What happened here? Kim Olim, who came to my hospital room at dawn, adopted a scary expression when she saw the Mage sleeping in my arms.

Actually, her scary expression wasnt the most frightening thing; one of her arms shone before a shieldher weaponmaterialized in her hand. Worried that she may break the hospital room, I hurriedly shook my hands and made an excuse, No, wait! Theres a lot of complicated things going on here!

Unfortunately, at that moment, Seo Dawon burrowed his head into my naked chest which my unbuttoned top did nothing to hide.

Actually, I had been a little embarrassed ever since the gown had come undone a few hours ago; plus, the room was chilly. I tried to button myself up again, but I couldnt because the Mage was in the way. I was in the middle of trying to shake the Seo Dawon awake when Kim Olim walked in on us.

I could hardly bear to lift my flushed face and apologized to Kim Olim in a pleading voice, ThatsS-Sorry However, dont misunderstand! Its only the buttons!

The buttons?

I was hot, so I unbuttoned them a bit.

Kim Olim snorted, Really? Then why are you cuddling Seo Dawon?

D-Dont you know? You guys arereally cool to the touch. I answered, turning my head away. How embarrassingwere these the best excuses I could concoct?

As expected, Kim Olim clicked her tongue as if she found me pathetic. Then, she vented her frustrations onto Seo Dawon, who still had his eyes closed. How long are you going to pretend to be asleep and grope at Choi Lee-kyung?

What? I stared down at the Mage, dumbfounded.

Eyes still closed, Seo Dawon shamelessly said, Dont you know that youre being a nuisance here, Olim-ah?

W-What! Seo Dawonyou! I sputtered.

Dont get me wrong. I woke up when the door opened. Despite the audience, the Mage kept leaning against me. I blinked at him, stunnedI was surprised to see a hitherto unseen expression on his face. How should I put thisThe Mage looked like an office worker who didnt want to get out of bed and go to work

I wanted to stay in this momentto continue to hug him like this, but Kim Olims gaze was so burdensome. I carefully pushed the Mages head away.

Only then did Seo Dawon lift himself from my embrace. Then, out of nowhere, he rolled himself up like an ammonite shell and plastered himself to my back; the Mage lifted Lackey, who had been clinging to the back of my neck, and dropped the skeleton to the ground.

[Clack Clack!]

What are you doing!? I shrieked.

I want you to be able to rest.

What the

Lackey, whose sleep had been disturbed, stood up to try and bite at the Mages feet; I stared at them, still dazed.

However, the Mage didnt stop there; he lightly took a hold of the skeleton and raised it up. He even ignored the skeletons attempts to bite his arms. Sleep well. Ill be back.

W-Wait a minute! Why are you carrying Lackey away?

Lackey should also earn the right to eat.

[Clack Clack Clack Clack!!!!]

HonestlyLackey doesnt even eat food

However, Seo Dawon vanished in a bright light immediately after waving his hand. I briefly contemplated summoning Lackey back, but I decided to leave them for now.

But

I think well need to talk for a long while. Necromancer.

Haah

As soon as the two disappeared, the hospital rooms atmosphere felt icy. I had no choice but to acquiesce and smile clumsily at the Paladin.

* * *

I had definitely thought Seo Dawons attack strategy had become more cautious, but I didnt think he was so exhausted and wearyto the point he couldnt control his impulses.

I briefly explained to Kim Olim what had happened yesterday. (Though I omitted things like the Kissand such for the sake of my dignity and her peace of mind.)

Kim Olim did not verbally express her agreement but listened to me very carefully while nodding her head. Then, she gave her own opinion. The issue, though, was that she was far more conservative than even Seo Dawon on matters of my safety.

She had admitted that the Mage was a bit excessive, but she did defend his assertions. However, Necromancer, I dont think Seo Dawon was being overprotective. I think his judgment on the matters of your safety is correct.

But Seo Dawon thinks hes going to kill me?

