[TS] Became a Peach Saint – Chapter 50

Amidst all this, the host was moving on to the next schedule.

【Congratulations to the victorious Ga-eul and Cheol team! Next up is a throwing technique demonstration.】

At the host’s words, the waiting soldiers brought in a large wooden board and a wooden box. When the lid was opened, inside were daggers and axes.

The soldiers who had prepared the weapons picked them up, each taking their position to get ready for the throw.

“Sis, this is how you hold an axe.”

Standing next to Cheol, I was given a full explanation from how to hold it to how to throw it.

“Your gaze should be on the target, not the axe. Would you like to give it a try?”

“Is it okay for a regular person to try this?”

“The target board is placed far enough, so no need to worry about it bouncing back. Just don’t throw it backward.”

“Alright, I definitely won’t throw it backward. Cheol, you stay right behind me.”

At my words, Cheol, who was sweating bullets, stepped forward to show me first, holding an axe.

The soldiers prepared on the left started throwing one by one, and when it was Cheol’s turn, he raised his left hand to balance his body and threw the axe with all his might.

The axe Cheol threw spun through the air and lodged itself right in the center of the target.

[Wow, insane accuracy!]

[Lol, don’t mess with Yuchul, he’s not called the Black Death Warrior for nothing.]

“This is how you do it.”

“Wow, you’re really good at throwing.”

Cheol handed me a throwing axe. As I grabbed the axe and stood in position, Cheol adjusted my stance here and there.

“Ready to throw?”

Following Cheol’s instructions, I slightly spread my legs and balanced my body with my left hand. In that stance, I looked at the target and threw the axe with all my might. The sound of the axe tearing through the air was heard as it flew.

─Crash!! Bang!

Looking at where it landed, the throwing axe had shattered the corner of the target and was stuck in the dirt ground.

“····?”

“It’s harder to hit than I thought.”

Looking at Cheol, he was making a dumbfounded expression, tilting his head.

[The room master is hilarious lololol]

[Damn, looking like a peach dessert but with that strength? lol]

The host, looking at the shattered target, hurriedly wrapped up.

【Uh… the throwing technique demonstration ends here. Next, we will move to the auditorium.】

Moving to the auditorium with the soldiers, the soldiers inside were busily preparing food on the tables.

【Please enjoy the prepared food while watching the video.】

Due to the nature of the special operations unit, most of the training was classified, so they showed some training footage that was hard to capture on camera.

“Cheol, these tangerines are really delicious.”

“Have some of mine too, sis.”

After eating and watching the video, a martial arts demonstration by the special operations unit members followed.

─Yaaah!

The unit members flew around, shouting with spirit. When I saw videos online, I wondered what they were doing, but seeing it in person, the pressure and strength in each movement were no joke.

Especially from the spectator seats…

The fist thrusting towards the side was filled with the hardships accumulated over time.

“Wow, with that size, you sure can fly around.”

[Seeing it in real life is freaking scary.]

[Room Master, we’re scared.]

【That was the martial arts demonstration by the 901 Special Operations Unit members.】

As the martial arts demonstration ended and the host was about to move on, I quickly raised my hand and jumped onto the stage.

“Can I borrow the mic?”

“Ah, yes. Here you go.”

【Ah! Ah! Can you hear me, Black Death Warriors?!】

As my voice echoed, the momentarily quiet auditorium was filled with the cheers of the soldiers.

─Wow!!!!

【For our always hardworking Black Death Warriors, I’ll pick a song to sing.】

[Kya, we believed in our attention-seeking Room Master!]

I blurted it out without thinking, but once I was up there, I realized I hadn’t prepared a song. After much deliberation, I opened my mouth.

【High mountains, deep valleys, silent landscapes】

【We march through the snowy frontlines】

[Oh wow, today’s Room Master’s song choice is disastrous lol]

[Kya lol our Room Master sings military songs well too]

【The wounded old pine has forgotten its words】

Not long after I started singing the military song, the soldiers joined in with a chorus.

【Wow! Thank you for singing along. Fighting to our always hardworking soldiers!】

─Wow!!!! Han Ga-eul!! Han Ga-eul!! Han Ga-eul!!

[The fox unit has no broth, so we have the Black Death Warriors.]

[Well, gotta share a room with the Black Death Warriors? lol]

[That mischievous fox lol]

After the short stage, we continued with various training sessions, and as time passed, we moved to the final location.

As we moved down the mountain with the soldiers, there were several military backpacks that looked like they were about to burst.

【The military backpack in front is a full 40kg pack. The team that carries the backpack to the top of the mountain and brings back the flag wins.】

The soldiers gathered in front of the backpacks started applying camouflage cream and putting on the packs.

“Oh, Cheol looks cool. Are your legs okay?”

“No problem.”

“Don’t get hurt and do well.”

As I watched Gang-cheol move to his assigned team after saying goodbye, I saw a variety of people, from the squad leader to someone carrying a large communication device.

【Each team will face numerous obstacles along the way.】

Listening to the host, it wasn’t just a physical challenge; there were mines that would make noise if stepped on, soldiers hiding in the grass acting as enemies, and various traps. If caught, you had to stay in place for 3 minutes.

