu offers a potion to heal him, but the chairman gently declines. He says he's lived long enough. His final request is to see the past world Jyn Wu once told him about. He wants to remember the world and what happened there. Jin Wu hesitates, saying, "These memories might not be pleasant for you to recall." But the chairman replies, "I just want to

recover my lost memories." Seeing his determination, Jyn Wu reaches Out to fulfill his wish. As Jyn Wu grabs the chairman's hand, memories flood back into the old man's mind. He recalls meeting Jyn Wu, their time working together, the Jin Wu saving hunters there. The memories rush in. He remembers tense diplomatic moments, his role as a fragment of brilliant light. He remembers dying at the hands of the monarch of Frost and asking Jiu to protect humanity. Tears welling in his eyes, he thanks Jin Wu. It was an honor To fight alongside heroes like you in his

final moments. Go he thinks even if my body turns cold in this warm sunlight, these glorious memories will remain with me and keep me warm forever. He closes his eyes. Jyn Wu, watching in silence, feels a deep peace. He bows his head and says goodbye to a man who gave everything for humanity, a true hero until the very end. Fast forward, Jin Wu is quietly walking away, deep in thought. Suddenly, his phone rings. On The other end, he hears his wife's voice, urgent and slightly frantic. Cha Hayen, clearly stressed, says, "Something's going on with our

son." Alarmed, Jin Wu immediately asks, "What's happening?" her response. Su Ho is flying around the house right now. In the background, Chaw scrambles to catch him while Bellian and Igor stand cheering the boy on. Jin Wu blinks, trying to process what he just heard. "Flying," he repeats in disbelief. "That's when he remembers something Jinho once joked about. A kid from you and your wife. He'll probably be sprinting around the second he's born. Still trying to contain the situation, Cha asks, "What do I do?" Jin Wu reassures her, "It's fine. I'll teach him how to fly

properly, step by step." She pauses. "You know how to fly, too." The story shifts back to the hospital where doctors solemnly deliver news to Chairman Gohi's wife. Meanwhile, still On the call, Jin Wu reflects, "When autumn comes, winter follows. Then spring greets the world. Everything has a beginning and an end, and a new beginning follows after the end. Hearing Cha trying to calm herself, Jin Wu gently tells her, "I'll be home early tonight," he thinks to himself. It seems the winter for our house is still yet to come. Back at the Jin Wu household, Igris

and Bellian are arguing again. Bellian insists the young master must Begin aerial combat lessons immediately. Igras disagrees, claiming this only confirms Su Ho is destined to become a pilot in the future. Meanwhile, Cha is on the floor cleaning, exhausted, hoping her husband comes home soon. As Su Ho continues flying around the house, the scene shifts to a time long before. On the chaotic battleground of Jezju Island, among the swarming bloodthirsty ants, an ominous figure silently observes. The creatures are locked in Brutal combat, devour one another as no food remains, murmurss the watcher, none other than

the queen of the insects. Her gaze lands on a singular unique egg. Unlike the others, this one carries the potential to change the tide. For the sake of the colony, she whispers. You must become the spear that strikes fear into all who stand against us. Lead them as their strongest warrior. We jump forward in time. The monstrous ant Buu returns to the insect hive. There are no Kings outside, he declares coldly. Staring down the humans cowering inside, he asks, "Are there any here who claim to be king?" That's when he notices Jin Wu. The shadow

monarch stands still, slightly taken aback. Not by fear, but curiosity. It was the first time Beiru recalls that he had met a human who did not cower before him. With a faint grin, Jin Wu remarks, "Now you're finally acting like an insect." That memory lingers even now. As Baru thinks back, He recalls how rare it was to meet someone who didn't afraid at the sight of him. Now Suo stares at him the same way with calm eyes unshaken. This confused Beiru, who turns and begins to walk away. But just as he takes flight, he hears

the boy calling out from behind. Buu ignores him at first, but Su Ho doesn't give up. He chases after him. Perplexed by this persistence, Buiru wonders, "Why does the young lord always follow me around?" That's when Igris Appears beside him, calmly, stating, "Of course the young lord is interested." Buu doesn't quite get it. Igris chuckles and explains, "You're a towering ant bigger than any man. You can fly. You can talk. What child wouldn't be fascinated?" Understanding dawns on Buu. So that's why he follows me because I'm big, I can talk, and I can fly. From

there, the story transitions to the shadow realm. Marshall Buu arrives among the dwarves who are busy working on Something grand. I want to make a slight revision to the plan, Buu says. The dwarves grow anxious, but the designs for his majesty's holy statue have been finalized for months. It's all for his 32nd birthday. Buiru raises a clawed hand to calm them. I'm not scrapping it, just making a few changes. He carefully outlines his new idea. After listening, the dwarves brighten up, nodding with excitement. Of course, with this change, the final result might be even more

Magnificent. As Baru prepares to leave, one dwarf steps forward. We'll need more hands for this. Can we summon the demons from the demon castle to help? Beu gives a nod. Do what you must. I have other matters to attend to. The scene shifts to a quiet neighborhood right outside Jin Wu's home. Parked nearby, a suspicious group of men sit inside a car, tension thick in the air. One of them hesitates. "Are we really going through with this?" Their leader scoffs. "Getting cold feet now," he says, his tone sharp. "Because of that man, our entire organization

vanished without a trace. Don't you think it's only fair we leave him a little message? With that, the group steps out of the car. The boss goes over the plan again, make it look like a simple breakin, just an unfortunate robbery, where the wife and son of a former investigator became victims. As they approach the large house, they're surprised. No alarm System, no cameras, nothing. One of them mutters, "It's like they want to be robbed." Without delay, they vault over the wall and slip into the property. But something's off. The boss looks around and notices

only one man is still behind him. "Where are the others?" he asks, confused. Before he can process what's happening, an enormous shadow looms over him. As he turns, still unaware, a massive claw engulfs his entire face. The figure holding him is none other Than Buu. With a cold, commanding voice, Buu tells him, "Stay quiet. The young master has just fallen asleep. He is not to be disturbed by pests. The man's body trembles as Beiru stares down at him with amusement. That expression, paralyzed by fear, was a familiar one. Yes, Buiru thought. Being trusted by his

