Chapter 136
Translator: penny
Chapter: 136
Chapter Title: Joo Seo-yeon's Desire to Tame Her Boyfriend's Friend
Gangwon Province has some truly stunning valleys.
Needless to say, pensions line the areas around them.
They're popular spots that draw crowds rivaling full-fledged resorts.
The scenery is beautiful, and there are plenty of ways to have fun.
Honestly, today's workshop is basically just an excuse for an MT trip to play around.
"Let's unpack, take some time to relax, and enjoy some free time. We'll meet up in front of the valley in an hour."
Chan-woo hyung is leading today's workshop.
Everyone's excited since he's prepared some games.
He must've shelled out some cash.
The standalone building has large rooms on either side, and each room has two smaller ones attached.
"Staff Supervisor Lee Chan-woo, you did great. How'd you manage to book a place like this?"
"Wow, what great taste. Guys with girlfriends really know how to pick 'em."
Team Leader Baek and Lee Eun-ae were thrilled.
"Haha! Team Leader, Assistant Manager Lee, and all the ladies, feel free to use the left building. The guys can take the right one!"
The rooms are nice and clean.
Section Chief Bae Joon-ho and Assistant Manager Park Dong-jin claimed one each, and the rest of the team is crashing in the living room.
I changed into comfy clothes for the valley and took a stroll around the pension grounds.
The views are gorgeous.
The sound of the stream, the trees, the rocks, the chirping birds—everything.
It's a real healing spot.
There's a volleyball court and even a small swimming pool off to one side.
Following the stream down, I spotted a large lake.
"Joo Seo-yeon?"
There she was, sitting and talking on the phone with someone.
She's dressed for the valley: blue leggings, a navy sleeveless top, and a shirt tied around her waist.
The thin straps on the sleeveless top really accentuate her figure.
She's pretty, no doubt about it.
"Yeah, oppa. The valley's nice, and there's a lake below—it's seriously beautiful here. Hear that? Can you hear the water?"
-Yeah, sounds amazing. My Seo-yeon's gonna get some proper healing in.
"I was disappointed it was a valley at first, but it's way better than I expected. Let's come back together sometime, oppa."
-Haha, sure thing. But... there are a lot of male colleagues, right?
"Of course. We're all here together. Come on, oppa, are you worrying again?"
-I-I'm just saying. Anyway, don't give any guys the wrong idea.
"Don't worry. You're the only one for me."
She's on speakerphone, so the sickly-sweet conversation is all audible.
-By the way, how's Tae-hu been lately? He hasn't been giving you trouble, has he?
"Nah, nothing like that. He takes really good care of me."
-I asked him to look out for you, so he should. But if he ever steps out of line, tell me right away.
"Got it, got it. He's your friend, so maybe that's why, but he's so sweet and kind. Seems like a good guy."
Gwang-hoo, your girlfriend's been working me to the bone.
That cute face is all an act.
Seeing this, I can tell she's gonna walk all over him someday.
-Still, don't get too close to him.
"Stop worrying and get back to work."
-Alright. I'll call later. Send lots of pics.
"Okay! Muah!"
Gwang-hoo seems pretty jealous and clingy.
She's way too into him.
That's when I overheard Joo Seo-yeon muttering to herself after hanging up.
"Sorry, oppa. I kinda wanna play around with Tae-hu oppa now."
She's made up her mind, huh. Planning to keep me in her little fish pond and toy with me.
"What are you doing out here by yourself?"
"Huh? Employee Seo. When did you get here?"
"Just now. I was walking around and saw you, so I came over. Wow, the view here's amazing. And the lake's nice too."
"Hmm. Yeah?"
She's giving me a curious look, probably wondering if I heard her muttering.
I approached her on purpose.
"The scenery's great—want me to take some photos? I noticed last time you like having your picture taken."
"Oh? Sure!"
Joo Seo-yeon immediately turns her back to the lake and strikes a pose.
The pretty backdrop really brings out her beauty.
Click—click—
After a few shots, she makes an unexpected request.
"Wanna take one together?"
"I don't wanna do anything Gwang-hoo might misunderstand."
"Aw, it's not like that. It's just a junior wanting a pic with her senior. Come on over."
She grabs my arm and pulls me in for the photo.
"Hehe. We look great."
I need to figure out exactly how Joo Seo-yeon's mindset has shifted.
23 years old. Owner of a vibrant, free-spirited soul. Hates being tied down or oppressed by groups. Relieves stress from collectives by playing around.
-I was just gonna use you like a workhorse, but even when I threatened you, you quietly handled everything. That surprised me. Plus, your solid build, decent looks, and lack of complaints are growing on me.
