Become Overpowered CEO of Hero Clan

Become Overpowered CEO of Hero Clan – 058

Sometimes there are days like that.

When weekend plans with friends fall through for no apparent reason, but you still feel oddly good about it.

Upon hearing the sudden news of a high school friend’s acute appendicitis that was both regrettable and liberating, Ms. A, who had become a stay-at-home, felt a sense of guilt in her selfish thought process and earnestly flicked her thumb against her conscience.

– Tap, tap. Tap, tap, tap.

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[Mr_A]: What should I doㅠㅠ Did you take your medicine? How did you suddenly get appendicitis, especially on the day we were supposed to meet…

The messages between the two women began with a tearful empathy, formed a touching and common ground, and concluded with a warm promise to meet in good health next time.

Though being formal indicated they weren’t extremely close, they were friends whose similar tastes allowed for easy communication.

“But still~ Home is the best.”

As soon as the plans were canceled, she ordered chicken and beer and turned on her desktop. Naturally, she pressed the first bookmark, leading to the fan cafe of the Harmony Clan.

Lately, exploring fan cafes had been quite enjoyable. The reactions praising her as a skilled artist were honestly pleasing. Of course, she couldn’t tolerate the arrogance that came with being recognized, but there was a reason to accept the rules. If there are rules, understand and accept them.

“I told you, no forming cliques. Read the rules.”

After uploading a few fan arts, she was constantly blocking members who kept contacting her. She didn’t want to cause controversy in the fan cafe of her favorite heroes. There must be reasons for those rules. Understand that if there are rules against it.

“I really can’t believe it.”

The cafe management was strict, and unpleasant comments were hardly visible. There were consistently entertaining contents on YouTube as well. If the Harmony Clan continues to work like this in the future, how great would that be?

A sincerely prayed that the barren content drought of waiting for Eun-ha’s personal broadcast wouldn’t return.

– Ding-dong, –

“Just a moment~!”

As she was enjoying the updated 3 pages of the humor board, a more delicious chicken arrived at the door. She vigorously tore into the chicken leg coated with plenty of red pepper, onions, and soy sauce seasoning, and as she gulped down the refreshing beer, the stress accumulated over the week melted away.

Controlling the mouse with the left hand untouched by seasoning, she refreshed YouTube, and a familiar thumbnail caught her eye at the top. A grotesque deer monster facing off against a bear…………. The title was ‘Reasons We Can’t Retreat’, and she kept watching it over and over, as if the algorithm had brought it to her automatically.

‘I should watch it again.’

– Clink.

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Reflexively, she played the video.

Skipping the scenes where cute and lovely heroes marvel at the grand nature and act surprised on the newly purchased lever, she brought the mouse cursor to the 10 minutes and 30 seconds mark where subscribers had labeled it as the ‘most viewed scene.’

“Here.”

– Clink.

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– Thump……..

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[Your pride as a DPS tank is truly impressive, isn’t it?]

Hwang Man-deuk, 25 years old (DPS Tank Rights Activist)

[Yes! If I don’t hold the front, how can my teammates shine! Haha.]

The highlight that captured the viewers’ hearts started with an individual interview with Hwang Man-deuk.

Half of it was a joking story.

– Thump……. –

However, as soon as the interview ended, the video illuminated a giant deer monster with blue eyes flickering on the other side of the mist, accompanied by ominous background music.

The screen crossed back to Hwang Man-deuk inside the lever, and the faint heartbeat that was barely audible gradually increased in volume.

– Thump-thump……! –

[You seem exceptionally full of fighting spirit today. Is there a special reason?]

Hwang Man-deuk, 25 years old (Grandma’s Hope)

[Yes! Actually, my grandmother is unwell, and I heard that I can get something here to heal her. It seems like the leader knew about it and brought us here! Thank you, leader! Hehe.]

– Spang –

– Huuuuung! –

The deer monster charged forward, lifting its front legs with force. Hwang Man-deuk transformed into a sturdy polar bear and recklessly charged at the grotesque deer monster.

“Phew.”

Even after watching it more than ten times, tears welled up again. It’s not good for digestion when I cry while eating…….

– Thump-thump……! –

[If there’s something you want to say to the grateful leader?]