lege and liked by the young air is rewarding. But this this was satisfying in its own primal way. The way prey looks at a predator, it never changes. The story then shifts to the world of Repose: Shadow World, where Essil and the Redu Clan work alongside the Shadow Soldiers to finish a grand project. As the final touches are completed, one of the dwarves excitedly informs Buu that the project is done. "What do you think?" he asks. Bu's many eyes gleam. "It's magnificent." He raises his voice proudly. "Our lege will be pleased. This statue, majestic and

noble, will be a gift worthy of him. He pauses, his tone Softening. And maybe one day, when the young master walks this realm, he'll see it, too. Just then, a strange sound breaks the moment. A child's voice echoes from behind. Buu freezes. Turning around with the others, he's stunned to see Suo. Somehow, the boy has entered the shadow dungeon by himself. How? Buu whispers in disbelief. Time leaps forward a few years. We find Chahai in visiting Su Ho's school. She sits with his teacher who hands her a Sketchbook. These are Su Ho's drawings, the teacher

says. Cha flips through the pages. One image in particular stands out. An aunt standing upright on two legs. The teacher explains. We asked him to draw a friend and this is what he made. Shaw is surprised, but before she can ask more, the teacher shows her additional sketches. Drawings of what? Su Ho calls his family. On the final page is their house, but the base of the drawing is strange. We asked him why he Drew it that way, the teacher continues. He said, "Because that's where friends, family, and big dad are." The teacher admits, "At

first, I thought it might be something concerning, but Suho's a bright, joyful kid, and honestly, his artwork is something special." The scene transitions to a busy police station where cheers and applause fill the room. Officers surround Jin Wu, offering congratulations for his recent promotion. One of them grins and nudges Him. Come on, shouldn't you be treating us to a round or two? Now later, as Jin Wu settles at his desk, a colleague leans in and asks, "You turned it down so many times before. Why accept the promotion now?" Jyn Wu gives a small smile. I

just ran out of excuses. The two sit down and the coworker casually asks, "Don't you want more? A higher post, better pay." Jin Wu pauses, tempted to say that years ago he used to earn more than most top tier lawyers. But instead, he just chuckles and says, "I'll treat you today, so stop buttering me up." The story shifts again, this time to Jin Wus home. He flips through a sketchbook filled with drawings, Su Ho's drawings. At just 5 years old, the boy's talent surprises him. "He's really something," Jin Wu says with admiration. Chahin, however, looks

more concerned than amused. "Look at the last page." She explains that Su Ho told her there's a big dad living Underground, surrounded by darkness. "Does that sound familiar to you?" she asks. But Jin Wu just laughs, brushing it off. Cha presses, "Why are you laughing?" "Nothing," Jin Wu replies, smiling to himself. It just reminded me of something. Cha then shares something more troubling. The other kids at school are scared of him. He's never hurt them or even raised his voice, but when he walks toward them, they go pale. Jin Wus expression darkens slightly. Deep down,

he knows the reason. Children are sensitive. They can sense things adults cannot. Maybe they're sensing the remnants of the shadow monarch's power within Su Ho, the same force that once commanded death itself. He fears that if that power grows too strong within Suho, it could overwhelm him. Realizing this, Jin Wu turns to Cha and says, "We need to seal it away. His powers and his memories of the shadows, at least until he's old enough to handle it." He hopes That by doing so, Suo can live a normal life, free of burden. With that, Jin Wu

hands Buiru the drawing Su Ho had made of him. Buu looks at them visibly moved. Each image reveals the affection Su Ho had for him. May I say goodbye to the young master?" he asks softly. Jin Wu nods. Buu enters the boy's room quietly. Su Ho is already asleep. Approaching the bedside. Buu kneels and whispers. I've come to say farewell from all of us. It was an honor To serve you, he says. Until we meet again, may you grow strong and happy. Then Jin Wu places his hand on Su Ho's forehead and seals away the

memories and powers buried within him. When it's done, they leave quietly. Su Ho sleeps peacefully, unaware that the memories of the shadows have quietly faded away, dissipating like mist in the morning sun. Time passes and a few years slip by. Now a teenager, Su Ho has grown. A new chapter begins as he heads off to High school. The campus buzzes with life. Students filled with energy and nervous excitement, chattering as they walk through the gates on their very first day. Amid the crowd, Suo walks quietly, calm and composed, his presence almost unnoticed among the eager

newcomers. Inside the school hallway, students rush to find their classrooms, laughter and voices echoing against the walls, marking the start of a new journey. Inside one of the classrooms, a Student named Lee Yun Chael reunites with some old friends from middle school. As they catch up, a tall, sharpeyed student named Jugho walks over to him. The two exchange a tense glance before shaking hands. Lee recognizes him. He's heard rumors that Jugho is a bit rough around the edges. Still, Lee figures it might not be so bad having someone like him around. Scanning the room, Lee

starts gauging the social pecking order. That's when his eyes land On someone. Su Ho. He watches Su Ho curiously, but when Su Ho notices the stare and meets his gaze with a confused expression, Lee gets irritated. Did you see that smug look? He snaps at his friends. He didn't even bother to look away. Before Lee can act on his irritation, Jugho steps in, advising him. He went to my middle school. Trust me, just let it go. Lee's irritation boils over. What are you scared? You got a death wish or something? The next Scene cuts to

outside the school. Jugh Ho lies on the ground bruised and aching after a beating from Lee and his crew. Lee towers over him. So this is the guy everyone thinks is strong. What a joke. He asks why he tried to protect that quiet kid from earlier. Through clenched teeth, Juang answers, "That quiet kid. He was the strongest guy in our school. No one ever laid a hand on him. He had only stepped in because he sensed things could go very wrong again. Lee scoffs, Furious. You serious? If someone like that existed, I'd have heard about

him. Fueled by rage, he starts hitting Juang again. But then footsteps. They all turn and standing there is Su Ho. Calmly, Su Ho speaks. That beating should be enough to justify what's about to happen. Right. Ju gives a small nod. Lee, confused and irritated, turns to Su Ho. What are you even talking about? Before he can finish, one of his lackeyis is kicked clean across the schoolyard. The Others freeze in shock. Before they can move, Su Ho takes out another lackey with a swift blow to the face. He drops instantly. Lee, now panicked, lunges at

