Chapter 215: A Short Rest (1)
‘I really need to enjoy my break while it lasts,’?Han-Yeol thought after sending the Special S raid party away.
His schedule was jam-packed, even without needing to go on a hunt.
‘I have to deliver the ten monster pets to the Americans... Check out Yoo-Bi's new invention... Get ready to launch my own companies... Form my own raid party... Take the Master Rank test... Ugh... Why is my life so incredibly busy? So busy!’
Han-Yeol used to lead an incredibly busy life just to make ends meet, but now he stood as one of the wealthiest individuals in the world. Ironically, the nature of his work had changed, yet he remained immersed in ceaseless busyness. In fact, it seemed that his current workload might even surpass his past engagements, given the intricate and multifaceted tasks that now consumed him.
This turn of events had been predictable. The work that once consumed him during his earlier days was relatively straightforward and monotonous, but his present occupation involved intricate challenges from various directions.
As Han-Yeol returned home, he began to compile a list of tasks he needed to tackle moving forward.
"Welcome back, Han-Yeol, esteemed Hunter!"
Tak!
The mansion's staff had already formed a line to welcome his return. From the guards to the maids, everyone stood in two rows, bowing deeply at a ninety-degree angle to show their respect.
Among this group, the two leaders, Albert and Purva, were positioned at the forefront of the line.
"Excellent job, Han-Yeol-nim."
"We trust you didn't overexert yourself, Han-Yeol-nim."
"Thank you, Albert. Thank you, Purva."
Tak... Tak...
Han-Yeol gently tapped Purva on the shoulder. While Albert was an employee of his, he was significantly older, so Han-Yeol refrained from being overly casual in his interactions with him.
"We have prepared bath salts from Switzerland for your bathtub, Han-Yeol-nim. Please take a moment to relax and soak. It might not completely rejuvenate you before the arrival of the Americans, but it should help alleviate some of your fatigue," Albert suggested.
"Wow, that's a fantastic idea."
"Hoho! It's merely a simple trick I've picked up over the years."
Han-Yeol was feeling quite worn out due to lack of sleep and excessive use of his mana. While sleep could easily restore his energy, he couldn't afford to indulge in it with his guests set to arrive soon. Thankfully, Albert appeared to have anticipated this and had prepared ahead of time to help ease Han-Yeol's fatigue.
"Alright, please return to your tasks. I'll entrust the guests to you once they arrive, Purva."
"Yes, Han-Yeol-nim!"
Purva's loyalty and proficiency in Korean seemed to be growing day by day.
***
Plop...! Plop...! Plop...! Plop...!?
“Ahhh...?That hits the spot...” Han-Yeol moaned after getting in the bathtub.
The current residence Han-Yeol occupied appeared impressive from an exterior perspective. The principal structure was where his father resided, while Han-Yeol lived in the guest wing. Regrettably, the previous proprietor seemed to have neglected the mansion, leaving evident signs of wear and damage. Notably, the costly furniture and interior finishes had been replaced with cheaper alternatives.
In essence, the prior caretakers of the estate should consider themselves fortunate that Han-Yeol merely dismissed them without pursuing legal action. However, a significant transformation had taken place after Han-Yeol invested a substantial amount of money to renovate the entire property. Additionally, under Albert's guidance and the expertise of the other staff members accustomed to catering to affluent individuals, only the finest materials and resources were employed.
The mansion underwent a complete metamorphosis as Han-Yeol's financial resources merged with Albert's expertise and the Egyptian Worker's skill. One of the impressive results of their collective "talents" was the 1.2 billion won bathtub in which Han-Yeol was currently luxuriating.
The Egyptians had a particular affinity for gold, which was evident in the tub's real gold coating. Moreover, the primary tub was outfitted with mana stones for water heating, eschewing the need for a conventional water heater.
"Ah... This is truly delightful..."
"It's heartening that you find it pleasing, Han-Yeol-nim."
"Yes, I had heard about the bathtub's comprehensive renovation, but I hadn't anticipated it being this remarkable."
Albert and his team invested substantial effort into the thorough refurbishment of the bathtub, even though Han-Yeol hadn't had the leisure to enjoy it until now. In fact, he had previously been rather indifferent about taking hot baths, deeming them too bothersome and not to his preference.
Nonetheless, his perspective underwent a complete transformation after his dip in the bathtub. This marked Han-Yeol's first experience of soaking in a tub since his early days of accompanying his father to public bathhouses when he was young. As he grew older, he had abstained from indulging in hot baths due to the perceived effort involved and his lack of enthusiasm. Yet, his perception had undergone a profound shift following his current immersion.
Chwaaak... Plop!
“Wow... I never knew taking a bath can feel this heavenly... How come I never knew about it all my life?”
“Hoho! You still have a lot of time to enjoy it from now on, Han-Yeol-nim.”
“Ughhh...!”?Han-Yeol stretched and replied, “Yeah, I plan to do so from now on.”
“Hohoho!”
Albert's contentment grew as he witnessed Han-Yeol relishing his bath, yet he abruptly shifted to a somber smile.
‘If Kevin were still alive, he would have become a Hunter just like him...’?he recalled his son, who had once been a renowned S Rank Hunter in the United States.
Kevin had awoken with exceptional skills, and the family Albert served spared no effort in supporting him. Everything seemed promising for Kevin until the tragic day when he met his demise at the hands of monsters.
Albert's wife had been bedridden due to the shock, eventually succumbing to illness, leaving Albert suddenly and utterly alone. He relinquished his position as a butler and wandered aimlessly for a considerable time until Tayarana rescued him from his dire circumstances. Her visit to the United States, representing Egypt, had been marked by numerous events, and Albert had been by her side every step of the way.
Subsequently, she summoned him to South Korea, where he now served Han-Yeol.
‘This must be my final work...’?he thought.
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