episode_0049

49.

It’s an unfailing day. Kang Seo-jin woke up in a queen-sized bed.

Skyscrapers of South Korea.

It was a residence fully equipped with the highest level of facilities. No wonder it was called the palace.

Kang Seo-jin scratched her head and checked the wall clock.

“… … Oh, I woke up early. Today, too.”

It’s easy to read because it’s electronic.

Around 3am.

Since it was still early in the morning, the outside of the glass window was pitch black.

I feel reluctant to go back to sleep.

When I fall asleep at a time like this, that day comes to mind.

The moment I sank into the water. The terrifying sight of water entering my lungs. I don’t want to see nightmares.

“Heh heh heh.”

I tried humming a song, thinking that it might help me feel better.

There is no sign of improvement.

I make my bed to get rid of the gloom.

The rough bed sheets took up a lot of time. It may have been because of the large size, but she had this large space to herself.

Start your day by brewing espresso from the coffee machine.

Take care of your hair, eat, and get ready to go out.

Crown Princess of Gangcheon.

Authority is her sword and shield. Without perfection, she is nothing but a loser. And soon, there will be successor training.

-Miss, are you awake?

Kang Seo-jin takes a sip of espresso from a mug.

Team leader Kim Chu-jin.

It was a call from the so-called Secretary Kim. She was the confidant appointed by Chairman Kang Cheo-kyung.

“Your throat doesn’t look so good today. Are you okay?”

-I’m sorry. I haven’t been able to sleep well these days.

“I’m sorry.”

-Oh, no. It’s not a pity! Miss! What would happen if a loyal subject ignores his master’s words?!

The tone was different today. It may be because it was early in the morning, but it was also because I stayed up all day and night for three days to handle the work that Kang Seo-jin asked of me.

Kang Seo-jin didn’t ask for nothing.

It’s also nerve-racking. Because I know why you’ve been having such a hard time.

In fact, she rebelled for the first time a few days ago.

“Please help me find just one person. Mother.”

“People? Who are you talking about?”

Chairman Kang Cheo-kyung is a very powerful person.

Gray hair. An appearance reminiscent of a witch. Chairman Kang Cheo-kyung, who was reading a newspaper, glared at her fiercely.

“How much does that person help our river?”

“… … .”

“You must not be swayed by personal feelings.”

I can’t back down from here. With that in mind, I raised the flag of rebellion.

“Eww! Mother, Mothereee!! He’s my other half! My other half!!”

“Drag and drop.”

The conclusion was a failure.

It’s the first time in my life that I’ve seen my mother so angry.

Are you going to be like those girls who were born first? I returned home, hearing that kind of noise.

Kang Seo-jin let out a sigh.

I sent out people privately to continue the search, but there were no results today either. How many years has it been already?

The possibility of finding him was becoming increasingly slim. It was something I couldn’t give up on. I always kept in mind that he was my other half, my eternal light.

Could he be an angel? If he is, I would be willing to follow him to heaven.

“What’s your work today?”

-Yes, from 9 AM to 12 PM. There is a weapons business contract with Seongpung Amarry. After 12 PM, there will be a practical test observation hosted by the Hunter Association.

“Am I observing it directly?”

-No, it’s a meeting regarding talent development with other guild members.

He is a person who has risen to the position of assistant and attendant by putting grease on his lips.

I changed my clothes neatly and got on the elevator. I was short so I couldn’t reach the button. A sturdy attendant waiting at the entrance pressed it for me.

Time passed quickly, just like always.

After successfully completing a 20 billion won contract, we had time to ‘get acquainted’ with successors from various companies.

Seongpung had its headquarters north of the Han River.

To get to the association, vehicles had to cross a bridge.

Bridge.

Every time I pass the bridge, I think of that day. Kang Seo-jeong stared at the Han River outside the window.

“Team Leader Kim.”

“Oh, yes, Miss!”

“Did you find that person?”

It’s a question I ask every day. It’s the same repertoire.

“No. I checked all the identities of the people involved, but I couldn’t find them. It seems that further review is needed for clear personal information. I’m sorry, Miss. ”

“Okay. It’ll come out someday.”

Kang Seo-jin recalled that day.

Dark night.

Kang Seo-jin prayed for death on the bridge.

Even though I was wearing a middle school uniform, my clothes were loose.

It was the day she was diagnosed with congenital growth disorder. She looked down at the bottom of the bridge from the railing with a very haggard face.

I don’t know how my sisters endured this. If you keep doing this, you won’t be human anymore.

The expression becomes distorted.

The successor position requires extreme mental strength.

