Planning Yuria's Introduction
We returned to the lab after clearing the C-class gate that had appeared in New Zealand. Since the monster had emerged at dawn, Sehwa said she was tired and wanted to rest. She slipped into the small room in the corner of the lab, and I looked at the doctor with pity. The doctor was exhausted every single day from developing the new device. The dark circles under her eyes had sunk so low they were impossible to miss.
“Doctor, you know I have a lot of money, right? I run several companies.”
The doctor frowned. “You trying to brag?”
“No, that’s not it. One of my companies is working with a real estate developer. He lives in Daejeon…”
“And?”
“We were having a meal to discuss business when he said something strange.”
“Strange? Like what?”
“He has an acquaintance who knows someone who’s close with the aliens that open the gates.”
The doctor’s eyes widened. The fatigue vanished from her gaze, replaced by a sharp glint. “Is that true?”
“I don’t know if he was drunk and joking… but I’m just telling you exactly what I heard.”
“What’s the name of that businessman you’re working with?”
“Kim Taegon. He’s in his early fifties… and I believe he lives in Yuseong-gu, Daejeon.”
The doctor stroked her chin, lost in thought. She was probably calculating the odds of me, someone tied to the lab, meeting Kim Taegon and hearing about gates. Just take it easy. You’re already exhausted.
“Do you know the name of this acquaintance of Kim Taegon’s?”
“No. I don’t.”
“What do you think? Does it sound like bragging? Or could it be real?”
“Honestly, I lean toward the former. A regular businessman having a connection like that seems unlikely. But…”
“You think it’s still worth looking into?”
“Yes. I believe it has enough value. If you’re too busy, I can look into it myself.”
Dr. Cash smiled warmly and patted my back. “Good. I’ll leave it to you. Since you already know the person, you’ll probably find out faster than I could.”
“I will. How’s the new device coming along?”
At that, the doctor let out a long sigh. “Haa… It’s about halfway done. My husband is so brilliant it’s hard to keep up. We also need to make a separate suit, which is a pain.”
“A suit? Would you like me to help?”
“Look at those wide eyes. If I left it to you, it’d probably end up looking like something from a magical girl anime… I’ll do it myself. Don’t even dream about it.”
Yeah, you handle everything. It was just a casual offer. All I had to do was feed the information Marcela had obtained into my head. But seriously, what the hell? The current suit is already plenty magical-girl-like. What kind of nonsense is that?
“Understood…”
I put on a dejected act. The doctor chuckled. “I’m kidding. If we have time later, we can work on it together. For now, live your life. You’ve been through a lot.”
Through a lot? I’ve never gone through anything like that… Hehe…
“Yes. By the way, it seems Sehwa is really looking forward to the new device. She was so excited about getting a new friend…”
“I know. I’ve been thinking it’s about time to find a suitable candidate.”
“A suitable candidate…”
“Someone with a strong sense of justice. But it’s not easy to find one. There are a few prospects, but none of them feel right.”
Prospects? Bullshit. The second one has to be Yuria without question. It has to be Yuria, with her light green hair flowing as she fires her bow.
“You and Sehwa met by chance, right? It was like fate.”
“Yes. It really was a fated encounter.”
“The second one will be the same. They say connections find their way. Don’t worry too much.”
I’m the one creating that connection. The moment she sees Yuria, she’ll instantly think suitable candidate, so stop stressing.
“Thanks for the encouragement.”
“Of course. I’ll take Sehwa and head out now.”
“Alright. You’re steadily increasing the device’s capacity, right?”
“I’m raising it every single day without rest. You just told me to live my life… Don’t you think your words are a bit contradictory?”
“Shut up. Just go with it.”
“You must be going crazy…”
Grumbling, I entered the room and lifted Sehwa into my arms. She rubbed her eyes sleepily.
“Jihyeok…”
“Sleepyhead. Wrap your arms around my neck.”
“Mm… Are we going home now?”
“We should. Let’s go back and rest properly.”
“I had a dream about eating tteokbokki…”
Sehwa’s roundabout way of saying she wanted tteokbokki. I let out a small laugh and nodded.
“Is there a snack place open twenty-four hours?”
“There’s one on Han University Street…”
“Alright. Let’s buy some and take it home.”
“Hee…”
Don’t laugh so cutely. If you ever show that smile to anyone but me, you’re dead.
**
Chewing with my mouth full, I scolded Sehwa, who was smiling happily across from me.
“You should eat some too. You said you wanted tteokbokki, so why are you giving it all to me? And am I a kid? Stop feeding me.”
“It’s because I like watching you eat it so much… Oh, right. Seunghyeon said he paid off all his debt.”
You’re only telling me now? Damn, that’s slow.
“Really? That’s good news.”
“His work schedule changed too, so it might get annoying. He wants to meet more often?”
“Just meet him casually. Did you buy that masturbation device?”
“Yeah. I ordered it.”
Whew… I knew she was serious, but her drive is no joke, Sehwa. I’ll enjoy watching it thoroughly.
“Poor guy. How pathetic.”
“No, if Seunghyeon likes it, then it’s not pathetic.”
“Well, that’s true.”