Su Ho with a punch, but Su Ho sees it coming. He counters with a high kick, effortlessly knocking the punch aside. Stunned, Lee barely processes what's happening before Su Ho launches a crushing kick beneath his chin, sending him airborne. He crashes down next to his unconscious friends. Su Ho turned to Juong and said, "Since it's come to this, I'll leave the rest to you." Ju nodded in agreement. "As always, time skips ahead. We overhear two students chatting in the hallway, their voices filled with awe. Did you hear?" Juang beat up Lee and his gang. Yeah,

I heard he's been training in judo since he was a kid. Makes sense, huh? The story shifts back to Su Ho, who's getting ready to leave school. He sigh, feeling a bit bored, and wonders if he should Stop by an internet cafe before heading home. Just as he reaches for the classroom door, it refuses to budge. Puzzled, he peers out the window to call someone, but that's when he notices something strange. Everything outside is frozen. people, cars, even the leaves midair. Time itself has stopped. Stunned, Su Ho steps back. What is this? Before he can

even process it, a swirling electric black portal opens up in the middle of the room. Its energy Crackles with a power that feels both ancient and dangerous. Zuho's thoughts immediately go to his father. What would he do in a moment like this? Bracing himself, he takes a deep breath and steps through. On the other side, his eyes widen in awe. The portal vanishes behind him, leaving Su Ho alone in a strange new place. It's like stepping into another world. Su Ho thinks the way back is blocked, and he has no choice but to move forward.

Then he sees a long Passage stretches out before him, lined with walls covered in countless weapons, swords, spears, daggers, and more. As he walks forward, a glowing message appears in front of one of the weapons, displaying its stats like something straight out of a video game. He checks the others. Each weapon has its own unique description. "This is like a game system," he mutters. He starts wondering if he's meant to choose a weapon, and if his choices are limited by some kind of Level-based system. Maybe if he levels up, he'll unlock stronger gear. As he

explores, Zu Ho notices a set of weapons arranged in a dim corner. clearly separated from the rest. Must be the junk pile, he jokes to himself. Who'd use something this weak-l looking? He wonders, amused. Moving past it, his gaze falls on a pair of gauntlets. They're different, sleek, powerful. They seem to call out to him, he grins. Swords are cool, but way too cliche. With a confident nod, Su Ho reaches for the gauntlets. Now, this is getting interesting. Time skips ahead and Su Ho is now exploring the depths of a mysterious dungeon. Looking around, he

wonders if he's wandered into the basement of some ancient castle. But just as he reaches the center of the hallway, something eerie begins to stir. Unbeknownst to him, the armorclad knights lining the walls begin to move. Suddenly, without any warning, one of Them lunges at him, sword raised to strike. Su Ho reacts just in time. Instinctively raising his gauntlets, he blocks the powerful slash. The force sends him skidding back, his heart racing as adrenaline kicks in. No time to panic. He steadies himself and drives his fist into the knight's chest, shattering it into pieces. A

glowing notification appears in midair. Level up. But Su Ho doesn't have time to celebrate. He spins around, thinking Back to all the knights he saw lining the halls on his way here. And then he sees them. An entire army of animated knights closing in from every direction. Fear grips him for a moment, but he clenches his fists. Realizing the truth, he has to fight his way through them to escape. With no time to hesitate, the gauntlet powered brawler charges forward, smashing his way through the enemies one after another. Each takedown earns him another level up,

but he Barely glances at the messages. He's too focused on survival. One after another, the armored soldiers fall before him until finally the room grows silent. A final notification appears. Level 19 achieved. Panting, Su Ho surveys the broken armor scattered at his feet. It's like a game. Defeat enemies, gain experience, grow stronger. Still, one question lingers in his mind. How did I beat them at level one? He wonders, staring at the dark aura pulsing from His body. What is this power inside me? Before long, he reaches a massive ominous door. He grips the handle, thinking,

"If I want to survive, I need to get even stronger." The door caks open, revealing a throne room, and seated at the far end is a towering figure clad in jet black armor. A dark knight. Suo's breath catches. The sheer pressure of the creature's presence makes it clear. This one is no ordinary enemy. This is the boss. The knight Rises slowly and grips his sword. Their eyes meet in a silent clash of wills. Su Ho braces to strike first, but before he can even move, the knight vanishes from sight. In an instant, he reappears, sword

slicing through the air through Su Ho. A thunderous shock wave blasts through the chamber, leveling everything in its path. Su Ho wakes up again at the start of the dungeon. He stares at the ceiling, confused and frustrated. How am I still alive? Checking his Surroundings, he realizes he's back where he started. He glances toward the torches on the wall and sees that one of the flames has gone out. He shrugs it off for now, thinking it must be a coincidence, and decides to change his gear. Now that he's stronger, he switches to upgraded gauntlets, but

a thought lingers. What happens when all the flames go out? He dives back into battle, only to fall again. When he wakes, another torch is extinguished. Panic sets in. That night, he's too strong. Su Ho thinks back to the boss. At this rate, I'll never defeat him. As he reathers his gear, his eyes land on a weapon, one just like the boss was using. The level requirement is high. Too high. Su Ho shudders at the thought of the power gap. Later, armed to the teeth, Suo stands once more before a group of knights blocking his

path. He scoffs. You guys aren't tired of this yet, but something clicks. They keep Coming back again and again like they're on an endless loop. He smirks. That means infinite exp. With new determination, Suo charges into the fray. His movements grow sharper, faster, deadlier. While dealing with a heavily armored foe, he catches a glimpse of an archer drawing its bow. Before it can loose an arrow, Suo appears beside it and crushes it with a single punch. More notifications appear. Level up. Then a new message. Class Advancement unlocked. Accept quest. Without hesitation, Suho accepts. Portals open

around him. A timer appears in the air. Followed by a system message. Endure the trial. The longer you last, the more advancement points you gain. Suo cracks his knuckles. So, it's a survival test, huh? He grins. This might be more fun than I thought. The scene jumps ahead. A beast cloaked in robes, clearly a mage, begins gathering energy. Flames swirl in its Palms as it finishes casting a massive fireball. With a roar, it hurls the blazing orb, detonating a fiery explosion that rocks the entire room. But Suho reacts just in time, leaping out of range

before the blast engulfs him. He's clearly exhausted now. No matter how many enemies he strikes down, more seem to take their place. Just then, Suo notices more mages in the distance. chanting ominous spells. Above him, a gigantic fireball starts to form. Its size alone is terrifying. There's no escaping this one. Realizing that, he plants his feet, raises his shield, and braces for impact. He holds strong, but barely. With his body still smoking from the blast, he spots another incantation being completed. This time, it summons a towering stone Gollum, its footsteps shaking the ground. Frustrated, Suo

