The Most Evil Black Mage Wants to Live an Ordinary Life

Seong-chan is a veteran "second-generation" black mage who navigated the brutal Great Cataclysm, leaving him emotionally hardened and pragmatic. Unlike the notorious first generation, he applies his immense power to the mundane but essential task of cleaning monster-infested sites. He works alongside Go Yu-jin, a skilled Awakener whose internal struggle with violent impulses led her away from the front lines. Their relationship balances professional efficiency with a growing, complicated intimacy. Together, they navigate a society that views black magic with prejudice, operating as detached specialists who prioritize practical results and survival over the heroics or madness typically associated with their kind.