DMG Chapter 1 (Part 3)
by BreeIf his rank was undeserved, all he had to do was live up to it.
With that realization, Kang I-won developed his own combat style.
He adopted a strategy of “sacrificing flesh to claim the bone.” No matter how severe the injury, as long as he could deal a decisive blow to a monster, he would throw his body into the fray without hesitation.
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Though his regeneration was rapid, it didn’t eliminate pain. He often suffered from phantom pain long after his wounds healed. Still, as time passed, Kang I-won refined his approach, completing his unique combat style.
At someone’s suggestion, he also learned parkour. The agility and flexibility it granted allowed him to strike monsters in their blind spots more often. His steadily improving physique, built through relentless training, supported his efforts.
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The more results he achieved, the harder Kang I-won pushed himself.
Although he didn’t possess innate physical talents, the enhanced body of an Esper—shaped through continuous training—rewarded his efforts with incremental yet steady improvement.
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With his combat style ingrained and his training regimen ongoing, Kang I-won grew rapidly over time.
As battles became more familiar, he began responding to emergency calls, something he hadn’t dared attempt before. The more missions he took on, the more recognition he received.
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Esper rankings were determined by several factors: the innate ability was the most important, followed by proficiency, and finally, field performance.
Other criteria, such as peer evaluations and the stability of an Esper’s energy waves when using their ability, were also considered.
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Years of grueling effort culminated in a record of achievements and positive evaluations. These became the foundation for Kang I-won’s rank promotion.
He was elevated from B-rank to A-rank, a decision that stirred up a commotion at the Center.
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While rank promotions weren’t unheard of, they were rare. Most involved Espers who initially struggled with their abilities but grew proficient through field experience, eventually earning a rank that reflected their true potential.
However, Kang I-won’s case was unique. He had no combat-oriented abilities, yet his rank increased—a rare occurrence.
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Many were envious, even resentful of his promotion, but Kang I-won paid them no mind.
As an A-rank, Kang I-won ramped up his training intensity to maintain his status. His reason was simple: A-rank Espers earned nearly twice the salary of B-rank ones.
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Money was the sole motivator. With money, he could pay off his debts. With money, he could feed his perpetually hungry body.
It was for this reason alone that Kang I-won endured. Unlike others, his inability to die made enduring easier.
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Time passed in this manner. Before he knew it, a decade had slipped by.
By the time the last of the protein powder in his bottle was gone, and his sweat-soaked training uniform clung uncomfortably to his body, training finally came to an end.
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“Good work.”
“Thanks for the match.”
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After bowing to his sparring partner, Kang I-won returned the training dagger—its blade safely made of rubber—to its place. He then headed straight to the showers.
The hot water washed away the grime and sweat from his body. A final rinse with cold water refreshed him before he stepped out. Tossing his used uniform and towel into the collection bin, he changed into a fresh set of training clothes.
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When he left the training room, the sky outside had already turned pitch black.
Kang I-won checked his wrist device one last time before clocking out. With no new calls, he headed home.
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His daily routine followed a familiar pattern.
Mornings were spent patrolling his assigned area. Afternoons were reserved for training. If a call came in, he would immediately head out to deal with monsters. Any free time was used to study newly registered monsters or gates.
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On days when gates spawned uncontrollably, leading to constant calls, Kang I-won worked late, sometimes returning home after nightfall and finishing his training before heading to bed.
At home, he would eat dinner, review reports on monsters and gates, and eventually fall asleep. This routine repeated like a never-ending cycle for ten years.
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It was a monotonous, grueling existence—an endless treadmill of survival.
A truly tiresome life.
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* * *
Despite the obvious presence of designated Guiding rooms nearby, Kang I-won nonchalantly ignored the Espers and Guides engaging in overly intimate physical contact under the guise of Guiding in the hallway. He fished through his pocket, unfazed.
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Fresh from the shower, droplets of water from his still-wet hair dripped down, dampening the collar of his shirt. Kang I-won didn’t bother to wipe it off as he made his way toward the Guiding room. His wrist device buzzed insistently, prompting him to glance at it while chewing on a chocolate bar. It was a message from Choi Soo-bin.
[Choi Soo-bin: Hey, Kang I-won!]
[Choi Soo-bin: What are you doing???]
[Me: About to get Guiding.]
[Choi Soo-bin: Okay, meet me at the café on the first floor after. My treat.]
[Choi Soo-bin: I need to talk to you.]
[Me: Got it.]
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After replying succinctly, Kang I-won entered Room 10.
This room had previously belonged to Team 5’s former Guide, Lee Eun-young, but was now temporarily assigned to Heo Do-gyeong. Upon entering, Kang I-won paused briefly.
