episode_0016

I’ve never felt lonely because my parents weren’t around.

Cheolsoo is what you might call a genius from humble beginnings.

Adults around him feel sorry when they see him.

While they praise him for having such talent,

they think it’s inappropriate to call him an orphan.

On the other hand, there are people who envy Cheolsoo.

“If only we had that kind of talent, we wouldn’t be satisfied without such swordsmanship.”

“Isn’t that enough?”

It’s true.

At least Cheolsoo thought so.

After all, his life was relatively happy.

He has a beloved childhood friend.

He has the strength to protect her.

That alone is sufficient for him.

That’s what he thought.

“Kim Yujin….”

Until that man appears.

Cheolsoo has never doubted his own strength.

Again, he is a genius.

In terms of swordsmanship, he guarantees he won’t be outdone by any ordinary hero.

Kim Yujin easily brought down such a self-assured Cheolsoo.

It’s incomprehensible.

Why does such scum have that kind of power?

Haven’t they said great power comes with great responsibility?

What responsibility does that wretch bear?

“To you, Yeonghee is just one of many passing women.”

Yeonghee is undeniably pretty, kind, and charming.

It’s hard to find someone as beautiful as Yeonghee.

If she’s already this stunning, she’ll shine even brighter as she grows older.

But aren’t there numerous women around Yujin?

And not just anyone, but the successor of the Black Heaven.

If he were to choose someone to date right now, there would be a line forming.

“But are you trying to steal away the one and only Yeonghee from me?”

Even if he were given thousands of beauties, none could compare to Yeonghee.

Does he truly love and desire Yeonghee to that extent?

Absolutely not.

He’s simply intrigued and wants to play around for a bit.

Just the thought of such base emotions touching Yeonghee ignites an unbearable rage.

“Merely being angry is pointless. It’s about how you handle this.”

Yes, pondering alone serves no purpose.

What matters is regaining Yeonghee.

At the very least, a powerful force that won’t be overshadowed by Kim Yujin through sheer force.

“How should I acquire such power?”

Cheolsoo, engrossed in training, pondered over various dilemmas.

After finishing his training and on his way back, he stopped in his tracks.

“What… is that?”

Yujin’s figure caught Cheolsoo’s eye.

Entering a hotel in broad daylight left him dumbfounded.

If that were all, he would have cursed once and turned away.

The issue is that he’s carrying Yeonghee.

Moreover, Yeonghee is unconscious and asleep.

“That bastard!”

Filled with rage, Cheolsoo lost his composure and dashed straight towards the hotel.

****

Yujin was genuinely bewildered.

If you’re going to develop the plot, shouldn’t you at least drop some hints?

Did I miss something in the middle?

Damn, this is so sudden. Did they write the plot with their feet?

“I heard he suddenly barged into the hotel. It caused quite a commotion,” Park Secretary said.

“Sorry! We always maintain top-level security. But the intruder’s skills were extraordinary. Over 10 employees collapsed,” the CEO quickly responded.

Of course, these employees were skilled individuals who could hold their own against most mafias.

If properly armed and trained, they could even serve as active mercenaries.

To single-handedly bring down such individuals showcases Cheolsoo’s prowess.

However, failing to provide proper service to a VVIP like this is also a fact.

The CEO kept a close eye, afraid of unsettling Yujin.

Well, that aside. Yujin still found the situation hard to grasp.

“Ah, I really don’t understand why Cheolsoo came all the way here. What should I do in this situation?”

If you think calmly, Cheolsoo was a criminal.

Regardless of the circumstances, he barged into a struggling business with force.

Normally, there would be nothing to say even if taken away by the police.

The reason Park Secretary informed me must be that Cheolsoo is his friend.

Of course, Park Secretary mistakenly thought this was part of Eugene’s plan and admired it, but Eugene didn’t disclose that.

“Even so, putting a friend in jail like this.”

If it were his past self, there would have been no other choice.

But now, he is a second-generation chaebol.

He can afford to rent a hotel like this just to take a short break.

With determination, he can easily cover up this situation.

“Our family has a lot of money. Money can solve anything!”

Not sparing money for a friend.

That was Eugene’s flex.

Although unintentionally, his actions were leading the other party further towards ruin.

Nevertheless, the intention behind those actions was good.

“How many people are injured?”

The manager raised his head in surprise at that question.

Was he trying to point out their lack of ability?

“If you suggest cutting them off, it might be a bit severe.”

They were valuable talents.

While money may be easy to come by, finding good people is more challenging.

But the opponent is formidable.

Excuses won’t work on him.

“There are about 10 seriously injured and 5 with minor injuries.”

Eugene turned to Park Secretary.

“Instruct them to provide medical and fair settlement fees to those individuals. Let this matter not be mentioned again.”

“Understood.”

The manager’s eyes widened.

