Ch.3232. Sabotaging My Sister’s Work Life

Kwon Su-dong couldn’t understand what was happening, even after rubbing his eyes.

It had started well.

A few months ago, when he heard about a new mage joining the guild, he saw a pretty young woman enter their not-so-large guild and decided against transferring elsewhere.

Was this finally the reward for his years of hardship?

As the guild’s ace, Kwon Su-dong began actively pursuing the mage named Kim Su-jung from that day on.

At first, it was just small acts of kindness.

He was 45 years old.

Unlike other men in their forties, he was someone who understood propriety.

Though he hadn’t married yet because he didn’t know how to win women’s favor, by his age, he could at least search online to learn what women dislike in men.

Women don’t like men who come on too strong.

A kind man.

A father-like man.

Kwon Su-dong openly showed kindness to Kim Su-jung and did whatever she needed.

Of course, it wasn’t easy.

Perhaps because she was young, she would get upset easily and keep her distance.

Still, he remained patient.

Dating a younger woman at his age isn’t an easy task.

He didn’t need to worry about whether things were going well.

“Hyung, it seems Su-jung might not be completely uninterested in you.”

“Why don’t you be a bit more aggressive?”

“Young women usually like big, strong men like you, hyung.”

His colleagues would encourage him and make playful jokes on his behalf to create the right atmosphere.

Each time, Kim Su-jung’s expression didn’t seem entirely displeased.

So Kwon Su-dong gradually built up his courage and approached her.

Or at least he thought he was approaching her.

But even after nearly six months, there hadn’t been much progress.

At some point, Kim Su-jung seemed to start avoiding him, and he could tell she wasn’t even responding to his words anymore.

He grew impatient.

Why is this happening?

“Hyung, isn’t it time to confess?”

“Maybe you’re being too hesitant.”

Instead of giving up, Kwon Su-dong became more aggressive.

The more he pushed, the more distant she became, but in such times, he recalled the timeless wisdom:

No tree is too strong to be felled after ten strikes.

He also reminded himself daily, whether from those around him or from TV, that an older man needs courage to date a young, pretty woman.

Then the opportunity came.

At the guild office—which was really just a small office—he saw Kim Su-jung asking the guild master to let her brother enter the dungeon for a while.

There was no need to eavesdrop.

It was lunchtime, and Kwon Su-dong was preparing to leave when he overheard the conversation.

He could hear it clearly.

“I don’t know his abilities, but they’re probably low. You want him in the dungeons we go to? You know that’s very dangerous, right, Su-jung?”

“Yes. I’ll be right beside him… Of course, he doesn’t need a share of the loot. Just let him enter a few times. I’m worried about my brother’s personality; he might act recklessly and get in danger. Please.”

“You know it’s an unreasonable request, right?”

“…I’m sorry.”

Even to Kwon Su-dong, it was clearly an unreasonable request.

It’s not about entering a dungeon alone, but asking to include someone who might not be of any help at all.

“How about you go with him to F-rank or E-rank dungeons? Or call me, and I’ll help. Let’s proceed that way instead.”

“Yes. Thank you for your consideration. That seems right. I was just worried…”

“I understand. But assuming it’s an F-rank, taking a newly awakened hunter into a C-rank dungeon would be even more dangerous. And we can’t go to lower dungeons just for your brother, right?”

Kwon Su-dong saw this as his opportunity.

So he quickly stepped in.

“Come on, Guild Master. Are we that calculating with each other?”

The guild master was younger than Kwon Su-dong.

They had a personal relationship and were on friendly terms, so he spoke comfortably.

“I’ll protect her firmly, so let’s grant Su-jung’s request. When has Su-jung ever asked for such a favor?”

“…Are you sure? It’ll be hard work for you, hyung.”

“Hard work? Is a C-rank dungeon even a challenge for me? I already protect Su-jung firmly during normal runs, so adding one more person won’t make it dangerous. Otherwise, I’d have to give up my A-rank tank title, hahaha!”

He thought he was being quite cool.

“Thank you… Team Leader.”

“Team Leader? I told you to call me oppa comfortably.”

It seemed like the first time he’d heard a word of thanks since Kim Su-jung joined.