After our pointless conversation, we cleaned the table and sat on the sofa. As always, Sehwa rested her head on my lap. I gently stroked her hair. Her eyes slowly closed, and a pleasant smile bloomed on her lips. She’s been craving my touch a lot lately.
“Is Yu Seunghyeon still living in a hotel room?”
“Yeah. He’s looking for a place, but nothing seems to catch his eye. But…”
“Hm?”
“It looks like he wants to live here. He subtly asked me about it.”
I already knew that. He checked the monthly rent prices. But he can’t afford that kind of big money. Don’t worry.
“Really? I have no intention of letting Yu Seunghyeon move in here. The security is good enough that we don’t need a guard dog.”
“Even if you wanted to let him in, I would have opposed it.”
“As you should. Oh, we should start looking for a new house too…”
“Why?”
“The lab equipment is piling up. Doesn’t it feel cramped?”
“The cramped place was the studio I used to live in. I like it here. If we move somewhere bigger, it’ll feel empty.”
“Really? Hmm…”
To give it a proper second-lab feel, we probably should move… But this place is already big enough, and managing a huge house with just the two of us would be exhausting. Let’s put it on hold for now.
Sehwa watched my thoughtful expression carefully.
“If you want to move, we can. I’ll follow you anywhere.”
“Let’s think about it later. For now, we should go for a walk. As punishment for not listening, I need to give you some outdoor exposure. And while we’re at it, let’s give a little present to Yu Seunghyeon, who’s following our Twinkle account.”
At those words, Sehwa’s face turned bright red like a ripe persimmon.
“It’s still dawn… I need to sleep…?”
“You’re wide awake now. No more excuses.”
“…Okay.”
Looking embarrassed, Sehwa went into the bedroom and started changing. She’s the one who’s actually more into it.
**
Lately, Marcela blushed every time she saw my face. The device copying was progressing smoothly, and she was starting to get her hopes up. I was secretly looking forward to it too, but I didn’t show it.
Sitting on the throne, I rested my chin on my hand and asked, “What about Choi Aram?”
“Ah, yes! That…”
Marcela jumped in surprise and hesitated. It was obvious—she had been imagining getting fucked senseless by me. What a lewd bitch.
“It will take some time… Brainwashing her with drugs until her mind is a blank slate requires a long period…”
“What I want isn’t a passive puppet that only obeys orders. I don’t want hypnosis or mind control. I want perfect domination… I want her to keep her original personality but devote absolute loyalty to me.”
A subordinate who could live normally with her family, lover, and others, then stab them in the back the moment I gave the order. How fucking arousing.
“For that… you would need to use Your Majesty’s factor…”
“I have no desire to use my factor on such a vulgar woman. It will only be given to the sacred Beast Slayers.”
“…..”
Marcela pouted for a moment before quickly returning to normal. Look at her. Trying to act up again?
“Do you have a complaint?”
“N-no, I don’t…”
“Then stop talking and get to work.”
“Understood…”
Marcela looked downcast. I crooked my finger, gesturing for her to come closer. Her face instantly brightened. She approached slowly, the sound of her heels echoing, her body trembling. I simply watched her with a smirk, not making any other move.
After a long, long time of silently staring into my eyes, Marcela squeezed her thighs together.
“…. Your Majesty…”
“…..”
“I… I was wrong… I’ll work hard…”
“…..”
“Please… stop looking at me like that…”
She really is quite cute when you look at her. Like a dog wagging its tail at me. A very loyal dog.
“Why? Am I not allowed to cherish my faithful subordinate?”
“Kyaa… That’s not it, buuut…♡”
“Now that I look at you, you’re truly beautiful, Marcela. I’m looking forward to the day I embrace you.”
“Huaaah…”
Strength left her body. She collapsed with a wet thud, knees together and legs splayed outward. I waited with a benevolent smile. Marcela struggled back to her feet, dripping with love juices.
“I’m… looking forward to it too…”
“Explain to me about the largest criminal organization in South Korea.”
She stammered. “I-in… Daegu… they operate… Ahh… In Daegu… Mmm…”
Disliking her own stuttering, Marcela bit her lower lip hard. Her protruding fangs pierced the flesh, and bright red blood trickled out. That must hurt.
“It’s an organization active in Daegu… They use future weapons smuggled from around the world…”
“Have you taken control of them?”
“Not yet…”
“Then have Amon do it. We need to make Leona wipe them out.”
“Wouldn’t such an organization be suppressed in an instant…? Even without Leona, the military could…”
“We just need to make them come up to Seoul.”
“…. May I ask what you are thinking…?”
“Leona needs to taste blood as well, doesn’t she?”
Marcela’s eyes widened. “Then… you want Leona to commit murder…”
“I don’t expect that much yet. Send them up tomorrow.”
“Understood…”
After hearing Marcela’s reply, I rose from the throne. I gently wiped the blood flowing from her lip down her chin with my finger. Then, sucking the blood off that finger, I walked past her.
“Haaah…!”
A coquettish cry followed by a wet splat. She collapsed again after squirting. Teasing her like this is truly delightful. I’ll have to train her like this for a while.