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The room was markedly different from his memory. The wallpaper and flooring had been replaced, giving the space a pristine look.
Even the layout had changed. The bed, a standard feature in all Guiding rooms, was gone. Without it, the room, which had once felt a bit cramped, now seemed surprisingly spacious.
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The slightly worn table and chairs that used to sit beside the bed were also replaced with a sleek black table and two plush leather armchairs.
Heo Do-gyeong sat in one of the chairs, absorbed in a tablet.
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Sensing Kang I-won’s presence, Heo Do-gyeong lifted his gaze and glanced toward the door. His eyes narrowed slightly in displeasure. Kang I-won gave a small nod in greeting, causing water droplets to spray from his hair.
Heo Do-gyeong’s expression turned even sourer, and seeing the visible distaste on his face, Kang I-won instinctively straightened, his initial greeting falling flat.
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Right, he’s a germaphobe, Kang I-won recalled. But I just showered. I’m clean.
Feeling a bit wronged but not wanting to make a fuss, Kang I-won quietly took a seat across from him.
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Heo Do-gyeong cast a quick glance at him before returning his attention to the tablet. After a moment, his gaze shifted back to Kang I-won, and he adjusted his posture as if preparing for an interview.
“You’re a regeneration Esper, correct?”
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“Yes.”
“You’ve been on the field a lot. Plenty of emergency call responses, too. Your performance is quite good.”
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There was a faint hint of sarcasm in his tone, puzzling Kang I-won. He couldn’t figure out why Heo Do-gyeong seemed to harbor such hostility toward him.
“Uh…”
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“No need to explain,” Heo Do-gyeong cut him off before he could even gather his thoughts, murmuring dismissively, “Regeneration abilities don’t seem all that useful in combat. Huh, but you’ve been doing this for quite some time despite your age. I see…”
He trailed off, his tone dragging as if mulling something over, then gave a small nod to himself. After a moment of silent contemplation, he glanced back at Kang I-won.
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“How often did you receive Guiding before?”
“When we had a team Guide, once every two weeks. After the temporary Guide came, two or three times.”
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“You’ve been skimping on it.”
“That was enough for me.”
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By law, all registered Espers were required to receive Guiding at least once every two weeks, regardless of whether they actively used their abilities. This was to mitigate the risk of rampage, which loomed over all Espers.
To put it metaphorically, Espers were like living, breathing bombs.
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Every Esper carried a lit fuse. While the rate at which the fuse burned varied from person to person, the inevitability of reaching the end remained the same.
Even when Espers didn’t actively use their abilities, the flame on their fuse burned steadily toward the end. Using their abilities accelerated the rate of combustion significantly.
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Guiding served to lengthen the fuse, buying time. However, even Guiding couldn’t extinguish the flame entirely—it was the very essence of an Esper’s power and existence.
Espers were individuals gifted with the extraordinary ability to save humanity, yet they were simultaneously burdened with a ticking time bomb. A bomb they would carry for life.
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For this reason, regular Guiding was a necessity for all Espers.
“You don’t seem to use your ability much. Is it because there’s no need? I suppose regeneration doesn’t exactly come up often,” Heo Do-gyeong remarked.
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Contrary to his assumption, Kang I-won used his ability extensively in combat. Yet, despite this, he minimized his Guiding sessions and often suffered from chronic Guiding deprivation.
Still, Kang I-won didn’t bother to correct him. There was no need to clarify.
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The specifics of an Esper’s combat style—especially Kang I-won’s—were irrelevant to a Guide. Beyond being able to facilitate Guiding, there was little practical value in such information.
Similarly, his struggles with chronic Guiding deprivation were also unnecessary details to share.
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“When was your last Guiding session?”
“Four days ago.”
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Heo Do-gyeong glanced at his tablet and remarked, “Your matching rate with the previous temporary Guide was rather low. However, since our matching rate is significantly higher—comparable to your former team Guide—you’ll only need the minimum of one session every two weeks. That works well for me.”
Shifting his focus from the tablet, Heo Do-gyeong continued, “Request Guiding as needed, but I trust you know better than to ask during holidays unless you’re on the verge of a rampage. And given your experience, I assume you’re already familiar with the other guidelines. Good. Let’s get this over with—one Guiding session, and then we’re done.”
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With a detached expression, Heo Do-gyeong set his tablet aside.
“For the record, my Guiding stops at a handshake. Don’t expect or demand anything beyond that—it’s unpleasant for me.”
