Blood Demon of the Past Life – Chapter 204

Chapter 204: The Third Person （1）

The world was still in chaos.

The large-scale Links hadn’t been resolved, and news stained with hope and despair poured in from all over the world.

Despite this, some people heard the news of Chancellor Walter Leymann’s emergency press conference on their cell phones, some on their black-and-white TVs, and others on their radios filled with static noise.

『Just a moment ago, the European revolutionary group, Revolution, attacked the nuclear weapons facility in Cuxhaven with the goal of destroying humanity. We didn’t reveal this information at the time of the incident. We couldn’t reveal the reality that even if we stopped the monsters, another despair awaited us in this chaotic situation caused by the large-scale Links. Two S-rank Hunters affiliated with Europe died while trying to stop Revolution, and Cuxhaven faced a desperate crisis. That is, until the Hero of Kitakyushu, Kang San-nim, appeared.』

He focused the attention.

Walter Leymann’s purpose was blatant.

The idolization of Kang San.

Whether it was South Korea or Japan.

The commonality of the countries in the best situations was that they embraced Kang San’s existence and received buff effects.

Europe needed it too.

A way to solve the problem not by tackling each issue individually, but by raising the overall level.

『It was a moment I will never forget. In a situation where it was difficult to send troops due to Revolution’s surprise attack, Kang San-nim headed to Cuxhaven alone. Magic was pouring down from the sky, and villains like Samuel Pahlsson were indiscriminately slaughtering innocent soldiers. At that moment, Kang San-nim appeared in that desperate moment and stopped Samuel Pahlsson and Troy Baker, the key figures of Revolution. Everyone, Cuxhaven is safe. All problems have been resolved, and the nuclear weapons facility is no longer under threat.』

At this moment.

The people listening to the press conference clenched their fists.

Hope bloomed on their faces at the fact that the world hadn’t ended.

And someone must have heard the message.

The miraculous message that the faith called Kang San Religion empowers you.

『I would like to take this opportunity to speak. Kang San-nim, on behalf of the European Union, I sincerely thank you.』

It was a deliberate statement, and the result was as intended.

Throughout Europe.

No, throughout the world.

Traffic related to Kang San’s name began to surge dramatically.

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Meanwhile.

Kang San once again attended the European Union Representative Meeting.

People who hadn’t stood up when he first took his seat rushed to shake his hand upon his arrival.

“Kang San-nim! You’ve worked so hard!”

“Spain will not forget this grace.”

“I heard the details. You dealt with Samuel Pahlsson and Troy Baker alone. You’ve accomplished a great feat. If it weren’t for Kang San-nim, not only Europe but the entire world would have fallen into chaos.”

Representatives from each country.

They no longer hesitated to bow their heads and extend their hands first.

The rumors about Kang San Religion that originated in South Korea were initially treated as an unacceptable kind of rumor. The fact that you gain strength in exchange for believing in one human being. They thought it was too absurd, but after witnessing the results firsthand, they realized that they had to believe in Kang San to overcome this crisis.

Kang San’s next destination.

It was too important to them.

Wherever Kang San went, the problems there were likely to be solved, just like in Cuxhaven.

From now on, it was an invisible war.

Everyone wished for the safety of the overarching entity called Europe, but in the end, they prioritized their own countries.

The UK representative, who had joined hands, started.

“……Kang San-nim. I’m really sorry to say this, but is it possible for you to resolve the situation in London? Two S-rank Links have occurred there. We are devoting all of Britain’s power, but the situation is not favorable due to the numerous Links occurring everywhere. If Kang San-nim could help us, we will definitely repay your kindness.”

“Wait a minute. What kind of rude request is that? Kang San-nim has just returned and must be tired. How can you ask him to immediately resolve the danger in London? And speaking of which, if that’s the context, the situation in the Netherlands is more dangerous right now.”

“We’re in the middle of a conversation. Don’t interrupt.”

“Both of you, calm down. Whether it’s the UK or the Netherlands, where is there a country that’s not in danger right now?”

It was a mess.

It was chaotically intertwined.

Even if they were representatives of each country, they were only human, and they couldn’t help but prioritize the danger to their own countries.

Perhaps because they were impatient.

The Czech Republic, which was smaller than other countries, made a drastic proposal.

“Kang San-nim. If you take care of our situation first, we will designate Kang San Religion as the national religion immediately after the large-scale Links are resolved. I promise you on my position.”

“National religion?”

“Are you crazy?”

It was Walter Leymann’s misstep.

His attempt to raise people’s overall power through the idolization of Kang San had instead created an atmosphere of extreme competition centered around Kang San. It was a drawback that arose as the value of an individual increased. Surely, the overall atmosphere in Europe would improve due to Kang San Religion, but Kang San’s words now had an impact beyond that of a nation.

Walter Leymann shouted.

“Hey, hey, everyone, stop it! You’re making Kang San-nim uncomfortable!”

The series of events.

Kang San couldn’t answer.

No, he couldn’t answer.

He felt nauseous.

The state of assimilation hadn’t been resolved yet, and strange memories and sensations constantly stimulated his nerves.

That wasn’t all.

The biggest reason Kang San was confused.

Right after dealing with Troy Baker, Kang San heard a message.

『You have passed the twenty-ninth Trial and Tribulation.』

『The promised reward will be given.』

An undisclosed reward.

Its identity was.

『Sharing the present moment of the person closest to ‘destruction’ based on the current standards.』

For Kang San, it was a truth that was hard to bear.

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As if sharing someone’s vision.

