A sister to Kwon Lena according to the family register, Lee Yeoreum.

Kwon Lenas attitude was strange last Chuseok when she met Lee Yeoreum, so I decided to investigate it.

The result of the investigation she had no problems.

She was such an upright person that it was hard to think that she was the biological daughter of Kwon Lenas adoptive parents who bullied her.

Except for the fact that she belongs to Namgung C&Ts Otherworld Industrial Division 1

Still, just because Namgung Group has problems in the higher positions doesnt mean that employees who just joined the company could possibly be involved with the Black Screen.

The number of full-time employees in Namgung C&T alone is well over 15,000 and that number continues to rise due to the expansion of the otherworld industrial market.

Is it someone you know?

Yeah, its my unnie!

Oh, is it the unnie that you said gave you your weapon item?

At Kwon Lenas revelation that it was in fact her sister, the kids from our class looked at Lee Yeoreum with curious and welcoming faces.

Lee Yeoreum looked somewhat tired and absent-minded, but she belatedly waved her hand slightly after seeing Kwon Lena.

However, she didnt come our way.

At first, it seemed like she was about to ask her boss if it was okay to greet her sister for a while, but the boss looked quite reluctant.

Are they not going to let her say hello? Theyre uptight over there.

Its not even working hours. Why are they like that?

Maybe its because its a company group activity?

The Class Zero sunbaes clicked their tongue, and I think theyre right.

Fortunately, Lee Yeoreum eventually approached us as if her boss finally allowed her to, but her colleagues kept their gaze on her.

I understand that theyre supposed to be in a group for this day, but I dont think the atmosphere they give is very good.

Kwon Lena looked excited but also apologetic to her sister.

Hi, unnie! Is it okay to talk right now?

Yeah. Are these your friends?

Yes! Ah, were with our professor too.

Kwon Lena quickly introduced everyone.

Lee Yeoreum handed her business card to everyone and told Kwon Lena to give her a call if she needs anything.

Unnie, did you have an interview?

No, I was running errands for a while so I actually dont have any connection with that person whos competing so Id be a bit troubled to be interviewed.

Eh? Arent you in the same department?

Even though were in the same department, that person goes out to work often so we dont have a lot of opportunities to meet.

The conversation didnt last very long.

A slightly sharp voice interrupted Lee Yeoreum.

Lee Yeoreum-ssi, are you not done saying hello yet?

I apologize! Im going now. See you next time.

While Lee Yeoreum was practically dragged away, Kwon Lena looked disappointed but she kept her composure.

Its not like shes a middle schooler. Was that really necessary?

You know the kind of boss who freaks out when someone is away at a company dinner. I bet hes that kind of guy.

Hmm, I dont think so.

Yong Jegun added a word after the GeumChanWangChan duo.

I think Yeoreum-ssi was doing a separate activity until now. Maybe shes been in the building the whole time? Unlike the other people, she didnt seem to have that cold energy on her clothes.

Perhaps she was doing an errand inside the building while the others were being interviewed.

Hwang Jiho also contributed to the conversation, and I agree with what he said.

Lee Yeoreum is a new employee after all.

It wouldve been better if we met her while she was doing her errand.

True. I hope we can talk more next time.

Leaving behind the feeling of discomfort, the conversation between our classmates proceeded and we moved to our assigned seats.

Yong Jegun looked at the stage and found Yeom Junyeol, and Hwang Jiho laughing heartily while talking to Hani.

Seeing that scene, I thought I might be worrying unnecessarily after all.

* * *

The final round of Playlist will be broadcasted live, but the time when the stage, lighting, costumes, and other things are being fixed will be replaced by pre-recorded videos.

In the live broadcast, a new competition song received from a composer and a group performance of the three finalists will be shown, while in the pre-recorded videos, the contestants will be singing a solo song they chose.

Although its a pre-recorded video, things would still look better with audience participation, so the people who participated in the interviews were mobilized.

The main character of the first pre-recorded stage was Yeo Raehun.

Oh, this song is!

It must be the freestyle rap song he did on the first day!

I couldnt recognize it at first because of the unfamiliar accompaniment, but as the lyrics continued to flow, more and more people recognized the song he was performing.

The content of his lyrics seems to suggest extending the rap battle.

After that, on the screen on the stage side, a powerful musician that done a freestyle rap battle with Yeo Raehun before was seen.

The content was pre-produced to follow the camera so that things wouldnt look awkward.

The musician made a high five with Yeo Raehun which naturally led to loud cheers that ended his solo stage.

Thank you!

Even after Yeo Raehun finished his performance and greeted those who came to cheer on him, the audiences shouts were still going.

The power of that scene must be outstanding.

Wow hes really good.

That was a cool performance. For a moment I felt like I had the inspiration to write.

Hes not as good as our Miro! Anyway, no!

Traitors. Cheer on Miro instead!

Stop it and sit down already!

The Class Zero sunbaes took a jab at us, but they cant deny that they were also mesmerized by Yeo Raehuns performance.

Whos the next performance?

Lenas unnies coworker.

Oh, so Miro will be performing last?

Thats for the pre-recording. We wont know what order it will be on the broadcast.

While the next stage was being prepared and props and equipment on the stage were replaced

I could see pieces of equipment coming and going from under the stage, but I also heard the players in charge of security and the stage equipment outsourcing company scuffling in the distance.

