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Got Dropped in a Ghost Story, Still Gotta Work
Secretiv_Sorceress · saltgoblin & I_Love_Kim_Soleum
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A pop-up event for some 'modern fantasy' media I loved so much that I even took a precious day off work to attend. On that day, I ended up transmigrating as a character in that very fantasy world. As none other than a newly hired employee at a famous large corporation! A dream job with great benefits, an excellent salary, and even kind and... Got Dropped in a Ghost Story, Still gotta Work.
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Audio chapters (478) · 421–450
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Chapter 421
The Black-Tortoise Team 3 leader utilizes the Four-Tiger Sword, a ceremonial weapon that unleashes powerful lightning when an evil entity invades a specific space. The sword strikes the Magic Bunny, causing the resort building to collapse and bury the red mascot under rubble. The team leader confirms no evil remains. Amidst the confusion of the resort employees, who fear the loss of the 'Mr. Mascot' (the yellow mascot), the true form of the yellow mascot emerges from beneath the shelter. This entity, a supernatural being in a security uniform with a lantern-like waist and horns, had been hiding in its true form to avoid the Magic Bunny. The employees realize the yellow mascot is safe, though its power seems diminished. The chapter ends with the employees feeling a sense of relief as the true yellow mascot entity stands before them.
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5:28
Chapter 421
The Black-Tortoise Team 3 leader utilizes the Four-Tiger Sword, a ceremonial weapon that unleashes powerful lightning when an evil entity invades a specific space. The sword strikes the Magic Bunny, causing the resort building to collapse and bury the red mascot under rubble. The team leader confirms no evil remains. Amidst the confusion of the resort employees, who fear the loss of the 'Mr. Mascot' (the yellow mascot), the true form of the yellow mascot emerges from beneath the shelter. This entity, a supernatural being in a security uniform with a lantern-like waist and horns, had been hiding in its true form to avoid the Magic Bunny. The employees realize the yellow mascot is safe, though its power seems diminished. The chapter ends with the employees feeling a sense of relief as the true yellow mascot entity stands before them.
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422
Chapter 422
The Black-Tortoise Team 3 leader observes the yellow mascot's true form, noting its potential as a controlled supernatural entity rather than a disaster. The yellow mascot entity communicates via smoke and uses a disconnected receiver to 'listen' to something unheard. As night falls, the employees follow the yellow mascot entity to exit the shelter. They must move in groups to avoid execution by the board game rules. The group travels through the darkened Blue Zone toward the Red Zone. They encounter the Blue Mascot, which appears as an empty, lifeless suit. The yellow mascot entity leads them toward the barrier of Magic Bunny’s Fantasyland. As they approach the barrier, the Blue Mascot suit is removed, revealing a terrifying, massive presence from the abyss. The entity uses smoke to warn the group: 'Never look back.' The employees follow the yellow mascot into the darkness of the Red Zone, with the abyssal entity following closely behind.
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6:32
Chapter 422
The Black-Tortoise Team 3 leader observes the yellow mascot's true form, noting its potential as a controlled supernatural entity rather than a disaster. The yellow mascot entity communicates via smoke and uses a disconnected receiver to 'listen' to something unheard. As night falls, the employees follow the yellow mascot entity to exit the shelter. They must move in groups to avoid execution by the board game rules. The group travels through the darkened Blue Zone toward the Red Zone. They encounter the Blue Mascot, which appears as an empty, lifeless suit. The yellow mascot entity leads them toward the barrier of Magic Bunny’s Fantasyland. As they approach the barrier, the Blue Mascot suit is removed, revealing a terrifying, massive presence from the abyss. The entity uses smoke to warn the group: 'Never look back.' The employees follow the yellow mascot into the darkness of the Red Zone, with the abyssal entity following closely behind.
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Chapter 423
The yellow mascot entity (now in a Security Team uniform) leads the infiltration into Magic Bunny’s Fantasyland. The entity communicates with Braun (the host) via a receiver, noting that the plan to have the Blue Mascot and Magic Bunny face off is proceeding. The entity reflects on the balance of power between the two mascots. As they walk, the entity hears the terrifying, heavy sounds of the Blue Mascot's true form—something massive and wet—dragging itself behind the group. The entity uses smoke to display the warning 'Never look back' to prevent the employees from seeing the horror behind them. They reach the rear of the Fantasy Castle and find a staff area marked 'Authorized Personnel Only.' Section Chief Lee Jaheon forces open a door leading to a modern staircase. The entity leads the group down into a restricted underground area, passing various storage rooms, until they reach a half-open door labeled 'Mascot Development Lab.'
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6:51
Chapter 423
The yellow mascot entity (now in a Security Team uniform) leads the infiltration into Magic Bunny’s Fantasyland. The entity communicates with Braun (the host) via a receiver, noting that the plan to have the Blue Mascot and Magic Bunny face off is proceeding. The entity reflects on the balance of power between the two mascots. As they walk, the entity hears the terrifying, heavy sounds of the Blue Mascot's true form—something massive and wet—dragging itself behind the group. The entity uses smoke to display the warning 'Never look back' to prevent the employees from seeing the horror behind them. They reach the rear of the Fantasy Castle and find a staff area marked 'Authorized Personnel Only.' Section Chief Lee Jaheon forces open a door leading to a modern staircase. The entity leads the group down into a restricted underground area, passing various storage rooms, until they reach a half-open door labeled 'Mascot Development Lab.'
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424
Chapter 424
Kim Soleum leads agents and a civilian into the 'Mascot Development Lab,' discovering a grotesque, half-finished red mascot suit. Upon closer inspection, the suit is revealed to be constructed from human fingernails and various biological remnants, suggesting the 'Magic Bunny' mascot was attempting to reconstruct its true, monstrous form using harvested parts. As the remnants of the Magic Bunny begin to stir and vibrate, Kim Soleum intervenes by deploying black smoke to summon the Blue Mascot's true body. The Blue Mascot acts as a vortex, consuming the fragmented remains of the Magic Bunny. In the aftermath, the Magic Bunny zone is transformed; the red rabbit imagery is replaced by the image of a cute, deformed blue dragon, effectively allowing the Blue Mascot to overtake the territory. Kim Soleum observes Jang Heowoon, who appears unnervingly calm and smiling amidst the chaos. As the group evacuates, Kim Soleum reflects on the possibility that the Cheerful Theme Park captures powerful entities and forces them into mascot contracts. With the Magic Bunny eliminated, Kim Soleum feels a sense of relief, though the Blue Mascot's presence remains immense.
