ZEN [19]

Regressor's Instruction Manual Episode 940

Zen (19)

'Might still have some use.'

Knowing the dungeon's location, the cozy sanctuary of the Mole Saintess,

and having a direct connection, perhaps it could be helpful for the strategy.

Also... There needs to be a shield presented to the public.

There had to be someone to take responsibility for this situation.

It wasn't necessary, but I couldn't announce that the guy being sent off had turned into minced meat.

The crime he committed was a nationally significant felony,enough to warrant a license for on-site execution.

Even if our Hyunseong were to send your Zen to Benigore's side, no one would say anything, but it would be more effective to subject him to the scourge of the law.

'Even if he committed a crime deserving death...'

Dying miserably to the point of getting hit and dying in the ruins is a bit too much.

Stopping Kim Hyunseong meant that.

I am also worried about the situation of kinship, friendship, brotherhood, and whatnot, but fortunately, our Hyunseong, standing tall looked down at the guy, while striking down the guy who was rolling around, appears in the sight.

Suddenly... during the honey-like rest, Zen also looked startled, after realizing the fact that I saved him from death, his trembling fists were visible.

Overwhelmingly feeling powerless, suggesting we look around together at the bright sky, at the world, but not doing anything properly.

Lee Kiyoung was gradually dying, after all.

The more I think about this, the more I haven't done anything.

In the end, I can't even make a choice for himself until the end I desired, if I got dragged by the Blue Guild Master right away, I won't be able to spread my wings until I die in the cage again.

Instead of Lee Kiyoung, a human who used to lightly burst into laughter over small matters, chooses a life as the God of Sacrifice and Resurrection.

From his perspective, he can't just watch that. He wouldn't be able to bear seeing it, whether he dies or not.

The guy stands up and clenched his fist.

A criminal's cowardly attack always returns in vain, Zen's fist naturally doesn't reach our Hyung Sung.

The strike of the guy who has given his all is blocked by the basic defensive stance of slightly raising his arm.

Thinking there's a second chance, he hurriedly stretches his leg, but that too is blocked by Kim Hyunseong's thick arm.

Even if he was in proper physical condition, a ridiculous attack that couldn't be guaranteed to succeed, now that his body is broken, there's no need to say anything more.

"Damn it.....Damn it!"

Zen shouts with all his might, but it doesn't reach him. Clearly a level difference, what Zen contributes to the current situation is simply increasing the cost of urban restoration.

In the end, the one who falls first is him.

If I fully immersed in this role, isn't it the right timing to shed tears?

Sure enough, he starts dropping tears while on the ground.

"I'm sorry... I'm sorry."

He mutters those words and starts sobbing.

"Stop.... Hyunseong."

"...."

"Stop."

"....."

"Please stop Kim Hyunseong!"

Kim Hyunseong, who had no intention of stopping, has a face that I can't understand.

"Why... is that?"

'Why what? Has this guy lost his mind? Even though it's not a life-or-death situation, is it okay to beat someone to death on the street? Is that right? Of course, it's alright. But I have to endure.'

"It's not his fault."

"Kiyoung-ssi…."

"He didn't do anything wrong. I suggested that we leave together... The words I spoke...He only granted my request."

Although it hasn't actually happened, building up is essential. Certainly, I've never said to leave first.

Of course, an expression that can't be understood appears.

Lee Kiyoung wants to break free from the nation and the Blue Guild; it's a story I just can't accept.

Naturally, I didn't think that Kim Hyeonseong would take my words at face value.

Trembling voice, Kim Hyeonseong must have sensed that my words were a lie. Because that's what I intended.

To show this ludicrousness and say that Lee Kiyoung himself suggested we leave together? That's him? It's like a comedy that not even a passing dog would laugh at.

There are no variables, but Kim Hyeonseong seems to be recalling a particular case.

He seems to be recalling a case he doesn't want to admit.

"Kiyoung. Perhaps..."

"..."

"Have you heard of Stockholm syndrome?"

"...."

Of course I've heard of it. There's no way I haven't heard of it.

"Yes?"

"Stockholm syndrome is a psychological phenomenon where hostages sympathize and become emotionally attached to their captors. In my opinion, maybe Kiyoung..."

"That's not it."

It was a short time, but our friendship was real. It wasn't some mental disorder.

And no matter how much I might appear to have such symptoms, if he were to lecture me about Stockholm syndrome or nonsense, he would empathize quite well.

He should realize that he can harbor animosity, if anything.

When dealing with a mentally ill patient, you have to approach them more carefully.

"It's not like that. I just..."

Take a brief pause.

"If you're going to blame Zen, you should start with me."

Though there's some fault on my part, indeed.

"He is a criminal."

'Ah, don't listen to me.'

"He's the one who made you suffer."

Even if you're a yes-man every day, at least for this time, don't say yes.