Wait, medical and settlement fees?

Even if Eugene himself was the cause, once money exchanged hands, protecting him was strictly the hotel’s duty.

But now they were taking responsibility instead.

Is that what the opponent wanted?

“I’ve heard that the successor is somewhat different, but never expected someone with such generosity to emerge from the organization.”

The manager silently revised his evaluation of Eugene.

Though rumors suggested uncertainty about his position as the successor, possessing such qualities meant he wasn’t entirely corrupt.

“I apologize for causing this incident! I will take measures to prevent such incidents in the future, and ensure this matter is never brought up again! I pledge once again to Kim Eugene.”

Pledging to Eugene in front of him rather than the formidable opponent was a sign of loyalty.

Eugene nodded slightly in acknowledgment.

“Thank you. And since I want to talk to this person, please have everyone else leave.”

“What? B-but…?”

“There’s no need to doubt the words of the young master.”

Park Secretary cut off the flustered manager.

“He’s someone who thinks several steps ahead of us. Just do as he says.”

“Well, even though he’s lacking, how many of our guards did he take down? If we dare to hurt the young master, I won’t be able to show my face.”

“Hurt our young master? Even if all your guards rush in, that won’t happen. Don’t worry.”

She replied with a wry smile, leaving him speechless.

Is the successor of the formidable enemy really that strong?

To the extent that even the dedicated secretary acknowledges it?

“Haha, regardless of the details, I really need to handle this carefully.”

When the manager gestured, the guards released Cheolsoo.

Whether due to injuries weakening him or realizing attacking now would be futile, Cheolsoo didn’t immediately retaliate.

“We’ll take our leave now.”

As everyone exited, only Eugene and Cheolsoo remained in the hotel room.

Eugene walked slowly and sat down on a chair.

“Shall we sit down?”

Cheolsoo glared at Eugene with fiery eyes before approaching.

What’s with those scary eyes?

Yujin felt slightly unjust.

“What did I do so wrong!”

At most, maybe breaking an arm,

Visiting the sick without even properly apologizing,

Saying he’d help during class but only shooting bullets.

Thinking about it, there were quite a few things.

Hmm, even I would get annoyed.

But since I covered for you just now, how about we call it a draw?

“For now, drink this.”

Yujin extended the unidentified liquid he was about to drink.

Seeing him panting since earlier, he seemed quite exhausted.

Chulsoo gulped it down in one go and slammed it back down.

“Where’s Yeonghee?”

Yeonghee? Why is he suddenly looking for Yeonghee?

‘How come you’re not asking about the one who was with me?’

As I pondered quietly, the slime in my head interjected.

-Don’t you know that male likes the female?

‘Hmm? Do you know something?’

-Just by looking, it’s clear he likes her.

‘…Chulsoo likes Yeonghee?’

Well, it’s not entirely implausible.

Chulsoo is quite handsome, but Yeonghee is also beautiful.

Above all, their names are Chulsoo and Yeonghee.

There might be some kind of fateful attraction between them.

‘Come to think of it, during the ogre incident, Chulsoo said something like “Even if I’m left behind, take Yeonghee.”‘

If that’s the case, the current situation makes sense.

To Chulsoo, it might not be a situation where the girl he likes came to the hotel.

After that, needless to say, various incidents that couldn’t be elaborated on in a general audience setting would occur.

‘Hmm, if he’s a teenage boy, his eyes could easily wander.’

I never thought there might be such circumstances.

Still, I’m not that much of a trash person.

Well, trusting or anything after taking a girl with you would be pointless.

Even with a friend of 10 years, I wouldn’t trust them once they enter a hotel entrance.

Yujin pointed with her finger to the bedroom where Yeonghee was sleeping.

“If it’s Yeonghee, she’s sleeping in that room over there.”

Before the sentence ended, Chulsoo ran off frighteningly.

Ah, very passionate indeed.

‘Yeonghee probably doesn’t know about that feeling…right?’

If she did, she wouldn’t have suggested meeting the two of us.

It seems like unrequited love, as they commonly say.

Well, there’s nothing more childish than meddling in a friend’s relationship.

Yujin sighed and changed her clothes.

No matter what, you can’t keep wearing a bathrobe forever.

It was at that moment, while trying to drink the liquid contained in the bottle.

“Haah! Ugh! Haa!”

“Ch-Chulsoo? W-Wait! Agh!”

Suddenly, strange noises were heard.

Yujin walked over and doubted her own eyes.

What the hell?

“Y-Yeonghee. Sorry! I can’t take it anymore!”

“D-Don’t do this! Snap out of it, Chulsoo! Agh….!”

No, that crazy bastard!

Even for a teenager with a strong interest in sex, there’s a line that shouldn’t be crossed!

Yujin strode forward and smacked Chulsoo on the back of his head.