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Ahn Deok-hoon and Shin Je-ul are friends. Because we consider each other friends without anyone saying anything.

Don’t you think there’s a lot to be said for being a friend?

However, Deok-Hoon Ahn is now given a new option.

When he went towards the awakened person, Ahn Dae-ho and Kang Cheon-seong were waiting.

“Are you here?”

It wasn’t something I particularly wanted. There was just constant pressure.

[Ahn Deok-hoon. come. You keep chewing?]

In the past week, Ahn Dae-ho and Kang Cheon-seong suddenly started making threats against him under the name of Kyu-won.

[Is it helpful to you? Aren’t you coming? Even though you are trying to treat me so well? it’s crazy?]

In the end, Ahn Deok-hoon ended up moving under that pressure.

“Okay, let’s go. It’s beneficial for you too, but you’re holding on like hell.”

Dae-ho Ahn stands up, lightly shaking off his dyed hair.

Ahn Deok-Hoon was nervous and moved hesitantly.

The place we cautiously arrived at was the nearby Room Cafe.

Since it is not the main academy building in the first place, it is an appropriate place for people to gather.

When Deok-Hoon Ahn led the way to the room cafe, other people were seen there.

“Uh, what about you?”

Ahn Deok-hoon was a little surprised, but the same support departments were gathered together.

“Seongjun, Minjun, Hana and Sehee?”

There were five or six people from the same class as well as other support departments gathered together.

Jiang Tiansheng laughed at him in surprise.

“Then what do you think will happen with just you? Of course, you need several people.”

“I… .”

“Hey, are you trying to refuse? Are you coming now? You tried to get me into our gang?”

Kang Cheon-seong set the tone and pushed Ahn Deok-hoon. A huge figure measuring 190cm and scary-looking dark eyebrows.

As soon as that momentum and pressure was conveyed, Ahn Deok-hoon automatically flinched.

Dae-ho Ahn stops Kang Cheon-seong from doing so.

“Hey, you’re scared. This is a profitable story.”

“From now on, you will receive our help.”

They laughed and started talking about serious business(?).

“Actually, your support department is less well-known than our awakened counterparts. Well, I can’t help it.”

Dae-ho Ahn once again talks about the differences between the two departments.

“Because we’ve been through a lot of things, it’s good to be in harmony with each other. So we’re going to create a club. While receiving sponsors and working externally.”

Dae-ho Ahn stood right in the center of the room cafe and announced his ambitious plan.

“Of course, it can’t be done with awakened people alone. I’m going to make good equipment and use it all. So I need your help.”

“Use our sponsors’ money to buy homebrew equipment and make it for us. We awakened people utilize it and are active. It means that they have been thoroughly managed since high school. You or us.”

Kang Cheon-seong adds with a grin.

Yes. They are trying to step forward in earnest to maximize their reputation ahead of next year’s third-year practical training period.

To do so, they receive support from sponsors and raise their name in the media as much as possible.

But Deok-Hoon Ahn did not understand.

‘Why not just buy good equipment and wear it?’

Even if it is made by academy students, the performance is lower than that of professionally made products. Wouldn’t it be better to wear a custom-made product that guarantees performance and stability?

Ahn Deok-Hoon wanted to ask that question, but he couldn’t because he was afraid of those two.

“Can I ask you a question?”

Fortunately, the question was answered when a female student from the same department asked the question.

Kang Cheon-seong looked at the woman who asked the question and made an expression that it was useless, but Ahn Dae-ho immediately started explaining.

“Giving good equipment is not important. The main point is for the students to work together to defeat the monster.”

“Money will be provided by sponsors, and you must at least make it to a level that will not break it. We’ll take care of everything anyway.”

Although Kang Cheon-seong still spoke unluckily, his intentions were clear.

What they want is solid performance before graduation and fame through the media.

Honestly, if you wrap it around a homemade product, there is no difference. On the other hand, the story of students banding together to fight against monsters is good for drawing attention.

The reason we gathered them is to join in.

“We pushed it, but you won’t suffer any losses either. I take really good care of my gang. If you help me, I will reward you accordingly.”

At first glance, their proposal seemed sweet, like a stick and a carrot.

It was a guaranteed job.

Dae-ho Ahn is not a global conglomerate like Lasia or April. It’s a family with a bit of a reputation in the country.

Thanks to this, I was able to get several students jobs.

It is difficult to get a job in the support department due to the large number of people, so Dae-ho Ahn provides a guarantee?

This was a truly profitable business.

So much so that even Ahn Deok-hoon was attracted to it.

‘no. These are the kids who threatened me. ‘I usually act mean.’

Even though Ahn Deok-hun was shaken by the suggestion, he was unable to do this or that because of what they usually did.

‘I’m refusing. ‘This was coercion in the first place!’

But even if Ahn Dae-ho is like that, Kang Cheon-seong is scary.

If you get hit with one of its lumpy bodies, you will definitely die.

Whether or not he knows how Deok-Hoon Ahn feels, Dae-Ho Ahn calls them out one by one.