It felt like something that had been blocked was finally opening up.

So his confidence grew even more.

If things continued like this…

He used her guilt appropriately and became more aggressive until they entered the dungeon.

On the day they entered the dungeon, he was actually grateful to see her brother.

Kim Su-jung, who had been completely ignoring him, was now at least responding to his words, albeit reluctantly.

“How about having a drink with oppa today? We agreed, remember?”

“…”

He also subtly pressured the seemingly naive brother to make Kim Su-jung feel burdened.

He was planning to assert dominance over someone who could potentially become family.

That was definitely his plan, but…

What was with those movements that didn’t match his parasitic brother-like appearance and skinny build?

Honestly, he couldn’t even see it.

The man disappeared in an instant with his sword, and when he reappeared, blood was dripping from the blade.

The heads of five monsters falling simultaneously looked like some CGI effect.

Kim Su-jung’s brother casually said as he approached, tapping his sword:

“Damn, I’m strong.”

No one could laugh at his words, which seemed to suggest he hadn’t known how strong he was.

“Did he… kill them all at once?”

“Five of them?”

“Is that even possible?”

The C- rank dungeon they were in was a tropical biome, home to many bipedal monkey-like species.

These monsters were tough to deal with due to their high physical stats rather than special skills.

That’s why A- rank tank Kwon Su-dong was important.

Without a sturdy tank at the front, damage dealers would be wiped out instantly.

That’s why his last prank was a bit dangerous.

Despite all his efforts, he wasn’t getting the response he wanted, so he played a little trick to show his importance.

He was also irritated because the brother was acting proud in front of his sister.

He never thought it would work out.

A newly awakened hunter hunting monsters in a C- rank dungeon?

That’s nearly impossible even for high-ranked hunters.

Even if their stats and skill ranks are high, if their level is low, they haven’t invested many points.

But he did it.

“No. How…”

“I killed 5 monsters, so I get your share too, right, mister?”

“…”

“How much does an A- rank tank get? Three shares? Sounds delicious.”

He couldn’t respond to that mocking remark.

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The dungeon hunt lost its excitement.

In the end, I’m just a 26-year-old unemployed kid. If I had held back more, it would have been a cleaner picture, but I fell for his provocation and showed my skills. In a way, I didn’t win either.

Strictly speaking, I’m just a victorious idiot.

I stooped to his level.

But it felt good.

The way Kim Su-jung looked at me was like looking at a savior.

So I regretted it.

“Why are you looking at me like that? It’s disgusting.”

“Thank you, oppa.”

“Ugh…”

“Oppa, what’s your real rank anyway?”

“Why do you need to know?”

“Oppa, does your party need a mage?”

I did want attention.

But not this burdensome attention from my little sister.

“I don’t need a C-rank.”

“Please. Can I quit my job? You saw it earlier. That old man hitting on me without knowing his place. I feel like I’ll either be assaulted or end up killing someone.”

“Quit if you want. It’s your choice.”

“So, let’s form a party together. Hmm? I’ll follow you and help until you grow stronger.”

“Who’s helping whom? Just cast your spells behind your tank oppa.”

“Ah, please. Please?”

This is why the excitement was lost.

She kept pestering me, so I just went ahead and cleared all the monsters in the dungeon.

The dungeon veterans were so shocked they couldn’t speak anymore.

I felt a bit sorry.

Did I shock them too much?

They supposedly had an A-rank tank and B-rank damage dealers.

“Are you really… F-rank?”

One of the hunters asked.

“Yes. I awakened last week… I wasn’t planning to enter dungeons since I don’t have combat abilities, but Su-jung didn’t know that and asked your guild for help. Thanks for the good experience.”

I don’t know what will happen next.

I won’t be involved with these people again anyway.

At least I knew that Kim Su-jung’s life in this guild was now ruined.

I wasn’t too worried.

Knowing Kim Su-jung’s personality, she didn’t seem to want to stay either.

“Thank you for your hard work.”

We left the dungeon in less than three hours.

After a brief greeting, before I could even get to the passenger seat, Kim Su-jung was already in the car.

She stepped on the accelerator, fleeing from the dazed hunters in the distance.