Chapter 10

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Swordmaster Healer Chapter 10

Chapter 3: The Legacy of the Sword Star (3)

Seungjun, having just finished the E-rank dungeon, immediately went to the Dungeon Management Bureau to sell the mana stones and apply for the next solo play.

The settlement money from selling the mana stones was about 5 million won. Although it was less compared to the money earned from D-rank or C-rank dungeons, it was still a significant amount for Seungjun.

"Are there still many solo play applicants...?"

Despite the many solo play applicants, his schedule wasn't set for two days. In the end, Seungjun decided to visit the Dungeon Management Bureau.

It could have been done over the phone, but since multiple applications with matching were not possible, and he had nothing else to do, he thought it would be more effective to show up in person.

"I'm really sorry, Hunter. Currently, there are many solo play applications, so it might be difficult to set a schedule for a few days."

The clerk bowed with a truly apologetic face. Although it was frustrating, there was no reason to raise his voice since the clerk was being humble.

Seungjun decided to look for another way.

"Then, how about party matching?"

"Hunter, you can apply for party matching up to B-rank dungeons."

"What's the situation with B-rank dungeon matching? Is it heavily backed up?"

The clerk glanced at the tablet for a moment before speaking.

"Your rating has increased significantly from your solo plays, so it shouldn't be difficult to get a match."

When a dungeon is successfully cleared through solo play or party play, the rating goes up. Before his awakening, Seungjun's healing was so insufficient that the parties he was matched with often gave up and retreated. Therefore, his rating was quite low, making it difficult to get a match.

'But now it's different.'

Seungjun was confident.

"Please contact me."

"Wait a moment, Hunter! It seems a match has been found!"

Seungjun, who was about to stand up from his chair, stopped his movement at the clerk's words.

"What about the schedule?"

"It's a request for personnel supplementation due to a party member's absence. So, you need to depart immediately... Is that okay?"

The clerk, who had just confirmed that Seungjun had just cleared a dungeon and had no spare time, asked cautiously.

"I have no problem. Please set the schedule."

Seungjun nodded readily. For someone with infinite motivation, nothing is impossible. Seungjun was brimming with confidence.

*

In front of a B-rank dungeon, two people who looked like hunters were waiting for someone.

"Byungcheol, are you sure the match is set?"

The one who spoke first, tired of waiting, was a woman in a robe that didn't fit in with the modern setting.

"I received a call from the Dungeon Management Bureau. Please wait a little longer, Seo Juyeon."

The one who answered was a man named Byungcheol. He held a shield and a sword and exuded a calm demeanor.

"The items I'm wearing are too hot..."

Despite Juyeon's complaint, Byungcheol didn't wipe the smile from his face.

"It's going to be tough without Yeongseo."

Juyeon pouted. The two were members of the mid-tier guild 'Phoenix,' and Juyeon was an officer.

They had formed a guild party with Yeongseo, a fellow guild member, but he couldn't join due to an emergency, and the other guild members were also unavailable, so they requested a match from the Dungeon Management Bureau for personnel supplementation.

"Someone is coming."

"Since I'm a magic user and you're a combat user, it will be perfect once the healer arrives!"

It was a well-known fact among all hunters that having a healer makes the dungeon easier. Juyeon looked at the approaching hunter with hopeful eyes.

However, when she recognized the hunter's face, she was disappointed.

"Isn't that him?"

She recalled the so-called 'justifiable defense incident' on Hunter.com and couldn't bring herself to say the nickname 'Legend.'

"Can we do well?"

"Are you aware that there's a severe penalty for leaving after a match is set?"

Byungcheol paused for a moment. Seungjun was approaching, but he was still far away. If he spoke in a low voice, it wouldn't be heard.

He continued.

"Moreover, Mr. Kang Seungjun's recent activities are not ordinary. It's best to be careful with your words. The nickname 'Legend' might hurt Mr. Kang Seungjun's feelings."

"Are you being too cautious?"

"Ah! Are you aware that Mr. Kang Seungjun is being considered as a recruitment target by the guild..."

Byungcheol's words made Juyeon recall the information and close her mouth. Meanwhile, Seungjun approached.

"Nice to meet you. I'm Kang Seungjun."

"I'm Seo Juyeon."

"I'm Ji Byungcheol."

After the introductions, their roles were decided. The staff opened the dungeon door, and they entered.

"I'll take out the lighting drone."

"No need. I'm a magic user."

Just as Seungjun was about to open his bag, Juyeon shook her staff, and several bright lights appeared.

"Let's go."

"Mr. Kang Seungjun, I'll take the lead. Can I ask you to protect Juyeon?"

Byungcheol's polite attitude seemed to ease Juyeon's mood, which had been slightly hurt.

"There's no need. I'm here as a 'healer.'"

Seungjun's response made Juyeon's face stiffen.

'I can see right through your thoughts, you brat.'

Seungjun shook his head. As the atmosphere rapidly cooled, Byungcheol spoke urgently.

"Don't worry too much. I'm confident in my shield skills, so I won't need any healing."

The confident voice of Byungcheol, a B-rank combat hunter, lifted the mood. They moved deeper into the dungeon.

At first, no monsters appeared, but after about 10 minutes of brisk walking, Seungjun detected multiple presences with his sharp senses.

"They're coming. There are 17 of them."

"Is there any problem with the detection magic?"

Ding!

As soon as Juyeon finished speaking, the detection magic rang, warning of the approaching monsters.

The 17 monsters were all orcs. Before they could even approach the formation, they were annihilated by the fire magic Juyeon cast.

"Amazing, Mr. Kang Seungjun! How did you know?"

After the battle, Byungcheol, who had been calm, genuinely admired Seungjun.

"The footsteps were unusually loud."

Seungjun gave a casual answer and slightly raised his hand. However, no mana was absorbed.

'As expected, it can only be absorbed if I kill them myself.'

Since there was no easy gain, he had a reason to participate in the battle. The deeper they went, the more monsters appeared.

Some appeared suddenly, but thanks to Seungjun's early warning, they avoided damage.

"Let's take a short break here."

Byungcheol sheathed his sword and put down his shield. From B-rank onwards, dungeons are much larger and have more monsters, so it's necessary to take breaks.

Seungjun, Byungcheol, and Juyeon sat in a circle with the lighting in the center.

"Your ability to detect presences is better than detection magic. It's really impressive."

"Thanks to Mr. Kang Seungjun, I've been saving mana. I'm really grateful."

Byungcheol was impressed, and Juyeon had a smile on her face.

"Thank you."

Praise makes people dance. Just as Seungjun was about to nod with a smile, he felt multiple presences again.

'They're, they're so many!'

Seungjun quickly grabbed the sword he had placed beside him and spoke.

"Monsters! There are a lot of them!"

Byungcheol and Juyeon also moved swiftly. They readied their weapons and prepared to face the orcs, who revealed themselves with glowing red eyes.