Chapter 131: Eternal Spire (17)
Translator: RaidenTL
Chapter 131: Eternal Spire (17)
A week had passed since I arrived on the 2nd floor.
"Seo-yun, a strange rumor is spreading."
Tia spoke as she quietly opened the door and entered. Her tone was calm, but it held a subtle, hidden anger.
"What kind of rumor?"
I looked at her, lifting my head slightly. At that moment, a thrilling pleasure from below shattered my concentration. Between my legs, Kim So-yeon was engrossed in sucking my dick.
Schlorp… slurp… schlick…
Her lips enveloped my shaft, going deeper and deeper. Her warm, skillful tongue coiled around the sensitive parts.
Tia glanced at Kim So-yeon for a moment before turning her gaze back to me.
"A rumor is going around that you're intentionally neglecting the raid party to get participants killed. It also says you plan to monopolize all the rewards from now on."
"The insects wouldn't have the luxury to come up with that on their own. Did someone start it on purpose?"
"Yes, Yoon Jae-ho and Austin are leading the effort. The parties that raided with us are actively supporting them, too. And…"
Tia’s voice trailed off for a moment.
"And what?"
"Yoon Jae-ho noticed the snakes. It's become difficult to keep him under surveillance."
"Tsk. He noticed faster than I thought."
Sluuurp… schlick…
The pressure in Kim So-yeon’s mouth was slowly bringing me to the edge.
I grabbed her head firmly and pushed it down deep.
Tia watched Kim So-yeon with an envious look before speaking again.
"It seems Yoon Jae-ho and Austin are moving systematically to win over the other participants."
Gulp… Gulp!
At that moment, Kim So-yeon’s throat bobbed as she swallowed my cum.
"What should we do?"
"Leave them be for now," I said quietly, stroking Kim So-yeon's hair. She rested her face on my thigh and licked the semen from the corner of her mouth. The sight was somehow cute, and also loyal.
"So-yeon, you can go now."
"Yes…"
Kim So-yeon gave me a lingering, regretful look before getting up and leaving the room. As her figure disappeared, Tia spoke quietly.
"If we keep leaving them alone, they'll become a nuisance. Will that be alright?"
"Hmm, you have a point."
I tapped my fingers on the desk, slowly organizing my thoughts.
"Still, I should probably manage my reputation a little. Making more enemies than necessary is just a pain."
I opened my inventory and handed Tia a pouch full of gold.
"It's 5,000 gold."
"How should I use it?"
"Distribute it among the participants as a 'support fund.' Prioritize those who suffered losses during the 1st-floor boss raid."
Tia nodded.
"And spread the word that if it weren't for me, there would have been far more casualties."
"Understood."
After Tia left, I began to get ready. It was almost time for my meeting with Isia.
Guess it's time to focus on Isia.
I slipped on a high-end jacket and headed to our meeting spot.
I made my way to Crystal Garden, located in the central district of the 2nd floor.
When I arrived, Isia was already waiting for me. She was wearing a white one-piece dress, her long hair swept to one side as she turned to look at me.
"Seo-yun, you're here."
"Have you been waiting long?"
"No, I just got here too."
She smiled brightly, but her eyes held a hint of anxiety.
"Shall we sit?"
I gestured toward a table. She nodded and took a seat.
We sat at a table in the most secluded corner of Crystal Garden. It was far enough from the other patrons to be a suitable place for a private conversation.
I sat right next to Isia and took her hand.
"Ah… Seo-yun…"
She blushed, her eyes filled with anticipation.
"Isia. Have you eaten?"
"No. Have you?"
"Not yet. Let's grab a quick bite first."
"Okay."
We started choosing from the menu, ordering food with the casual affection of lovers. With the Crystal Garden menu open, I asked Isia what she liked and recommended a few dishes. She smiled brightly and nodded.
"How about this one? I think you'll like it."
"Really? Then I'll try this."
The food arrived, and we continued our conversation naturally.
As I listened to Isia, I saw Yoon Jae-ho sitting at a distant table. His face was hidden by a low-brimmed hat, so Isia hadn't noticed him.
This bastard… he looks completely unhinged.
I muttered to myself as I watched him. His eyes were filled with obsession, and he looked ready to pounce at any moment.
"Actually… I came here today because there's something I need to tell you."
She sighed before she began, as if steeling herself to confess something.
"What is it? Why the serious face?"
"Seo-yun… there's something I found out…"
Her voice grew quiet, and her orange eyes filled with anxiety. She gripped the edge of the table with her fingertips as she continued.
"Yoon Jae-ho… he's spreading nasty rumors about you. And he's… about you…"
Isia's voice trembled slightly. Her orange eyes wavered, and she looked as if she might burst into tears at any moment.
I reached across the table and gently took her hand.
"It's okay. Don't worry about those rumors. I'll take care of Yoon Jae-ho."
"But…"
"More importantly, is it just Yoon Jae-ho? Or are Kim Min-su and Park So-young in on it too?"
