Otherworld Quest Dilemma
I'd managed to calm Yu Seoyeon down about marriage for now, putting it on hold, but I still couldn't shake the unease. On top of that, there was the immediate issue of cohabitation. No doubt she'd try to drag me into her place somehow. Sure, living together at her house would have its conveniences in all sorts of ways. But despite those perks, I had a damn good reason to avoid it.
'If only I could sort out this Otherworld Quest somehow...'
It was all because of the Otherworld Quest. Unlike the Training Room where time didn't pass, quests to the otherworld definitely involved the flow of time. That meant my body was transferring to another world. I wasn't sure if it was my actual body moving or just my mind, but the wolf bite scar from last time was still there, so it seemed like both body and mind went along for the ride. Given that, deciding to move in with her was no small matter.
"Wanna eat?"
Suddenly, she wrapped her arms tightly around me and spoke. I nodded slightly in response.
"Yeah."
"What do you want?"
"How about chicken?"
Without much thought, she nodded and leaned in, pressing her lips to mine. The soft smooch tickled my ears pleasantly. I let out a light chuckle, caressed her voluptuous body gently, and got up.
After that, we headed to the bathroom together, washed each other off, and stepped out.
"Let's eat there."
She suddenly pointed at a nurungji chicken joint.
"Sure."
I nodded obediently and went inside with her. Nurungji chicken, priced around 16,000 won per bird, was grilled over charcoal and served over crispy scorched rice. The pieces were a bit small, but the tender, juicy meat made it popular with college girls. Especially since it was low on grease—Lee Eunha loved it for that reason. I did too. The mustard sauce paired perfectly with the meat.
"This is pretty good."
She seemed to like it too, smiling happily as she ate a breast piece.
"Not having any drumsticks?"
"Nah, you eat 'em."
She handed me the drumstick without hesitation, letting me hog them all. Looked like chicken was best shared with Yu Seoyeon. Anyway, we chatted idly while polishing off the chicken, then dug into the crispy scorched rice underneath.
"What the hell?"
She blurted out suddenly.
"Isn't it a good thing, though?"
At my question, she scoffed.
"Good? This? It's a dumb move."
"Dumb?"
"Yeah. People would've forgotten eventually if she'd just laid low. Why stir it up now? That bitch really has no brains."
She was right—most folks, including me, had moved on from the underage ship orgy scandal. Sure, some remembered, but they weren't saying much. Even Daehan Hangun's ridership, which tanked back then, was back to normal. There were no real alternatives, especially from Incheon—no other ferry line matched them. So even if you wanted to boycott, you couldn't.
"Still, the apology itself is progress."
"For who?"
"The public."
"Why? What's in it for them? All they got was her head bowed."
"What about the fired captain?"
"Think that guy's gonna last if he goes back? He'll be ostracized at work—it's inevitable. Bet he quits soon."
"..."
Her words left me speechless.
"That idiot did something pointless."
She glared at Lee Hyunju on screen with contempt. I mulled it over.
'Yeah, doesn't look resolved at all.'
I'd thought a genuine public apology was enough— the right thing to do. But no. Nothing changed for anyone.
'...Maybe have her do something actually helpful for society?'
There were endless ways she could contribute. I gathered my thoughts and spoke.
"What would you have done?"
"It never would've happened if it was me."
She shot back sharply, as if wondering why I'd even ask. Clearly, she didn't want to dwell on Lee Hyunju. I gave a wry smile and dropped it, ordering two beers instead to enjoy with her.
The next morning, she greeted me as usual when I woke. But I'd risen a bit early today—she hadn't washed up yet. I leaned down, kissed her lips, and asked,
"Wanna wash up together?"
She nodded right away and followed me into the bathroom.
"You're impressive as always."
No sooner had we entered than she pressed right up against me, squishing her huge breasts into my chest. Her hand slid down to stroke my cock teasingly, seducing me outright. I chuckled wryly.
"If we do this, we might be tight on time for breakfast and heading out."
"Then breakfast can be this."
She dropped to a crouch, letting saliva drip onto my swollen glans, then wrapped her delicate fingers around my shaft and started stroking.
"Ngh."
Her touch felt so good I groaned involuntarily.
'She's definitely getting better...'
Not just sex—her foreplay was improving too. At this rate, she might overpower me.
'...Gotta step it up.'
Bedroom was my one edge over her. Lose that, and I'd be totally under her thumb. I swallowed hard, watching her.
"Haa."
Breathing raggedly, she stroked me with one hand while fingering herself with the other. Utterly lewd. I smiled faintly and caressed her lips.
"...Want me to use my mouth?"
She looked up slightly at my touch.
She apologized, but the situation isn't over yet. Now, let's use Lee Hyunju to do some good!