drops his shield, muttering that he's done relying on defense. Like lightning, he closes the distance and unleashes a Barrage of strikes. His raw strength reducing the Gollum to rubble. Without pause, he grabs the massive sword from his back and flings it like a spear. It cleaves through the remaining magic beast with terrifying force. The sword crashes into the wall, leaving nothing but shards of armor in its wake. Su Ho doesn't stop. He draws a bow, charges it with mana, and fires. The arrow blasts through the monsters like a missile. He appears behind a distracted knight,

and Without hesitation, slices through its helmet with dual daggers. Then he flings the blades at two others, eliminating them instantly, breathing heavily, Suho grins. "Who needs weapons?" he mutters. Real warriors fight with their fists. The battlefield quiets, the room now filled with broken armor and shattered weapons. Su Ho stands alone. He had just soloed an entire army of magical beasts. Suddenly, a system message appears. He's gathered enough points to unlock a new Class. Another message pops up. His class will be determined by his achievements. The system declares that Suo's fighting spirit has triumphed over every

challenge. He didn't back down, no matter the odds. Because of that, he is granted the fighter class. But that's not the end. Due to his exceptional performance, a second evaluation begins. The system calculates his total advancement points. Bonus time survived. Over 50% HP remaining. All enemies Defeated. Everything adds up. And the result, his new class, Soul Striker. Power surges through him, but he's not satisfied to face the true boss. He still needs more. As he reflects, the knights begin respawning. A system warning appears. The longer he remains in one spot, the more enemies will be

summoned. Hours pass. Su Ho keeps grinding, defeating wave after wave, collecting rare items. The Agrade necklace of the Watchmen, the superior Ring of the mage, and finally the S-class scorching gauntlets of the Fighting Phantom. Now fully equipped and stronger than ever, he returns to the throne room. There sits Igoras, the Black Knight, unmoved since their last encounter. But something's different. Su Ho's power now radiates like never before. Stepping forward, he casually asks, "Hope I didn't keep you waiting." And then this time it's my turn. His current level 70 And he's just getting started. As the

battle begins, Igris doesn't waste a second. Without warning, he launches a wave of crackling electricity at Su Ho. Caught off guard, Su Ho barely manages to dodge at the last moment, only to find Egress already closing the distance. Reacting quickly, Su Ho swings with force, but Egress intercepts the blow with his blade. The impact sends shock waves through the chamber, ripping the surroundings apart in a thunderous Explosion. Flames engulf them both, but when the smoke clears, they're still standing. Egress strikes again, his blades slashing through the air in rapid succession. Su Ho dodges each attack

with razor sharp reflexes, but he's unable to land a clean hit in return. The realization hits him. He's still not fast enough. As he searches for an opening, Igras seizes the moment and delivers a crushing blow. Su Ho blocks with his gauntlets, but the sheer force Sends him flying across the room. He crashes into a pillar, but rebounds instantly, locking eyes with Igris. As the knight charges in, channeling all his strength into his fist, Suo launches a devastating punch. Igris raises his sword just in time to block, but even he feels the weight behind that

strike. In that instant, Igris silently acknowledges Suo's power. He truly carries the blood of a monarch. With renewed focus, Igris forces Su Ho back. He senses the young fighter still hasn't tapped into his full strength. Su Ho, catching his breath, begins to realize something. He is holding his own. But this night, he's in a league of his own. These aren't like the FOD or soldiers he mowed down before. Egress is different, special, and if Igris is extraordinary, then so is Su Ho. Reflecting on his journey, Suho remembers even from level one, he had bonus stats.

He defeated enemies well above his rank with ease. And if every level gave him plus one to every stat, then his current power isn't that of a level 70 fighter. It's closer to level 110. At that moment, he hurls Igris through a wall. And then a new notification appears. Suo has unlocked a title, Young Monarch. As a result, all his stats increase by 40 points thanks to the inheritance of the shadow monarch. Egress struggles to rise, but before he can react, Suho is already there. One thunderous punch sends Crashing through the wall, and Su Ho

doesn't stop. He unleashes a relentless combo, forcing Igris back with blow after blow. The battle rages into a different part of the dungeon. Both warriors land on their feet, but only barely. Without hesitation, Suo strikes again, unleashing an attack so powerful it sends shock waves echoing through the chamber. Cracks form across Igris's armor. He stares at Su Ho with growing respect. This young warrior is his Leis's son, a natural-born fighter who carries the legacy of the shadow monarch. Even without mastering his power, Suo has drawn out strength that rivals monarchs. As Igris ponders this, Su

Ho approaches, his final blow incoming. Accepting his defeat with honor, Igris closes his eyes. The strike lands. Igris' form shatters into fragments of light and vanishes. The battlefield falls silent. Su Ho, exhausted, stands alone once more. Then, Ding. A system message flashes. You've leveled up. Su Ho throws his fist in the air. Victory is his and he's only getting stronger. Just as Su Ho was catching his breath, a new portal began to shimmer into existence behind him. Alert, he turned to face it, wondering if it might be an exit from this strange world. Without hesitation,

he stepped through, curious about where it might lead. On the other side, Suo found himself near a familiar building. It Looked like the D tower in the Sona district, but the entire structure was engulfed in flames. As he examined the fiery scene, he sensed something nearby. Turning his head, he came face to face with Cerberus, the mighty guardian of the demon realm. Despite the beast's towering presence, Su Ho remained calm and unfazed. The two locked eyes in silence, but when Cberus looked closer, he caught a glimpse of Jin Wu and Su Ho's presence. The realization

made the Beast freeze in place, overwhelmed with fear. Su Ho, however, simply assumed it was a strange looking statue and continued walking, unaware of the terror he inspired. He soon reached a large door leading into the demon realm itself. Unsure of what lay ahead, but knowing nothing would change unless he acted, he pushed the door open and walked in. What greeted him was a quiet corridor, and beyond it, a burning city overrun by swarms of demons. As the Monsters charged toward him, Su Ho stood his ground. Moments later, the battlefield fell silent. Su Ho was