I calmly changed the subject, guiding her to say more.
Isia shook her head slightly.
"Not Min-su and So-young… they're actually scolding him for it. They say he's been acting so strange lately…"
Her voice was quiet, but her concern over Yoon Jae-ho's change was palpable.
"So those two aren't being swayed by his nonsense, I see."
"Yeah… they both think he's been weird lately. So-young even got into a big fight with him about it…"
"Don't worry about it. I'll handle this myself."
"Okay… I'm sorry…"
She lowered her head, her small reply a mixture of apology and worry.
"What do you have to be sorry for?"
I shrugged and picked up the wine bottle.
"Here, have a glass of wine."
I spoke as I slowly poured the wine into her glass. Isia hesitated for a moment before carefully lifting it.
"Thank you, Seo-yun."
She raised her glass, a soft smile on her face.
After finishing our meal, we walked along the street. Having had a lot to drink, she swayed and leaned against me. I naturally wrapped an arm around her to keep her steady.
"Isia, you can't hold your liquor, can you?"
I chuckled, looking at her flushed face.
"Yeah…" she replied softly, pressing deeper into my embrace. A faint, sweet scent wafted from her orange hair.
But even then, I could still feel Yoon Jae-ho's presence following us from a distance.
"Should I take you home?"
Isia shook her head, then suddenly looked up at the sky and shouted.
"No…! I'm going to do it with Seo-yun, too…!"
Sigh… this bitch is drunk.
Her shout drew the attention of everyone nearby.
"Isia, let's go somewhere quiet first."
"Heehee, what are you going to do in a quiet place?"
Isia clung to me, rubbing her body against mine. I led her to a quiet nearby bench and sat her down.
"Huuuh… I don't feel so good."
"Just don't puke."
"Hnnng… Seo-yun… there's something I'm curious about…"
"What is it?"
"Are you and Tia… really lovers?"
"Hmm, it's complicated… I guess you could say we're like lovers?"
"Sob… sniff… but I met you first…!"
Fueled by alcohol, Isia's voice rose as tears welled in her eyes. Her face was already a mess of tears and booze.
"I! Met! You! First! So why…"
She started shaking me by the collar like a child throwing a tantrum.
"Isia, calm down."
I tried to soothe her, but she was too lost in her emotions to hear me.
Then, as if her strength gave out, she buried her face in my chest. Her shoulders began to tremble with sobs.
What a pain…
I sighed internally and was about to push her away.
"Urp…"
A sudden retching sound came from her as she lurched forward. I instinctively leaned back, trying to turn her head, but it was too late.
Fucking bitch…!
I ground my teeth, suppressing the rage boiling inside me. She was still completely out of it.
"Isia, get a grip."
"Hnnn… Seo-yun… I'm sorry… blegh…"
Isia gagged again and bent forward. I quickly turned her so she would vomit on the ground.
"Hah… seriously."
I helped Isia up and found a nearby inn.
"Let's rest here for a bit."
My plan had gone completely awry, but this situation wasn't so bad either.
I helped the stumbling Isia into a nearby inn. By the time I got a room and laid her on the bed, she had moved past vomiting and fallen into a deep sleep. Looking at her lying defenselessly on the bed, I sighed to myself.
Haa… this is like babysitting.
I was just about to reach down and take off her soiled clothes.
That's when it happened. Heavy footsteps echoed from outside the room, growing closer, and then the door burst open. The moment I saw the person entering, my brow furrowed.
"Give me Isia."
It was Yoon Jae-ho. Seeing my hand on Isia's clothes, he looked like he was about to explode.
"And why should I do that?"
I smiled leisurely and placed my hand on Isia's breast. As if to make him watch, I moved my hand slowly, squeezing her soft flesh as if savoring the texture.
"You…!"
His face twisted in an instant. The air in the room grew heavy as killing intent radiated from him, so thick it was almost visible.
"What can you do, just glaring at me like that?"
"How dare you—!"
Thwack!
The moment mana began to gather in his hand, I lifted my foot and kicked him hard in the stomach.
"Guuh…!"
Yoon Jae-ho let out a pained groan and doubled over. His face went pale in an instant, and he staggered, unable to even stand properly.
I approached him slowly. Then, I stomped on the face of the powerless man.
"Showing up in front of me so brazenly. All for some pathetic love? How foolish."
I pressed down harder with the tip of my foot, grinding his head into the floor. He struggled, his hands scrabbling at the ground, but even that was pathetic. I just put more weight on my leg and sneered.
"Gaaaaah…!"
Yoon Jae-ho cried out in agony, but I paid him no mind, looking down at him coldly.
"It's a shame the penalty prevents me from killing you in town. But tormenting you? That's perfectly possible."
A smirk played on my lips as I slowly twisted his head with the tip of my boot.
"That's why I'm going to show you something fun today. Look forward to it, Yoon Jae-ho."
Pinned to the floor, his helpless, struggling eyes were filled with rage and humiliation.