[This looks freaking fun lol I wanna try it too.]

[Room Master, aren’t you joining?]

“Guys, this isn’t a sports day. If it were something simple like before, maybe, but I’d just be a nuisance in something this professional.”

[That’s true lol]

[Yeah, if you step on a mine, you have to stop. I’d be scared to step on one.]

While chatting with the viewers, the host’s voice came through.

The alarm sounded, and I could see the soldiers from both teams lined up neatly.

【The screen installed through the camera hanging on the team member’s neck will be broadcasted, so please watch carefully, everyone below.】

I waved to Cheol’s team, who were all set and just waiting for the signal to start.

“Gang-cheol, do well. Fighting!”

Gang-cheol awkwardly smiled and waved back. One of the soldiers from Gang-cheol’s team then spoke up.

“Big sis. If we win, can you give us an autograph?”

“Why am I your big sis?”

With just that one sentence, all the soldiers started to look gloomy.

“And I’m not a celebrity, what kind of autograph are you talking about?”

It seemed like they had hoped for something, as the so-called “Black Death Warriors” all looked dejected.

“Ugh, why are you guys like this despite your huge builds. Fine, no autographs, but I’ll write your names nicely. Is that okay?”

[I’m jealous, I want the Room Master’s autograph too]

[LOL, the way to get the Room Master’s autograph = become a Black Death Warrior]

[Damn, is the difficulty of getting an autograph for real LOL]

At the mention of giving autographs, the Black Death Warriors’ eyes lit up. Seeing this, I playfully added.

“The winning team gets a handshake too!”

“Whoa!!”

“Why are you cheering, Sergeant Jang?”

“Shut up! I’m single from today.”

I don’t know why they’re so happy about my autograph when I’m not even a celebrity.

“But I won’t do it for anyone who gets hurt. Be careful out there.”

─Yes!!

The Black Death Warriors answered in unison, looking as if they had made a pact, and they looked adorable.

【Each team, please proceed.】

As the training started and time passed, one of Gang-cheol’s team members got their foot caught in a wire on the ground. Meanwhile, the other team quickly moved ahead.

Unable to overcome the gap, the opposing team was the first to bring down the flag.

[LOL, they look like they lost their country]

[Gang-cheol’s team is so funny LOL]

“Everyone makes mistakes, why so serious?”

The faces of the team members who came down late were filled with sorrow.

“Ugh, losing team, come here.”

At my voice, they finally raised their heads and started to approach one by one.

“Losing team gets a hug. Everyone, come here.”

At my words, the soldiers’ eyes widened, and as they approached one by one, I patted their backs and hugged them.

“You did well. No one got hurt, right?”

“Yes, yes…”

[Damn, where do these guys live?]

[Why ask when you know? Are you looking for someone to commit suicide with LOL]

[Ah, why is the Room Master so affectionate, damn I’m so jealous]

After hugging Gang-cheol last and patting his back, I looked towards the other side, where the winning team was looking at me with eyes full of betrayal.

“Why do you look so resentful?”

As I sighed and spread my arms, the winning team’s expressions finally changed, and they approached. I hugged each of them and patted their backs.

“If I hug them, they’re all my babies. Got it?”

“Yes, ma’am!”

Seeing a group of fierce-looking black-armored warriors respond in unison, I couldn’t help but laugh awkwardly.

“Even if it’s half a joke, I’m way younger than you, right?”

One of the intimidating soldiers answered my question.

“We’re soldiers. Age doesn’t matter. I have superiors younger than me.”

“Alright, alright. Call me your mom then.”

While chatting with the black-armored warriors, Sergeant Major Cheon Ha-jin approached.

“Grandfather is off-limits.”

At my words, Cheon Ha-jin made a baffled expression.

“I’m not doing it, you brat.”

Seeing his face, I laughed and spread my arms.

“Why are you so tall?”

As I got closer and opened my arms, Cheon Ha-jin slowly bent down.

“I won’t be your baby, but I’ll be your grandfather’s granddaughter.”

After a good laugh, Cheon Ha-jin patted my back and said softly,

“Autumn, don’t let strength consume you.”

When I gave him a puzzled look, he chuckled and ruffled my hair.

“Come visit your grandpa again.”

“…Okay.”

Grandfather finished speaking, removed a badge from his uniform, and attached it to my shoulder.

“The Three Stars represent national defense, prosperity, and unification.”

As I stared blankly at Grandfather attaching the badge to my uniform, Gang-cheol and the soldiers approached from behind.

“Ma’am, this is the black-armored warrior badge.”

When I stayed silent, Gang-cheol took a badge from his uniform and pinned it to my collar. Then, the soldiers started attaching their own badges to my clothes one by one.

Meanwhile, the battalion commander received something from a soldier and handed it to me. In my hand was a name tag that read “Han Ga-eul.”

“Does it suit me?”

Hearing my words, the soldiers all gave me a thumbs-up.

【That concludes the prepared schedule. Everyone, great work.】

While showing off my outfit, the host’s voice rang out, and as the event wrapped up, I exchanged smiles and goodbyes with the soldiers.