the last one standing, surrounded by the remains of countless defeated enemies. Yet, despite his overwhelming victory, something in his expression revealed confusion. As if he still hadn't found what he was looking for, he pressed onward, clearing floor after floor with ease. The 10th, 20th, and even 30th floors offered no challenge. Every foe Crumbled under his strength. By now, boredom was setting in. The monsters were simply too weak. Eventually, he reached the 50th floor and faced the floor's boss. Su Ho clashed with another floor boss while questioning whether he had grown too powerful too quickly. All

just to fight that black knight. Still, he kept climbing, thinking the tower was vast. But if he pushed himself, he could conquer one floor per hour. Then came the 100th floor. Su Ho wasn't expecting Much. Not after everything else. But as he looked ahead, his eyes widened. There stood a regal female demon surrounded by knights. Strangely, she was smiling. Deciding not to waste time, Su Ho leapt forward, aiming to end the battle quickly. But before he could strike, the demons called out in a human tongue, surprising him. She urged him to wait. Her voice trembled

as she spoke. She reminded him that during his last attempt, he hadn't made it nearly this Far. Su Ho, puzzled, asked what she meant, but the demonist simply told him not to dwell on it. She then introduced herself formally as Essel, the eldest daughter of the topranked demon clan, Redu. But instead of being impressed, Suo was visibly disappointed. Was this really all the tower had to offer? Essel admitted it was. She explained that there used to be a final boss, a demon king, but after their clan achieved the top rank, that stage was removed. She

Congratulated Su Ho on completing the tower for the first time and added that a grand celebration awaited him, prepared by the clan's leader. But Su Ho's eyes caught something else. He pointed beyond her and asked if this was the end. What was that? Essel turned and noticed a gate standing ominously nearby. She told Suho that the gate led to an entirely different dimension. Without a second thought, Su Ho prepared to leave. Esso called out to stop him, Mentioning the banquet in his honor. But Su Ho waved it off with a cheeky grin, saying, "I don't

even know what demons eat." And besides, I'm not old enough to drink yet. Maybe in a few years. Hearing that, Essel could only smile and accept it. But suddenly, her expression changed. She froze as a memory surfaced. Su Ho's words echoed something she had heard before. A promise made long ago, that they'd meet again, but he never returned. It had been 60 years since the Demon castle had fallen into silence. Since then, the only time they'd been contacted was to help build sculptures. Before she could speak again, Suo mispronounced both her name and her clan's

title, calling her Isil of the Risclan. He told her he'd remember that. Essel blinked and then chuckled. She offered a warm farewell and wished him the best. With that, Zu Ho stepped into the gate, wondering if it really led to freedom, or perhaps something worse. Was The tower not the end of the strange world? What greeted him next was far from peace. A swarm of glowing red eyes stared back at him in the darkness. As he moved forward, he realized he had emerged into a vast underground cave, crawling with insect-like creatures. Annoyed, Suho clenched his

fists. More fighting, more monsters. He sighed and charged in. Time passed and insect corpses now littered the cavern. Not far from them, Su Ho was running, dodging Attacks while muttering to himself, "What kind of insane ants are these?" The relentless horde kept closing in. Su Ho had no choice but to fight back, clearing them out while realizing just how endless this seemed. As he pummeled through the swarm, notifications appeared. He was leveling up. At least that was something. With the room nearly cleared, Su Ho realized he was adapting to their movements. Eyes fixed on the

boss room ahead, he moved to see what Awaited him inside. The moment he entered, a strange silence hung in the air. The chamber was enormous. Zu Ho paused, wondering just how massive the boss had to be if the space was built to the scale. But he didn't immediately notice the figure approaching him. Buiru slowly walked forward. Su Ho squinted, confused. Why did it look like he was crying? Before he could dwell on it further, Buu lunged forward, and their clash began. The room shook With each blow as the two traded rapid, powerful strikes. Buu launched

an attack, but Su Ho dodged and countered with a swift kick to his opponent's gut. Buu staggered, but didn't fall. Instead, he raised a hand, as if trying to say something to plead. Su Ho ignored it and delivered a heavy uppercut under Buir's chin. He dove back into the fight and as Su Ho struggled to keep up. Buu paused, hesitating. Su Ho noticed it, confused. Before he could figure it out, Buu Healed all his injuries and charged again. This time, he was done holding back, slashing with full force. Buu's claw missed Su Ho, but tore

through the ground behind him with a violent shock wave. Su Ho steadied himself again. and he noticed the tears again. Beiru seemed to plead for him to stop, but Su Ho pushed forward, one more crushing punch straight to Beiru's face. His face twisted in frustration, and Su Ho couldn't help but wonder what was going On with this strange monster. Suddenly, Buu's instincts flared to life. Su Ho had unknowingly triggered a primal urge within him, one that screamed to fight with lethal force. But just as quickly, Buu reigned it in. He managed to stop himself, muttering

internally that he had gotten careless. Then out of nowhere, Buu collapsed to the floor. Su Ho stood stunned as a notification flashed before him. He had leveled up. Somehow he had defeated the creature. He Couldn't believe it. That winged monster was terrifying. Yet, it had acted so strangely, pausing between attacks, leaving wide openings. It was almost like it hadn't wanted to fight at all. Su Ho shrugged off the thought. Whatever the reason, he'd barely scraped through. And now another gate appeared behind him. Checking his level, he noticed something odd. It hadn't gone up any further.

Maybe, just maybe, this was the real exit. He stepped through. But on The other side, what greeted him was far from peaceful. Towering beasts and dragons loomed ahead, forming a new battlefield. Su Ho let out a weary sigh. He was exhausted, but there was no time to rest. With a frustrated grunt, he launched himself into the fray, muttering, "It's always one thing after another." As he fought through wave after wave, he noticed something troubling. His level still wasn't increasing. Amid the chaos, a reptilian Monster that stood out from the rest charged at him. It looked

stronger than the others. Su Ho dodged its swipe and leaped up, landing a crushing blow under its chin. But just when he thought he had a breather, another massive creature barreled toward him, sword in hand. Su Ho blocked the incoming strike, and the weapon shattered against his gauntlets like glass. Without hesitation, he sprinted up the giant's body. Before it could react, he drove a brutal knee into Its chin, dropping it instantly. Su Ho landed lightly, still on alert. But the battle wasn't over. Charging straight at him were two orcs riding bears. Wasting no time, Su