Hwang Man-deuk, 25 years old (Hero)

[Leader! I will become a strong hero. I will be a very sturdy hero, never retreating, on the front lines!

– Thud –

– Puwaaaah! –

[Woaaaah!]

Hwang Man-deuk, impaled on the deer’s antlers, writhed in pain. Then, with an explosion! Bursting, he horrifically flew and tumbled across the meadow.

– Thump-thump-thump……! –

Hwang Man-deuk, 25 years old (Hero)

[So. Someday, becoming as strong as the leader, a hero who can protect even more people! I will definitely! Become that kind of hero!]

After the interview.

The screen illuminated the bloodied and sprawled Hwang Man-deuk.

“Kheung! Haa.”

A wiped her runny nose with a tissue and blocked her mouth with a chicken leg.

[Well done.]

[………. Give me a chance.]

– Thump-thump…..…! –

However, hwang Man-deuk did not give up. Grabbing Isaac’s ankle, twisted in pain, he staggered and stumbled, bending his knees to lift himself up.

[If I retreat here. It may not be⋯⋯⋯⋯a good thing……!]

– Thump-thump-thump……! –

“Huuk.”

The determined spirit of the massive bear burst through the monitor.

– Thud, squelch.

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– Kadddeuduk.

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[This way… there’s no… dignity… left……]

[Don’t act foolishly. You’ll die if you keep this up.]

– Thump-thump! –

Despite the leader’s dissuasion, hwang Man-deuk continued to stagger towards the Wendia champion. Because he had pledged to become stronger, he couldn’t rely on the leader’s help forever.

[It’s okay⋯⋯⋯⋯I am a hero…………. If not a DPS tank………!]

– Hwaruk.

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– Gooooh……! –

[…… Even if I die……there are times when you shouldn’t retreat!]

– Thump-thump-thump……! –

Hwang Man-deuk transformed into a black beast, throwing his whole body into the fray. With heartbeats that felt like his chest would explode, the Black Bear slashed and bit at the deer monster.

– Thump-thump-thump……! –

Falling a hundred times, sharpening the broken claws again and swinging them as the skin burst open.

[Kruwaaaaa!]

[Kwueeeee!]

As a primal warrior adorned with a fierce aura,

– Squelch—kwaaddeuk! Chyaaa –

– Thump-thump-thump!!!! –

He succeeded in bringing down the deer monster with his own strength.

[Kwaaoooo! Kuo….]

– Thump……. Thump…….

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With a powerful roar, the formidable bear, at the end of its strength, collapsed backward, losing consciousness dramatically.

“Wow, really. Wow.”

No matter how many times she watched it, the video was chilling. This was a chance to see the bear again. She thought he was just the leader of a squad with a decent career, a sturdy and occasionally cute polar bear…. However, the Black Bear wrapped in black lightning exuded the force of a beast that could tear apart most monsters with its bare hands.

[(Dudung!) As the sunlight rose, it began to appear………!]

[A herd of hundreds of Wendias!]

“Ah, the leader’s appearance. Well done.”

[The S-rank actions of the leader who reappeared after a long time.]

The attack of the deer monster horde that followed was thwarted by the leader alone. Isaac threatened the deer monsters with his winged tiger summon and then took care of the members, boarding the lever.

[Piercing cries echoed through the sky.]

[Why did you follow when they said they would spare you………….]

The giant flaming bird following them on the way back was split in half.

“This is a bit bland in direction.”

Every time, it felt new. How strong is the leader, really? And compared to the power Hwang Man-deuk showed as the hero of Isaac, his own contribution seemed modest. He seemed uninterested in his own achievements. That’s probably why he looks even more impressive.

“Nom nom.”

Expecting lively responses from the newly updated chatterers, A took a big bite of the chicken and scrolled down.

[aw Hwang Man-deuk again, seriously wow, he’s a hero]

[The deer will remember this incident.]

[Sent a Lord-class monster flying in one shot? My common sense is crumbling…]

[The heartbeat scene was insane. I thought my heart was pounding.]

Most of the comments were satisfied. Ms. A, once again content, scrolled down to read the comments below. Among them, she found one witty comment she hadn’t seen before.

