On Hiatus: God's Personal Reasons

Chapter 134: The Holy Nation of Gayami in Flames

Chapter 134: The Holy Nation of Gayami in Flames

“Proliferating Thumb of God!” I stamped my thumb on my forehead.

Ding!

[When using Proliferating Thumb of God on a living target of higher ranks, the proliferation number is greatly limited.]

[As both a Low-tier Benevolent God and Mid-tier Malevolent God, Yu Il-Shin is a unique entity.]

[The maximum proliferation number for Yu Il-Shin is 1. A perfect proliferation for a unique entity is impossible.]

[Succeeded in an imperfect proliferation of Yu Il-Shin.]

[The proliferated alter ego will last for 6,666 seconds.]

Kwaaaaa!

Turbulent dark clouds surged from my body.

-H-huh? W-what?

The sudden darkness shocked Birdhead. He let go of me in panic, as if singed by fire.

Flash!

My alter ego looked down at me—no, us. My proliferation had succeeded.

-What is it this time?

My alter ego arrogantly stood next to me, crossing his arms. Now that I’d become a Mid-tier Malevolent God, my divine powers had grown, increasing the duration by tenfolds.

-A fascinating trick, indeed. Do you think this will help you win against me, a High-tier God? There are just two of you now.

I was angry because he was right. Despite fighting him while equipping the Malevolent God title, I was still no match for him. Even if my alter ego was cold-blooded and had better combat sense, I wasn’t confident we’d win against Birdhead even if we joined forces.

But this time, I didn’t use all my powers to summon my alter ego. I kept an eye on him, just in case he knocked me out like last time, saying, “Hey, from now on...”

My alter ego raised his hand, interrupting me. “Say no more. I know everything that’s been going on.”

True, since he’s me.

I handed God-Maker to my alter ego. “Great. I’ll take care of Birdhead. Go to Antrinia and save the children.”

Indeed, this was the real reason why I summoned him. While I kept Birdhead occupied, my alter ego would descend into Antrinia and save my followers.

I was honestly scared to face Birdhead alone, but I still had a last trump card on me. I wasn’t sure if it’d work on a High-tier God, but I could only take the gamble.

“Hmm?”

My alter ego shook his head, glaring at me. Anxiety slowly crept up on me. Even though we had the same faces, that sharp gaze and expressionless look instilled fear in me.

“W-what’s wrong? Are you going to refuse?”

“The assignment is wrong, you fool.”

“What do you mean?”

My alter ego gave me the finger. “Convicting Middle Finger of God.”

Kwaaaa!

Hellish flames burst forth from his finger, before transferring to his index finger.

Sizzle!

At the same time, he pointed his index finger at the temple’s floor, which was made of clouds.

“Crushing Forefinger of God.”

Baaaam!

A hole large enough for a human exploded through the floor. Even though it didn’t budge a single bit when I fought the Birdhead before!

Whiiir!

The temple was clearly afloat in the sky, but instead of revealing the landscape below, the hole revealed only darkness, like a black hole.

H-how is that possible?

It never occurred to me! Just as I stared at my alter ego, he swept his hair backward while flashing me a cold smile.

“Go to Antrinia.”

His words, which held the tone of Jang Dong-Geun’s from the classic movie Friend, made my heart pound.

I know he’s me, but he sure is hot...

A tougher version of Yu Il-Shin, huh? Would I be more popular among the ladies if I’d acted this way?

“Tsk, get going already.”

Like Leonidas treating the Persian envoy in the movie 300 that boasted of a Spartan's masculinity, my alter ego kicked me into the hole.

“Aaaargh!”

***

“Haha! Feels great to be rid of that fool!”

I burst out laughing as I watched that fool fall into the black hole. I was annoyed at him this whole time! He was so weak, yet he wanted to stay here?

-Is your little skit over? It was quite amusing.

Fire Shining in the Highest Skies, who silently watched the scene unfold, asked, his voice thick with laughter.

Smirk—

I also smiled in return.

Uh-huh, that’s my prey. I won’t hand it to anyone else.

“Thanks for waiting.”

-By the way, I have a question.

“What is it?”

His eyes were full of curiosity.

-Why aren’t you running away?

“Ha. Why should I?”

Do I look like that fool?

Crack crack—

I did some light warm-ups before starting our battle. “Even if I run away, you’d summon me back again, right? You’ve done it once, so doing it twice won’t be an issue.”

-Keke. You aren’t as stupid as I thought. You’re merely staying here to buy more time before my minions can slaughter all of your followers, right?

Kwaaaaa!

Then, brilliant hot flames erupted around the Sun God, threatening to pierce the sky.

-How foolish! As if an alter ego like you stands a chance against my flames!

Sun God yelled, his beak opening to the fullest.

