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Chapter 3: Cloning Activated

Lee Seung stepped out of the Awakening Center, the weight of the results hanging heavily on him. He shoved his hands into his pockets, trying to mask the bitterness that clawed at his chest. "So, that's it, huh?" he muttered under his breath, glancing one last time at the building. The memory of the analyst's smug tone echoed in his head.

"Your energy level is barely at four. For a normal human, that's the baseline, but for the weakest of the weak? Well, it's a bit below even that. You should work on boosting it before even thinking about awakening." The analyst's voice had been drenched in sarcasm as she pointed at his results with a dismissive flick of her pen.

Lee Seung had no words for her back then. He knew she was right in a sense; he had always been more invested in academics than physical strength. But even as he walked away, he couldn't help but think about how unbothered he was by it all.

'I wasn't expecting much anyway. What do I need strength for? I'll probably just end up as a farmer or something...'

As he wandered away from the entrance, lost in thought, a commotion caught his attention. One of the Guild recruiters, a tall man with a sharp suit, was handing out business cards with a practiced smile. "Our Guild is seeking talents like yours. We offer the best commission rates on hunts."

The young man receiving the card beamed, glancing at the malachite bracelet on his wrist. The words 'Ghost Cloning' glowed faintly on the band. Lee Seung couldn't help but compare it to the ability he was supposedly supposed to unlock—cloning.

'What's the difference between his ability and mine? Why didn't I get anything like that? I mean, the bracelet.'

The analyst had mentioned that he was a "semi-awakened," meaning he had the potential, but lacked the energy needed to fully unlock his power. But standing there, watching the other guy proudly walk away with his new Guild offer, Lee Seung felt an odd sense of envy prick at him.

'It's just cloning… But still, why does it feel like I'm missing out on something?'

Pushing those thoughts aside, Lee Seung flagged down a taxi and headed home.

***

A short while later, Lee Seung stepped out of the cab and walked the last stretch to his apartment. The road had a slight slope, and though it wasn't steep, he felt a strange weariness in his legs.

'Why am I out of breath already? Guess I'm even weaker than I thought.'

His small, rundown apartment greeted him with the familiar scent of dust and stale air. He tossed his keys on the table and flopped onto his worn-out sofa.

"Today's been a bust. Maybe some ramen will cheer me up."

Before he could even head to the kitchen, a sudden tremor rocked the entire building. The walls creaked, and dust rained down from the ceiling. The sound was deafening, like something heavy had just slammed into the ground nearby.

"What the hell was that?!" Lee Seung shot up, his heart hammering in his chest. Anxiety twisted in his gut. "I don't even have any valuables, but if it's a thief…"

Grabbing a small metal rod for protection, he cautiously made his way to the backyard. The trembling had stopped, but an uneasy silence hung in the air. "Who's there?!" he called out, his voice wavering.

No response.

The backyard was still, except for the swaying redcurrant bushes. But something was off. Lee Seung's eyes narrowed as he noticed a strange brown object nestled between the plants.

'That wasn't there before…'

He approached it slowly, half-expecting it to jump at him. But as he got closer, he realized it was just an old iron box. "An iron box? Where did this come from?" He hesitated, glancing around to see if anyone was watching. 'Is this a prank or something?'

Despite the nagging voice in his head telling him to leave it alone, curiosity got the better of him. He hauled the box inside, dropping it on the floor with a heavy thud. "Let's see what's inside," he murmured, grabbing a knife from the kitchen.

The box was sealed with an intricate lock and a series of strange codes. Lee Seung's frustration quickly mounted as he struggled to pry it open. After several failed attempts, he tossed the knife aside in exasperation.

"Ugh, this is getting ridiculous. Maybe Mr. Song has some acid I can use."

Mr. Song's shop was bustling with customers when Lee Seung arrived, but he managed to pull the old man aside. "Mr. Song, do you have any sulfuric acid?"