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7:22
Chapter 424
Kim Soleum leads agents and a civilian into the 'Mascot Development Lab,' discovering a grotesque, half-finished red mascot suit. Upon closer inspection, the suit is revealed to be constructed from human fingernails and various biological remnants, suggesting the 'Magic Bunny' mascot was attempting to reconstruct its true, monstrous form using harvested parts. As the remnants of the Magic Bunny begin to stir and vibrate, Kim Soleum intervenes by deploying black smoke to summon the Blue Mascot's true body. The Blue Mascot acts as a vortex, consuming the fragmented remains of the Magic Bunny. In the aftermath, the Magic Bunny zone is transformed; the red rabbit imagery is replaced by the image of a cute, deformed blue dragon, effectively allowing the Blue Mascot to overtake the territory. Kim Soleum observes Jang Heowoon, who appears unnervingly calm and smiling amidst the chaos. As the group evacuates, Kim Soleum reflects on the possibility that the Cheerful Theme Park captures powerful entities and forces them into mascot contracts. With the Magic Bunny eliminated, Kim Soleum feels a sense of relief, though the Blue Mascot's presence remains immense.
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Chapter 425
As the theme park prepares to open, the territory previously held by Magic Bunny is rebranded as 'Blue Dream Fantasyland,' with the Blue Mascot waving from the gate. Kim Soleum attempts to separate his identity from the mascot by using his 'employment contract' to create a distinct 'employee' body, effectively splitting his consciousness. While his original body becomes a formal employee of Flower Golden Resort, a portion of his consciousness remains trapped within the standard mascot suit. This separation is physically taxing and psychologically horrifying. However, the Blue Mascot begins to expand the yellow zone aggressively, turning paths gold and adding new facilities with cat-themed decorations. This rapid expansion threatens to overwhelm Kim Soleum's 'employee' consciousness, as the mascot's power grows too strong. Just as he faces the terror of being consumed by the mascot's joy, his inventory tattoo reacts, manifesting the physical 'employment contract' in a burst of light.
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5:33
Chapter 425
As the theme park prepares to open, the territory previously held by Magic Bunny is rebranded as 'Blue Dream Fantasyland,' with the Blue Mascot waving from the gate. Kim Soleum attempts to separate his identity from the mascot by using his 'employment contract' to create a distinct 'employee' body, effectively splitting his consciousness. While his original body becomes a formal employee of Flower Golden Resort, a portion of his consciousness remains trapped within the standard mascot suit. This separation is physically taxing and psychologically horrifying. However, the Blue Mascot begins to expand the yellow zone aggressively, turning paths gold and adding new facilities with cat-themed decorations. This rapid expansion threatens to overwhelm Kim Soleum's 'employee' consciousness, as the mascot's power grows too strong. Just as he faces the terror of being consumed by the mascot's joy, his inventory tattoo reacts, manifesting the physical 'employment contract' in a burst of light.
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Chapter 426
The employment contract manifests, revealing its true nature: it requires the holder to possess 'inherent, existential nobility.' Kim Soleum is met by the manifestation of the Mountain Lodge Keeper, who appears in shabby clothes but exudes dignity. The Lodge Keeper explains that nobility is defined by possessing promised inheritance/power and exercising ruthless authority over a domain. Kim Soleum realizes that his actions—being reborn as a mascot and managing a ghost story—have fulfilled these criteria. He discovers that the 'socius' mark on his wrist, given by the Blue Mascot, is not just a VIP pass but a sign of being claimed as 'kin' or 'family' by the entity. The Lodge Keeper offers to manage Kim Soleum's domain, specifically the Flower Golden Resort, promising to serve with even stronger servants if granted this greater post. Kim Soleum contemplates the implications of having a powerful servant to manage the resort while he navigates his split existence.
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5:11
Chapter 426
The employment contract manifests, revealing its true nature: it requires the holder to possess 'inherent, existential nobility.' Kim Soleum is met by the manifestation of the Mountain Lodge Keeper, who appears in shabby clothes but exudes dignity. The Lodge Keeper explains that nobility is defined by possessing promised inheritance/power and exercising ruthless authority over a domain. Kim Soleum realizes that his actions—being reborn as a mascot and managing a ghost story—have fulfilled these criteria. He discovers that the 'socius' mark on his wrist, given by the Blue Mascot, is not just a VIP pass but a sign of being claimed as 'kin' or 'family' by the entity. The Lodge Keeper offers to manage Kim Soleum's domain, specifically the Flower Golden Resort, promising to serve with even stronger servants if granted this greater post. Kim Soleum contemplates the implications of having a powerful servant to manage the resort while he navigates his split existence.
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427
Chapter 427
Kim Soleum successfully hires the mountain lodge keeper as the new 'Resort Manager' for the Cheerful Theme Park. The manager undergoes a transformation, appearing in a formal uniform with a monocle and the Yellow Mascot mask. Kim Soleum reseals the employment contract, which turns into a golden tattoo on his body, granting him a remaining term of 1,241 days. This allows Kim Soleum to eventually leave his mascot duties to the manager. As the theme park's red zone merges with the yellow zone, Kim Soleum begins guiding the rescued staff toward the gift shop for their exit. However, Supervisor Lee Seonghae, having lost her employee status, suffers the return of her previous physical injuries (fractured legs) and sits by the gate. The Black-Tortoise team leader refuses to leave until her subordinates are safe. Kim Soleum realizes that two employees remaining in Yellow Mascot masks would revert to being corpses if they resigned. He decides to use the manager to facilitate their exit. The Black-Tortoise team leader proposes 'temporarily dispatching' one of the employees in exchange for trade goods. Kim Soleum identifies Jang Heowoon as the candidate for dispatch, deciding it is safer for him to be with the Disaster Management Bureau than under Director Ho's potential scrutiny.
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5:36
Chapter 427
Kim Soleum successfully hires the mountain lodge keeper as the new 'Resort Manager' for the Cheerful Theme Park. The manager undergoes a transformation, appearing in a formal uniform with a monocle and the Yellow Mascot mask. Kim Soleum reseals the employment contract, which turns into a golden tattoo on his body, granting him a remaining term of 1,241 days. This allows Kim Soleum to eventually leave his mascot duties to the manager. As the theme park's red zone merges with the yellow zone, Kim Soleum begins guiding the rescued staff toward the gift shop for their exit. However, Supervisor Lee Seonghae, having lost her employee status, suffers the return of her previous physical injuries (fractured legs) and sits by the gate. The Black-Tortoise team leader refuses to leave until her subordinates are safe. Kim Soleum realizes that two employees remaining in Yellow Mascot masks would revert to being corpses if they resigned. He decides to use the manager to facilitate their exit. The Black-Tortoise team leader proposes 'temporarily dispatching' one of the employees in exchange for trade goods. Kim Soleum identifies Jang Heowoon as the candidate for dispatch, deciding it is safer for him to be with the Disaster Management Bureau than under Director Ho's potential scrutiny.
