11 New Members

As the boys were being led to the office, Hun-cheol and Namjoon were grilling and interrogating Ikje.

"What the heck, hyung? I thought we were friends? Why didn't you tell us that you were auditioning?"

Namjoon pretended to be angry as he nodded his head. Though he wasn't doing a very good job as he was still smiling.

"Yeah, we could've given Hitman Bang a recommendation."

Ikje laughed and shook his head.

"I didn't want to get in that way. I wanted to see if I could make it through my own power. But I didn't expect to go up against such a powerful kid."

As they walked into the office, they placed Ikje on one of the seats before sitting down themselves. Namjoon continued the conversation.

"Yeah, that Yoongi was on another level, his last attack could be felt from where we were sitting."

Hun-cheol nodded his head in agreement.

"He has serious power and potential. In the other round when he was able to manipulate the opponents fire and use it as his own. I had never seen that kind of control before. He was just unlucky to have gone against you hyung."

Ikje shook his head.

"No it was more than that. Like Senior Hitman Bang said, I only won because I was prepared and had the right Word's at the ready. His natural power and Energy Flux is much stronger than mine. I'm not sure if I could beat him if we battled again"

Hun-cheol's eyes lit up.

"Do you think he's in a crew? Why don't we get him to join DNH? He would fit well with everyone right?"

Namjoon shook his head.

"Taegyun said that after you and Snatch joined, we probably won't have anymore members join in. He says we have enough members right now. Besides, someone that powerful must be in a crew. But we can support him if we ever run into him again."

Ikje agreed.

"But it wouldn't be a bad thing to have someone like that as an ally. I wouldn't mind sparring again to learn more. I know I could definitely learn a thing or two from him."

Hun-cheol nodded firmly and smiled.

"Sounds good. I really want to test myself out against someone with his power. That would be fun. Anyone know where he went?"

"You won't need to worry about that, you'll see him soon enough."

They all turned around as Hitman Bang walked in. The three young men stood up and bowed. Ikje in particular bowed earnestly as he was the newest of the three. As Hitman Bang sat down, the three boys sat down too.

"I'm hoping the Battle Mage tournament in a few weeks will be as interesting as the Magic-Channeller's tournament. The last battle between you and little Yoongi was a great battle to watch."

Ikje bowed again.

"Thank you Senior Hitman Bang."

"Please, call me Bang Pdnim. That is what these two here call me."

"Yes, Bang Pdnim."

"Right, let's get down to business. Young Ikje here has won the tournament, thus he will be joining the team from now on. He will live and train with you both. For the next few weeks, I want you to three to work on your unity and teamwork. Having known each other prior to this I'm sure this won't be a problem. I want you to properly learn what each of you can do, what you can offer, and see how you can incorporate those traits in a fight. When the time comes for the Battle Mage tournament, I want you all there to observe and learn what you can. I also want to run a few tests in a few months for you all, but we can worry about that when the time comes."

Hun-cheol, Ikje and Namjoon all listened intently as Hitman Bang gave them their instructions for the next few months. They all nodded in acknowledgement.

"Also, as you are now a group, you will need to nominate a leader."

Namjoon looked Hun-cheol who looked back at him. Ikje looked back and forth at Hun-cheol and Namjoon. Namjoon nodded at Iron and took a step back. As did Ikje, going with the flow, leaving Hun-cheol in front of them. Hun-cheol looked at Hitman Bang.

"I'll be the leader of our group."

Hitman Bang nodded in approval.

"Seems that way. You have been leading your dongsaeng up to here, so it would make sense for you to continue leading. Well you can take the boys back to the dorm. Starting today you will all train and live together."

Namjoon and Hun-cheol frowned at each other. Hitman Bang chuckled at their faces.

"I know what the two of you are thinking, but at this point, it is the only option until you debut and can start bringing in money for the Academy and the team. Your dorm will have to do for now."

Hun-cheol and Namjoon nodded. They knew what Big Hit had as well as lacked. They wouldn't complain as long as they could debut as a powerful Renegade team. That was the dream. Iron led the group out of the building and off towards their dorm.

Hitman Bang smiled as he heard them happily talking with each other after they left. He hoped that they would grow to be a close and tight knit group. He knew the importance of being one in a team. He sighed as he walked to the window.

The three boys walked to the dorm, talking and joking around. It was a good feeling to have more members in the group. Hun-cheol and Namjoon were happy and excited to have Ikje joining them.

As they neared, a short figure with a bag was standing in front of the building. He was leaning on the wall with his hands in his pockets. As he saw the group approach, he stopped leaning on the wall and stood there waiting for them. The boys eyes widened as they realized who it was. The Underground Magic-Channeller that had almost defeated Ikje.

Min Yoongi.

"Are you guys the one's I'm waiting for?"

The three boys looked at each other confused.

Yoongi looked at Ikje. They locked eyes for a second.

"Seeing as you're here, I'll take that as a yes. That was a good battle."

Ikje and Yoongi looked at each other and nodded. Hun-cheol and Namjoon came forward and greeted Yoongi.

"I'm Jung Hun-Cheol, This is Kim Namjoon. You already know Ikje hyung."

Yoongi nodded.

"Min Yoongi."

Hun-cheol nodded and looked at Yoongi curiously.

"So what brings you here?"

"I was told I'm moving in with you guys."

The three boys were shocked but then excited at the prospect that he might be joining their team as well. They all remembered his powerful display and knew that he would be a welcomed addition to the group. Namjoon, who was intrigued by Yoongi's power, was the most excited.

"So are you joining the team as well?"

Yoongi shook his head.

"Not really. I'll be training with you, but after talking to Bang Pdnim, I decided I want to become a Power Designer. So I will create tools and equipment for you all to use. That's my goal at the moment."

The three young men all nodded happily. Having him at their backs was reassuring to say the least. Hun-cheol put his hand on his shoulder.

"Well to me, you are still part of the team. So welcome."

Yoongi nodded simply. Hun-cheol opened the front door and brought them all inside. He got to their apartment and opened the door.

"Welcome to our dorm boys."

The four boys walked in and Yoongi and Ikje looked around. The two of them were struck speechless. Confusion and disbelief shown clearly on both of their faces.

"I-It's so.....small."