Chapter 21
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Translator: penny
Chapter: 21
Chapter Title: A Walk with the Team Leader. And the Discovered Corruption Space
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The resort facilities were so well-equipped that there was no real reason to go anywhere else.
So, they were spending some leisurely time together as a couple.
With all the amenities free as part of employee welfare, there couldn't be a better vacation spot.
"Hmm. It's already 4 o'clock. Too late for the water park, and the beach feels off too, right?"
"I don't like going into the ocean anyway."
"Hear that, Tae-hu? Let's just grab a beer over there."
The place my brother-in-law pointed to was a small outdoor pub.
It served cocktails, beer, and coffee, divided into indoor and outdoor sections, and was popular with beachgoers.
We sat at a wooden table under the outdoor shade.
"How is it, Tae-hu?"
"Yes?"
"From what I know, this place has the best view."
He whispered it softly to me.
Overhearing him, the Team Leader narrowed her eyes.
"I can hear you, you know."
"Hahaha. I said it for Tae-hu's sake."
As my brother-in-law said, there were plenty of women in bikinis sipping cocktails or beer.
Men wandered around shirtless too.
"Take off that cardigan. Aren't you hot?"
"Hmm. It's a bit embarrassing."
She glanced subtly at me.
Maybe she was self-conscious because I was her subordinate.
"Tae-hu, don't stare so blatantly. She's my woman."
"Ah! Y-yes, sir! I'll keep my eyes half-closed."
"What? Puhaha!"
The mood lightened with my joke, and the Team Leader gave a shy smile as she slipped off her cardigan a bit.
Whoa.
Those overflowing breasts.
Seeing her cleavage jiggle between the red bikini made my mouth water.
I quickly drank some water to swallow and looked away, worried I'd make a gulping sound.
"Kuhuhu. Tae-hu's embarrassed. Looks like we succeeded today, Ju-hee."
"What are you saying? I'm dying of embarrassment here."
"I told you, you're not dead yet. Wear something like this, and all the guys will stare."
"Enough. Just order the beer already."
I'd wondered why the usually prim Team Leader was dressing so boldly, but it seemed to be for her husband.
Damn, I'm jealous. So jealous.
"Tae-hu-ssi. Don't go spreading rumors."
"Of course. I'll keep today's look just for myself."
"Pfft. Alright."
Her soft smile melted my heart.
Lee Eun-ae would've gone blind with jealousy and scolded me if she saw.
Soon, the draft beer and french fries arrived as snacks.
"Gangwon-do potatoes are so good, their fries here are top-notch too. Try some, Tae-hu."
"You too, brother-in-law. Team Leader."
"Eat up, Tae-hu-ssi. We'll cover it."
"Ah! Then I should've ordered something expensive."
"Haha. Order whatever. Tae-hu."
"Yeah, go wild."
Clink.
The beer on this rare day off was out of this world.
The coolness sliding down my throat meshed perfectly with the beach breeze, delivering pure refreshment.
This is happiness.
"Ahh. Good stuff."
"Glad we came out."
"Me too. Seeing you two is the best part."
"Ahaha. Yeah. Without us, you'd be moping around alone."
"Nah. A guy like Tae-hu-ssi would've had women approaching him left and right."
"Hmm. Now that you mention it. Did we cramp his style?"
"Maybe?"
"No way. I'm not that popular."
"You still single?"
"Yeah, pretty much."
"Why? Tae-hu-ssi seems fine."
"Ju-hee, you're especially fond of Tae-hu, huh?"
"It's my subordinate morale-boosting program."
"Haha. Thanks. That motivates me."
Laughing and chatting, the beer went down fast.
It was sweet and delicious with good people.
Slap.
A faint friction sound rang out.
"Ah."
My brother-in-law awkwardly smiled, clutching his hand.
It looked like he'd touched her thigh and got smacked.
"Hing. Ju-hee."
"Know your limits. Unless you want a real scolding."
Even my brother-in-law.
No way the strict and dignified Team Leader would allow that kind of touching.