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Chapter 428
Kim Soleum negotiates the transfer of Jang Heowoon to the Disaster Management Bureau to protect him from Director Ho. After drafting a contract, Jang Heowoon politely bids farewell and follows the agent. Kim Soleum also manages the transfer of Ladybug (the long-haired staff member) to Daydream Inc. The manager informs Kim Soleum that his tattoo now functions as an upgraded communication channel and inventory system. The Blue Mascot (Blue Dragon) attempts to interact with Kim Soleum, appearing shocked by the conversation; the mascot tosses Kim Soleum a powerful, shimmering blue scale, which he accepts. After a tight hug from the mascot, Kim Soleum and the remaining group (including Lee Jaheon and Lee Seonghae) scan their tickets and exit the theme park. They wake up in the Daydream Inc. Research Team office, having successfully escaped after six days.
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5:08
Chapter 428
Kim Soleum negotiates the transfer of Jang Heowoon to the Disaster Management Bureau to protect him from Director Ho. After drafting a contract, Jang Heowoon politely bids farewell and follows the agent. Kim Soleum also manages the transfer of Ladybug (the long-haired staff member) to Daydream Inc. The manager informs Kim Soleum that his tattoo now functions as an upgraded communication channel and inventory system. The Blue Mascot (Blue Dragon) attempts to interact with Kim Soleum, appearing shocked by the conversation; the mascot tosses Kim Soleum a powerful, shimmering blue scale, which he accepts. After a tight hug from the mascot, Kim Soleum and the remaining group (including Lee Jaheon and Lee Seonghae) scan their tickets and exit the theme park. They wake up in the Daydream Inc. Research Team office, having successfully escaped after six days.
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Chapter 429
A formal report details the expedition results: of 12 personnel, 8 returned, while 4 died (3 confirmed dead, one lost in the yellow zone). The report notes an irregularity: the Dream Essence collected was A-grade quality despite the six-day duration. Kim Soleum manages to escape the Research Team's interrogation by appearing as a contaminated being. He returns home and meets with Director Ho. Director Ho notes that Kim Soleum's Security Team suit has been interestingly affected by the Darkness and extends the rental period. When Director Ho asks about Jang Heowoon, Kim Soleum truthfully claims the Bureau took him for rescue. To prevent Director Ho from discovering Jang Heowoon's true state or his role as a spy, Kim Soleum lies, stating that Jang Heowoon's Dream Essence Collector was destroyed during retrieval to prevent it from falling into Bureau hands. Director Ho accepts this explanation and waives the penalty for destroying the collector. Exhausted, Kim Soleum collapses into a deep sleep, only to wake up the next morning ready to return to work at the Disaster Management Bureau.
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5:45
Chapter 429
A formal report details the expedition results: of 12 personnel, 8 returned, while 4 died (3 confirmed dead, one lost in the yellow zone). The report notes an irregularity: the Dream Essence collected was A-grade quality despite the six-day duration. Kim Soleum manages to escape the Research Team's interrogation by appearing as a contaminated being. He returns home and meets with Director Ho. Director Ho notes that Kim Soleum's Security Team suit has been interestingly affected by the Darkness and extends the rental period. When Director Ho asks about Jang Heowoon, Kim Soleum truthfully claims the Bureau took him for rescue. To prevent Director Ho from discovering Jang Heowoon's true state or his role as a spy, Kim Soleum lies, stating that Jang Heowoon's Dream Essence Collector was destroyed during retrieval to prevent it from falling into Bureau hands. Director Ho accepts this explanation and waives the penalty for destroying the collector. Exhausted, Kim Soleum collapses into a deep sleep, only to wake up the next morning ready to return to work at the Disaster Management Bureau.
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Chapter 430
Kim Soleum finishes his shift and interacts with Team Leader Haegeum, who greets him and mentions his 'destroyer rookie' status. Kim reflects on the five jade badges he received from her as part of an 'employee dispatch deal' for sending Jang Heowoon. After Haegeum leaves, Kim prepares to head to his motel to perform a ritual with a smuggled 'Good Friend' plushie from the Cheerful Theme Park. Upon entering his motel room, he is shocked to find Section Chief Lee Jaheon already inside. Despite his confusion and fear of being caught spying, Kim explains his plan to summon the 'Good Friend' Braun to avoid another chaotic incident. Lee Jaheon, acting as a supervisor, agrees to oversee the ritual to ensure safety protocols are followed.
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4:34
Chapter 430
Kim Soleum finishes his shift and interacts with Team Leader Haegeum, who greets him and mentions his 'destroyer rookie' status. Kim reflects on the five jade badges he received from her as part of an 'employee dispatch deal' for sending Jang Heowoon. After Haegeum leaves, Kim prepares to head to his motel to perform a ritual with a smuggled 'Good Friend' plushie from the Cheerful Theme Park. Upon entering his motel room, he is shocked to find Section Chief Lee Jaheon already inside. Despite his confusion and fear of being caught spying, Kim explains his plan to summon the 'Good Friend' Braun to avoid another chaotic incident. Lee Jaheon, acting as a supervisor, agrees to oversee the ritual to ensure safety protocols are followed.
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Chapter 431
Kim Soleum begins the summoning ritual using a necktie, a Silver Serpent Coin, and a custom-made pink bunny plushie. As the ritual progresses, the doll undergoes a violent, glitchy transformation where multiple voices seem to struggle for control within the small body. Suddenly, the persona of Braun, the 'Master of the Stage,' emerges with a cheerful, theatrical voice, announcing his return to his friend. The ritual concludes, leaving only the physical bunny plushie in the room. To facilitate communication in reality, Kim sets up a bedside lamp to cast a large shadow of the bunny on the wall. Braun begins to speak through the shadow, expressing nostalgia and excitement about meeting Kim again, though he notes his physical form feels heavy like waterlogged cotton.
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Chapter 431
Kim Soleum begins the summoning ritual using a necktie, a Silver Serpent Coin, and a custom-made pink bunny plushie. As the ritual progresses, the doll undergoes a violent, glitchy transformation where multiple voices seem to struggle for control within the small body. Suddenly, the persona of Braun, the 'Master of the Stage,' emerges with a cheerful, theatrical voice, announcing his return to his friend. The ritual concludes, leaving only the physical bunny plushie in the room. To facilitate communication in reality, Kim sets up a bedside lamp to cast a large shadow of the bunny on the wall. Braun begins to speak through the shadow, expressing nostalgia and excitement about meeting Kim again, though he notes his physical form feels heavy like waterlogged cotton.
