After Noel left Zokzoka's room, she, Gino, and Naraku went down to the kitchen, each sitting in their place. Noel then said seriously:
Noel: "Don't disturb your younger brother now. Each of you go to your room and do your homework. And if you don't have any, help me prepare dinner."
Gino (firmly): "Mom, I've always wanted to ask you—why exactly doesn't my brother Zokzoka have Ringka magic energy?"
Noel: "I thought you both knew the reason."
Naraku: "We do, Mom... but isn't that unfair under your family's law?"
Noel (with a neutral smile): "I know, son. But this is how the Serrano family preserves its power—passing it down from generation to generation."
Gino (angrily): "What does my brother have to do with your stupid family and their laws?"
Noel: "Because of me. I'm from the Serrano family. That's why you, your brother, and Naraku also had a high chance of not having Ringka magic. But I'm glad you two do. As for your brother Zokzoka… he wasn't so lucky, and that's why he has no power."
Naraku (calmly): "Isn't there something we can do to give our brother Ringka magic?"
Noel: "If there were a way, I would've done it. But there isn't."
Gino: "So… my brother might not enter the academy and end up in a regular school?"
Noel (sadly): "Unfortunately… I think so."
A moment of silence filled the room as they all thought. Then Naraku spoke:
Naraku: "The future is still far away, so I'll search for a way. For now, I'll help you cook my brother's favorite meal."
Noel (happily): "Let's prepare dinner, then."
Elsewhere, far from the house, Dekar and Kisamu were talking.
Kisamu: "Dekar, don't go alone to face that thing. I know your strength, but a demonic beast is not to be taken lightly."
Dekar: "Don't worry. I'll tell you before I go. But be ready."
Kisamu (laughing): "Let me know, clown! I'm always ready."
Dekar: "Alright, goodbye. I'm late for dinner. Noel might get mad."
Kisamu (laughing): "One of the world's strongest men afraid of a woman from the Serrano family?"
Dekar: "You'll never understand love until you live it. Go get married—you'll see."
Dekar got in his car and drove off. Moments later, a massive explosion struck the city, killing many people.
While Dekar was driving, he saw people fleeing in panic, and police officers and monster-hunters chasing loose beasts.
He stopped the car and rushed toward the explosion. He asked a police officer:
Dekar: "What's going on?! Tell me!"
Officer: "Who are you?! Go home—leave this area now!"
But Dekar sensed an overwhelming energy and responded:
Dekar: "I'm Dekar Idari, a Guild Master." (He shows his ID badge.)
Officer (apologetically): "I'm sorry, sir! A demonic beast attacked us. Many injuries. The Monster Hunting Guild is already inside."
Dekar: "What's the rank of the team that entered?"
Officer: "Their leader is Rank C. The others range from F to D."
Dekar: "And the beast? What's its rank? Alpha or lower?"
Officer: "Unclear, but it's stronger than Rank A. We called for reinforcements, but they're delayed."
Dekar: "Tell everyone to retreat and focus on rescuing civilians. I'll handle the beast."
The officer gave the order. Dekar entered the battlefield and found the team exhausted.
Dekar: "Retreat immediately!"
Team Leader (Rank C): "Who are you, sir?"
Dekar (smiling): "I'm the Human Devil... ever heard of me?"
Leader: "Forgive me, sir!" turns to team "Retreat now—everyone!"
The beast roared, and Dekar thought:
Dekar (thinking): "This power... it's Rank A? How can it be this strong?"
The beast rushed him and struck Dekar into a building. It followed with a massive blast, destroying the site. Everyone was shocked.
Fighter: "That power?! Even the Human Devil couldn't handle it?!"
Dekar rose, but the beast clawed his back, leaving a deep wound, then engulfed him in flames.
Spectators were horrified:
Onlooker: "Impossible! A top-ranked hunter defeated?! We need reinforcements—now!"
On the ground, Dekar envisioned his wife shouting at him:
Noel (in his mind): "You're late for dinner! Starve—no food for you!"
The beast roared again, startling Dekar. He then asked:
Dekar: "What time is it?"
Someone: "9:05 PM."
Dekar (smiling): "You made me angry… bad luck for you."
Suddenly, a massive surge of magic burst from Dekar. The ground shook.
Soldier: "What is this power?!"
Dekar vanished and reappeared, sending the beast flying with one punch.
The beast mutated—growing wings and massive size. It stepped on Dekar and gathered energy to unleash a devastating attack.
Dekar (thinking): "If that hits, everyone behind me dies... they're still rescuing people!"
He channeled immense magical power and shouted:
Dekar: "Technique: Thousand Dragon Style!"
Dragon heads emerged from portals, launching a devastating ultimate attack. Dekar activated a shield to protect civilians.
A massive explosion rocked the entire area.
Smoke filled the air. Suddenly, a towering shadow appeared.
Rank C Leader: "Don't panic... it's him. The Human Devil himself!"
The guild forces saluted. One noticed Dekar's bleeding back.
Soldier: "Sir! You're injured—let the medics treat you!"
Dekar (calmly): "No need... I'm late for dinner with my wife and kids. Goodbye."
He got in his car and left.
Back at home, Noel had finished cooking with the kids, awaiting Dekar's return.
Noel: "Thank you, my children, for helping with dinner."
Gino & Naraku: "No need to thank us. You work hard every day."
She looked at the clock. It was 9:30 PM, and Dekar still hadn't arrived.
Noel (thinking): "He's never this late... Did something happen?"
Footsteps on the stairs interrupted her—Zokzoka entered.
Zokzoka: "Mom, where's Dad? Did he come home?"
Noel: "Wash up and come eat dinner. He'll be back soon."
Naraku: "We made your favorite meal!"
Zokzoka (happily): "What is it?!"
Naraku: "Surprise!"
He rushed off, forgetting the morning's events.
Gino: "Mom... hasn't Dad been gone too long?"
Noel: "I don't know... I hope nothing happened to him."
They gathered at the table. Noel tried calling him, but his phone was shattered in the battle and didn't answer.
Zokzoka: "It's 10 PM. Dad's never this late... did a night beast eat him?"
Gino (laughing nervously): "Don't you know his nickname?"
Zokzoka: "No. What is it?"
Gino: "King of Fierce Battles!"
Noel: "Stop making up titles, Gino. Zokzoka, eat. Your father is strong."
Naraku gave him his favorite: fried chicken with tomato sauce.
Zokzoka: "Thank you for making this for me!"
Two minutes later, they heard the door open. They all rushed to see Dekar standing at the door, his wife and children shocked by his appearance.
His clothes were torn and dusty.
Noel (worried): "What happened?! Were you hurt?"
Dekar (trying to act normal): "I fought a strong beast… but I beat it."
But his behavior was strange, hiding something. Noel, Naraku, and Gino noticed his shaky demeanor and that he was covering his side.
Noel (gently): "Hug me. I missed you, my love."
Dekar hesitated, then embraced her, but she accidentally touched his wound, making him flinch and pull away.
Naraku (concerned): "Dad... you're injured!"
Noel turned him firmly, her eyes filled with seriousness.
Noel (sternly): "Take off your shirt. Let me treat you—now."
Dekar couldn't refuse. He removed part of his clothes, revealing the deep wound.
Noel used her healing magic, her hand glowing a soft blue, gently tending the injury.
Afterward, they all had dinner together. Then everyone went to bed.
Noel stayed with Zokzoka until he fell asleep, then quietly entered her room. She found Dekar struggling to dress, clearly in pain.
She approached and helped him silently, her eyes full of sadness.
Dekar (softly): "Don't worry… Next time, I'll be more careful."
To be continued...