The General

Four

Over the next few days, Jin did as promised and left Tae alone. He went about his usual routine of school and searching for a job and going home when he was sure everyone was asleep.

One day after school he went searching down the usual food district and found a little chicken shack that had a 'Help Wanted' sign hanging on the window.

So he looked at his reflection and made sure he looked decent enough before entering.

When he walked in he found the place completely empty except for a very handsome young man sitting at one of the tables. He was quietly eating pistachios while reading a magazine.

Jin moved in closer to him and coughed a bit to get his attention. When he did, the young man turned to look at him and everything seemed to move in slow motion.

His hair appeared to move as if a breeze was blowing. Like shampoo commercials and he had a golden aura around him.

He was too busy being mesmerized by him that he didn't hear when the young man was speaking to him.

He had to snap his fingers in front of him to get his attention. Jin suddenly remembered what he was doing and quickly asked him, "Can you please tell me where the manager is? I would like to apply for the job."

The young man pops another pistachio in his mouth before responding.

"What experience do you have? And how old are you? You don't look old enough to work."

Jin smiles and says, "I am 18 years old. And I don't have any experience, but I am quick to learn. And very eager to work. I do all the cooking and cleaning at my aunts house. And I will work doing anything you may need. Washing dishes, mopping the floors. Cutting the chicken and frying it up. Just give me a chance and you won't regret it."

The young man walks around Jin, looking him over.

He then stands in front of him and asks, "What about school? How will you be able to keep up with your school work if you are working?"

"Oh! I am very efficient when it comes to getting the job done. You won't have to worry."

Jimin narrows his eyes at continues looking at him. Until he finally says, "Ok, fine. My name is Park Jimin, the owner. You can start by sweeping and then wiping down the tables. I will be in my office."

He then begins to walk away and Jin looks surprised then excitedly yells, "Thank you! You won't regret it!"

Jimin just waves his hand without turning back.

Jin takes off his jacket and backpack and places them behind the counter. Then grabs the broom and gets to work. But he doesn't see much dirt or mess. When he tries to wipe the tables, he finds them already cleaned.

He then takes a look around and says to himself, "There are no customers coming in to dirty the place up. What am I supposed to clean?".

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Jin has kept to his new routine of school, work and home. But he hasn't stopped wishing to see the goblin king.

Back at Tae's, he has been going insane lately. Ever since Jin stopped summoning him, he has been depressed and laying about in the house.

He is currently laying on the sofa while a small thundercloud is floating above him. It is full of unspilled rain and lightning. Signifying his sullen mood.

The reaper and Hobi are watching him from across the room. Discussing possible reasons for his depression.

The reaper knows why, but figures that if the goblin king hasn't shared that he's found the person who will end his life on earth. Then he shouldn't say anything either.