If youre talking about his impulse for blood, then Ive felt it a few times as well. All the servants, probably, feel that desire to some extent. With that said, the Paladin stared at the torn skin on the back of my hand. It felt like the atmosphere in the room changed as she eyed my wound.

I was a little flusteredthis was the first time that Kim Olim had reacted to my blood in my presence. Instinctively, I used my other hand to cover the wound; only then did the melancholy bloodlust that permeated the room subside.

In front of my anxiety-frozen self, the Paladin had stood with her eyes closed for a long time. Her complicated expression returned to normal after a moment; that abrupt change made my mind even more flustered.

The Paladin looked directly at me, I was able to resist my impulses because Seo Dawon instructed me not to act according to instinct Youre too naive and narrow-sighted.

I was shocked and speechless. I had thought that Kim Olim would be the least likely person to hurt me.

However, I soon felt that the current situation was similar to Seo Dawons. That was to say It felt like she was intentionally scaring me into hiding awayretreating.

However, if Seo Dawon was the type to yield to me because of his affections, Kim Olim was the type to be more strict because of her affection for me.

What should I do?

Still deep in contemplation, I stared at Kim Olim. Her face was sternthere were no gaps. Not even a crack. It was clear that any possible retort would be destroyed.

In the end, I answered frankly, But Ive never thought that youd hurt me. YoureI meanYou wouldnt suppress someone weaker than you.

Kim Olim opened her mouth briefly at my words, then clamped her mouth shut without saying anything. Then, she adopted a complicated expression before sighing deeply. Of course, Im someone that values honor, but I havent lived a noble lifenot as much as youd expect. I wasnt strong enough to not compromise my values.

You seriouslythink of me as some kind of knight. I appreciate it, but She looked at me as if she were looking at a child.

I couldnt understand her complicated expression. Scratching the back of my neck, I replied, You are a knight though.

Kim Olim has always lived such a righteous life; I couldnt understand her denial of her character. Even the other guild members in [Red Lotus] agreed Even a bastard like Bae Jaemin had said that he regretted being unable to sway Kim Olim to his side.

However, Kim Olim seemed surprised by my firm belief in her. Disconcerted, she asked, Why do you think so highly of me? Ive never done anything great in front of you.

Though the [Vengeful Ghost Memories] came to mind, I decided not to say anything. These memories werent topics I ever wanted to discuss with the Servants.

However, Kim Olim must have assumed somethingwhatever it may befrom my brief silence. She scanned my face before eventually retreating one step. Thats right. Even though I feel that urge, I have no desire to bite you. I agreed with Seo Dawons order; thats why he and I always took turns staying by your side.

Thats what I thought. I smiled.

However, Kim Olim frowned at my smile. I knew what she would say when I saw the Paladins expression. I was sorry to describe it as nagging, but that was the face she would make just before she went to nag at me.

The words that came out of her mouth was just absurd.

However, putting aside me and Seo Dawon, youre still too un-vigilant. Not just Koo Hui-seo But, for example, Jung Garam has bitten and licked at your skin. She suddenly started to pressure me by bringing up the Assassin.

Yeah, but Jung Garam has always been mischievous

The most worrisome part of all this is your easy-going natureyou think Jung Garam has a playful personality. Jung Garam isnt someone who jokes around often. With that said, she encouraged me to carry [Sylphs Fall] on me at all times. Retrieve [Fall] from Seo Dawon again. If youre left alone with Jung Garam, and youre seriously hurt, youll need it.

Im telling you, thats too much. I cant do that.

You dont even need to swing it. Itll be enough to keep him in check. Kim Olim looked so serious.

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TL: Thatsreally scary. Kim Olim is so grave right now. Also, Its strange to see the way Kim Olim speaks about herself. I wonder what you guys think of her dynamic with Lee-kyungand what shes said to him. In a way, I do think Kim Olim is someone Lee-kyung idolizes, but I would do the same???