Ho dashed forward, shattering one orc's sword and crushing its hand. From there, he turned his attention to the remaining enemies. With swift, decisive strikes, he cut them down one after another. The sight of their comrades falling caused the remaining orcs to scatter. Su Ho pursued Them, but he didn't realize it was a trap. From above, a new wave of orcs descended, hoping to catch him off guard, but Su Ho noticed in time. Yet, the ambush wasn't over. A dragon riding orc swooped in toward him. Su Ho barely evaded the jaws snapping at him, rolling out

of the way just in time. But then, as he looked up, his eyes widened. A vast army of orcs and dragons were descending upon him. Groaning, Su Ho stared at the sky. Seriously, again. One Particularly massive orc came barreling toward him. Su Ho scoffed, asking mockingly, "You want to take this to the skies?" Before the orc could swing, a blur of movement cut him off. A massive hand slammed into the orc's face, launching him off his dragon mount like a ragd doll. Taking the opportunity, Suo jumped onto the wyvern and fought back, taking down airborne

enemies with brutal efficiency. Then a strange light caught his attention. Looking toward the Source, he saw massive stone giants descending from the heavens. A top one stood a shadowy warrior, clearly no ordinary soldier. The figure spoke with pride. It had been 30 years since he joined the central force from the land of repose. And now as a warrior of marshall rank, he had earned the right to test his strength in this battle. He looked down at Su Ho and asked smugly, "Do you think you can handle me at full strength?" Su Ho didn't have the

Patience for speeches. Before the soldier could say another word, Su Ho's fist met his face, sending the arrogance flying out of him. And without slowing down, Su Ho shattered the remaining stone giants into rubble with effortless strikes. Without warning, a crushing force pressed down on him. And not just him, but every stone creature around him slammed back into the ground as if gravity had multiplied 10fold. Su Ho struggled to move, the weight of an Overwhelming power bearing down on him. What is this pressure? He wondered, barely able to lift his head. Then he saw it.

A massive shadowy figure hovering above. It was Tusk. Suo narrowed his eyes, wondering if this horned creature was the one pulling the strings. Its presence felt similar to the other shadowy monsters. The knight, the ant. Could this one be the boss? But before he could figure it out, the force holding him down faded. Suo caught his Breath and quickly thought, "If I just take that one down, maybe I can finally leave this place." Then came a twist. Out of the smoke surrounding Tusk, three colossal dragons emerged, each cloaked in that same shadowy aura. Zu Ho

tensed. Maybe he was wrong. Maybe this wasn't just one final fight. It was a whole new wave of chaos. The dragons wasted no time. They opened their jaws and rained fire across the battlefield. turning the air around Su Ho into a sea of flames. But then from within the blaze, a streak of light shot out. It smashed into one of the dragons, sending it crashing down. Then it zipped to the second, landing a blow square in its chest and moved toward the third, dropping all three like dominoes. The light finally touched down, revealing Suo, who'd

plowed through the trio with shocking ease. But his fight wasn't over. Before the dust settled, he launched himself toward the remaining enemies, only to be Hit by the same crushing pressure as before. It slammed him into the earth like a meteor, burying him deep. Even so, Suo didn't quit. He clawed his way out, jumped onto another wyvern, and soared back into the fray. That's when he spotted someone in the distance, a figure who looked particularly annoying to deal with. "Guess I'll handle you first," Suo muttered. But just as he prepared to attack, something caught his

eye. Tusk was preparing something. The Flames from earlier had started to gather in front of him, forming a massive sphere of raw fire. Tusk raised his staff and pointed it, not at Su Ho, but beyond him. The flaming orb launched through the air and collided with a nearby mountain. A split second later, the entire mountaintop exploded in a blinding eruption of fire and energy, leveling everything around it. Su Ho stared in stunned silence, mouth open, body frozen. The sheer power behind the Blast had left him shaken, watching from above. Tusk nodded in satisfaction. Just as

I thought, he mused to himself. Way cooler when he'd got a staff. He turned towards Su Ho again and noticed the look of dread on the boy's face. While the fight pressed on, the scene jumped forward. Suho was now tearing through the remaining monsters, wiping out everything in his path with relentless speed. Eventually, he came face to face with the shadow soldiers Again. Among them was the same warrior he had taken down earlier, somehow still alive, and now standing alongside Jima and the dragons. The soldier grinned. "You thought that was enough to defeat me?" he

taunted. Su Ho didn't even reply. He just charged forward. and like before wiped the smirk right off his face with a bone shattering kick. Then came another opponent racing towards Su Ho with fury in his eyes. "I've climbed this far on grit alone," the soldier Shouted. "Even if no one remembers me, I'll make sure my loyalty is never forgotten." He lunged, unleashing a powerful attack as Su Ho hovered midair. Su Ho vanished from sight, reappearing a moment later and taking him out with a single lightning fast blow. He turned toward the rest of the shadow

army, frustrated. No matter how many of them I take down, they just keep coming, he thought. He could feel the fatigue creeping in. His stamina wasn't going to Last much longer. But Suho clenched his fists, refusing to back down. I just need to hold out a little more, refine my control, and fight like someone ready to take on an entire army. As he focused, flames ignited around him, forming a ring of blazing fists. With a shout, he unleashed them all at once. His barrage, driving the shadow soldiers back in every direction. Slowly, one by one,

they began fading into nothing. From a distance, Tusk watched in Disbelief at the raw power Suo was displaying. Acting quickly, Tusk summoned a magical barrier in front of himself to block the incoming blows. But he didn't realize it was all a trap. Su Ho had already moved. Appearing behind him in a blur, Su Ho smirked. If this is all you've got, this is going to be really boring. Then with a devastating strike, he sent Tusk crashing into the earth. The moment he hit the ground, Tusk vanished like the rest. His time Was up. Silence returned

to the battlefield. Su Ho stood alone, the mana around him pulsing like a storm. All his enemies were down. He looked around at the devastation. My stats haven't changed, he thought. But I've gained so much control over my powers. Before he could celebrate, something shifted in the air. He felt a heavy presence above him. Looking up, Suo spotted a new figure descending. A powerful shadow soldier unlike any he'd Faced so far. This one felt different, stronger, maybe even more dangerous than the ant creature from before. Su Ho narrowed his eyes and called out, "Can you

talk? I want to ask something." He paused, then continued. "How much of your full force have I faced so far?" The bellion responded, "Excluding the demon castle, you fought about 0.03% gather here." Su Ho's eyes widened. He had fought through countless enemies, and that was just a fraction. Still, he Readied himself and told the soldier, "Doesn't matter. I'm ready." The bellion nodded and slowly unshathed his weapon. "You've grown magnificently," he said. "Young lord." Before Su Ho could question him, the figure suddenly blurred. And in the next instant, he was right in front of Su Ho.

