Two years agoThats a year after the fall of the [Red Lotus] guild.

When they asked Seo Dawon to join, it was still a secretive organizationVarious theories crossed my mind. Perhaps HaHae had grown so big such that they could no longer hide its existence? Or, perhaps, they grew bold and revealed themselves after the death of their rival?

Moreover, if what Kim Sangyoon said was trueif Bae Jaemin was supporting Ahn Joosung and was protected by Chairman Ahnthen the HaHae guild already had clutched a heavy purse. The Shin Shin Group was one of the top five conglomerates in Korea.

Even when I didnt fully know the enemys true identity, I had never thought that revenge would be easy. But, as the reality of the situation was slowly uncovered, a hopeless feeling emerged within me.

Honestly, fulfilling the goal was already a long way offNow a conglomerate was also implicated in this conspiracy?

However, Seo Dawon did not outwardly react and simply asked him another question. Then, why arent you lining up to fawn over Bae Jaemin?

Kim Sangyoon bit his lips at Seo Dawons blunt question.

Judging from his distorted expression, there was more to the story.

Actually, I tried to work underneath him.

Yeah?

And I got rejected..

Bae Jaemin turned you down himself?

Yeah.

Did you say something wrong?

Its nothing like that. When I said I wanted to join HaHaeHe told me that he didnt think I was a good fit for the guild. Kim Sangyoon clenched his fist.

Seo Dawon looked down at him and smiled. I think you know why he said that, dont you? He provoked.

Kim Sangyoon did not deny the accusation. After a brief moment of silence, he spoke with a trembling voice, Its because of Ahn Joosung. Our classes overlap. Thats why he hates me.

He hates you just because hes also a Warrior?

Its a bit embarrassing to say this, butHe cant stand anyone whos a better Warrior than he is. He despises those that take attention away from him.

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It seems he was a bit ashamed to toot his own horn while being completely overpowered by Seo Dawon. However, judging by his gritted teeth, it seems like he wasnt spouting nonsense.

Should I say that I felt within him a wave of anger unique to those that have suffered at the hands of many fools?

Seo Dawon cut his rambling short and asked another question. But youve been in touch with Ahn Joosung during the <Tower of Command> raid, havent you?

Thats right. I think Kim Sangyoon was angry that Ahn Joosung didnt inform him of something and betrayed him.

Ahn Joosung may hate me, but Im not in the position to readily show my mutual hatred. Kim Sangyoon answered, calmly. He promised to inform us before he defeated the final boss, so we could join the battle and split the rewards.

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ButI guess he had no intention of honoring his promise. I guess I was a fool to believe him.

To reiterate

Kim Sangyoon knew that Ahn Joosung didnt like him, but he endured the abuse to mooch from his statusIn the end, he ended up with nothing but water while Ahn Joosung took the entire feast at the <Tower of Command> raid.

Coincidentally, I, who was in his party, suddenly made large amounts of money selling Barnasiums and exchanged business cards with Bae Jaemin, who was well known as Ahn Joosungs partnerWow. Even I would think the whole situation looked fishy.

When Sangyoons story finished, Seo Dawon roughly grabbed at his hair and lifted him. Kim Sangyoon trembled with fear and closed his eyes, trying not to look at his assailant.

Laughing at his pitiful appearance, Seo Dawon said, I thought I would gouge out your eyes if you looked at mehow quick-witted of you.

Please..

Do you want to live?

Kim Sangyoon nodded like crazy, even though his hair was locked in Seo Dawons grasp. The desperation in his face turned my stomach, and I found it hard to continue to observe any more of this one-sided interrogation.

However, Seo Dawons eyes became colder as Kim Sangyoon acted more servile. You knowwhat you said was damn funny.

What?

If youre telling the truth, then you should have threatened Ahn Joosung, your betrayer, or Bae Jaemin, his direct supporter. Why would you try to beat our cute Lee-kyung-ie, hmm? After drinking, too.

Hearing him call me cute, I thought Seo Dawon was joking. Surprisingly, though, his expression was devoid of all amusement. I could feel the bloodthirst rolling off of him, chilling my spine.

What I found most disgusting is that, after drinking, you made the conscious decision to visit Choi Lee-kyungs house. Why did you come here? You wanted to beat him into a bloody rice cake, didnt you? 1

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N-no. I just wanted to talk.

I see people these days call holding someone up by their collar, talking'

Slap!

Seo Dawon struck Kim Sangyoon across his cheek.

The blow was intense enough to turn his entire head. Even after being slapped, Kim Sangyoon did not open his eyes. Seo Dawon warned him, Dont talk nonsense to me. After being left with nothing so many times by Bae Jaemin and Ahn Joosung, you went to drink out of frustration. Theres no way you could have vented your frustrations onto themyou would have been crushed. While you were out, someone must have spread the rumor about Bae Jaemin and Lee-kyung exchanging business cards. They probably also talked about the Barnasiums there as well.

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So youre here to sate your angeryoure here because you got provokedWell, tell me if Im right. Youre here to soothe your bruised pride. Dont you think so?

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Why cant you stand Bae Jaemin or Ahn Juseong picking on you? After all, youre here to pick on someone weaker than you. Bastard, youre the same as them.

For a moment, I thought Seo Dawons words were too heavy-handedtoo harshComplex emotions welled up inside of me. The uncomfortable shame of weaknessa feeling of reliefOne after the other the two blended in my conflicted heart.

Im sorry. Im so sorry Kim Sangyoon began to beg with both his hands clasped together.

Seo Dawon let him go, laughing, Where are you directing that apology?

Sangyoon opened his eyes very carefully, quickly turned his back on Seo Dawon, and crawled to me on his knees. Im so sorry! So Sorry!

I wasnt happy that he looked so broken; I wasnt sure I could forgive him and send him back in this state. I hesitated, unable to do this or that.

Behind Kim Sangyoons back, Seo Dawon gestured with his hands, as if he could perceive my concerns. He started moving his fingers as if he typing into the air.

Seo Dawon: I think this guy might come in handy.

Seo Dawon: Lets make a living servant, kek

As expected, he was sending a message through the system.

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Contrary to what he wrote, however, Seo Dawon insisted on killing Kim Sangyoon with a vicious tone.

Lee-kyung-ah, what should we do? Should I kill him?

Wuuu Kim Sangyoon whimpered.

I recommend quickly killing him, to divert any future troubles.

I-I have a trusty mouth! Lee-kyung-nim! Please. 2

Seo Dawon: Reverse psychology, lolol

I looked between Kim Sangyoons frightened expression, Seo Dawons expectant, grinning face, and the system message that anticipated far too much from me.

He probably wanted me to play the good cop to his threatening bad cop, saving Kim Sangyoons life with kindness

I shook my head and spoke in an awkward tone, Lets. see. No. matter. how. much. wrong. hes. done. killing. someone. is. way. too. overboard.

L-Lee-kyung-nim.!

Seo Dawon: Idiot, lolololololol

Seo Dawon: Whats with your acting?

Ive never done anything like this before, so I sounded as if I was reading off some script.

Seo Dawon hadnt even given me an advance warningI got frustrated at his shoulders shaking with silent laughter. Shut up! I said.

Fortunately, Kim Sangyoon was far too scared to notice our suspicious behavior. He clung to my feet, I-If youd just spare me, Ill do anything. Lee-kyung-nim, please..!

TL: That feel when MC is horrible at improv.

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