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His tone was sharp, almost dismissive, as he extended his hand, as if offering charity. Kang I-won hesitated, momentarily taken aback by the gesture.
Guiding was always conducted through physical contact. It could range from something as simple as a handshake to a hug, or even more intimate acts such as a kiss or sexual relations. Studies had shown that deeper, more intimate contact resulted in stronger Guiding effects.
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While some Guides used this as an excuse for promiscuous behavior, many remained professional, particularly temporary Guides who worked across multiple teams.
In such cases, boundaries varied. Some Guides permitted hugs, while others, like Heo Do-gyeong, restricted contact to handshakes.
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But this situation felt unprecedented to Kang I-won.
“What’s the problem? Is there an issue?” Heo Do-gyeong asked, his tone cool and mildly impatient.
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Heo Do-gyeong’s question hung in the air, but Kang I-won’s gaze lingered on the sleek leather gloves encasing Heo Do-gyeong’s hand. The gloves looked expensive, their glossy finish catching the light.
“No, there’s no problem.”
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After a moment’s hesitation, Kang I-won reached out and shook Heo Do-gyeong’s hand. The unfamiliar texture of the leather against his skin felt strange.
Through the thick leather, he felt the faint flow of energy from Heo Do-gyeong. That energy reached out to touch the turbulent waves of Kang I-won’s own.
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Guiding was an enigmatic phenomenon, even for Guides themselves. Not even they could fully explain how it worked.
Just as every living being instinctively learns to breathe upon birth, Guiding was an innate act for Guides. The moment a person awakened as a Guide, they could perform Guiding as naturally as drawing breath.
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Guiding wasn’t a matter of theory; it was an instinct. The only certainty about it was its importance—it was the lifeline of every Esper.
As Heo Do-gyeong’s Guiding took effect, the stormy turbulence of Kang I-won’s energy began to subside, calming slowly but surely.
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The heavy weight pressing on his mood, the erratic thudding of his heart, the needle-sharp headache, and the dull aches in his body all began to fade, as if being gradually chipped away from the edges.
The slow, tantalizing relief felt like a tease, leaving his body tingling with discomfort and his toes curling involuntarily.
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An unsettling sense of calm spread over him, like a thin blanket just barely reaching his feet.
It was akin to a parched traveler in the desert receiving drops of water—sweet and precious, yet painfully insufficient. The longing for more gnawed at him, an instinctive craving for relief.
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Kang I-won bit his lip.
‘So this is why people make such a fuss about matching rates.’
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If even such a minimal, half-hearted Guiding felt like this, he couldn’t imagine how incredible it would feel to experience a full, proper session.
He now understood why so many Espers, upon finding a Guide with a matching rate above 80%, would do anything to form a bond with them.
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It wasn’t just greed or convenience. It was the primal survival instinct of an Esper—a desire not to entrust their lifeline to anyone else.
The short session ended, and Heo Do-gyeong pulled his hand back without hesitation. The sudden loss of warmth left Kang I-won aching with longing, and before he realized it, his hand reached out instinctively, seeking the connection once more.
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But Heo Do-gyeong quickly swatted it away.
“Guiding is over.”
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His tone was curt, as if to say there was no room for negotiation.
The disgust in Heo Do-gyeong’s eyes was unmistakable, cutting deeper than his curt words.
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That piercing gaze jolted Kang I-won back to his senses. He bit down hard on his tongue, the sharp taste of blood spreading through his mouth. His tongue was half-severed but, thanks to his ability, would heal quickly. Outwardly, he maintained his composure and retracted his hand.
“I apologize,” he murmured, his tone subdued.
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“It’s fine. Guiding is done for now. You may leave. Oh, and next time, dry your hair properly before coming in.”
As he spoke, Heo Do-gyeong nonchalantly removed his gloves. Using only his thumb and forefinger as if handling something filthy, he dropped the gloves straight into the trash bin beside him.
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‘He didn’t even remove them during Guiding. So why now? And why throw them away?’
Caught off guard, Kang I-won froze mid-movement, staring at the discarded gloves in confusion.
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Noticing his reaction, Heo Do-gyeong smirked, lifting only one corner of his mouth, making it look more like a sneer than a smile.
No, it wasn’t just the appearance of a sneer—he was mocking him.
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For the normally unflappable Kang I-won, it was a rare moment of anger. No matter how indifferent he appeared, unwarranted hostility always left a bitter taste.
“Still here?” Heo Do-gyeong asked, his tone sharp with impatience.
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“…Why throw away the gloves? They look expensive.”
Keeping his smirk in place, Heo Do-gyeong replied, “They got dirty, so I disposed of them. Naturally.”