Kieeeeek! Bam bam bam!

Flames rained down on me, threatening to devour everything. The Sun God probably intended to burn me into ashes, then summon Yu Il-Shin back to mock him.

-...!

The Sun God was in shock.

-You! You're just an alter ego, h-how did you stop my divine flames?!

Woooong!

A shield engraved with a yin-yang symbol spun at tremendous speed, deflecting the flames that the Sun God spewed at me.

“Skill Sharing, Shin-Yoo. Taiji Wisdom Sword First Stance, Innocuous Taiji.” It was the first stance of my follower Shin Yoo's awakened ability.

If the Demon Lord’s Heavenly Sword was the most powerful blade forged by humans, then the Taiji Wisdom Sword was its equivalent as a shield.

It was incomplete, but a mighty god like myself could bring out his technique’s full potential.

Clang!

The shield that blocked the Sun God’s fire shattered, the fragments falling like glittering snowflakes. Of course, regardless of how strong it was, it was still a human’s martial arts. Being able to parry a round of those fireworks was amazing enough. Well, I was still the one who performed it, though.

That’s what you get for underestimating me!

The giant, whom Yu Il-Shin called Birdhead, was shocked.

“You’re mistaken. I’m not an alter ego, but the almighty Malevolent God Yu Il-Shin. As for why I stayed behind,” I licked my lips, “It’s to kill you myself.”

The Sun God's face contorted, speechless.

-...How preposterous! No matter how many of you mid-tier gods there are, I won’t be defeated! Especially by an alter ego like you! How dare you humiliate a god! Dying a thousand times over wouldn’t be enough punishment! I will kill you and your original body, then burn your world in exchange for the blasphemous sin you’ve committed!

Birdhead roared out loud, as if 100 million roosters were calling out in unison. He seemed pissed, but I was more pissed than him.

“Bastard, I said I’m not an alter ego, you bird brain! I’m going to deep fry you!”

***

“Aaaargh!”

I fell endlessly into the black hole that my alter ego kicked me into. At this rate, I’d turn into a bloody mess!

“Save meee!”

Flash!

Just then, a dazzling light flashed before my eyes, and a soft, cushy ground caught my butt, stopping my fall.

“Wow! I-I survived!” I cheered loudly, raising both arms in the air.

I wasn't sure what happened, but I did land safely...

Ugh, but what's this foul stench?

Also, what was this hot and haggard breathing touching my cheeks? I reflexively turned around to see an eyeball staring back at me.

“W-who are you?”

“I should be asking you that! W-who are you!”

I grasped the situation in an instant. This familiar place...I was back in the toilet cubicle where I originally was! Moreover, my butt hadn’t landed on the floor, but on a boar-looking gangster’s thighs! The scary hyungnim, with fierce tiger tattoos on both arms, was doing number two!

Ugh, it smells like hell... He must be having a serious digestive issue...

I covered my nose, lowering my head.

“Aigoo, I'm sorry. Please excuse me and continue with your business. Hope you have a great dump~”

“Y-you pervert! Stop there!”

I escaped from the clutches of the pooping gangster who tried to catch me.

Thankfully, my editor-in-charge seemed to have left, as I didn't see him around in the cafe.

I quickly launched God-Maker and clicked on the Antrinia channel. There, a horrible sight of fire engulfing the entire Gayami Nation awaited me.

-Hahaha! Piece of cake!

-Krr! Lowly insects! Die!

I spotted the crocodile monsters behind this horrendous scene, equipped with armors of legendary heroes.

-Kyakyakya!

Clatter clatter!

The Yaksha Soldiers and Skull Chickens led by Archangel Lilith charged at them, attempting to stop the crocodiles at all costs. Angels covered the skies, while chickens charged on the ground, creating a majestic sight.

-Krr! Pathetic!

Unfortunately, they were no match for the crocodiles.

-Kyaaaak!

Crunch crunch!

Compared to the gigantic crocodiles, the Yaksha Soldiers and Skull Chickens were barely an inch tall. They fell victim and died under the crocodiles’ weapons.

The hair all over my body stood on ends.

“These damned bastards! Stop!”

I won't forgive you! How dare you touch my children! Just you wait! I'll tear you apart limb from limb!

Like during the holy war, I personally made my descent into Antrinia.

Just then, a warning message came from God-Maker.

[Warning!]

[?!?#!?!@??203!]

[An error in assimilation rate has occurred! Descent is impossible!]

[Antrinia’s battlefield cannot be evolved until you've rejoined with your alter ego Malevolent God Yu Il-Shin!]

[God Yu Il-Shin, please use another method to protect your followers and your world!]

“W-what?”

I turned pale watching Gayami Nation get devoured by the huge flames.