Chapter 110
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Translator: penny
Chapter: 110
Chapter Title: I'll Kiss You. Please Match Me.
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"I'll kiss you. Please match me."
A top-class celebrity was right in front of me.
She beamed at the gentle lapping waves and gasped like a child at the fireworks bursting in the night sky.
Who would ever peg her as Jin Se-ah?
If not for that hint of sky-blue hair peeking from under her hat, no one would have a clue.
I'd figured a top-tier celebrity would carry herself with gravitas—serious, composed, emotions locked down tight.
On variety shows and observational programs, she always came off so sweet and innocent that I'd assumed it was all an act.
But it didn't seem like an act at all.
She was pure as fresh snow, pristine and untainted.
Bright, cheerful, even refreshingly bubbly.
I guess I had my preconceptions.
After seeing her all glammed up so much, I'd assumed she was worlds away from anything ordinary.
"Wow! So pretty! Tae-hu? Did you see that? Isn't it just gorgeous?"
Boom boom boom!
Jin Se-ah was genuinely thrilled by the fireworks painting the sky in every color.
Watching her so elated, I could understand just how grueling her life must have been.
It had to have been tough.
I knew the feeling from my soccer days.
I fought pain every day to sculpt my body into peak condition.
I pushed through training while ignoring my body's screams.
I denied myself the foods I craved and kept grinding endlessly.
I wanted to play, to travel, but I held back from it all.
No school trips, no graduation excursions.
Anyone who hasn't lived that agony can't comprehend it.
I'd charged toward success and nothing else, but that didn't mean I wasn't lonely.
Jin Se-ah, having tasted success's sweetness, probably wasn't any different.
Just looking at her today, I caught glimpses of my own past self in her.
The loneliness hidden behind the glamour.
Despite raking in fortunes and massive fame, she must have thirsted for a normal life.
The only difference between her and me was that she'd made it—I hadn't.
'Has she even dated?'
The entertainment industry was like the animal kingdom.
With her looks, guys wouldn't have left her alone.
I was curious.
Living under such tight management, maybe she hadn't.
It was a long shot—a ridiculously low probability—but possible.
'She could be a virgin.'
The thought made my heart race.
Greed stirred.
Even if she wasn't, it wouldn't matter.
This was Jin Se-ah, after all.
I activated the Corruption Skill right away.
With my consumption points cut in half, using it felt effortless.
Lately, I'd been indulging plenty with the three women I'd corrupted, so my points had piled up nicely.
Corruption Space (Lv. 3)
Purple aura activated. Duration: 90 minutes. Enhanced skinship and scent effects.
Incredible.
Level 1 was yellow, 2 was orange—now at 3, it's purple.
Maybe that's why it felt so much thicker, stickier than before.
Boom boom boom!!! Boom boom!
Fireworks exploded nonstop.
The grand finale capping off the beer festival.
Jin Se-ah seemed to have been dying to see this; she couldn't tear her eyes away.
Duration bumped up to 90 minutes now.
With the boosted skinship and scent effects, I needed to create opportunities.
First, let's check her info.
Favorability Notes:
- Feels immense gratitude for granting her request.
- Strongly views you as a good person.
Lust/Arousal Notes:
- Sees you as a good person but not in a sexual light.
Corruption Notes:
- First time alone with a man. You're on her mind.
Quite the intriguing info window.
No lies in her words about wanting to cut loose just for today.
She craved success, sure—but also yearned to ease that loneliness buried in her heart.
Her favorability toward me was higher than expected.
The lust/arousal level was a bit disappointing, though.
Way too low.
Makes sense for a top-class celebrity—she'd mastered self-restraint to get where she is.
Not seeing me as a man at all.
Still, it wasn't hopeless.
Being alone with me right now had her on edge.
'What are her desires?'
Level 3 Corruption let me read desires.
With a thought, text floated above her head.
The fireworks are pretty, the sea is cool. Feels good. So freeing. Rare freedom—I'm happy. I want to stay like this all night.
So that's how it appears.
Her desires mixed with her emotions.
Seeing her so happy made me glad I'd agreed to help.
But separately, my greed intensified.
Her pure, bright smile—so free and radiant—made me want her all the more.
Maybe because her social status outranked mine, it sparked a conquest urge.
'Should I use a card?'
Cold calculation: popping a Corruption Card would boost the odds.
I had two—could spare one.
For Jin Se-ah, worth it, even if it stung a bit.
But I'd already planned how to use both.
'Hold off.'
Skill was active—time to see if it sealed the deal.
