Chapter 63
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Translator: MadScientist
Chapter: 63
Chapter Title: Finally, Contact from Song Ji-hyun
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After letting off all my pent-up lust with Han Yu-ra, I slept like a baby.
I woke up feeling refreshed and headed to the office with a clear mind.
Today, I was the first one in again.
I started cleaning up, and soon Han Yu-ra arrived.
She flashed me a bright smile and took her seat next to mine. Confirming no one else was around,
"Good morning, hubby."
"Whoa..."
"Hehe."
She called me "hubby" in such a shy, adorable way.
"That's cheating first thing in the morning, sunbae."
"No one's here, so I just... tried it out."
A fluffy wave of emotion surged through me.
Is this what being in love feels like? Maybe that's why office romances happen.
"If you get me worked up like this, you're gonna have to take responsibility, sunbae."
"Ah, not in the morning..."
Even so, being at the office must make her hesitant.
Lee Yu-jin and Choi Sung-hwa arrived. Kang Seo-yoon started her work too.
The next shoot was featuring Han Yu-ra's item, so she was laser-focused.
I helped her as much as I could from the side.
We handled our morning tasks as usual, then had lunch.
While taking a break in the pantry with some tea, Han Yu-ra called me over.
"Min-seong, can we talk for a sec?"
"Sure."
We headed up to the rooftop, just the two of us.
"What's up, sunbae?"
"I feel like I have to tell you this."
"What is it?"
"I'm... sorry to you, but I don't think I can break up with Hyun-soo yet."
She looked like she'd agonized over it deeply, her face full of self-reproach as she forced the words out.
Of course she's conflicted. It's only natural.
Cheating on her boyfriend with a junior? No way her conscience would let that slide easily.
I'd seen it coming, so I wasn't fazed.
"What are you sorry for? I'm fine with it, sunbae."
"Really... you're okay with it?"
"Yeah. You definitely shouldn't break up."
Not if I want to do her right in front of Kang Hyun-soo.
Even if she tried to break up first, I'd use my Conviction ability to stop her.
This works out perfectly.
"You've been with Kang Hyun-soo for seven years. Breaking up suddenly would start weird rumors. Plus, he's transferring here soon. You'd feel awkward, and who knows what bullshit he'd pull? You'd end up getting hurt in the process."
"Is that why you don't want me to break up?"
"Yeah. I hate the thought of you getting hurt most of all."
Her eyes softened with a touch of emotion at my words.
"Thanks, Min-seong. I know it's shameless, but you're right. I'm scared of getting hurt, and Hyun-soo... I still feel sorry for him, so I can't."
"I'm really okay with it."
"It's my first love, seven years together. My feelings aren't sorted out yet. Even after what happened with you, I still have feelings for Hyun-soo."
"You came to me to control your urges in the first place. Just follow your heart, sunbae."
"Thank you so much. Really... and I'm sorry."
"Don't say that. Just treat me like your hubby when we're alone."
"Mmm. I promise."
She probably feels guilty toward Kang Hyun-soo for losing herself to pleasure and giving her body to me.
And toward me, for giving her body but not her heart.
Calling me "hubby" and letting go of her shame doesn't mean she's in love with me.
'He's too nice. Really.'
If Han Yu-ra were a truly bad woman, she'd feel no guilt toward Kang Hyun-soo and just enjoy herself with me guilt-free.
She wouldn't even apologize to me like this.
Of course, stringing two guys along without deciding is wrong.
But since it's what I want, I don't care.
"Alright then, sunbae. Wanna give your hubby's dick a quick suck?"
"H-here?"
"We're alone right now. And it's all walled off—no one will see."
"Th-that's true, I guess."
"Please, Yu-ra?"
She flinched—
"...Okay, hubby."
She submitted right away, dropping to her knees and unzipping me.
She took my rock-hard cock straight into her mouth and started sucking.
That's why I want her even more.
Sweeter and more considerate than anyone.
But in bed, she turns into a slutty succubus.
How could I ever let a woman like this go?
"Tell me anytime you want it too, Yu-ra."
*Slurp—*
"Mmmph."
Her skilled blowjob let me unload refreshingly.
*Gulp.*
Han Yu-ra swallowed every drop without a second thought now.
****
Not long after Han Yu-ra went back down,
my phone rang.
"Hello?"
-It's Song Ji-hyun.
"Yes? Oh, hi! Hello!"