“Then, I will listen to each person’s opinion one by one.”

They didn’t give us time to do anything as a group and tried to get confirmation through a 1:1 interview right away.

After quickly recruiting members to his club one by one, it was finally Ahn Deok-hoon’s turn.

‘refuse… . ‘I have to do it.’

Ahn Deok-hoon decides to refuse at all costs and confronts Ahn Dae-ho.

However, Dae-ho Ahn surprisingly gave him a compliment first.

“The grades aren’t bad either. You are good at making this and that.”

“!”

Ahn Deok-hoon’s heart is shaken by the sight of him acknowledging that he is good at something.

“First of all, even though employment is guaranteed, not everyone can go to the company together. There are different levels for each company. Of course, the person who did the best is in a good place. In fact, even if you can’t do it, a place above the standard is waiting for you!”

“Yeah, really?”

“Instead, the condition is that you work hard in our club. I heard that the support department has fewer assignments and focuses classes on creative writing? Since we are free to make things, we can just take the job and make it.”

Ahn Dae-ho’s tone was soft. I don’t know if it was a strategy, but it gave Ahn Deok-hoon psychological stability.

“So come in. You can do well. I’m not recommending it to just anyone.”

A sweet offer comes to Deok-Hoon Ahn. He is exalting himself and asking to come to the club.

Actually, it’s not that bad. The history of working with awakened people with guaranteed employment and a guaranteed future is definitely a plus.

‘What do we do?’

Deok-Hoon Ahn was full of worries. It is normal to refuse such coercive encounters. But carrots are too sweet.

Even by acknowledging himself.

At this time, Ahn Deok-hoon somehow remembered Shin Je-ul.

Shin Je-ul has a bad relationship with Ahn Dae-ho and Kang Cheon-seong. This is a fact that everyone else knows.

If we become friends with these people, what will happen to those who are not on good terms with each other?

“I… I’m friends with Shin Jeul. But you guys don’t get along well. Are you okay?”

“I have to choose one side.”

Dae-ho Ahn’s expression hardens and the atmosphere becomes cold.

“We are just friends, so what? Is there anything good for you? Shin Jeul has a temperament and drive. Is there anything he can do to help you?”

“That’s… .”

“Shin Jeul may be getting all the attention and he may be doing well, but is there anything he can do to help you? It’s being buried. You should think about your future.”

Dae-ho Ahn keenly pointed out the thoughts behind Deok-hoon Ahn’s psychology.

“I’m a human too. I’m not saying you should outright bully me, but I’m just saying that you should keep an eye on them. You never know when relationships between people will turn good or bad. That’s all you need to do. This is your future at stake. Friends don’t even get you a job, right?”

“…”

Ahn Deok-hoon’s heart began to shake at those words.

‘but… .’

Ahn Deok-hoon recalled Shin Je-ul, who lived like an outsider in his second year.

He is a quiet student who is not very active. Even though I had many classmates, I didn’t have anyone I had a deep relationship with like a friend.

‘But Jeul approached me first.’

However, Shin Je-ul changed his personality a little in his second year and approached me first, and we became best friends.

Falling out with a friend like that?

“Hey… . Sorry.”

Ahn Deok-hoon’s worries were shorter than expected. The time it takes to get the word rejection out of your mouth is extremely small.

Choose a friend I was reminded of the joys of spending time with Shin Je-ul.

‘I did it, I did it. ‘My will!’

But soon after, Deok-Hoon Ahn began to shrink and tremble in fear.

I was scared myself, but it was also because the atmosphere here had really changed.

Ahn Dae-ho was expressionless, but intense anger was felt inside him.

“Why?”

“Gu, Gu, there’s no need to stay away from Jeul… .”

“ Hey, who told you to break up just to see what others think? It’s funny.”

Ahn Dae-ho’s tone begins to change to resemble Kang Cheon-seong.

“Who wants to ruin friendships? Who forced it? I’m alone.”

“I’m sorry.”

“Just come in. Don’t be annoying.”

“Well, I feel like I’m becoming more and more distant from being watched… .”

Ahn Deok-Hoon hesitated, but eventually spoke. Shin Jeul is a precious friend. He was the one who reached out to me who had been quiet.

Daeho Ahn glared at me with an expression of not understanding and then started laughing.

“I’m not kidding. I’m really saying I’m going to give you a job and let’s all work together. Reject it?”

“…sorry.”

But the story doesn’t end here. Because this is a space hosted by Daeho Ahn and where he can do whatever he wants.

It was a time when he was scaring me and growling at me to let him go.

“Hey, Deok-Hoon Ahn! Is Ahn Deok-hoon there?”

Shin Jeul’s voice was heard from far away.

***

Shin Jeul was so curious about what was inside that he was going crazy. What are you talking about and what are you doing?

It wasn’t an area he would touch after going to the room cafe.

“It’s not like I have any superpowers… .”

However, I was concerned that the target was Ahn Dae-ho or Kang Cheon-seong.

