The negotiations between South Korea and Japan proceeded swiftly, as time was the greatest enemy with the SS-rank dungeon's rampage period drawing near.

Japan's Hunter Administration Bureau responded to Jung Si-Hyun's conditions with careful consideration:

* First, they assured her they would respect her request to keep the dungeon party small.

* Second, while they needed more time to address her demand for a duel with her detractors, they acknowledged it as a valid point.

* Third, they agreed to her specific request for high-quality MomoBin figures, promising to exceed expectations.

Jung Si-Hyun showed no dissatisfaction, especially since her second condition was primarily a psychological tactic rather than a serious demand.

Meanwhile, Japan faced the challenge of selecting hunters to join the raid. With SS-rank dungeons being unprecedentedly dangerous, the decision carried immense weight.

A Key Japanese Candidate: Sato Ichiro

Among the most prominent names, Sato Ichiro, an S-rank magic hunter, stood out. Having gained nationwide fame for his efforts during the recent S-rank dungeon rampage at the beach, he was hailed as Japan’s rising hero.

Publicly, he expressed confidence in Jung Si-Hyun’s leadership, claiming he feared nothing with her on the team.

An International Team

The finalized lineup now included:

* Two hunters from South Korea: Jung Si-Hyun and her teammate.

* One American hunter.

* A minimum of one Japanese hunter, with room for a second.

However, time was running out, and Japan's hesitation to confirm participants was apparent. Jung Si-Hyun added pressure by declaring that if Japan delayed further, she and her team would tackle the dungeon alone, as their schedules could not be indefinitely extended.

This ultimatum lit a fire under Japan’s administration, as including Japanese hunters was essential to maintain national pride.@@novelbin@@

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