Mr. Song looked at him with a puzzled frown. "What do you need acid for?"

"I, uh, need it for something important. I'll pay for it, of course."

The old man chuckled and smacked Lee Seung's arm playfully. "You're always so serious, kid. Don't be shy. Just take what you need."

Back at his apartment, Lee Seung poured the acid over the lock, watching in anticipation. But after several minutes, the lock remained stubbornly intact. "Are you kidding me? Even concentrated acid didn't work?"

Frustration boiled over as he grabbed the knife again and struck the box with all his might. The lock didn't budge, but suddenly, the entire lid flew open with a violent burst of energy. The force sent Lee Seung crashing into the wall, pain shooting through his back as he landed on the sofa.

Dazed and disoriented, he blinked through the haze of pain. The box floated in mid-air, swirling with an eerie, milky white light. _

'What… what is that?'

Before he could process what was happening, a screen flickered into existence before his eyes.

[Energy transmission complete.]

[Cloning activated.]

The words burned into his mind as his vision blurred, the world spinning out of control. The last thing he saw before losing consciousness was the light from the box enveloping him, dragging him into darkness.


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Chapter 4: Summoning my first clone

"What... is that thing?" Lee Seung's voice trembled, barely audible as a wave of dizziness washed over him. He tried to steady himself, but the pain in his head intensified, blurring his vision. He squeezed his eyes shut, groaning, "Argh..."

But just before darkness took hold, he caught a glimpse of something—a flicker of light. A glowing screen materialized in front of him, displaying cryptic text.

[Energy transmission completed.]

[Cloning activated.]

---

A few moments later, Lee Seung's eyes fluttered open. He winced, the dull ache in his skull refusing to fade. Groaning, he slowly sat up, pressing a hand against his throbbing temple. As his eyes adjusted to the light, he was met with an unexpected sight—a translucent screen floating before him, radiating a soft, ethereal glow. The interface pulsed gently, revealing a series of icons and data panels.

His heart raced as he read the words displayed.

[You have activated Cloning ability.]

'So it wasn't just a hallucination,' Lee Seung thought, still trying to make sense of it all. Surprised? Absolutely. But afraid? Not quite. What harm could a simple screen do? Curiosity quickly overshadowed any lingering apprehension.

His eyes darted back to the screen as it began shifting on its own. Lines of code flickered across the display, followed by a series of messages.

[Code: K4mP_7qR9zL#3xJ!6uB]

[User: Lee Seung]

[Verification complete.]

[System access granted.]

[Registration complete.]

The words hung in the air for a moment before the screen dimmed slightly. Lee Seung slowly got to his feet, still marveling at what was happening. His lips curled into a disbelieving smile.

"Wow... this is unreal. I can't believe it!"

---

Meanwhile, at the World Hunter Association (W.H.A.) headquarters…

A man in a crisp black suit, his build suggesting an athlete's strength, stepped into a spacious office. He held an iPad in his hand as he approached a large desk. Bowing respectfully, he greeted the older man seated behind it. "Greetings, President Park."

The man addressed as President Park glanced up, his sharp eyes framed by a wide, grey mustache. Despite his age, his physique remained imposing, a testament to years of discipline.

The suited man handed him the iPad. "President Park, there's something you need to see."

The older man's eyes narrowed as he skimmed through the news report displayed on the screen. The suited man continued, "There was a spaceship crash earlier today in a district of Seoul. The victims... were aliens. The army responded quickly and secured the area, but none of the aliens survived."

President Park leaned back in his chair, letting out a heavy sigh. "The government may have signed a treaty with those aliens years ago, but we mustn't let that alliance cloud our judgment. They helped us create the technology that allows for metahuman enhancement, yes, but they've always had ulterior motives. We can't let them exploit our world unchecked."

"Isn't that conclusion a bit hasty, sir?" the suited man asked calmly.

