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nThe alcohol was clean with a subtle scent, and it went perfectly with winter.

nWhat would this clean feeling that embraced the cold taste like in the summer?

nHe had a feeling it would have a completely different vibe.

nIn that sense, the high-end sake gave him a romantic feeling.

n“You seem to like it,” Ho Sung Lee said with a smile.

n“It’s not bad. Actually…”

nWhile Min Sung stared at the bottle with a smile, the server appeared with the food.

nThere were two orders of Don Deki as well as Nagasaki spicy seafood noodles.

n“Let’s eat,” said Min Sung while picking up the spoon.

nHo Sung Lee nodded and picked up his.

nFirst, Min Sung took a close look at the food.

nLooking at the food closely before eating helped him to enjoy the food even more.

nEnjoying food with his eyes was a part of Min Sung’s process when it came to eating.

nFirst, he took a look at the Don Deki.

nOn top of the cooked pork was a dark sauce, and on top of that were sliced onions as well as some green onions.

nAnd beside it was sliced cabbage.

nAlso, the rice wasn’t just normal rice, but it was rice that contained flying fish roe.

nThe visual was enough to make him gulp just by looking at it.

nHe couldn’t hold it in anymore.

nHe had to eat.

nMin Sung took a bite of the rice before bringing a piece of the pork with onion to his mouth.

nChomp!

nMin Sung knitted his brows.

nIt wasn’t because it was bad but because it was that good.

nThe pork was incredibly soft.

nBut the more important part was the sauce.

nHe felt as though he was tasting the tradition behind teriyaki sauce.

nIt was sweet yet unique.

nAnd although he passed by it the first time, the taste of the flying fish roe rice was very interesting.

nThe way the rice chewed between his teeth was so beautiful that he couldn’t leave it alone.

nMin Sung placed the Don Deki sauce on top of the flying fish roe rice and tasted it again.

nIt was as he expected!

nIt was delicious.

nAfter focusing on the Don Deki, Min Sung naturally moved on to the Nagasaki spicy seafood noodles.

nIt was steaming hot, and it looked as though it was in a commercial.

nMin Sung put down his spoon and used the ladle to transfer some of the Nagasaki spicy seafood noodles to a different plate.

nOn top of the pale broth were vegetables, noodles, pork, squid, shrimp, shellfish, and cabbage, and it showed off an impactful visual.

nDespite having enjoyed half of the Don Deki already, his appetite soared in front of the Nagasaki spicy seafood noodles.

nIn order to not miss the heat of the Nagasaki spicy seafood noodles, Min Sung immediately began to taste the thick noodles.

nThe noodles sucked into his mouth.

nUpon swallowing, Min Sung’s mouth let out hot steam.

nThe noodles were thick, soft, and chewy. And the broth gave off a deep flavor.

nWas this the flavor of a Japanese master?

n“Not bad.”

nMin Sung smiled and drank the broth.

nAfter that, he put down the dish and looked out the window.

nThe scenery of the bare branches in winter suited the meal very much.

n***

nAs soon as they finished their meal, they were served tea that would help with digestion. They explained that the tea went well with alcohol as well.

nThe warm tea made him feel as though he was being healed.

nDrinking tea in a place like this made him feel comfortable.

nAfter their meal, while they drank their tea at the table, which had already been cleared.

n“Ho Sung,” called Min Sung.

n“Yes, Sir.

nHo Sung Lee put down his tea glass and looked at Min Sung.

n“It’ll probably be quiet from now on, right?”

n“I think so. Since the national leaders and hunter leaders have experienced you, they probably won’t get other thoughts.”

n“You take the lead until things calm down, and then pass it onto Central Institute. Also…”

nHo Sung Lee looked at Min Sung and waited for his response.

n“After that, you can live however you want,” said Min Sung while looking out the window while sipping his tea.

n“Are you saying…”

n“Yeah. You’re free.”

nHo Sung Lee smiled.

n“I’ve never thought I was being captive.”

n“Nevertheless, I also want to live on as just an average human being.”

n“An average human being? You?”

nHo Sung Lee tried to hold in his laughter, but when Min Sung glared at him, he fixed his face.

n“Sir, I’ve been thinking. I need to set up a foundation, but I also want to do something else.”

n“What? Cooking?”

nHo Sung Lee smiled shyly.

n“Yes. I want to set up a restaurant.”

nMin Sung scoffed.

nIt wasn’t out of mockery but because it suited him well.

n“Please come often. You won’t be able to get a table once word gets out.”

n“You sure have confidence for no good reason.”