Only by wielding power strongly, thoroughly, and mercilessly can one preserve the throne.

In other words, mental pressure came in from time to time. Pushing to the extreme and fighting with all your might. That was Kangcheon’s management philosophy that brought him here. It was too much for a young child, only a middle school student, to endure.

Underwater battle.

The old people in the back room are keeping an eye on them.

Targeted investigation of the political world.

Her young body could not withstand the excessive stress and collapsed.

It can’t grow any more.

There are many ways to subdue the weak. The most certain way is through height and appearance. If you are vicious and handsome, there is no need to fight.

Because instinctive fear is imprinted. She is not.

Just a young, tender, and fragile appearance. People are embarrassed by his young appearance. His parents gossip about him, and people’s interest grows. And they laugh at him. Can such a little boy represent the Beomgangcheon family?

“Hey, hey, stop!”

Make up your mind.

There is no reason to live anymore. Family treats me like a machine, and friends break up relationships.

Actually, we’re not even friends. I’m the one giving him money. I’m asking him to hang out with me. He even cuts off that, so I’ll block him in a few seconds.

“Hey, hey hey hey!!!”

A man came running from afar.

Wearing a college jumper.

Korea University.

This was also a prestigious university, comparable to Seoul National University.

On the chest, it is kindly written, “Hunter Department.”

Could he be an awakened person? It wouldn’t be a problem to subdue someone like him. I thought it was really pitiful to see an awakened person in South Korea.

Kang Seo-jin stood on the railing and stared at the man.

‘You’re handsome.’

I first felt affection for the opposite sex. Why? Kang Seo-jin doesn’t know. They say you shouldn’t judge people by their looks, but then what should I look at to judge people?

It was strange.

Was it because he was cornered? Or was it because he was trying to use others to relieve stress? It didn’t matter either way.

Kang Seo-jin approached the man, breathing heavily.

“Can you listen to my story?”

“Okay, okay. Come out to the side first.”

Kang Seo-jin told the man about her various worries as if she was confessing to him. The man listened silently and then gave her some advice or got angry with her, completely accommodating her.

I was so stressed out from all the things going on that I almost cried.

Of course, it wasn’t revealed.

Because it was obvious that he would freak out and leave. Like other people. Or, there is a high possibility that he would use it with a bitter smile.

Her relationships have always been like that, and they will always be like that. No. There won’t be any in the future. She’s given up on everything.

I feel relieved after pouring out my heart. I no longer have any regrets about this world.

“Thank you.”

Kang Seo-jin was about to get up again.

“Uh, uh uh uh.”

The man hugged her tightly.

“It’s okay. Everything will be okay. You must have had a hard time because of those worries.”

Kwaaak.

It’s like a burden to hold a teddy bear. It’s the first time in my life that I’ve felt this burden. I’m used to the feeling of being expected by someone. To be held by a man! Even a man from another country.

I tried to drop it in a hurry and it hit the railing.

“Uh, uh uh uh.”

The railing was wobbly and fell over. I forgot that it was an aging facility and could have collapsed at any time.

“Uh.”

Whoosh-

The noise of cutting through the air stopped after a few seconds.

with a plop!

My vision sinks with the sound of water. Water enters my lungs. I thought I was going to die so meaninglessly. But then something else fell into the water.

It was the man who had given her the explanation. The man swam toward her and rescued her. She couldn’t help but be speechless at the unrealistic sight.

“Da, be careful next time.”

The man who called 119 left. Kang Seo-jin was always looking for that man.

The prince charming who saved me. The savior who gave me a vision. I searched for him with all my heart, hoping to repay him someday, but I couldn’t even see his nose.

“These are the test takers. Miss.”

Secretary Kim, who was in the driver’s seat, took out her tablet.

It’s an electronic list. It’s the people who will be taking the practical exam this time. I get off without thinking. I get off and get off again.

And then it stands tall.

Stopped in front of one person.

“Who is this person?”

Shinwon is ordinary. Ordinary itself. He is a common awakened person in South Korea.

But the problem was the photo. It was that man. His face was sharp and he looked much more handsome. He was perfect.

Kang Seo-jin always wanted a fairy tale-like story. Maybe she needed an escape because her life was so miserable.

‘Reasonable.’

This was a perfect story. I started making plans right away.

Well, tonight would be a good time.

“Secretary Kim.”

“Yes!”

“Do you want to wear a suit?”

“… … .”

“Give those kids who can’t even act like humans some equipment and tell them to go and cause trouble. I’ll give them the capital.”

In internet terms, it’s called WWE. In time-honored proverbs, it’s called ‘rigged Go-Stop.’

This is how a play should be.