Perhaps something was difficult in the security process.

Maeng Hyodon was looking ahead with a rather dull face.

Whats wrong, Hyodon?

Why? Are you hungry?

No, its just When we came here I thought the security procedures were a bit complicated.

Whats the problem with that?

As if having the same thought as me, Saeum of April and I looked at Maeng Hyodon with questioning expressions.

Maeng Hyodon hesitated before speaking again.

Its hard to get in, so its going to be hard to get out. Im just thinking about that.

Ah

Saeum of April and Maeng Hyodon now had the same dark face.

It seemed like Saeum of April was reminded of the Hwanmong Auction, while Maeng Hyodon was reminded of the fight club, both places having very strict security measures.

The sight made my heart sink.

Most of the people in here could be targets.

Maeng Hyodon and Saeum of April, two people who escaped the claws of the Black Screen.

Its not just those two.

A clear target of the Black Screen, Yong Jegun.

And Jegal, who failed to be taken care of by Choi Pyeondeuks followers.

And those who were involved with the Namgung Group.

Some time ago, Namgung Group once targeted the Eungwang Light Nursery over a redevelopment case involving an intelligence terminal

My classmates were caught up in that incident.

Hani failed to try to fight back.

Kwon Lena and Min Geurin.

Hwang Jiho, who actively defended the nursery after the incident.

I dont know their relationship with the Black Screen yet, but Mok Wooram is clearly targeted by the Oath of the Three Knights.

Its not common for such people to gather in a closed space for a long time other than within the confines of Eungwang High.

Strictly speaking, we arent really in an official school schedule.

If I were the Black Screen I wouldnt miss this opportunity.

So far, Ive almost successfully blocked the Black Screen completely.

Considering what the Black Screen will do at the end, I cant say Ive avoided being checkmated with the number of things that I prevented from happening, but its safe to say that Ive kept Eungwang High safe.

If I were the Black Screen and I kept failing at attacking Eungwang High, I would surely come up with a different tactic.

A bold move that they couldnt do in PMH.

Its not like there werent any signs.

The words that Song Daesok and Hwang Jiho said before came to mind.

Uh I think something happened at the lab.

They said they saw something on the Moon Palace.

The coordinates dont seem to be fixed yet but The broadcasting station seems to be included.

An ominous feeling came to me.

I quietly asked Hwang Jiho, who was sitting next to me.

Have you observed anything yet?

Let me check.

Hwang Jiho, who confirmed some things through his device, furrowed his forehead.

The connection is bad. Ill check it out through my alter ego.

Im convinced that the communication is cut off.

Someone is after us.

* * *

Other people were considerate to leave Yeom Junyeol alone while he memorized his script.

After going through his lines, Yeom Junyeol checked the clock.

Looking at the analog clock on the wall, he confirmed that it was time for him to go out again and proceed with the broadcast.

However, when he called out to his manager and security guard, she did not respond.

Yeom Junyeol walked closer to the door.

Noona? Are you there? I think its time for

Dont come out!

Yeom Junyeol heard a knife-sharp voice.

As soon as he heard her voice, Yeom Junyeol immediately took his hand off the door.

He wouldnt do anything foolish such as asking if she was okay or suddenly opening the door.

Somethings going on. I need to call the others!

Yeom Junyeol quickly used his judgment and tried messaging people through his device, but the connection wasnt established.

The communication signal in the broadcasting station is blocked?

Yeom Junyeol knew that it wasnt a normal situation, so he solidified his resolve.

Fwaaaa!

The impact of the strong energy wave spread over the room.

Noona, Ill help you!

Junyeol-ah, no! The opponent is!

However, she couldnt finish her words.

Hwakwakwang!

The door was ripped open and a shadow was seen behind the faltering manager.

At the same time, the Hongryong that Yeom Junyeol summoned had disappeared.

Hwi.

Yeom Junyeol was aware of this feeling.

Its the same thing he felt when dealing with another from the Dragon Clan.

* * *

We immediately informed Jegal and Yong Jegun as soon as we found out that the communication signal was cut off.

Communication is cut off?

I think inter-communication is working though. Most of the staff are receiving instructions through in-ears.

That means we cant get in touch with the outside world. Is there a problem with the station nearby?

The easiest way to find out is to go out and check

Its most reasonable for Yong Jegun to use his flight skills to go out and check, but he didnt want to go out.

Yong Jegun had his eyes opened, and just when it seemed like hed give an ecstatic smile, he suddenly got up from his seat.

Hwang Jiho, who was also looking at the other side of the wall of the studio, looked like he felt something.

They must be feeling an energy wave over there.

Abd then

As if the preparations for the stage was over, the performer from Namgung C&T went on.

Holding the microphone, the contestant had a pale face.

Everyone

He held the microphone in his trembling hands and

Run away, right now, out of the studio No, run out of the building!

I heard something explode.

Aside from the energy wave, the explosion was close enough that I felt it vibrating through my feet.

Its in the direction of Junyeols waiting room

Yong Jegun had his eyes wide open and stared at the source of the explosion with his cyan eyes.

The anomaly did not stop there.

W-what the heck!

Whats going on?

The other kids were frantic as they reflexively reached for their weapon item cards.

We cant actualize the weapons!