‘I don’t think it would be a good thing given their personalities.’

But I couldn’t check and just wandered nearby.

After their talk ended, everyone dispersed around 6 PM.

However, as Shin Je-ul, there was no point in calling Ahn Deok-hoon. What did you hear and what happened?

I would like to know. But you shouldn’t forcefully dig into it.

‘The problem is that I have no idea what it is about. Or maybe he was harassing Deokhoon.’

If that’s the case, Shin Jeul will step forward right away.

Besides, it didn’t look good at all. Finally, after thinking about it, he stands up and heads to the room cafe.

‘If it’s something you can’t say, you have to say it.’

He got angry and stormed into the cafeteria, shouting for Ahn Deok-hoon.

Naturally, the room cafe was in an uproar as people suddenly started shouting.

From the part-time job, Kang Cheon-seong, who was in the room cafe, came out.

“Shinjeul? Is this crazy? Where are you doing?”

“What are you doing with Ahn Deok-hoon?”

“What?”

Kang Cheon-seong avoided his gaze for a moment.

“What kind of trick are you playing?”

“Isn’t it crazy bird x? What does it matter? This is where we paid money to borrow!”

Kang Cheon-seong made a threat and waved his hand at the part-time worker.

“We’ll sort it out, so let’s go.”

And Kang Cheon-seong makes a crunching sound from his fist and approaches.

“This is the place we rented and you are causing trouble in the business place. And all I can do is stop it. Don’t insist later that it’s school violence.”

“Where is Ahn Deok-hoon… .”

An intense noise rang through this place. A punch as powerful as a sledgehammer went into Shin Jeul’s abdomen.

“Gagging!”

“Wow, it’s refreshing. Fucking bird!”

Kang Cheon-seong stepped on Shin Je-ul, who had fallen, with an expression that seemed to relieve stress.

Another room.

Considering the physical differences between awakened people and ordinary people, it was of course a ridiculous fight.

A few beatings. Kang Cheon-seong was grinning and was about to kick Shin Je-ul, who had fallen down.

“Cheonseong, stop it. Excessive.”

Dae-ho Ahn came out from behind. Dae-ho Ahn was also there with Deok-hoon Ahn, and the two made eye contact.

“Daeho. This bird needs to be beat up more.”

“If I do this more, I’m going to die. You’re not even an awakened person.”

Dae-ho Ahn glares at the fallen Shin Je-ul.

“Hey. Take it with you. It’s not like the two of you are filming a movie, what’s the point?”

Shin Jeul opened his eyes wide. I don’t know what it was, but Ahn Deok-hoon was able to get out safely.

“Ugh!”

“Jeul!”

Deok-Hoon Ahn supports him. I was curious about what happened inside, but through the conversation earlier, I confirmed that it was safe.

So the two left the room cafe and sat down on the stairs of a nearby underpass to rest.

It’s a mess and I have no idea what’s going on. But Deok-Hoon Ahn’s expression looked happier than ever.

“Jeulth. thank you. Thanks to you, I was able to escape.”

“Have you been threatened by those guys? Why suddenly?”

“No, I received an offer.”

Ahn Deok-Hoon spoke about what happened earlier with a somewhat detached expression.

Shin Jeul scratches his head.

“Conditions are good.”

“Right?”

“Did you accept it? I think you can just do it as is.”

“No. They say I should leave alone with you. They say it’s just a quick glance, but I guess they’re trying to gradually prevent them from meeting each other.”

As Ahn Deok-hoon said, it may be just words, but in reality, their intention is to exclude Shin Je-ul from their gang.

“But it’s a good condition, but why did Jeul bother to let you go? I don’t want to do that. I was doubtful whether he would actually do as he said.”

When Shin Je-ul also remembered that, he couldn’t help but be thankful for Ahn Deok-hoon’s judgment.

“Thank you. For me… .”

“I’m sorry. Jeulth. I should have said this a long time ago… . I wanted to make my own decision.”

“So the decision is rejection? It could have been a wasted opportunity.”

“We are friends.”

Ahn Deok-Hoon looks at him and holds out his fist. Shin Jeul also saw the fist and immediately held out his fist in the same way.

There is no need to say any more.

They bumped into each other and the two started laughing.

“By the way, Zeuls. Wow, he’s a real man. What is that thing that suddenly comes into the room cafe?”

“I had no choice either. I thought they were threatening me.”

“It’s not wrong. Anyway, I feel at ease now. Do you want to go see the movie version of the animation this time?”

Ahn Deok-hoon supports Shin Je-ul again.

“Honestly, now that I think about it, it seems like a waste. Ah, maybe it would be the same if we talked about anime like Zeulth?”

“What is it? So do you regret it?”

“No. I feel great right now!”

The two looked at each other again and started laughing.

My body is a mess, but I had a good time going back to school.

Ahn Deok-hoon gave this to himself.

‘Then I have to show you this side too.’

Shin Jeul seemed to have made up his mind about something.