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His tone suggested it was the most obvious thing in the world.
That response brought Kang I-won back to a stark reality—this Guide had an extreme case of germaphobia and a profound disdain for Espers.
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As much as he reminded himself of this, it didn’t lessen the sting. The treatment wasn’t just dismissive; it was dehumanizing.
A small storm of humiliation and frustration churned at Kang I-won’s feet, emotions he wasn’t accustomed to feeling. While he had endured ridicule and scorn for years—thanks to his supposedly undeserved rank—this particular brand of contempt was a new and jarring experience.
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“When are you planning to leave?”
Faced with Heo Do-gyeong’s exasperated question, Kang I-won swallowed the sharp words on the tip of his tongue. Instead, he rose from his seat and left the Guiding room, shaking his damp hair a little more forcefully than usual.
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He took a deep breath as he walked down the hallway. Years of enduring ridicule and rejection had taught him how to cast off feelings like these quickly.
“Haah…”
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With one long exhale, the unpleasant emotions dissipated. By the time he reached the first floor, his expression had returned to its usual neutral calm.
At the café, Choi Soo-bin was already seated in a corner booth, waving him over. On the table sat an iced Americano and an over-the-top Java Chip Frappuccino piled high with whipped cream.
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“Right on time! Come on, sit down!” she called out cheerfully.
As Kang I-won took his seat, he pulled the drink toward himself. Already feeling the pangs of hunger, he immediately put the straw to his lips and took a long sip. The sweet, cold frappuccino filled his mouth, a refreshing burst of flavor.
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By the time he set the cup down, a third of the drink was gone.
“So, what do you think?” Choi Soo-bin asked.
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“About what?”
“Both.”
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Both—she meant his impressions of the Guide and the Guiding session. Kang I-won, keeping his tone indifferent, responded with a question of his own.
“What about you?”
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“Annoying, but good.”
“Same here.”
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The Guide’s behavior, especially calling people “dirty,” had been deeply irritating and unpleasant. But the Guiding itself had been undeniably effective. Still, Kang I-won found that fact unsettling—it made him prefer the Guiding medication, despite its flaws.
Choi Soo-bin, finding his curt reply unsatisfying, pouted and pressed further.
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“That’s it? Nothing else happened?”
Nothing else? The memory of Heo Do-gyeong removing his gloves and throwing them in the trash surfaced unbidden.
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“He threw away his gloves…”
“Oh, right. He did the Guiding with gloves on. It was nice to finally get a proper Guiding session after so long, but it felt incomplete. He’s annoyingly obsessive about cleanliness.”
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Choi Soo-bin clicked her tongue, her complaint stopping there.
From her reaction, it seemed that she hadn’t encountered the same insulting behavior Kang I-won had. If she had, her personality wouldn’t have allowed her to stay silent—she’d have been ranting about it without needing to be asked.
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So why only me? The question flickered in his mind, but Kang I-won chose to steer the conversation away.
“Is that what you wanted to talk about?”
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With a faintly mischievous smile, Choi Soo-bin replied, “That’s part of it. But there’s something else. I wanted your advice.”
“Advice? From me?”
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Nodding slowly, Choi Soo-bin hesitated before finally speaking.
“I got an offer. They’re asking if I’d consider transferring to the Seoul branch.”
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Even in this chaotic world, Seoul remained the capital of South Korea and its safest city.
In the past, Seoul’s housing prices had been astronomical, but now they were beyond comprehension, spiraling to insane heights. The divide between Seoul and the provinces had become irreparable.
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The reason was simple: the Barrier.
Barriers, capable of preventing the formation of gates and even stopping monster incursions, were concentrated in Seoul.
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Of course, it wasn’t a matter of luck that Barriers only existed in Seoul—they were the result of an Esper’s abilities.
Barrier Espers were a scarce resource, and even a single Barrier Esper could only create a limited number of Barriers each month. Naturally, these precious Barriers were primarily allocated to Seoul.
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There had been backlash. In the early days, protests erupted nationwide, with demonstrators demanding equitable distribution. However, the powers that be ignored the unrest, and the media remained silent. To make matters worse, sudden monster attacks repeatedly disrupted the protests, dispersing the demonstrators. Over time, the uproar lost momentum, and public interest waned.
Even now, many regions continued to demand the installation of Barriers, but few paid attention. The passage of time had normalized the exclusivity of Seoul’s Barriers, and decades of fruitless demands had taught people that resistance was futile.
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The Barriers in Seoul never disappeared. When one began to fade, another was promptly created to replace it.