-Your manly personality and diligence intrigue me a lot. Especially since you're my boyfriend's friend—that's a huge turn-on.
-I want to share secrets with you for the thrill.
-I want to see you betray your close friend.
-I want to tame you.
Checking again, her mindset is straight-up trash.
Seducing her boyfriend's friend to satisfy her own desires?
I used the 'Corruption' skill to make her like me, and now it's twisting her desires like this.
'Not that I can talk, after taming three married women.'
Thinking about it, I'm a pretty bad guy myself.
I chuckled and said to Joo Seo-yeon,
"Don't show that to Gwang-hoo. I don't wanna get chewed out."
"Hehe. Then make a good impression on me."
"Won't that put you in a tough spot too?"
"I can just say you wanted the pic."
"Anyone can see you set it up."
"Say I couldn't resist my senior's pressure?"
Her mind works quick in these situations.
Part of her desire to tame me, I suppose.
"Sigh. Fine. Let's head back. Time to meet up."
"Aw, I was kidding. Don't get mad."
She acts cute and slips her arm through mine.
Her chest brushes my arm, but she smiles innocently like it's nothing.
If I were a normal guy, that smile would've melted me.
Seeing her psychology through the info window sparked my curiosity about how she'd try to tame me.
Based on her behavior so far, I can guess.
Time to see if my prediction holds.
"Alright! Let's start the games!"
The games by the valley were a blast.
Chan-woo hyung had a luck-of-the-draw setup: losers jumped in, winners enjoyed watermelon, cold beer, or drinks.
For dinner, we headed back and fired up a BBQ party.
Hanwoo beef, Han-don pork, and all sorts of meats covered the table.
Chan-woo hyung kept the energy high with more games.
Team Leader shyly dancing as a penalty was adorably cute.
Lee Eun-ae sang and hyped everyone to come to her wedding.
Joo Seo-yeon boldly danced sexy club moves, drawing all the guys' eyes.
"Okay! Games over! Do whatever for the rest of the time!"
Joo Seo-yeon immediately sidled up and held out her glass.
Timing felt right, so I cast 'Corruption' on her.
"Employee Seo. One more drink. With me."
"Sure."
After one, she beams at me, her face flushed from the booze.
"Tell me some old stories, employee."
"What kind?"
"Like, ex-girlfriend stories?"
She links arms and turns on the charm.
The slight blush from the alcohol makes her look cute and pretty. Gotta stay sharp.
"Only had one experience, so not much to tell."
"Eek? For real? Just once?"
"What about you, Seo-yeon? You studied abroad in the US."
"You know that's rude, right? Studying abroad doesn't mean I partied hard."
"Sorry if it was."
"Even my mom still misunderstands."
"So, is Gwang-hoo your second boyfriend?"
"Yeah. Met one in the US. Short thing."
That's when Lee Eun-ae came over with her glass.
"Not fair favoring the junior too much. Give us seniors one too, Tae-hu."
"Oh, sure. Assistant Manager, here."
"Me too, Tae-hu."
Team Leader joined our table.
"What do you think, Seo-yeon? Tae-hu's great as a senior, right?"
"Yeah. He treats me so comfortably—love it."
"He's one of my most trusted subordinates. So learn well and aim for full-time, Seo-yeon."
"Ahem. I was the one who trained Tae-hu on the job. Well, he did well too."
"Didn't you give him a hard time at first, Assistant Manager?"
"Ugh. Team Leader, I already apologized for that."
With two beauties praising me, Joo Seo-yeon's desires were plain to see.
"He's got real talent, getting all this recognition. Manly personality, good looks. Definitely fun. Hmm. There it is again. Oppa, your scent is intoxicating. Just smelling it makes my body heat up. The alcohol? Screw it. Time to make a move."
The buzz is making her more honest with her feelings.
Joo Seo-yeon acted on her desire right away.
"I-I'm a bit drunk, so I'm gonna take a walk."
"Sure, Seo-yeon. Be careful."
"I-It's kinda scary alone. Employee Seo, can you come with?"
"……."
"……."
Team Leader and Lee Eun-ae go quiet for a sec. They probably don't like her suggestion.
"Sure. Let's go. We'll be back, Team Leader, Assistant Manager."
As I stood, their eyes narrowed.
Jealousy looks cute on them.
Joo Seo-yeon, meanwhile, smirks like she's won.
Thinks she's beaten the two beauties.
After a short walk, she staggers like she's drunk on the uphill path, just as expected.
She grins at me.
"Employee Seo. My legs hurt. Give me a piggyback."
Here we go.
For now, I decided to play along with her request.
<At the Valley with Joo Seo-yeon>