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Chapter 432
Braun, speaking through the bunny's shadow, criticizes the rundown state of Kim's motel, comparing it to a place where even third-rate actors wouldn't stay. Kim is stunned to discover that Lee Jaheon can also hear Braun, despite the entity's nature. Lee Jaheon explains that he can hear the entity because it is expressing an intent to communicate. Lee Jaheon provides stern advice, suggesting Kim burn the doll immediately because the entity has the potential to break free from its restraints. Braun retorts to Lee Jaheon's threats with theatrical indignation, claiming his behavior is merely an expression of affection. Kim realizes that Braun is currently playing along with the physical restraints out of nostalgia and amusement. Kim resolves to remain vigilant and not become too attached to the 'Good Friend,' fearing that any lapse in caution might result in being dragged back into the talk show world.
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5:21
Chapter 432
Braun, speaking through the bunny's shadow, criticizes the rundown state of Kim's motel, comparing it to a place where even third-rate actors wouldn't stay. Kim is stunned to discover that Lee Jaheon can also hear Braun, despite the entity's nature. Lee Jaheon explains that he can hear the entity because it is expressing an intent to communicate. Lee Jaheon provides stern advice, suggesting Kim burn the doll immediately because the entity has the potential to break free from its restraints. Braun retorts to Lee Jaheon's threats with theatrical indignation, claiming his behavior is merely an expression of affection. Kim realizes that Braun is currently playing along with the physical restraints out of nostalgia and amusement. Kim resolves to remain vigilant and not become too attached to the 'Good Friend,' fearing that any lapse in caution might result in being dragged back into the talk show world.
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433
Chapter 433
Kim Soleum manages to place Braun the plushie into his front pocket, finding a strange sense of stability despite the difficulty of negotiating with his own body parts. He resumes a conversation with Section Chief Lee Jaheon, who asks if Kim possessed a Dream Essence Collector during the 'Cheerful Theme Park!' expedition. Kim realizes his elite team collector is empty, leading him to the terrifying realization that he may no longer be recognized as human by the collector. This suggests he has been contaminated by a different kind of Darkness. Suddenly, a 'Dark Exploration Records Real Merch Box' drops a new item: a silver music box from the Church of the Luminous Unknown. The item's description reveals that while it can restore human rationality, repeated use leads to madness. The item's usage requirement—being 'assimilated'—confirms Kim's fear that he has been completely contaminated by a ghost story. Under Lee Jaheon's strict instructions, Kim reflexively follows a series of commands, eventually pressing a golden 'cell' (a SIM-like chip) from his Space Shopping Mall VIP card under his tongue.
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6:07
Chapter 433
Kim Soleum manages to place Braun the plushie into his front pocket, finding a strange sense of stability despite the difficulty of negotiating with his own body parts. He resumes a conversation with Section Chief Lee Jaheon, who asks if Kim possessed a Dream Essence Collector during the 'Cheerful Theme Park!' expedition. Kim realizes his elite team collector is empty, leading him to the terrifying realization that he may no longer be recognized as human by the collector. This suggests he has been contaminated by a different kind of Darkness. Suddenly, a 'Dark Exploration Records Real Merch Box' drops a new item: a silver music box from the Church of the Luminous Unknown. The item's description reveals that while it can restore human rationality, repeated use leads to madness. The item's usage requirement—being 'assimilated'—confirms Kim's fear that he has been completely contaminated by a ghost story. Under Lee Jaheon's strict instructions, Kim reflexively follows a series of commands, eventually pressing a golden 'cell' (a SIM-like chip) from his Space Shopping Mall VIP card under his tongue.
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Chapter 434
After ingesting the VIP cell, Kim's consciousness shifts. He finds himself in a surreal environment where Lee Jaheon has been replaced by a grey lizard, a representative of the Space Shopping Mall Coalition. The lizard explains that the Coalition acts as a single entity and that they have accessed Kim through the ingested cell. The lizard offers 'VIP shopping' as a form of treatment for Kim's current situation. The motel room transforms into an endless table shrouded in mist, where various 'projections' of Kim's past contaminated selves sit. These projections include figures representing different ghost stories he has experienced, such as a supermarket cashier, a broadcaster, and a high school student. Despite Kim's attempt to flee, the lizard informs him that these are merely mental projections and that his personality has not actually split. The chapter ends with Kim realizing he is trapped in a psychological shopping environment designed by the Coalition.
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Chapter 434
After ingesting the VIP cell, Kim's consciousness shifts. He finds himself in a surreal environment where Lee Jaheon has been replaced by a grey lizard, a representative of the Space Shopping Mall Coalition. The lizard explains that the Coalition acts as a single entity and that they have accessed Kim through the ingested cell. The lizard offers 'VIP shopping' as a form of treatment for Kim's current situation. The motel room transforms into an endless table shrouded in mist, where various 'projections' of Kim's past contaminated selves sit. These projections include figures representing different ghost stories he has experienced, such as a supermarket cashier, a broadcaster, and a high school student. Despite Kim's attempt to flee, the lizard informs him that these are merely mental projections and that his personality has not actually split. The chapter ends with Kim realizing he is trapped in a psychological shopping environment designed by the Coalition.
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Chapter 435
Kim examines the various 'contaminated' versions of himself sitting at the table. He encounters an unfamiliar version of himself dressed in a scarlet janitor's uniform, which is actually a mimic from the Church of the Luminous Unknown. This encounter triggers Kim's memory of a 'Mimicry Sect’s Scripture, Verse 4'—a piece of sacred law he had previously stored. He realizes the scripture has been 'swallowing' his narratives, including a brainwashing fountain pen from Sekwang Technical High School. The lizard informs Kim that he has lost even more: a strength-enhancing bracelet he crafted with Eun Haje, which has also been devoured by the scripture. Kim realizes that his frequent role-playing and 'imitating' different entities have caused him to be judged as a non-human entity by the world. He attempts to ask if the Space Shopping Mall can dispose of his contaminations or the scripture, but the lizard states they do not purchase such items. Finally, Kim asks if he can request the 'Coalition' to permanently destroy these parts of himself for a fee, prompting a warning from the lizard.
