There have been a total of four times when my level of understanding of this dimension has increased so far.

The first was when I just arrived in this world and had a conversation with the transcendent universe.

The second was during the 12-point alliance talks.

Third, around teachers day, when I heard from Geum Chansol and Wang Chansol about the principle of otherworld domination by energy wave link.

And fourth, when I learned that the Son of God and Blue Tiger became humans and are living under the names Gong Cheonghwon and Hani.

In all those four cases, only the level of my exclusive menu increased.

Now, the Replay function also increased. Is it because I figured out a clue related to Replay?

Every time the level of the exclusive menu rises, a new function is usually made available.

Maybe theres something new with the Replay function?

I decided to check it immediately.

[Replay]

Be able to view the future and records engraved in the game dimension as reproduced into dreams.

(Stage 2)

Aside from the increase in stage, the explanation remained the same.

I opened the list of names and thats where I found something different.

There are characters with numbers attached to their names. I think its for playable characters or NPCs who I used the function on?

Among the list of characters arranged in alternating hues just like a chessboard, there were characters marked with numbers.

The numbers were mostly three digits.

But theres something that stood out.

Jegal has one digit, but most of the other playable characters like Yong Jegun have three digits. Whats the difference?

When I thought deeper about the word Replay and those two characters, an answer came to mind.

Dont tell me Its the number of times I replayed an event involving them!

For Jegal, there was practically nothing I could do to save him and so I didnt replay and retry the scenario too hard.

The event took place in the underground library of the Central Library.

Students in the editorial branch of the newspaper department couldnt overcome the temptation of Choi Pyeondeuks followers, and they committed bad things during the midterm exams.

They planted a stain of conscience during that time.

Choi Pyeondeuks followers held the newspaper department students as hostages and threatened them to bear a curse.

Thats when Jegal intervened.

There was nothing I could do.

The only option given to the PMH users at that time was to help Jegal move.

Were not given any choice except make Jegal move forward to receive a curse on behalf of his student.

Theres no response even if I try to move him in a different direction, and neither his skills nor light skill can be used.

Most of Jegals fans said they couldnt stand to see the teacher die, and most of them abandoned the game after that.

They didnt want to watch the scene with false hope, only to witness Jegal being cursed.

Shortly after that though, a message window appears asking users if they want to replay.

I tried to think of other methods, but no other commands worked even if I tried several times, so I decided it was a forced event. Thats why I only replayed it a few times

On the other hand, Yong Jeguns event had room for other choices.

At the time of the collapse of PMHs concrete layer, Yong Jegun was able to move somewhat freely except for the restriction on him related to the teachers contract.

After dozens of attempts, I managed to make it possible for him to go out, but then he refused to escape, saying I dont want to go outside now

So I thought I had to find something inside instead of helping him escape. Unlike Jegals case, I can actually move Yong Jegun and there were few restrictions. I could use his skills and light skill, and so I tried and tried again all year long, believing I could save him.

The number of times I replayed their events was different, but in the end, neither one of them was saved.

As I blindly stared at the numbers written beside Jegal and Yong Jeguns names, a teacup containing red tea suddenly appeared in front of me.

Hwang Jiho handed newly heated tea to Kim Shinrok and me.

You look pale, Jo Euishin. Is it the side-effect of Replay? You looked fine until Kim Shinrok woke up and finished speaking though.

With Hwang Jihos words, the tigers attention turned from Kim Shinrok to me.

Whats going on? Tell me?

I havent figured out everything about the function yet, but all I know is that the stage has risen from one to two.

Theres still the notice saying I cant choose specific characters at that stage yet.

That means I need to level it up more if I want to choose those characters.

Replays stage gone up. Im sure there are more people I can use it on now.

I see.

I dont know yet if I can use it on Hwang Jiho now, but Im sure it can be used on someone else.

I was about to suggest that we try it right away, but Hwang Jiho threatened me.

Dont even think about using it right away. Use is prohibited for at least a few days. Mental harm is not immediately recognizable.

I think only the target I use it on is affected though.

Still, it doesnt matter if its on a bastard like Son Minki, but I need to ask the person I want to use it on for consent first.

If possible, I want to keep receiving help from the tigers just as how were doing with Kim Shinrok.

I didnt really like being told what to do, but I decided to just nod at Hwang Jihos words.

You dont want to, but youre going to obey. Good.

Woof woof!

I didnt like the way this old man talked to me at all.

Its as if he can see right through me.

I felt better after the kind Olmu comforted me though.

After that, we continued having tea time for a while.