President Park stood and moved toward the large window overlooking the city. "Kim Seijin, the same rules that apply in the dungeons apply here. In those cursed places, trust is a luxury—hunters betray one another over scraps. In the end, it's about survival. Trust no one but yourself."** His voice carried a steely resolve. **"Think of this as another lesson, like when I taught you judo." A faint, almost paternal smile crossed his face.

Kim Seijin bowed deeply, golden strands of hair catching the sunlight. "I understand, President. If we don't act, these aliens might exploit our lands, leading to bloodshed. I'll handle it. You can rely on me."

---

Back in his apartment, Lee Seung's mind raced. The screen's display changed, presenting him with a choice: accept the system or decline it. His thoughts churned, a storm of conflicting emotions.

'This... this might have side effects. But I can't let that stop me. I need strength. I need power.'

Memories surged—his parents' lifeless bodies, the blood, the monstrous creature that tore them apart. It had been six long years, but the pain was still fresh.

'So what if I'm not a Hunter? I can use this power to make money... pay for my sister's treatment...'

His resolve solidified. "I accept!"

The screen flared to life with a sharp hiss.

[Welcome to Subject's Information Icon.]

[Lee Seung]

[Ability: Cloning, LV. 1]

[Stats]

[Strength: 0.12]

[Reflex: 0.01]

[Mana content: 2.03]

[Endurance: 0.06]

[Stamina: 0.01]

Lee Seung stared at the pitiful numbers, his initial excitement waning. "Seriously...? I'm this weak?" He sighed in disbelief.

'It's not like I was expecting to be a superhuman right away, but this is just embarrassing.'

Before he could dwell too much on it, the screen shifted again, displaying something that reignited his curiosity.

[Clone summoning available. Would you like to summon your first clone?]

His heart thudded. The potential benefits flashed in his mind—multiple tasks, training, and maybe even fighting. 'This could make life so much easier!'

Just as he was about to proceed, another warning flashed:

[Warning: Summoning a clone depends on the subject's ability to concentrate mana. Failure may result in summoning an evil spirit.]

A shiver ran down his spine. For a moment, his mind filled with terrifying images—shadowy figures, twisted faces, the worst possible outcome.

'Great... just what I need.'

But he shook it off, steeling himself. 'No, I can do this. I won't screw it up.'

The screen prompted him to choose a command word for the summoning. He couldn't be bothered to overthink it. The first word that came to mind would have to do.

"Emerge!"

The room trembled as a low hum reverberated around him. Blue flames erupted from the floor, swirling around him and rising to his waist. The air crackled with energy as mana surged out of his chest.

Bang!

The monitor fell, books toppled off the shelves, and the room was left in chaos. Lee Seung's eyes snapped shut as he felt a strange movement within his body—an intense, foreign sensation that made his skin crawl. The mana gathered at his chest, twisting and turning before it finally settled.

When he opened his eyes, he was face-to-face with... himself.

His exact replica stood there, staring back at him. Same height, same frame, same barely-there muscles.

His jaw dropped. *"Whoa... this is insane!"

For someone who'd always been overshadowed and overlooked, this moment felt surreal.

The clone smiled warmly. "I am here, master! Forever here to serve you!"

Lee Seung's thoughts spiraled. 'This... is me!'

But then, he noticed something unsettling—his clone was completely naked. A wave of awkwardness washed over him.

"Uh... hold on a sec." He quickly grabbed a spare T-shirt from his wardrobe and tossed it at the clone. "Here, put this on. You're... exposed."

The clone nodded obediently. "Yes, master."

It wasn't long before the clone had slipped into the shirt. Lee Seung sighed in relief, though his discomfort lingered. "Man, I never thought I'd feel like a pervert staring at myself..."

"Per-vert?" The clone tilted his head, utterly confused.

Lee Seung shook his head, laughing despite himself. "You're so naive." Clearing his throat, he got back on track. "Anyway, enough distractions. I made you for a reason, so let's get to work."


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