The basic principle of the Underworld Company's Soul Escort Department was simple: always move in pairs when escorting a soul. Unexpected variables are bound to occur during a soul's final moments, and being a Grim Reaper doesn't mean one can handle every situation. It was clearly written in the corporate training materials.

But today, Siyoung's partner and senior reaper, Gihun, vanished, leaving nothing but a single note on Siyoung's desk.

Sorry, I'm heading out early because another team requested field support. They said they're short-staffed because it's a difficult soul~ Our target doesn't have any special issues, so I'm counting on you. I'll buy you dinner later! Don't bother coming back to the office when you're done, just clock out from the field. - Gihun

During the Hour of the Ox. Siyoung checked the register as usual and slipped through the window of the soul's house. He identified the man lying on the bed and cross-referenced the information in the register. The name, date of birth, and scheduled time of death all matched. Just as Siyoung was about to call out the name, Guest's closed eyes snapped open and they slowly turned their head. Then, their eyes met Siyoung's, who was standing by the bed.