nHo Sung Lee scratched his head.

n“I can’t deny that. I’m sorry I failed to meet your expectations.”

nHo Sung Lee looked down at his tea and smiled bitterly.

n“But your cooking wasn’t bad. I enjoyed it.”

nIn response, Ho Sung Lee opened his eyes wide and stared at Min Sung.

nHo Sung Lee then smiled.

n“I also enjoyed my time with you.”

n“But it’s not over yet. So don’t let your guard down.”

n“Of course.”

n“But… what are you going to sell?”

nMin Sung asked Ho Sung Lee.

n“Oh, for food?”

n“Yeah.”

n“I’m going to sell different food every day. I’ll just make what I feel like.”

nMin Sung nodded.

n“That’s not a bad idea.”

n“I know how to make too many things to just focus on one.”

nHo Sung Lee flipped his head back and laughed loudly.

n“I’ll visit sometime,” said Min Sung upon finishing his tea.

n“Once you come once, you won’t be able to stop. Huhuhuhu!”

n“Let’s go.”

nMin Sung sprung up.

nHo Sung Lee wiped his nose and proceeded to pay for the meal.

n***

nIt was only after Min Sung taught the national leaders a lesson that the drug issue began to find control.

nDungeons were no longer appearing, and fewer hunters were getting involved with crimes, so citizens found stability again, and people were in even more awe of Min Sung.

nBut as time went on, the public’s sentiments about Min Sung began to die down.

nThat was because while peace was being maintained, being a fan of Min Sung couldn’t continue for much longer.

nThey began to get used to the democratic world.

nAnd as a result, Min Sung was able to enjoy more peaceful days.

nBut he was still getting requests of interviews, so he had his phone on silent.

nAnd since Central Institute was preventing anyone from bothering Min Sung from close up, he wasn’t particularly uncomfortable.

nHe was able to live in peace for a long time.

n“Would you like a cup of coffee?”

nWoong Jang approached and asked.

n“No, I want to sleep. Also, from now on…”

n“Yes?”

n“If you don’t want to keep living here, you don’t have to. In the time that you’re not here, I’ll just eat out.”

n“Yes, Sir,” answered Woong Jang with a warm smile.

nMin Sung nodded and laid in the bedroom.

nHe felt the soft sheets as he closed his eyes.

nHe felt comfortable.

nAfternoon naps were the best.

n***

n“Huu!”

nHo Sung Lee breathed out his cigarette with a smirk while looking into the distance and leaning on his car.

nIt had been one month since the duties related to the hunter leaders and national leaders were handed over to Central Institute.

nIn that short period of time, the problem of criminal drug organizations was pretty much resolved.

nAs the hunters, who were involved in crimes, slowly moved over to fulfill national public order duties, it was hard to see even a trace of any hunters getting involved with drugs.

nThings had finally been resolved.

nHo Sung Lee smiled bitterly while enjoying the scenery.

nTime had passed, but he still couldn’t believe it.

nHe felt refreshed but sad at the same time.

nWas that why?

nPast memories passed through his mind all at once.

nEver since he met Min Sung Kang when he tried to steal his item.

nHo Sung Lee smirked.

nHe couldn’t believe he tried to steal an item from him.

nBut as a result, he spent a spectacular time.

nHo Sung Lee smiled at his past memories. He remembered when he first met Bowl, and the times when he almost died. Also, the times when he was in awe of Min Sung’s power.

nHe felt like his upcoming days would be no fun, but when he thought about it, it was also his chance to live a new life.

nIf it wasn’t for this, he never would’ve thought about opening a restaurant.

nBut since it wasn’t a matter that could be decided easily, he had just finished making up his mind.

n“Hm…”

nHis thoughts were still deep when he thought about it.

nHe talked to Woong Jang about starting a foundation, but as Min Sung had said, he made lots of mistakes.

nCould he do both at once?

nHe had thought about it, but he still hadn’t made up his mind.

nHe put out his cigarette, put on some music in the car, laid back, and fell deeply into thought.

nHe then made his decision.

nHe figured it was best to find someone who will manage the foundation for him.

n“I should go to the shadow guild.”

nHe couldn’t waste any time.

nHo Sung Lee got back up. He put on his seatbelt and started his car.

nJust as he set out to the shadow guild, he got a call.

n“Huh? It’s Commander Kim.”

nAs soon as Ho Sung Lee saw who it was, he pressed the Bluetooth button.

n“Yes, Commander Kim. It’s me.”

nHo Sung.

n“Yes? What is it?”

nCan you help me?

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