I patted Olmu and relaxed my mind, while Red Tiger nagged Kim Shinrok and Hwang Jiho continued to help him by adding some words here and there.

When there was little tea and snacks left, Hwang Jiho spoke again.

Then Ill tell you about a clue I got about the long tail.

Hwang Jiho launched two holograms in front of us.

It was information collected from the Cow Clan and the Snake Clan.

Theyre both strange.

The Cow Clan contacted high-ranking officials from the Players Association Korea.

On the other hand, the Snake Clan was attempting to contact the TC Group and the Namgung Group.

The report stated that these kinds of actions from the two clans were unprecedented in the last twenty years

But this alone isnt decisive information on whos the traitor.

Both clans are doing things they have never done before, so its kind of annoying. We cant conclude anything yet, but I decided it was best for everyone to know.

According to what I remember for future scenarios, the case in which the Black Screen would intervene with the four major groups and the association would come up.

I think we need to keep a close eye on both clans.

* * *

In my dormitory room.

I stayed until quite late in the mansion as I had dinner there, but I returned to my dorm room.

I was going to go right after eating, but something stopped me.

Eun Jaeho seemed lonely as his older siblings are busy preparing for the exams, so I stayed for a while to play.

Is there a reason why you have to return to your dorm when its already late?

After the descendants went to their room, Hwang Jiho asked me.

My heart wavered as the cute Olmu began to whimper beside me.

But I needed to go back.

I need to think on my own.

During my days as a chess player, I was always mentally sensitive when I thought of my games and I showed a bad attitude toward my family.

And, well, when you get used to having someone beside you, it becomes harder to be alone.

Thats why I wanted to reduce my stay in the tigers mansion as much as possible.

Im leaving.

Alright. Get back safe for now.

He put some stress on the words for now, but anyway I returned to the dorms without any problem.

Oh, come to think of it, maybe Kim Shinrok had something to say to me.

I didnt hear what he wanted to say because Red Tiger kept interfering.

It mustve been about asking me to use the function on him again.

Dingdong.

Before I went to bed, I saw a message on my device.

[Do Sihoo] Whatchu up to? Hehe

I wonder what this guy wants at this time of the night.

Jang Namwook was nagging with his usual long messages today, so I dont think theres any problem with Namwook.

It doesnt seem urgent.

Before responding to Do Sihoos message, I decided to check the other ones first.

There were a lot of unread messages.

Theyre mostly from the people at the meeting earlier.

Although he didnt officially assume his position yet, I could already see Yeom Junyeols ambition to do well as the student representative.

Sung Siwan messaged me, asking me to take care of Gye Idam in the future.

Indirect recommendations from Oh Hyeji and Cheon Dongha.

When I answered all the messages from the seniors, a new message notification arrived.

[Lee Lena] Euishin-ah, can you talk right now?

I answered right away.

[Me] Yeah.

[Lee Lena] Well, you see I want to talk to Saeum tomorrow. Can you be there?

[Lee Lena] I also asked Kwon Jein sunbaenim, but Saeum might be uncomfortable with that so

It seems like Kwon Lena wants to talk with Saeum tomorrow about the auction.

Of course, I need to help my playable character.

Im going to help her, even if I have to skip class.

[Me] What time and where?

[Lee Lena] Im planning to skip class and go to school later in the afternoon.

Kwon Lena sounded calm, but I know how much courage it takes for her to do this.

I double-checked her message several times and closed the window.

But the name [Lee Lena] I wonder when I can change it to Kwon Lena.

I hope the day will come when the name registered in my devices contacts will be changed to Kwon Lena.

Regarding this, its a pity that Kwon Jein and Kwon Lenas family history is too deeply intertwined, so the help I can give is only limited.

Instead, I decided to focus on the things that I could do.

Should I try to simulate whats going to happen tomorrow?

I dont intend to force a reconciliation between Saeum and Lena.

However, I should at least help the two so that there wont be any misunderstanding.

While pondering what to say and do, another message arrived.

It was from one of my playable characters.

[Sung Gukeon] Hoobae.

It was a private message.

Sung Gukeon used to talk to me and Sung Siwan from time to time despite his busy schedule, but he always used our group message room.

There must be a reason why he sent a personal message Dont tell me he found it?!

The last time he messaged me privately was

About the Imoogis Exorcism

[Sung Gukeon] I know where Imoogis Exorcism is.

It was just as I expected.

Imoogis Exorcism.

A piece sold by Hong Gyungboks disciples and brokers.

The location of the painting seemed to have finally come to light.