Surprisingly, despite the heavy concentration of Barriers, Seoul was teeming with Espers. The city hosted three branches, and all three ranked in the top ten nationwide in terms of Esper population.
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The abundance of Espers in Seoul could be attributed to several factors, the most notable being maintaining public safety in the capital and enabling stable deployments of Espers to other regions.
Consequently, other areas often suffered from a shortage of Espers—and an even greater scarcity of Guides. Yet gates continued to appear relentlessly, and the regional forces were rarely sufficient to handle the monsters that emerged.
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To compensate, personnel shortages in various regions were supplemented by Espers from Seoul. As a result, more than half of Seoul’s branch-affiliated Espers spent most of the year in other regions.
While the Seoul branch had a reputation for being a cushy post where one could take it easy, the reality was far from that. In terms of workload, it was as demanding as, if not more so than, other locations.
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Of course, some Espers managed to find relatively comfortable positions through connections or wealth, but such cases were exceedingly rare.
Despite the challenges, a transfer to Seoul was still considered a valuable opportunity—and not one that came easily.
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Kang I-won replied, “It’s a good chance.”
“Yeah, it is,” Choi Soo-bin agreed. “But it comes with a ton of extra work.”
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With a sigh, she took a long sip of her iced Americano, her expression reflecting her conflicted feelings.
The benefits of being in Seoul were undeniable. Promotion prospects were significantly higher, and with the addition of deployment allowances, salaries saw a noticeable boost.
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Most importantly, it offered safety for one’s family.
Espers assigned to Seoul were provided housing within the Barriers—apartments specifically designated for Espers’ families. While there was rent to pay, it was a fraction of the market rate.
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In a world teetering on chaos, such security was priceless.
Barrier housing wasn’t a permanent solution. Contracts were renewed annually, and if an Esper stationed in Seoul was transferred to a regional branch, their contract for the Seoul apartment was terminated.
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However, as long as one remained affiliated with the Seoul branch, they could continue to live there. Even so, few chose to stay indefinitely. Most hung on just long enough to save enough for a place of their own before moving out.
For long-term Espers, the branch provided substantial financial assistance when purchasing a home. Because of this, many Espers opted to stay in the subsidized apartments, enduring grueling workloads to fulfill the required service period. Once eligible, they would combine the branch’s housing support with their savings to secure a home in Seoul.
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Some retired afterward, while others—still capable and willing to work—often relocated to less demanding regional branches, leaving their families safely in Seoul.
Of course, there were those who chose to stay in Seoul, enduring until they eventually rose to positions like branch or center directors.
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For anyone with career ambitions, transferring to Seoul was a golden opportunity. Even without aspirations for advancement, it was an unparalleled chance for a better life.
Kang I-won, too, knew that he wouldn’t hesitate if given the opportunity.
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“You should go,” he said bluntly. “For your brother.”
Choi Soo-bin had a younger brother—an adorable child born from her mother’s remarriage.
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Marriage or having her own children had never been part of Choi Soo-bin’s plans. She intended to live and die alone, a resolve that only solidified after her father’s death and her perilous work as an Esper.
But the moment she saw her tiny, squirming baby brother, all of that changed. Her resolve crumbled in an instant. The little one was too precious to ignore, too endearing to love half-heartedly.
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She decided to raise him as if he were her own child, vowing to help her aging mother and give her brother a bright future. She wanted him to grow up happy, even in this harsh world.
Seoul was the obvious choice. The quality of education alone was vastly superior, and most importantly, it was far safer.
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Yet she hesitated. She bit down on her straw, unable to articulate the source of her reluctance.
“Is someone asking you not to go? Is Young-ho telling you to stay?” Kang I-won asked.
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“What? Young-ho?”
Choi Soo-bin burst into laughter, clutching her stomach. When she finally caught her breath, she replied with a chuckle, “I didn’t even bring it up with him. Why would I? And even if he begged me to stay, do you think I’d listen?”
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“Then is it the team leader?”
“Why would he try to stop me? He said it’s a good opportunity but might be tough, so I should think it through. He even said going to Seoul would probably be the best choice.”
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“Then what’s holding you back?”
“I don’t know… I don’t even understand my own feelings right now.”
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Despite her light laugh, a frustrated frown crept onto her face, as if she was grappling with her indecision.
Beep, beep, beep.
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Their devices buzzed in unison, displaying a blue light. A team call.
Choi Soo-bin drained the last of her drink through the straw, while Kang I-won pulled his out and downed the remainder of his frappuccino in one gulp.
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“There’s never time to rest, huh?”
“That’s just how it is.”
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“True.”
Without hesitation, the two bolted out of the café, rushing to grab their gear and answer the call.
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