Chapter 152
Chapter 152
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Translator: Vine
Chapter: 152
Chapter Title: Trouble Maker
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Maldives. One of the resorts here. True to its reputation as a tourist spot, it blended perfectly with the surroundings.
The terrace was wide open, giving the feeling of becoming one with nature the moment you stepped out.
It was an expensive place. I had no idea if it was really expensive, but it had to be. Better to believe it was pricey even if it wasn't.
Yeah. This place is expensive. I decided so, so it is.
And on the terrace of such a resort, I sat facing the sea breeze.
While watching the two blondes in front of me.
"That was fun, right?!"
They spun around laughing happily, looking just like a close mother and daughter. Normally, I'd either join them or be snapping photos of Levatein.
One or the other. But not today. I was lounging in a rocking chair, petting the cat.
"Is it really okay to be that happy?"
Those two nearly put us in danger, after all. Sure, pranks are fun—we're on vacation, so we should play hard. Surprise attacks from the water? She loved doing that as a kid.
But Isia can't swim. She could've drowned during practice.
Of course, nothing happened, and we all had a blast afterward.
Still, it could've been dangerous for Isia. I need to give them a stern talking-to.
I was about to open my mouth when—
"What're we having for dinner? Fish, right? Fish?!"
"Super tasty!! Top-quality fish melts in your mouth with just a sprinkle of salt!!"
"You wanna eat it, right!!"
"Hear that, Seong-hoon?!"
Raphael scooped up Levatein and ran over, eyes sparkling. The little blonde below her had sparkling eyes too.
"Haa."
No way I could say no here. And how could I scold them when they were having so much fun?
Nothing bad happened, after all. I'll let it slide this time. No mercy next time.
I stood up. Seeing Lachesis leap to the floor, I pulled a black card from my pocket.
"Lachesis."
"You can eat in human form."
I slipped the card between my fingers and looked at the two blondes. They approached, cooing "Ooh~."
"It's not my money."
Party time today. Eat whatever you want.
The grand mage has plenty of cash. Or she can earn it. Nothing loosens the purse strings like spending someone else's money.
Corporate cards work the same way. Thanks, Rosaline!! I'll never forget this favor.
Probably. Yeah. For real.
"We can really spend without holding back?!"
"Yeah. Ro... whatever covers it."
"Awesome!!"
Today, even I'm a good dad.
"I told you to eat in moderation."
"M-My stomach feels like it's gonna burst. What do I do? Is this it? Like an alien popping out of my belly?"
"Don't say creepy stuff!!"
I quickly covered Levatein's ears. Who knew these two gluttons would end up like this?
I told them to take it slow, but they devoured everything like maniacs. Self-inflicted.
"Levatein. Overdoing it backfires."
"Yeah. Backfire."
Right. That's it. I stroked Levatein's head and explained the meaning.
"Too much, and you end up like the idiots right in front of you."
Perfect explanation. If anyone can do better, step up. Even Confucius couldn't top this.
Levatein nodded like she got it, shaking her head. I headed to the rocking chair and sat. Normally, I'd be dodging angel punches or cat punches by now, but the overeating duo was sprawled out.
I leisurely handed Levatein my phone, played a kids' video, and got to my own tasks.
"Seong-hoon. What if my stomach actually bursts and I die?"
"You'd go back to Heaven Realm."
"Then you'd be left alone."
"I'll manage. Bye."
"You gotta grab me at times like this!! Grab me!"
I had tons to do, but she was annoying me, so I reached out. That should do it, right? But Raphael crawled over clumsily.
And grabbed my hand.
"Gotcha."
"What're you doing."
"I saved you once, right, Seong-hoon?"
"You just broke out on your own."
"Not honest."
Maybe. Thinking about it, she had a point. Lily said she only made a hole in the space. Not like Raphael, who shattered the whole thing.
She ultimately broke me out, though. Hate to admit it. She'd brag for sure.
So I stayed quiet, and Raphael grinned before continuing.
"So help me when I'm in danger, Seong-hoon."
"What kinda obvious crap is that? When have I not?"
"True."