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Chapter 435
Kim examines the various 'contaminated' versions of himself sitting at the table. He encounters an unfamiliar version of himself dressed in a scarlet janitor's uniform, which is actually a mimic from the Church of the Luminous Unknown. This encounter triggers Kim's memory of a 'Mimicry Sect’s Scripture, Verse 4'—a piece of sacred law he had previously stored. He realizes the scripture has been 'swallowing' his narratives, including a brainwashing fountain pen from Sekwang Technical High School. The lizard informs Kim that he has lost even more: a strength-enhancing bracelet he crafted with Eun Haje, which has also been devoured by the scripture. Kim realizes that his frequent role-playing and 'imitating' different entities have caused him to be judged as a non-human entity by the world. He attempts to ask if the Space Shopping Mall can dispose of his contaminations or the scripture, but the lizard states they do not purchase such items. Finally, Kim asks if he can request the 'Coalition' to permanently destroy these parts of himself for a fee, prompting a warning from the lizard.
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Chapter 436
Kim Soleum, currently in the Space Shopping Mall, observes his various contaminations manifested as ghost stories seated at a table. He realizes that the mall's VIP service cannot destroy these contaminated parts of himself, as doing so would be an irreversible destruction of his sense of self. Instead, Kim Soleum requests an item that will allow him to recognize and manage these mutations. The gray lizard (Space Shopping Mall Representative) recommends the 'Single-Use Automatic Moonlight Tattoo Machine,' an item produced by the now-defunct Moonlight Tattooists. Kim Soleum purchases the machine for 159,999,999 won, paying with five jade tokens—a currency accepted in various cultural legends—after the lizard confirms it as valid. Upon using the machine, a fluid, adaptive tattoo is inscribed above his heart: a circular puzzle of concentric rings containing words from various unknown languages. This tattoo serves as a junction to organize and balance his many identities and anxieties, allowing him to maintain self-control. Once the tattoo is complete, the manifestations of his contaminations vanish, as he can now perceive them through the tattoo rather than through sight.
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7:31
Chapter 436
Kim Soleum, currently in the Space Shopping Mall, observes his various contaminations manifested as ghost stories seated at a table. He realizes that the mall's VIP service cannot destroy these contaminated parts of himself, as doing so would be an irreversible destruction of his sense of self. Instead, Kim Soleum requests an item that will allow him to recognize and manage these mutations. The gray lizard (Space Shopping Mall Representative) recommends the 'Single-Use Automatic Moonlight Tattoo Machine,' an item produced by the now-defunct Moonlight Tattooists. Kim Soleum purchases the machine for 159,999,999 won, paying with five jade tokens—a currency accepted in various cultural legends—after the lizard confirms it as valid. Upon using the machine, a fluid, adaptive tattoo is inscribed above his heart: a circular puzzle of concentric rings containing words from various unknown languages. This tattoo serves as a junction to organize and balance his many identities and anxieties, allowing him to maintain self-control. Once the tattoo is complete, the manifestations of his contaminations vanish, as he can now perceive them through the tattoo rather than through sight.
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Chapter 437
Kim Soleum examines his new tattoo, noting it can allow him to temporarily adopt different identities, such as a high school student from a horror game. He realizes the tattoo provides stability against his contaminations. He then encounters Section Chief Lee Jaheon, who appears as a white lizard with red pupils. Kim Soleum discovers that keeping the plushie Braun near his new heart tattoo allows him to continue communicating with the doll, as the tattoo treats the proximity as being within a ghost story. Kim Soleum discusses the 'storage service' for a fragment of the Church of the Luminous Unknown's sacred law, which he had entrusted to the mall. The service costs 8,999,990 won for 100 days. Lee Jaheon confirms Kim Soleum made a good choice and notes that Kim Soleum is now officially connected to the Space Shopping Mall. After concluding their business, Lee Jaheon exits through a window, leaving Kim Soleum to prepare for his return to work as a spy within the Bureau.
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Chapter 437
Kim Soleum examines his new tattoo, noting it can allow him to temporarily adopt different identities, such as a high school student from a horror game. He realizes the tattoo provides stability against his contaminations. He then encounters Section Chief Lee Jaheon, who appears as a white lizard with red pupils. Kim Soleum discovers that keeping the plushie Braun near his new heart tattoo allows him to continue communicating with the doll, as the tattoo treats the proximity as being within a ghost story. Kim Soleum discusses the 'storage service' for a fragment of the Church of the Luminous Unknown's sacred law, which he had entrusted to the mall. The service costs 8,999,990 won for 100 days. Lee Jaheon confirms Kim Soleum made a good choice and notes that Kim Soleum is now officially connected to the Space Shopping Mall. After concluding their business, Lee Jaheon exits through a window, leaving Kim Soleum to prepare for his return to work as a spy within the Bureau.
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Chapter 438
Kim Soleum arrives at the Disaster Management Bureau, concealing Braun the plushie in his bomber jacket pocket. Braun provides a running commentary on the Bureau's 'spy-like' entrance and the Black-Tortoise Team 1 waiting room. Kim Soleum enters the waiting room and attempts to write a message on the whiteboard, which is interrupted by Agent Choi. Agent Choi mistakes the doll for a donation, leading to an awkward interaction where Kim Soleum claims the doll is a 'friend' he recently bought. Agent Bronze then enters and, after a brief and suspicious interrogation regarding the 'friend' doll, dismisses Agent Choi and summons Kim Soleum to the Preliminary Investigation Unit for a mission. Kim Soleum manages to maintain his cover despite the scrutiny of his superiors, noting that it was better to reveal the doll naturally than to risk being caught hiding it later.
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Chapter 438
Kim Soleum arrives at the Disaster Management Bureau, concealing Braun the plushie in his bomber jacket pocket. Braun provides a running commentary on the Bureau's 'spy-like' entrance and the Black-Tortoise Team 1 waiting room. Kim Soleum enters the waiting room and attempts to write a message on the whiteboard, which is interrupted by Agent Choi. Agent Choi mistakes the doll for a donation, leading to an awkward interaction where Kim Soleum claims the doll is a 'friend' he recently bought. Agent Bronze then enters and, after a brief and suspicious interrogation regarding the 'friend' doll, dismisses Agent Choi and summons Kim Soleum to the Preliminary Investigation Unit for a mission. Kim Soleum manages to maintain his cover despite the scrutiny of his superiors, noting that it was better to reveal the doll naturally than to risk being caught hiding it later.