If not, I'd figure it out then.
I stood carefully and positioned myself beside her.
"You've seen fireworks before, right? Why're you so into it?"
"It's different from stage ones. And these huge, dazzling ones? First time in real life."
A faint blush colored her cheeks.
The face she made when excited or feeling good.
Similar to the relieved expression she showed after performances.
'Let's try.'
In a flash, I scooped her up into my arms and dashed sideways.
"Eek!"
"Shh!"
Startled by the sudden embrace, her arms wrapped around my neck.
I pretended ignorance, scanning around.
"Phew. False alarm."
"Wh-what? What was it?"
"Felt a presence."
"Oh..."
My skin tingled.
Just holding her like this, blood rushed fast.
Her face closer than ever amplified it.
Not her stage glamour makeup—just light, natural stuff.
Made her look even prettier.
Flawless skin, perfectly proportioned features—impossible to look away.
"Uh... T-Tae-hu."
"Yeah?"
"P-put me down. Now."
"Oh. Sorry."
Regret heavy, I set her down sloooowly.
She straightened her clothes and pulled her hat low.
Embarrassed?
She looked so cute, impulse hit to hug her again.
Tough to hold back.
Felt like when Team Leader first teased, "Wanna touch my chest?"
Or when Yu Eun-joo tried exposing herself in front of me.
Or Lee Eun-ae coming to my place to keep her promise—same thrill.
Still, had to restrain myself.
Jin Se-ah meant excitement, but equal risk.
Just a sudden scoop-and-run.
Whether from surprise or skinship, her lust/arousal jumped from 25 to 40.
Faster rise than expected.
Her face flushed deeper.
Her desire shifted in that moment.
Grateful person. Understands my selfishness. So glad I asked him. He's trustworthy—maybe okay to get a little closer?
Desire to get closer to reliable me—perfect signal.
With Corruption Space boosting lust/arousal, expectations rose.
Boom boom boom!
That burst of fireworks.
Her face lit up again as she looked skyward.
Distracted by the show once more, she gazed quietly at the heavens.
Even in baggy clothes, her silhouette was stunning.
The fireworks ended.
The dazzling sky display faded.
In its place, a serene, tranquil night sky settled in.
Dim, but tiny stars still twinkled, lighting the world.
Jin Se-ah sat on a nearby rock, staring up.
I stood quietly beside her.
"Feeling let down?"
"A little."
"Want me to go ask for more?"
"Pfft. You have that authority?"
"Just tell 'em Jin Se-ah wants more."
"No way. I'd get caught."
"Kidding. Kidding."
She chuckled, crossing her legs and turning to the sea.
"Those fireworks... shining bright then vanishing. Kinda like celebrities, huh?"
"Now that you say it, yeah."
"Someday, I'll fade like that too. Even if I'm shining now."
"Se-ah, you shine steady like that star."
I pointed to a particularly bright one.
Me, saying sappy stuff.
It worked.
She beamed at me again.
"Tae-hu really is a good guy."
"You know what I'm thinking and say that?"
"What're you thinking?"
"Hm. Honestly? Brain's blank. Alone with a top star—head's gone white."
"What? Pfft."
Splash—splash—
Gentle waves lapped at her feet.
"Uh, Tae-hu."
She was about to ask something.
Swish—
Crunch. Crunch.
Sudden footsteps. A presence.
I clamped her mouth and scooped her into a rocky crevice, fast.
Lantern light swept past where we'd been.
She saw it too, lips sealed tight.
But...
The position was awkward.
Hiding in the low, narrow gap, I had to lie holding her.
Chests pressed together, my lower body naturally against her thigh.
Her arms draped perfectly around my neck.
Breaths mingling on faces, that close.
Her heartbeat thrummed clear in my ears.
Fear of discovery or Corruption Space—either way, her body burned hot against mine.
Crunch. Crunch.
Footsteps neared. Someone descending.
This way, we'd get spotted for sure.
Dangerous.
If caught, not just Jin Se-ah—me too, unpredictable fallout.
Her eyes shook violently with the footsteps.
Her desire shifted again.
Don't want to get caught. Don't want to go back. Want to enjoy more. Sorry to him too. Please, keep us hidden.
Her intense desire hit me.
That text let me decide.
I had to protect her, no question.
"I'll kiss you. Please match me."
"Huh? Mmph!"
I boldly covered her lips.
Up on the beach bluff.
If we looked like sneaky lovers, the security might back off.
But why do her lips taste so sweet?
Too exciting.
Suddenly, a great idea struck.