A completely new space, unrelated to the current situation, unfolded in his vision, which had been looking at the Cuxhaven Wall until just now.

It was a luxurious interior.

High ceilings and antique decorations.

The owner of the vision didn’t even glance at it and was conversing in fluent English.

“What is the current situation in Cuxhaven?”

“It’s not good. Revolution’s surprise attack seems to be making Cuxhaven’s teleportation system a hindrance. If it falls like this, the world could be destroyed by a nuclear attack before the large-scale Links are resolved.”

“……We have priorities in the current situation. At this moment when we are in danger, we can’t let our own people die while taking care of the situation in Europe, even if it’s for the sake of humanity. For now, keep an eye on the situation in Cuxhaven. If it leads to the worst-case scenario, we won’t be able to just stand by and watch.”

“Understood.”

The person who was reporting bowed his head.

When he turned his gaze, he saw another person.

“What about the Sun God Church?”

“The Sun Priest is gathering his followers. He’s saying that the large-scale Links are a signal for the Rapture, and it seems his intention is to make them all commit suicide at once.”

“In the end, the cancer cells that were eroding from the roots are causing problems. What is the estimated number of people who will die because of the Sun God Church?”

“It’s over 50 million. The number of followers has increased rapidly recently, and the problem is that a significant number of them are part of the force that should be fighting against the large-scale Links. If one-sixth of the current population kills themselves, we might not be able to resolve the Links occurring all over the place on our own.”

It was a bleak situation.

Even though they had been preparing for it, even a country called a superpower was being shaken from its roots.

His eyes twitched.

The owner of the vision.

He was devastated and desperate.

But he didn’t give up.

“If our leadership gives up, then it’s truly irreversible. Believe that we can overcome this crisis, even if it’s desperate, and act accordingly. The lives of hundreds of millions of people depend on our decisions, our will. We are people who don’t even have the right to give up easily.”

It was a strong will.

He suppressed his emotions and looked at the people watching him.

“I heard that Korea has resolved the large-scale Links. Spread the word widely. A single example of realizing hope will change a lot for people who think the world is ending. Remember, even if I die in this chaotic situation, someone must inherit our will and carry it on.”

“I’ll keep that in mind.”

“It’s truly an honor to serve you, Mr. President.”

Everyone’s eyes were filled with respect.

The owner of the vision looked out the window.

There, the Stars and Stripes were fluttering in the wind.

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The words of the European representatives.

Kang San couldn’t hear them well.

The reward for the twenty-ninth Trial.

If it wasn’t a deliberate lie, the protagonist of the present moment was the third person who remembered his past life.

The President of the United States.

Eric Roberts.

For Kang San, it was truly the worst-case scenario.

If President Eric Roberts had the same goal, while Revolution, the Sun Priest, and the two previous individuals who remembered their past lives were all rushing towards destruction like runaway trains, there was no way to stop it.

People also called America a superpower.

They, who spent astronomical amounts of money on national defense, possessed enough power to overwhelm the entire world even after the new world opened. The moment their decision-maker issued an order to plunge humanity into the abyss. Kang San would be helplessly swept away by the overwhelmingly incoming tide, no matter how hard he struggled.

But there was something strange.

When sharing the vision.

He indirectly felt Eric Roberts’ emotions.

That intense feeling, full of resolve, seemed genuine and sincere in wishing for the safety of the United States.

In fact, Eric Roberts was such a person.

While the Jang Beom-seok regime prioritized its own safety, President Eric Roberts, from an elite family, showed dedication to the United States. Not only did he donate his wealth to support people, but he also helped the weak and always pursued justice, to the point where more than five S-rank Hunters personally followed him.

He was a hero.

There was even a saying that if the President of the United States had been an ordinary person instead of Eric Roberts, this world would have been destroyed long ago.

‘But I can’t ignore the truth of the reward either. Even though Azmoon’s purpose might be different from what I thought, if I assume that Azmoon lied about everything, then there’s nothing I can do from the beginning. The power I gained is also from him.’

His body trembled.

It wasn’t just because of the shocking truth.

Even after dealing with Troy Baker and confirming the truth about Eric Roberts, the remnants of his murderous intent wouldn’t go away.

“Kang San-nim, are you alright!”

“Doctor! Doctor!”

It was noisy around him.

He wanted to sew his mouth shut.

Even though it was nothing, his murderous intent was boiling.

That’s when it happened.

『Entering the realm of Immersion.』

Ping━

The world spun.

As if fainting, the scenery in front of him suddenly changed.

Whoosh━

It was raining.

It was a torrential downpour as if a hole had been pierced in the sky, and it was so dark due to the thick, rolling dark clouds that it was hard to believe it was daytime. The surroundings were overgrown with bushes. This wasn’t Murim. He had to cross the boundary called Murim over and over again and reach a high, nameless mountain to find this place.

His heart pounded.

Looking at the thatched house that seemed like it would collapse at any moment, he wondered if he had taken the wrong path.

That guy.

That devil who had lived a life of luxury.

He wasn’t the kind of being who could live alone in this kind of environment for years.

That’s when it happened.

Creak.

The door opened.

As he opened the creaking door that seemed like it would fall off at any moment, a man with a bushy beard came out and their eyes met.

He felt a shiver run through his body as if he had been struck by lightning.

He found him.

He finally found him.

Seo Mun-ho smiled brightly, tears of joy welling up in his eyes.

“You were here, Peng Mujeong.”

The cause of everything.

Peng Mujeong was right in front of him.