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Chapter 439
Kim Soleum travels to the Preliminary Investigation Unit accompanied by Braun. He encounters Go Youngeun (Agent Mint), who finds his Braun plushie cute. Throughout his statement, the plushie becomes a frequent topic of small talk, making Kim feel self-conscious. Upon returning to the Black-Tortoise Team 1 waiting room, Agent Choi playfully treats Braun as a colleague, providing a navy blue handkerchief as a 'seat' for the doll and offering a diary string as an accessory. Kim notes that the Bureau's group chat has already established a narrative that the plushie is a 'precious friend' used for calming himself, preventing further scrutiny. After a brief afternoon dispatch, Kim heads toward a motel near Daydream Inc. after receiving cryptic messages from J (the sergeant) stating he 'got some info' and 'will come out.' Upon arriving at the unmanned motel, Kim discovers a chaotic scene: Assistant Manager Kwak Jaekang is tied up on the floor, with the sergeant sitting on top of him to restrain him, while Supervisor Park Minseong stands by, sweating profusely.
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Chapter 439
Kim Soleum travels to the Preliminary Investigation Unit accompanied by Braun. He encounters Go Youngeun (Agent Mint), who finds his Braun plushie cute. Throughout his statement, the plushie becomes a frequent topic of small talk, making Kim feel self-conscious. Upon returning to the Black-Tortoise Team 1 waiting room, Agent Choi playfully treats Braun as a colleague, providing a navy blue handkerchief as a 'seat' for the doll and offering a diary string as an accessory. Kim notes that the Bureau's group chat has already established a narrative that the plushie is a 'precious friend' used for calming himself, preventing further scrutiny. After a brief afternoon dispatch, Kim heads toward a motel near Daydream Inc. after receiving cryptic messages from J (the sergeant) stating he 'got some info' and 'will come out.' Upon arriving at the unmanned motel, Kim discovers a chaotic scene: Assistant Manager Kwak Jaekang is tied up on the floor, with the sergeant sitting on top of him to restrain him, while Supervisor Park Minseong stands by, sweating profusely.
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Chapter 440
Kim questions the bizarre trio in the motel. The sergeant explains that while patrolling the restricted Research Team annex to find information on the 'Cheerful Research Institute,' he felt a malicious gaze following him. He subsequently subdued the follower, who turned out to be Kwak Jaekang. Kwak had been secretly following the sergeant. Supervisor Park Minseong explains he arrived after receiving a call regarding the struggle. The sergeant suggests that since they are alone, they might as well extract information from Kwak. A tense discussion follows regarding the 'binding' of the Security Team; Kim recalls a chilling record stating that Security Team members wear wristwatches that tick like a second hand, which can lead to their sudden disappearance if they act out of line. The sergeant, displaying a pragmatic and somewhat terrifying lack of hesitation, suggests killing Kwak to erase the evidence and avoid disciplinary action, noting that the Guard Team has immunity for lethal force. Kim realizes the sergeant isn't malicious but is simply being efficient in a chaotic situation.
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Chapter 440
Kim questions the bizarre trio in the motel. The sergeant explains that while patrolling the restricted Research Team annex to find information on the 'Cheerful Research Institute,' he felt a malicious gaze following him. He subsequently subdued the follower, who turned out to be Kwak Jaekang. Kwak had been secretly following the sergeant. Supervisor Park Minseong explains he arrived after receiving a call regarding the struggle. The sergeant suggests that since they are alone, they might as well extract information from Kwak. A tense discussion follows regarding the 'binding' of the Security Team; Kim recalls a chilling record stating that Security Team members wear wristwatches that tick like a second hand, which can lead to their sudden disappearance if they act out of line. The sergeant, displaying a pragmatic and somewhat terrifying lack of hesitation, suggests killing Kwak to erase the evidence and avoid disciplinary action, noting that the Guard Team has immunity for lethal force. Kim realizes the sergeant isn't malicious but is simply being efficient in a chaotic situation.
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Chapter 441
Kim decides to intervene to prevent the sergeant from killing Kwak. He uses 'Disguise Syrup for Kids' on his smartphone to create a perfect, high-quality counterfeit of a notorious Security Team interrogation tool: 'All the Things the Carrot Can Do' (a Truth or Dare toy). Kim dons a Security Team Special Division suit to intimidate Kwak. When Kwak's eyes are uncovered, he is initially arrogant, attempting to threaten Kim and questioning his motives regarding the annex. However, his bravado collapses when he sees the carrot toy and the prototype Dream Incubator from the Cheerful Research Institute behind Kim. The carrot toy begins blaring questions, specifically asking Kwak what he knows about the machine. Kim uses this psychological pressure to begin a highly efficient 'clean-up' plan to extract the necessary information and resolve the situation without bloodshed.
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Chapter 441
Kim decides to intervene to prevent the sergeant from killing Kwak. He uses 'Disguise Syrup for Kids' on his smartphone to create a perfect, high-quality counterfeit of a notorious Security Team interrogation tool: 'All the Things the Carrot Can Do' (a Truth or Dare toy). Kim dons a Security Team Special Division suit to intimidate Kwak. When Kwak's eyes are uncovered, he is initially arrogant, attempting to threaten Kim and questioning his motives regarding the annex. However, his bravado collapses when he sees the carrot toy and the prototype Dream Incubator from the Cheerful Research Institute behind Kim. The carrot toy begins blaring questions, specifically asking Kwak what he knows about the machine. Kim uses this psychological pressure to begin a highly efficient 'clean-up' plan to extract the necessary information and resolve the situation without bloodshed.
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Chapter 442
In an underground laboratory, Kim Soleum (disguised as a Security Team agent) interrogates Kwak Jaekang, a researcher from the Cheerful Research Institute. Kwak Jaekang is not terrified by the interrogation but is instead ecstatic upon seeing the Dream Incubator, identifying it as a prototype potion-manufacturing device originating from a Darkness. He speculates it is an Abyss-grade Darkness because it produces Wish Tickets. Kim Soleum uses the 'carrot' recorder to manipulate the interrogation, feeding Kwak Jaekang's curiosity and leading him to believe that Kim Soleum is a high-ranking agent investigating Kwak's unauthorized observation of Darkness Qterw-B-553 (the J-squad incident). Kim Soleum uses the researcher's own past irregularities to cement the misunderstanding that the company is onto him. The chapter ends with Kim Soleum pushing the excited Kwak Jaekang toward the incubator and activating the carrot recorder to ask, 'What function do you think the machine in front of you has?'
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Chapter 442
In an underground laboratory, Kim Soleum (disguised as a Security Team agent) interrogates Kwak Jaekang, a researcher from the Cheerful Research Institute. Kwak Jaekang is not terrified by the interrogation but is instead ecstatic upon seeing the Dream Incubator, identifying it as a prototype potion-manufacturing device originating from a Darkness. He speculates it is an Abyss-grade Darkness because it produces Wish Tickets. Kim Soleum uses the 'carrot' recorder to manipulate the interrogation, feeding Kwak Jaekang's curiosity and leading him to believe that Kim Soleum is a high-ranking agent investigating Kwak's unauthorized observation of Darkness Qterw-B-553 (the J-squad incident). Kim Soleum uses the researcher's own past irregularities to cement the misunderstanding that the company is onto him. The chapter ends with Kim Soleum pushing the excited Kwak Jaekang toward the incubator and activating the carrot recorder to ask, 'What function do you think the machine in front of you has?'