Raphael's smile deepened. No clue why she'd ask something so obvious and grin like that. Have I ever not helped?
I've helped way more than she's helped me.
"Cut the nonsense and sleep. You look sleepy. Tired, huh? Be honest."
"Obviously sleepy."
After all that play and food, who'd not be? Wait, no. Angels are like humans anyway.
"Go inside and crash."
"Don't wanna wake up at dawn..."
"Try. Want me to smack your head with a frying pan?"
"My wings might smack you."
That'd kill me? Full power kill?
If I die, Dragon Ball can revive me. Got 'em? Not yet. Got a 2-star in my heart.
As we bantered nonsense, Levatein on my lap rubbed her eyes.
My long parenting instincts screamed: sleepy signal.
"Levatein sleepy?"
Yep. I smiled and handed her over; Raphael took her naturally, hugging her close. Smooth, effortless motion.
Just scary. Parenting instinct.
Well, thanks to Levatein, Raphael's heading in. Now I can do my stuff and prep for bed.
"Night."
As I said it, Raphael turned back from the doorway. Half-lidded eyes, a quick bow—
"Seong-hoon."
"Yeah."
"No sneaking out at night."
I'm an adult, you know.
"You're an idiot?"
What feeling? You're just dumb. Lachesis, back in black cat form from beautiful cat-eared girl, sat on my lap.
I stroked her plush fur and opened the [Menu].
Several blue windows greeted me. Felt like ages since I last checked.
"No wonder my luck's been insane lately."
One impossible thing after another. Guess it was the elixirs absorbing fully. Pink-tinted school life from here on?
That'd be great. No more getting pushed around by vampires, demons, or half-demons?
"Agility High too."
High Agility is elite. Insanely high. How'd I go from Low Agility to this?
Ah. Monopolizing opportunities, that's how.
Tons of backlog besides. Expanded the Mind Map in [Skills], checked Benia and Lily in [Subordinates].
Managed neglected items too. Amid that, one caught my eye.
Of course, the [Spirit's Core]. Gotta deal with this quick. That's why we're here.
"Lachesis. Any spirit spots around?"
Spirit spots: environments spirits love. Surrounded by nature. Few humans, untouched by civilization.
Rare in modern times, so spirit mages compromise with forests.
But I'm in Maldives. Bound to be spots if I look.
Got a great catalyst too—waste to half-ass it. So I asked Lachesis, but her answer floored me.
"For real?"
"Cool. No other prep needed?"
Other prep: Spirit mages need affinity or summoning only. Catalyst to call, mana for contract, summoning ritual.
Nice. Nailed the catalyst, huh?
I pulled the [Spirit's Core] from [Inventory] without hesitation. Good thing I caught that ancient spirit.
"Outside?"
Don't wanna wreck the room. Hate owing for repairs. I stood, saying that.
And then—
"Ah."
Foot caught. On the rocking chair's footrest. Why's that even there? My fault too, maybe.
Mixed feelings. Vision tilting—saw the transparent orb rolling from my hand.
That alone would've been fine.
"You've gotta be kidding."
No wonder luck was too good.
Wind swirled. Centered on the orb. Started small. Then grew.
Uncontrollably. By the time my face hit the floor, furniture flew in the gale.
"Goddammit."
Glass shattering assaulted my ears.
"..."
Isia stared at her open palm. The hand she'd held onto at the beach earlier.
Her heart wouldn't calm for some reason, and looking at it made her face heat up.
'Not arrhythmia.'
Not vascular. Checked multiple times.
'Not mental illness either.'
Then what? She looked up at the night sky. Her burning face cooled a bit.
"Only happens around Lee Seong-hoon."
Trauma? Mental trauma? Too much from him?
'No.'
Isia shook her head. She'd received more than suffered. Certain.
Trauma would've kept her away entirely.
What then? Therapy? Even recalled that "love feelings" article—
CRASH—!!!!!!!!
Glass breaking. Not one. Multiple at once. Clear even from a distance.
But that wasn't all. Visible in the dark night sky.
A storm raged.
"What the hell?!"
No answer, but she knew.
This island had two troublemakers.