Instinct attack and Su Ho barely dodged the first strike. He countered with his own attack, demanding, "Why do you keep calling me the young lord? What does That mean? Is it connected to how I ended up in this place?" But in his moment of anger, he let his guard down. Bleian slipped behind him and struck Su Ho hard in the side. Pain shot through Su Ho's body. He grit his teeth and braced himself. But that wasn't the end. Bellian's sword morphed, shifting into a whip that coiled around Su Ho from every direction. Still, Su Ho

refused to give up. He fought through the pain, waiting for the right moment. And then it came. He grabbed the weapon midwip. No matter how flexible your weapon is, he thought, once I have it, it's over. He lunged forward and delivered a crushing blow straight to Bellian's chest. The impact sent shock waves behind him, blasting chunks of stone into the distance. Felian staggered, but remained standing. Su Ho followed up with a powerful kick to his gut. "If you guard with both arms," Su Ho said, smirking. "You leave your stomach wide open." Before Bellian Could recover,

Su Ho launched another attack. Faster, stronger. The force of the hit sent Bellian flying into the air and the ground beneath him exploded from the impact. With Bellian clearly unable to continue the fight, Suo stood over him and spoke calmly. I didn't think you'd fall this easily. If we kept going, we'd be here all night. He looked at Belly and curiously and asked, "Aren't you the master of this place?" But there was no response. That silence Told Su Ho everything he needed to know. Belian was just another warrior, not the one pulling the strings. Lifting

his gaze to the sky, Suho scanned the horizon. And that's when he saw it. A massive wyvern gliding through the clouds. More importantly, someone was riding it. The moment their eyes met, the figure vanished, only to reappear directly in front of Su Ho in a flash of dark energy. Without hesitation, the rider launched downward at breakneck Speed. The moment he landed, the very earth beneath him crumbled to dust from the impact. Now standing face to face, Su Ho could feel it. This one was different. This was the final test. Dark energy surged around the figure

as he summoned a pair of daggers into his hands. Zu Ho's eyes widened. He remembered those daggers. More than the weapons, what surprised him most was the figure's form. It was humanoid. Could this one be reasoned with? Su Ho tried Speaking, hoping to resolve things peacefully, but the figure gave no answer. As Su Ho tried to make sense of it all, something unexpected happened. A gate appeared behind the figure. Confused, Su Ho asked himself, "Why is a gate opening when I haven't defeated the boss yet?" Realization hit him. "This must be it. The final challenge.

Once I defeat him, I can finally go home." With that thought, both warriors charged at each other. When they collided, the Shock waves shattered the ground and sent chunks of rock flying in all directions. But Suho was immediately pushed back. The opponent's strength was terrifying. Still, Suo fought back, exchanging blows in a rapid, brutal dance. Even while under pressure, Suo was a just strong, he's precise. Every attack from the enemy was calculated. Each strike infused with hone technique. As Su Ho absorbed the blows, a thought echoed in his mind. How many times must Someone die

and come back to gain this level of mastery? He managed to jump back, putting some distance between them. Catching his breath, he clenched his fists. I'm not going down like this. Launching himself forward again, he thought, "My stats may have peaked, and I have pushed my combat instincts to match them. His strength may overwhelm me, but I still see a path to victory. But just as Su Ho went in for another strike, the enemy vanished, only to Reappear behind him in an instant. A series of slashes tore through Su Ho's body. He staggered, pain ripping

through him. Looking down, his eyes widened, his gauntlet shattered into pieces. Breathing heavily, Suo couldn't help but think. He's incredible. Even if this mysterious warrior stood as his enemy, Su Ho couldn't help but admire him. If I could become as strong as him someday, he thought while leaping back, bracing for another clash. But just as his Attack was about to land, the man dodged with ease. But instead of a counterattack, the man reached out and gently patted Suho on the head. In a calm, almost fatherly tone, he asked, "Did you enjoy the game?" Suho froze.

That voice, it sounded so familiar. He slowly looked up and his eyes widened in disbelief. The man standing in front of him was his father. Before he could utter a word, his father smiled gently and pushed him toward the gate behind Them. "It's still too early for you," he said. Su Ho reached out, trying to stop himself, but he was already falling through the gate. The next moment, he jolted awake at his desk, gasping for air. Panting, Su Ho looked around in confusion. He was back in his classroom, sunlight spilling through the windows. Sitting up

slowly, he tried to make sense of it all. A dream. He touched his head, still feeling the weight of everything that happened. Blushing Slightly, he muttered. That was one weird dream. Maybe I've been playing too many games. The dungeon, the monsters, the boss at the end was my father. Before he could process more, a voice called out to him, "Why are you still in class this late?" Looking up, he saw one of his classmates. She told him she was about to lock up the classroom. Trying to play it cool, Zuho offered to help. As they

moved through the halls, locking doors and windows, high above, the Jin Wu and his shadows watched him. Among them, Igris spoke. "Isn't it time we return the young monarch's powers?" he asked. We've tested him before, but this was the first time he made it to the final floor. He looked toward the figure ahead of them. Jin Wu didn't answer immediately. Then he said, "Do you think we could have defeated the dragon king if I had just rushed in without thinking? Even overwhelming power can mean nothing if used recklessly." He Looked down thoughtfully. "Sometimes survival means

knowing when to step back. It's not cowardice, it's wisdom." After a long pause, he added, "He's not ready yet, but he'll learn with time." Just then, he noticed Buir standing quietly, tears brimming in his eyes. He was watching Su Ho from afar. Seeing this, Jin Wu smiled softly. Jin Wu turned to his loyal soldiers. "I have a few things to take care of," he said. "But when I'm done, let's have dinner Together. As a family, the story transitions to a different part of the world where civilians go about their day as a news broadcast airs

in the background. The anchor announces that the infamous Hang Dong Suk and Hang Dong Su, who had caused widespread disruption, were finally apprehended earlier that day. Moments later, the same reporter shifts the tone, now updating viewers on a large-scale wildfire threatening nearby homes. Thanks to the swift response of 52 firet trucks and over 800 firefighters, the blaze was finally contained. Among the exhausted responders is Bayak Yunho sitting against a tree and catching his breath. Just then, someone places a chilled bottle of water gently against his face, making him jump slightly. He looks up and sees