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Chapter 443
Kwak Jaekang examines the Dream Incubator with manic intensity, noting its crude but complex design and the presence of emojis. He discovers a pipe for extracting essence and notices a reddish-orange lump inside the Dream Essence. He also identifies a missing button at the bottom, speculating it was for a Wish Ticket output. Kim Soleum observes him closely, deciding not to reveal the truth to maintain the interrogation's tension. Kim Soleum then uses the carrot recorder to ask a final 'Truth or Dare' question regarding what Kwak Jaekang was hiding. Kwak Jaekang, appearing unhinged, claims he has no secrets and begins theorizing about Kim Soleum's identity. He suggests that Kim Soleum might be an abductor using a vessel from a train Darkness, revealing that he is aware of the Tamra Express incident. Kim Soleum realizes Kwak Jaekang likely orchestrated the circumstances leading to the train incident. The chapter ends when a hidden sergeant emerges from behind a desk and knocks Kwak Jaekang unconscious.
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5:22
Chapter 443
Kwak Jaekang examines the Dream Incubator with manic intensity, noting its crude but complex design and the presence of emojis. He discovers a pipe for extracting essence and notices a reddish-orange lump inside the Dream Essence. He also identifies a missing button at the bottom, speculating it was for a Wish Ticket output. Kim Soleum observes him closely, deciding not to reveal the truth to maintain the interrogation's tension. Kim Soleum then uses the carrot recorder to ask a final 'Truth or Dare' question regarding what Kwak Jaekang was hiding. Kwak Jaekang, appearing unhinged, claims he has no secrets and begins theorizing about Kim Soleum's identity. He suggests that Kim Soleum might be an abductor using a vessel from a train Darkness, revealing that he is aware of the Tamra Express incident. Kim Soleum realizes Kwak Jaekang likely orchestrated the circumstances leading to the train incident. The chapter ends when a hidden sergeant emerges from behind a desk and knocks Kwak Jaekang unconscious.
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Chapter 444
Following the interrogation, Kim Soleum removes his Security Team uniform, planning to leave Kwak Jaekang to be 'found' by Supervisor Park Minseong to ensure a natural, non-suspicious recovery. Braun (the plushie) applauds Kim Soleum's deceptive performance. Kim Soleum reflects on why he didn't use memory-erasing potions, opting instead for a more natural deception that would likely lead Kwak Jaekang to keep quiet to protect his own secrets. While resting, Kim Soleum receives unexpected messages on his smartphone from 'K.LEE' (Lee Kangheon), who claims to know Kim Soleum is a supervisor and a spy. Suddenly, a figure wearing a goblin hat emerges from behind an office chair, revealing they were listening. The figure, holding a note from Kim Soleum, addresses him as 'Mr. Roe Deer' and attacks with blades.
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Chapter 444
Following the interrogation, Kim Soleum removes his Security Team uniform, planning to leave Kwak Jaekang to be 'found' by Supervisor Park Minseong to ensure a natural, non-suspicious recovery. Braun (the plushie) applauds Kim Soleum's deceptive performance. Kim Soleum reflects on why he didn't use memory-erasing potions, opting instead for a more natural deception that would likely lead Kwak Jaekang to keep quiet to protect his own secrets. While resting, Kim Soleum receives unexpected messages on his smartphone from 'K.LEE' (Lee Kangheon), who claims to know Kim Soleum is a supervisor and a spy. Suddenly, a figure wearing a goblin hat emerges from behind an office chair, revealing they were listening. The figure, holding a note from Kim Soleum, addresses him as 'Mr. Roe Deer' and attacks with blades.
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Chapter 445
Kim Soleum is trapped within an 'emergency glass prison' after Agent Choi uses a glass marble to activate it. As the prison separates Kim from the outside world, Kim realizes Agent Choi has known about his identity as a Daydream Inc. spy all along. Agent Choi reveals he had hoped to keep Kim on the team by believing in his genuine nature, but now feels betrayed. During the confrontation, a monstrous black wolf-like shadow looms over Agent Choi. Kim manages to stall for time and shouts for Agent Choi to aim for the glass marble. A sudden strike shatters the marble and the prison simultaneously. Seizing the moment, Kim subdues Agent Choi by targeting a scar on his neck, pinning him to the floor as the monstrous shadow bites at his arm.
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5:06
Chapter 445
Kim Soleum is trapped within an 'emergency glass prison' after Agent Choi uses a glass marble to activate it. As the prison separates Kim from the outside world, Kim realizes Agent Choi has known about his identity as a Daydream Inc. spy all along. Agent Choi reveals he had hoped to keep Kim on the team by believing in his genuine nature, but now feels betrayed. During the confrontation, a monstrous black wolf-like shadow looms over Agent Choi. Kim manages to stall for time and shouts for Agent Choi to aim for the glass marble. A sudden strike shatters the marble and the prison simultaneously. Seizing the moment, Kim subdues Agent Choi by targeting a scar on his neck, pinning him to the floor as the monstrous shadow bites at his arm.
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Chapter 446
The monstrous shadow fades, revealing J3, who claims he was only trying to intimidate Agent Choi. Agent Choi, despite being pinned, attempts to manipulate Kim by offering to cover up the incident so Kim can continue living as a Bureau recruit. Kim refuses to be deceived and systematically strips Agent Choi of all weapons and escape items (including a pager and a sneaker shoelace), storing them in his inventory tattoo. Kim realizes he has reached a point of no return; he cannot reveal his mission or the binding of Director Ho. To avoid detection, Kim pretends to help a 'drunk' Agent Choi into a taxi. In the back seat, they encounter Director Ho, who appears with a sense of regret. Director Ho begins a silent, terrifying incantation to place a binding on Agent Choi, which causes the agent's face to bleed and collapse.
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7:31
Chapter 446
The monstrous shadow fades, revealing J3, who claims he was only trying to intimidate Agent Choi. Agent Choi, despite being pinned, attempts to manipulate Kim by offering to cover up the incident so Kim can continue living as a Bureau recruit. Kim refuses to be deceived and systematically strips Agent Choi of all weapons and escape items (including a pager and a sneaker shoelace), storing them in his inventory tattoo. Kim realizes he has reached a point of no return; he cannot reveal his mission or the binding of Director Ho. To avoid detection, Kim pretends to help a 'drunk' Agent Choi into a taxi. In the back seat, they encounter Director Ho, who appears with a sense of regret. Director Ho begins a silent, terrifying incantation to place a binding on Agent Choi, which causes the agent's face to bleed and collapse.