It was the call from Song Ji-hyun I'd been dying for.
I was thrilled after waiting so long.
"I'm honored you called first."
-...Well, I've thought it over.
"Go ahead, please."
-Scenarios can't be leaked under any circumstances. Where... should we meet?
Scenario leaks are a big no-no.
They become movies or dramas later, so spoilers kill the hype.
That's why only agencies or actors see them—huge penalties otherwise.
'She's so sweet.'
Yet she promised me, so she couldn't say no.
'Will this work?'
I'd only used Conviction on people right in front of me so far.
Wonder if it works over the phone?
'Conviction Target Designation: Song Ji-hyun.'
[Song Ji-hyun. 26 years old]
'Ugh!'
Favorability and Trust dropped.
Probably because asking to see the scenario is such a huge favor.
It's basically unethical for an actor.
But it designated her as a Conviction target.
"So you're worried about leaks, right?"
-Yeah, pretty much...
"Coming to our office isn't feasible."
-That's tough too. There are... people there.
"Right, too crowded. Only one option left."
-...
"How about your place, actress?"
-Pardon? M-my house?
"Yeah. Quiet, private. No leak worries. And I can even help analyze your script—perfect spot."
My blood was pumping.
Could I really go to this trending actress's home?
-S-so, you'd see the scenario... at my place?
"Can't do it at mine. You can't come here."
-True, but...
She's seriously conflicted.
Logically sound, but she hates inviting strangers home.
Classic INFP traits showing.
Homebody who guards her space fiercely.
"I'll only come when you're home. Just read the script and leave. I won't even bring my phone if you want."
-Oh... okay then. Yeah, let's do that.
C-Grade Conviction successful.
10 points awarded.
Current points: 130
It worked.
Getting closer to Song Ji-hyun little by little fills me with excitement.
"When are you free? I'll come then."
-Tomorrow's my day off, but...
No hesitation—I went for it.
"Can I swing by after work tomorrow evening?"
-...Sure.
"Thank you! Text me the address, and I'll sneak over like a little mouse!"
-Pfft.
Eh? She laughed.
-You don't have to be that sneaky. I just moved, no one knows me here anyway.
"Even better!"
-I'll text it. And keep the address secret, okay?
"Of course!"
-If it leaks... I'll tell Kang Writer on you.
"Don't worry! I live off this show too—no way I'd risk it."
-I trust you, Writer.
I hung up and yelled at the sky.
"Yes! Yes! Yessss!"
****
The next day, right after work, I hopped in a taxi to the address Song Ji-hyun texted.
"Modest place."
Her apartment was a 25-pyeong unit not far from the office.
"She's just starting to make real money."
I rode the elevator up and cautiously rang the bell.
Dead silence for a bit—super cautious—then the door opened.
"Come in."
"Thought I'd gotten the wrong place."
"Had to check who it was."
She must've seen my face through the peephole.
Anyway...
'Whoa. Killer body.'
Didn't expect me this early?
She'd been doing yoga—mat out in the living room, her in leggings and a crop top.
Dressed like that with that figure? Easy to misread.
Looks like she's seducing me.
'Probably not.'
Kang Seo-yoon said Song Ji-hyun lacks social experience.
Before acting, just home and school. Model student.
Even after starting, just academy and home, grinding away.
So she doesn't grasp her body's impact.
'Still...'
She must notice guys' stares on set.
Whatever. Thanks for the eye candy.
"Working out, huh?"
"Yeah."
"Routine at this hour?"
"Pretty much..."
Yup. Kept her routine, opened the door without a second thought when I showed.
"W-wait a sec."
Finally clocked her outfit. She flustered, dashed to her room.
'Tch.'
Should've kept quiet and enjoyed the view longer.
She does have some awareness of guys' gazes.
She came back in an oversized white tee and comfy training pants.
Her usual homewear, I guess. Kinda disappointing—covers everything.
'Time to start.'
Steady Conviction use had built up points: 130P now.
No pressure using skills.
Activated Thought Reading.
Confirmed it works on Kang Seo-yoon—gotta use it on Song Ji-hyun.
'Yeah, it's uncomfortable. But... he's a guy anyway.'
Popped up instantly.
I reacted right away.
"Hope I'm not intruding? Think of me as your manager if it helps. Might put you more at ease."
"Ah, yeah."
'Yeah. Better to think of it that way.'
Today's goal: one.
Get close to this top trending actress somehow.
Need that foundation to push further later.