Vol.2 Ch.110: 30F - Epilogue (3)

30F - Epilogue (3): The chapter starts back at the welcoming scene of Rachel. She pursues by asking how Cassano's mission went. He answers it went well, although he couldn't bring his comrade with him. As he explains it, Traveller thinks to himself how suspicious and dangerous Rachel seems. Michael then steps out of the hooded group, asking Cassano to show them in order to confirm the success of his mission. The living ignition weapon then proceeds by showing the red high compression container, to the relief of the hooded crowd, and prompting Rachel to declare: "Let's save the Tower!".

3 days later at the Wolhaiksong's resort, the teams of Regulars and Rankers are having a nice barbecue party and chat. Watching over this cheerful scene, Koon expresses some disappointment that it had to end soon. Baam agrees, but says it's okay since they're going to meet again later in the D-ranks, of which Rak agrees hoping they'll all be stronger. The Gator then says they should get rid of the "useless blue turtle" and starts arguing with Koon, both looking touched by the ambient happiness and behaving as if their team never separated. Enjoying the view, Baam suddenly asks when would they meet Urek. Koon answers that he's not coming, that his informant said he should be coming soon, but as the person giving the information wasn't really reliable, they shouldn't count on it. Baam then asks if Urek is such an amazing person, to which an amazed Koon says he is such a monster that even his own father recognizes his strength. He then says that even though they finally received the Wingtree token from Leesoo, it's a good thing they didn't meet him and asks why would Baam want to meet him again. The Irregular answers: "I just want to hear stories about places outside of the Tower".

Goseng then comes out and calls Viole and Koon as she had something to show them. Horyang is still in coma from his previous fight, and as Sophia explains, it is because Cassano somehow succeeded in stealing his "demon". As a living Ignition Weapon with now one "perfect demon", Beta says Cassano is probably stronger than him and also wonders how he got hold of a technology more sophisticated than the one they used at the Workshop. A discussion with Wangnan sets their minds: they have to find Cassano in order to save Horyang. They think of using Emile as their first choice, but Beta says she is now silent, to which Sophia adds that she no more is under the illusion of being human and could therefore ignite, which would probably bring dire consequences. As the protagonists regroup and discuss the complexity of the situation, Baam asks Koon if they should ask "the one that came out of the White Heavenly Mirror", to which Koon, pissed, comments that they have no other choice.

Hwa Ryun greets her "visitors", with a remark about all of them being men. As she knew already what was their intention, she wonders why she should help them as she was imprisoned when she helped them. Koon proposes her a deal, if she tells them where Cassano is, she can come with them. She then does her job and reveals that the place where they can meet Cassano is the "Hell Train" on the 35th Floor. As the 35th Floor is still a little far away, it worries Wangnan, but Koon adds that it would only take a year and a half to get there if they pass all the tests without failing. He then hopes that Horyang would hold on until then. As they are leaving, Hwa Ryun calls Viole and comments that he looks happy just as Jinsung wanted, and she shares a message from the latter, imposing to Viole to grow stronger to protect his happiness, to overcome his enemies that are powerful and coming, and to avenge his misery when he was not happy.

As Team Leesoo is taking a suspendship to their next destination, all the Rankers and Regulars are chatting in a bittersweet mood, Koon and Hatsu fight again just like they did when they first met. They then say their goodbyes. The chapter ends with Hwa Ryun's thoughts as a teaser for next season:


 * "I think that everything got wrapped up pretty well. But soon, a new story will begin. Even a Guide cannot stop her. Just like you, one of the most extraordinary people in this Tower. One who can change the Tower itself. If you manage to meet her again. Baam, you... What will you decide then?"

Official afterwords
(This post was published at the end of the chapter itself and is not SIU's Blog)

Hello, this is SIU.

I'm sorry to say this again despite the recent breaks I've already taken.

I have decided that there wil be a hiatus before the next season for health reasons.

Once I've recovered completely, it will return with a new story and a new Floor.

Although we're plannig for 6 weeks right now, I will try to get better and return earlier if I can.

Thank you for being loyal to the series.

I concider myself a truly lucky artist for having this kind of amazing audience.

I will see you again when the next season begins.

Thank you. I love you guys.

P.S.: Even during the hiatus, you can still check out the backstory of many of the characters.