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Chapter 447
Director Ho's silent incantation continues, commanding Agent Choi to never speak of the event and eventually to take his own life in despair. Kim, realizing the severity of the spell, aggressively attacks Director Ho by shoving him against the steering wheel, causing the taxi horn to blare and breaking the incantation's concentration. This leads to a tense verbal confrontation. Kim boldly accuses Director Ho of deliberately sending spies in under their real names to induce internal strife and distrust within the Bureau. Director Ho does not deny the implication but maintains that the primary agreement remains: Kim will receive a Wish Ticket only if he delivers the requested documents regarding an annihilation-sanctioned disaster. Kim commits to delivering the information despite being exposed, using the necessity of his mission to shield Agent Choi from immediate death. Director Ho accepts this, though he notes that Kim must still accept his punishment.
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6:46
Chapter 447
Director Ho's silent incantation continues, commanding Agent Choi to never speak of the event and eventually to take his own life in despair. Kim, realizing the severity of the spell, aggressively attacks Director Ho by shoving him against the steering wheel, causing the taxi horn to blare and breaking the incantation's concentration. This leads to a tense verbal confrontation. Kim boldly accuses Director Ho of deliberately sending spies in under their real names to induce internal strife and distrust within the Bureau. Director Ho does not deny the implication but maintains that the primary agreement remains: Kim will receive a Wish Ticket only if he delivers the requested documents regarding an annihilation-sanctioned disaster. Kim commits to delivering the information despite being exposed, using the necessity of his mission to shield Agent Choi from immediate death. Director Ho accepts this, though he notes that Kim must still accept his punishment.
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Chapter 448
Following a tense confrontation, Director Ho applies a binding to Agent Choi. The binding mandates that Choi will die in one month unless he fulfills a specific promise with an unnamed entity. Additionally, the binding prevents Choi from transmitting any information regarding Kim Soleum's status as a spy or the events of the day, forcing him to act as if nothing changed. Kim Soleum provides first aid to the bleeding Agent Choi, noting that the Director's malice is profound. Kim Soleum leaves Agent Choi's gear and a regeneration potion in the car trunk before departing with the sergeant. The sergeant offers comfort, suggesting Kim Soleum find him if things become impossible. Kim Soleum returns to a motel and eventually reports for work at the Disaster Management Bureau five hours later, maintaining a facade of normalcy. Meanwhile, the plushie Braun expresses excitement about the new phase of Kim Soleum's journey.
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Chapter 448
Following a tense confrontation, Director Ho applies a binding to Agent Choi. The binding mandates that Choi will die in one month unless he fulfills a specific promise with an unnamed entity. Additionally, the binding prevents Choi from transmitting any information regarding Kim Soleum's status as a spy or the events of the day, forcing him to act as if nothing changed. Kim Soleum provides first aid to the bleeding Agent Choi, noting that the Director's malice is profound. Kim Soleum leaves Agent Choi's gear and a regeneration potion in the car trunk before departing with the sergeant. The sergeant offers comfort, suggesting Kim Soleum find him if things become impossible. Kim Soleum returns to a motel and eventually reports for work at the Disaster Management Bureau five hours later, maintaining a facade of normalcy. Meanwhile, the plushie Braun expresses excitement about the new phase of Kim Soleum's journey.
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Chapter 449
Kim Soleum arrives at the Black-Tortoise Team 1 waiting room and meets Agent Bronze. Agent Bronze informs him that Agent Choi has taken a day off due to illness. However, Agent Choi left a gift for Kim Soleum: a green grape ade and a cookie with a handwritten, though crossed-out, message of encouragement. Kim Soleum plans to maintain a low profile for a week before taking action regarding his one-month deadline. He contemplates whether to inform Go Youngeun about the situation but decides it is safer to keep her in the dark to protect her spy work. An alarm sounds, and Agent Bronze announces a high-scale supernatural disaster in Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do. The two depart via high-speed train. During the trip, Kim Soleum reads a field manual written by Agent Choi, which contains various personal notes and tips for the team. The manual provides context for the upcoming mission.
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Chapter 449
Kim Soleum arrives at the Black-Tortoise Team 1 waiting room and meets Agent Bronze. Agent Bronze informs him that Agent Choi has taken a day off due to illness. However, Agent Choi left a gift for Kim Soleum: a green grape ade and a cookie with a handwritten, though crossed-out, message of encouragement. Kim Soleum plans to maintain a low profile for a week before taking action regarding his one-month deadline. He contemplates whether to inform Go Youngeun about the situation but decides it is safer to keep her in the dark to protect her spy work. An alarm sounds, and Agent Bronze announces a high-scale supernatural disaster in Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do. The two depart via high-speed train. During the trip, Kim Soleum reads a field manual written by Agent Choi, which contains various personal notes and tips for the team. The manual provides context for the upcoming mission.
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Chapter 450
Kim Soleum and Agent Bronze arrive at the Jisan Festival, a supernatural phenomenon in a rural village. The festival is characterized by traditional music and a 'Jisan Festival' banner. Kim Soleum observes the villagers, noting that locals wear rooster feather brooches. He follows the manual's advice to avoid sitting with villagers and to avoid eating broth. The plushie Braun regains the ability to speak to Kim Soleum because they have entered a 'ghost story' (supernatural disaster). Braun offers comfort and suggests watching TV together later. As Kim Soleum scans the crowd for potential targets or suspicious individuals, he identifies two familiar faces: Baek Saheon, the notoriously nasty employee from Daydream Inc. wearing a medical eye patch, and Assistant Manager Eun Haje, who is scanning the area with an indifferent expression.
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Chapter 450
Kim Soleum and Agent Bronze arrive at the Jisan Festival, a supernatural phenomenon in a rural village. The festival is characterized by traditional music and a 'Jisan Festival' banner. Kim Soleum observes the villagers, noting that locals wear rooster feather brooches. He follows the manual's advice to avoid sitting with villagers and to avoid eating broth. The plushie Braun regains the ability to speak to Kim Soleum because they have entered a 'ghost story' (supernatural disaster). Braun offers comfort and suggests watching TV together later. As Kim Soleum scans the crowd for potential targets or suspicious individuals, he identifies two familiar faces: Baek Saheon, the notoriously nasty employee from Daydream Inc. wearing a medical eye patch, and Assistant Manager Eun Haje, who is scanning the area with an indifferent expression.
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