Chapter 324 – Laboratory of Blood (2)
Most historical texts depicted princes fighting over the throne and even resorting to killing each other for it. However, neither Tayarana nor Mujahid seemed to covet, nor want, the Egyptian Throne, which would grant them absolute power over the country.
"To be honest, I don’t enjoy delving into politics. Dealing with dozens of cunning old foxes is a pain in the neck, and I believe my other siblings would be far more suited for it," Mujahid said before downing his strong drink and slamming the mug on the table.
Gulp! Gulp! Gulp! Tak!
"But we have that damned succession law, allowing only awakened beings of royal lineage to inherit the throne and become president, disqualifying all of my other siblings except for noonim."
"Hmm... I had a feeling that you would be the next president. There won’t be any backlash even if Tayarana refuses it, given that she is a woman."
Han-Yeol was right, and this was why Mujahid had been stressed lately. Tayarana was definitely going to relinquish her right to inherit the throne, leaving him no choice but to take it as the deputy heir.
Moreover, the conservative faction elders preferred a male heir for the throne, and Mujahid, being a Ra Rank Hunter, made him the perfect heir for them.
"Ah... I truly don’t want to become the president. I cherish my freedom and desire to roam various hunting grounds, battling different kinds of monsters... Blast it..."
Bam!
Mujahid slammed his fist on the table out of frustration.
“Tsk... Looks like you’ve had one too many," Han-Yeol remarked, clicking his tongue.
But was it plausible for someone of Mujahid’s caliber as a Hunter to be drunk? Absurd! Yet, with the current drink they were indulging in, it seemed possible.
All Hunters possessed immunity to intoxication. The mana within their bodies swiftly broke down any alcohol consumed, purifying it from their bloodstream. This was one of the few downsides of being a Hunter.
Both Han-Yeol and Mujahid shared this frustration of not being able to get drunk when they desired. It had reached a point where they yearned for a special kind of booze that could actually intoxicate them.
Hence, global beverage companies had dedicated extensive research to infusing mana stones into alcohol for a considerable duration. Lo and behold, the exhaustive research finally bore fruit, resulting in the commercial sale, three weeks ago, of a new, specialized type of booze capable of intoxicating Hunters.
However, the intricate production process remained so complex that mass production remained unattainable. Consequently, the price of the booze soared astronomically.
This unique beverage was exclusively available to Hunters, as its potency was fatal to ordinary individuals. The repercussions of imbibing this special drink extended far beyond alcohol poisoning. Ordinary people who consumed it would endure excruciating pain as their organs gradually melted. The pace of organ dissolution would induce agonizing suffering yet culminate in death before any treatment could be sought.
Nevertheless, Hunters enthusiastically embraced this special booze, fulfilling their long-held desire to experience inebriation.
Mujahid had brought this particular beverage to commemorate his reunion with Han-Yeol, only to find himself inebriated first.
“Sigh... I suppose it’s time to call it a night,” Han-Yeol sighed and grumbled.
It had been a long while since he had enjoyed drinking. He wished to savor this sensation a little longer, but drinking alone held no allure, especially when his drinking companion had just passed out.
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The following day, Mujahid wrestled with a severe hangover, unable to see Han-Yeol off at the airport. Meanwhile, Han-Yeol boarded his private jet and flew to Switzerland to meet Yulia.
As he arrived at the International Hunters’ Association complex, a wave of intense hostility washed over him.
“Hm?”
“Oh?”
“Kyuu...”
Even his monster pets appeared to sense it, displaying their own reactions.
“I wonder what this feeling is?” Han-Yeol mused aloud.
The sense of hostility persisted and intensified as he neared the walls.
“Hmm... It’s too quiet, master,” Tia remarked.
"Yeah, you're right," he replied.
Her observation held true. While the International Hunters’ Association complex was generally serene, the current quietness felt abnormal. It exuded an eerie stillness, hinting at an impending sinister event.
'This level of silence doesn't add up.'
With around five hundred people typically working there, absolute silence seemed implausible, regardless of how well soundproofed the place was.
'Furthermore...'
Sniff... Sniff...
“There's a reek of blood in the air,” Tia added.
She wasn't an ordinary spider monster; an Arachnid was revered among spiders, and her senses were razor-sharp, detecting even the faintest scent of blood from afar.
"Ugh... That doesn’t sound good..."
The International Hunters’ Association wasn't an ordinary organization. Before delving further, it's important to note that this place wasn't the headquarters of the association but one of their most advanced laboratories worldwide.
Han-Yeol's actual destination lay about two kilometers away, in the main building. Yulia’s brain was securely stored in the basement of that building, a highly classified location she had disclosed during their last meeting.
“Hoho~ So, what’s the plan, master? Are we going in?” Tia inquired.
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