Return of the Sword God-Rank Civil Servant novel Chapter 363

Specifically, the Hinakawa River in southwestern Shimane.

Shimane, located north of Hiroshima, was a region known for delicious fruit and many tourist attractions.

As he neared the Hinakawa River, Su-ho could see the square of the sealed gate, as well as the Self-Defense Force managing it.

'As expected, it’s the JSDF running it.'

In Korea, squares were managed by the military too.

So why would Japan be any different?

Landing at a suitable spot, Su-ho transformed into Hiro’s appearance.

Then he mounted a mana bike and headed for the gate entrance.

“Stop right there.”

The Self-Defense soldier on guard blocked him.

Su-ho handed over the access pass issued by Paranormal Ability.

“Paranormal Ability issue? P-please wait a moment.”

The soldier hurried off somewhere, and before long, returned and respectfully opened the way.

“My apologies for not recognizing you. Please, enter.”

“Yes, thank you.”

It seemed orders had already been delivered to the gate office.

As expected of the Vice Minister.

His authority was on another level.

Before long, as Su-ho approached the gate, the director of the management office rushed out.

“Chairman Yasuda, you’ve arrived.”

“Hello, Director. I assume you’ve received the official notice from Paranormal Ability?”

“Yes, in fact we have, and we’ve been on standby.”

“On standby? You knew I’d be coming here?”

“N-no, I only meant... we’ve been tense, waiting.”

“Ah, I see.”

For a second, Su-ho had misunderstood.

He nodded.

“Please open the square. I’ll enter right away.”

“Yes, of course! But, um...”

“Yes?”

“Did you come alone?”

“Yes, why?”

“Then... are you entering the gate alone as well...?”

The director blinked at him.

Su-ho, a little bemused by the reaction, nodded.

“Yes, that’s right.”

“I-is that safe?”

“Isn’t the entry limit here one person anyway?”

“Well, yes, but... it just feels...”

“I’ll be fine. So please, open the square.”

“But...”

“Director?”

“S-sorry! I’ll open it right away.”

'Good grief, making me repeat myself again and again.'

If this happened at every site, it would get irritating.

But fine, he’d endure.

There was no helping it.

Soon the square opened, and Su-ho found himself once more at the portal within.

The moment he stepped inside—

[ You are entering the Gate. ]

[ Retrieving Gate information. ]

All of them tied to Japanese myth, all designated as hard, sealed gates.

And these were exactly the ones Su-ho had come to Japan for.

The so-called “Legend Series” gates offered more than any others.

Su-ho narrowed his eyes at the nameplate.

As expected of a Legend Series boss.

The entry requirement was level 199, but the ruler here was level 224.

For anyone but a top expert, a solo raid was unthinkable.

Then the main head among the eight opened its serpent eyes and spoke.

Fitting for a god of evil, it didn’t just screech but began a calm dialogue.

Su-ho chuckled.

“Strictly speaking, not hired. I volunteered. I told them I’d get rid of you.”

Yamata no Orochi laughed thunderously.

Then its expression turned cold as ice.

“We’ll see. If tomorrow ever comes for you.”

“I told you. Tomorrow won’t come for you.”

With those words, Su-ho swung his blade at blinding speed.

[ Cloud Severance is activated. ]

[ Enhancement is applied. ]

[ Cloud Severance’s power is amplified. ]

Sshhhrrrk!!

The blade swept in a massive arc.

And Su-ho’s strike carved an unprecedented trail through the air, slicing all eight of Yamata no Orochi’s heads at once.