―Looks like a rolling doll, white and chubby like cotton candy, somewhat stupid-looking, but the eyes are round and moist, and why is the bear so cuteㅠㅠ

ㄴIs Hwang Man-deuk saying this? What’s with this to a bear man. Haven’t you watched the video?

“Hehe, seems like a bear cub fan.”

It seemed like they were a fan deeply immersed in Hwang Man-deuk. The bear cub was a hero with a tall, muscular, sportsman style that divided opinions, but unexpectedly, his polar bear form was cute, and he had a considerable fan base. There were dozens of replies to that comment, suggesting that there were many empathetic subscribers.

ㄴ-Just let it be.. Once it starts looking cute, it’s over.

ㄴThis is real Hahahahaha. Seriously, even actions that seem ridiculous to others, if they look cute, that’s it. This applies to things other than heroes too. Even an ordinary same-class guy looks a bit cute..? Cute.. How is he so cuteㅜㅠㅠㅜㅠ As the degree of cuteness evolves like this, you have to continue with unrequited love or confessing.

ㄴox…. So, even if I’m a fan, I have to endure for at least three years, then, if a crisis (like drunk driving) occurs, the cuteness shell will be peeled off and it’s time to quit being a fan…ㅠㅜ If it’s cute, I can’t quit even if I want to…

“This……?”

Reading comments immersed in the discussion, her heart stung. Everyone praises the leader as cool, and expressing awe. Ms. A sharp designer’s keen deductive ability, sensitive to subtle facial expressions, allowed her to see the leader’s usual personality through minor changes in expression………

– Thump, swish, swish.

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Ms. A quickly checked the fan art she had drawn of Isaac. Each one was focused on cute daily life or witty inner thoughts.

“Uh, uh∙∙∙∙∙∙.”

No. This can’t be right. My favorite is the adorable Seo Eun-ha.

– Doridori.

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Shaking off her worries, A hurriedly searched for other things to watch, disappearing into the vast world of YouTube. And then, it happened.

“Uh, uh?”

A similar content shorts began to emerge one after another, trying to stir up her worries again. Each title was packed with tremendous keywords.

“Promoted to Official S-rank?!”

It was news about Isaac’s official promotion to S-rank.

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Let’s try tapping the calculator a bit. Is this situation beneficial right now?

‘My shoulders feel heavy.’

The unofficial S-rank and the official S-rank are worlds apart. Not only tax exemptions but also maintenance fees for dignity that make a lot of noise every month. Besides, there are numerous benefits that would make your jaw drop. The problem is that with these benefits, the responsibilities to be taken also increase………

‘So, even though I drew a clear line, he was promoted, right?’

I had declared boldly in front of the committee members. I won’t engage in hero activities. I’ll only step out in unavoidable situations. But even after hearing that, he was promoted.

Looking back, I guess I was also insane. I was about to become a living corpse if I failed the quest.

‘I was lucky.’

Even high-ranking individuals seemed to be in a hurry. Seeing that Isaac was kept tied up with benefits even if there were no responsibilities, it seemed that the love calls from both China and Japan had worked in my favor.

‘Well.’

Contact requests to meet at the embassy still come in steadily. In reality, there were not just a few heroes who crossed over for money. It’s ironic to point fingers and call them traitors in a capitalist society. Well, whatever.

‘I haven’t suffered much damage.’

The only burden is the title of an official S-rank hero. Using a similar final finish to risk his life has always been the case, and it might be a loss that there will be more villains targeting my neck.

‘There’s one more thing.’

When the Association asks for some help someday, it might become awkward to refuse. It won’t be difficult to reject considering the treatment and benefits of an S-rank hero, but psychologically, it might be challenging.

– Beep, –

[Quest cleared.]

[Obtained 1,000 points.]

The belated settlement happened right at that moment. It seems like the condition for clearing the quest was the announcement of the S-rank promotion in the media. It didn’t seem like it was written anywhere. The system is quite an unkind fellow.

“I’m not sure if it suits your taste.”

By the way, I was in a very uncomfortable position. The Flame Emperor, who I was trying to politely decline, persistently invited me to a strange restaurant, making me end up here.

It was a famous Korean restaurant. I wonder if the taste justifies the exorbitant prices.

“What kind of side dish is this?”

– Swipe.

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– Chew.

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…………… It was delicious.