You should assert yourself. Is Lee Kiyoung in a state where he can make rational judgments right now?

Is this crumbling figure that seems like it could collapse at any moment a representation of a normal person?

Sometimes you should be capable of delivering sharp words.

"It's my fault. Hyun Seong. That person isn't at fault..."

"He's the one who made you into that state!"

Yeah. You should get angry. Burst out.

"Kiyoung is not in a state to make rational judgments right now. Even if you won't agree with my actions immediately, eventually... you'll realize that I'm right. It's fine if you resent me. Eventually..."

This Templar is poison.

Zen, you're a creature that should not exist.

Kim Hyeonseong's face erupts with anger, his expression contrasting with Zen's as if he's touched by emotion.

Tears well up in Templar Zen's eyes.

Are they tears for the situation where Lee Kiyoung has to protect him? Or tears shed out of helplessness?

His face is truly one that could dominate the best actor award in a male lead role in another universe.

Kim Hyeonseong's furious expression isn't bad, but in Zen's face, there's regret and suffering from the past, gratitude, and even indescribable emotions.

"Run... Run away, Lee Kiyoung."

"...."

"I'll hold him back. Please, run as far away as you can!"

This guy is cool. But you need the ability to be cool like that.

His words are perfectly composed.

He was truly impressive when he confidently showed the sky to the Honorary Cardinal back then.

The result back then was a disaster, and the aftermath was like a spreading mold.

This time won't be much different.

"Please run away quickly."

Who will I run from? Kim Hyeonseong?

He's saying something that makes no sense.

It's impossible.

"Don't worry about me... Please, quickly!"

He's putting on a show. Seriously.

"Run!"

If Hyeonseong wears a mask, you're dead.

Don't come! That's what should happen.

Confusion and anger, pure malice, an incomprehensible situation where he berates himself, Kim Hyeonseong's anger bursting out was only natural.

He couldn't control that anger even before.

He couldn't contain the anger that felt like his chest was about to explode.

This time, he's sure he's right. He's always been someone who made the wrong choices, but this time, this action is right.

Killing that guy is the right thing to do. Freeing Lee Kiyoung is correct.

Hyunseong's lips were tightly sealed.

This might be the last time as I adopt a defensive stance, Zen.

Kim Hyeonseong unsheathed his sword, ready to strike him down in one swift motion. It sent shivers down my spine.

"Don't!"

Crap, don't do it!

Kim Hyeonseong is terrifying when he truly harbors intentions to kill.

I don't know why, but I gather myself and shout despite trembling.

"Yes! Hyeon Seong. Hyeon Seong is right."

"Yes?"

"He did kidnap me."

"...."

"He did kidnap me and bring me here. I won't deny it anymore."

There's no betrayal in our Zen's face.

Has he realized that this action is for his own good.

Is he aware that this is the only way to save himself from crazy psychopath Kim Hyun-seong?

"You shouldn't use your strength like this."

"..."

"He has the right to a fair trial. Hyun Seong."

Yeah, this buildup.

"Even if his crimes are unforgivable, he still has the right to a fair trial and the right to defend himself. What Hyun Sung is planning to do now is an action that could be debated in the continental law. If Zen really needs to be punished, it should follow the correct procedures."

"...."

Powerless, Lee Kiyoung takes a dignified step forward.

I dramatically spreads my arms.

As if I can't let it end like this, as if I'm saying I'll defend this person.

The staging is perfect, really.

"Ah... Huh? Ah... Huh..."

He's acting strange.

"Ah..."

Why is Kim Hyun Sung like this? It's not malfunctioning, right? Is he still functioning properly.

"Punishment should be carried out by the nation and the Holy See. Hyun Sung."

"Ah..."

This guy is speechless. Maybe he's too flustered, but he seems to be constantly denying reality.

His face keeps becoming weirder, and he's muttering strange things.

His face looks like he's watching someone dear being taken away by a bunch of delinquents.

It was an expression of thinking he couldn't do anything.

"Ah...?"

"Hyun Sung, I'm sorry. But... it's not like this."

"...."

After rushing over, I whisper to our Zen.

"There was no other choice. Zen."

"You didn't need to... You don't need to fight for me. Kiyoung-nim. What I want is... your freedom..."

"I've already been plenty free. Thanks to you... That's right. Now it's my turn to protect you."

A typical cliché.

"I'll defend you."

No, I won't defend you.

"I'll protect you."

No, I won't protect you.

"So..."

You need to tell me everything you know. To win a legal battle, that's essential.

Why you suddenly sprouted wings, where the Mole Saintess cozy sanctuary is, what strategies you know, who Simon is, and where the other Templars are.

'You have to tell me everything.'

I looked at you, Zen, and bit my lip hard.

"We'll face this crisis together."

No. I don't think I will.

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21 Chapters in two days, I'm so proud of myself, Yep Zen arc is about to come to an end.