Hunter Sun standing there offering a quiet smile. Beck takes the bottle, offering thanks, and watches him for a moment, thinking how Impressive it is that he still has energy left after fighting such a monstrous fire. I wish I could be that strong someday. Beck muses, but just as that thought settles in, he points to the sky, noticing something flying overhead. When he mentions it to Hunter Sun, he casually replies, "Probably just a plane." The scene then shifts again, this time to a busy office hallway where two men walk side by side. Jinho asks, "Where were

we talking about?" The man Recalls they were discussing a new title for their upcoming virtual reality game, but his Jinho seems lost in thought. Without warning, the Jinho opens the door to a conference room and declares, "My wife's pregnant." The room erupts in surprise and cheers, proudly announcing that they're 6 weeks along. beaming. He strolls to his desk and casually tosses out an idea. Let's name the game Beautiful World. His co-workers exchange glances, clearly unconvinced. One of Them voices that the fate of their company rests on this title, and maybe he should reconsider. Watching their

reactions, Jinho scratches his head, wondering if his naming sense is really that bad. He even considers asking Jin Wu for name ideas until he remembers his friend was never good with names either. Brushing it off with a laugh, he reassures the team. Don't worry too much. We've got major backing this time, he reveals their latest investor, a huge Name in the industry, Cho Jong-un. Meanwhile, in a separate scene, we see a printed article about Jinho's life choices. It explains how the heir to a powerful conglomerate gave up his position to start a humble game studio.

The person reading the article asks if there are more stories like it. The assistant shakes his head, replying, "Not yet, but there will be." The reader turns out to be Jinho's father, who scoffs at his son's decision to reject The carefully built legacy. But even so, he softens slightly and murmurs, "I just want to see my grandchild soon." The scene then pans away from the building, rising high above the city skyline. The camera climbs beyond the clouds, and then the sky itself begins to fracture. Cracks spread across the heavens like broken glass. Suddenly, we're no

longer on Earth, but floating far beyond it in the cold silence of space. And looming just above the planet is a colossal Gate. The story flashes back to a time when Jin Wu was still considered the weakest of hunters, barely ranked at E-Class. In this world, mysterious portals began appearing all over the globe. Gates that connected Earth to another realm filled with terrifying monsters. The fear was always the same. What if those gates broke, releasing the horrors inside? But in the face of such fear, some chose to fight back. These brave individuals stepped through the

Gates, risking their lives to protect the world. They were known as hunters. We then cut to the support department of the Hunter Association where a flustered employee answers a call only to be bered by a team leader. Furious, the caller demands to know why Jin Wu keeps getting assigned to his squad despite repeated warnings. If this keeps up, he shouts, "Next time it'll be a corpse you're dealing with." After the call ends, the worker reflects on how in their world The most desirable jobs were either becoming a famous hunter, joining a major guild, or working

within the hunter association itself. Setting his thoughts aside, he returns to his pile of chores, requests from hunters asking for assistance with mundane matters. While reviewing a stack of files, his eyes land on Ginw. Reading through it, he's surprised. Jinm Wus stats were so low, he was practically a civilian. The fact he was still alive was Astonishing. Curious, the man wonders what keeps someone that powerless going. Then he reads further. Jin Wus mother is hospitalized with an incurable condition, and he has a younger sibling still in school. Suddenly, it all makes sense. Later, the man

speaks with the department chief, questioning if they should finally intervene and stop Jin Wu from entering any more gates. But the chief reminds him they already tried. He then asks the worker why he joined the Association. Caught off guard, the man shares a childhood memory, seeing a news report about a hunter who got trapped inside a gate while trying to save his team. That moment stuck with him. He always wondered who saves the saviors. The chief smiles and asks him, "So then, does he want Jyn Wu to quit or help him?" The man hesitates, then

admits all he can do is tell Jin Wmu to stop. But the chief offers a different path. He hands over a stack of documents, files On people who awakened with high potential, but chose not to become hunters. Among them is a woman named Jihi, a B-rank healer who refused to join the front lines out of fear. The chief explains that while some are paralyzed by fear, others like Jyn Wu step forward in spite of it. And sometimes seeing someone brave enough to act can ignite courage in others. He asks the man again will he help

and this time the man says yes. We then return to The present. Suo walks home with his classmate. They play rock paper scissors and he loses. Now stuck carrying her bag. But suddenly he pauses sensing something strange in the air. She asks if something's wrong. He shrugs it off. Far above a massive dragon cuts through the sky. On its back rides Jin Wu with Chah Hai in by his side. She comments on how long it's been since she last saw such a sight. Then she looks at Jin Wu and smiles. He brought her a gift

for Their 16th wedding anniversary. He tells her to go home ahead of him. He has something left to do. She asks if he'll return soon and he nods. With warmth in her eyes, she says she'll be waiting. After she leaves, Jin Wu looks up. A colossal gate looms in the sky. He remembers something he once heard. That those with immense power can act like magnets, drawing the threats of other worlds toward them. With that, he summons his strongest soldiers and Prepares to step into the unknown once again. Meanwhile, back in the dungeon, we see defeated

enemies. Su Ho stares at a door, wondering what might lie beyond it. Could it be something completely beyond anything he's faced before? Could it mean his end? But he knows he'll never find out unless he opens it. He moves forward. On the wall nearby, three lanterns burn. One flickers and dies. Su Ho lies on the ground, exhausted. He wonders how many days have passed. Still, he pushes himself up, determined to try again. Another lantern fades. Now with just one chance remaining, Su Ho steadies himself. In the back of his mind, he keeps hearing a voice

calling to him. Arise. He faces the door one more time. This could be his last chance. But if it helps him grow, if it keeps him from standing still, then he'll take it. As the door caks open, Su Ho wondered, "Whatever lies beyond that door, I want to challenge it." A radiant Light spills out, growing until it swallows everything. The season ends here. That wraps up the side stories in the main chapters of Solo Leveling. Up next, we're diving into the highly anticipated solo leveling Ragnarok series, and I couldn't be more excited for what's coming.

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