"Um, how did you two meet? If I may ask."
"Didn't I tell you?"
"No, you didn't."
"Met her during my company commander days. Fell for her at first sight and kept pursuing."
"Ah, so that's why you had so many overnight passes back then?"
"Hahaha. Yeah. Put in a lot of effort to win her heart."
"You got chewed out plenty."
"And I chewed her out just as much in return."
Slap.
"What nonsense. I'm going to the bathroom."
A bit tipsy, the Team Leader stood up.
As soon as she left, my brother-in-law grinned.
"Thanks to you, Ju-hee's smiling a lot. Appreciate it."
"Really?"
"Truth is, I messed up, so I suggested this outing to make up."
"Paying your dues, eh?"
"Hahaha. Been busy with scouting trips lately. Anyway, seems like your presence cheered her up. I was stressing over it myself, so this works out."
"Then I'll keep making you laugh."
"Please do. I'm not great with words."
The Team Leader returned.
I worked hard to keep the mood light after that.
And my eyes feasted all the more.
The slightly buzzed Team Leader started leaning on the table.
Her big breasts resting on the table, chin propped up, gazing at the sea.
Beautiful. Truly. Hard to look away.
"Gonna hit the bathroom."
Seizing the moment my brother-in-law was gone, I subtly admired her.
"......"
"......"
Our eyes met, creating an awkward moment.
But she smiled right away.
Agh.
If the devil's temptation had a face, it'd be that.
That smile nearly stopped my breath.
But my brother-in-law wasn't coming back from the bathroom.
The Team Leader looked around and sighed.
"Sigh. That guy. Typical."
"......"
He must've run into an acquaintance on the way back and got dragged to their table.
"Your husband's so friendly, everyone wants to hang with him."
"No need to make excuses for him."
"......"
"Tae-hu-ssi."
"Yes?"
"Wanna walk? I could use some cool breeze."
"......Is that okay?"
"No need to mind that guy."
Luckily, I caught my brother-in-law's eye.
He nodded slightly, gesturing it was fine as she stood.
I showed my phone, signaling to call me, and got up.
The Team Leader strolled along the sandy beach, basking in the sun.
Men's gazes poured in, as expected.
With her cardigan draped loosely over her shoulders, the wind made it flutter, revealing her red bikini.
That glimpse of color must be secretly arousing the guys.
Subtle is sexier than outright lewdness, after all.
I walked beside her carefully, appreciating discreetly.
"Wow! What a handsome couple!"
A guy in sunglasses approached.
"We're doing a couple photo event. You two look perfect together—how about a shot?"
"We're not a cou—"
"Sure, one photo please."
Unexpected.
I figured she'd hate the misunderstanding.
She even linked arms.
'Whoa.'
Her huge breasts pressed against my arm. Natural contact, but my excitement stirred.
"Okay, say cheese. Hold still. Sir, don't be stiff—get closer. Yes, perfect!"
Thank you!
Thanks to that, the soft squish of her breasts felt even clearer on my arm.
Click.
Five thousand won for this experience? Best deal ever.
She liked the photo too.
"Looks great."
"Because you're so pretty, Team Leader."
"Oh? Hearing that from you feels nice."
"But why the sudden photo?"
"Just wanted to try an event like that. My husband hates this stuff."
"Then you keep the photo."
"Really?"
"Just make sure your husband doesn't misunderstand."
"Haha. Don't worry. I won't show him."
My heart raced at that for no reason.
Like we shared a naughty secret.
We walked a bit more.
"Tae-hu-ssi. Shall we check that out?"
She pointed to an area with big and small rocks.
"I wanna climb up there."
She pointed enthusiastically at the largest boulder.
I'd been there too.
The sea breeze up top is so refreshing.
"How's the buzz?"
"Me? Perfectly fine."
She beamed.
"Then allow me to escort you."
"Sounds good."
I led the way.
"Here, hold my hand."
"Thanks."
Holding her hand, I guided her up the rocks step by step to the spot.
Atop the rock, a pleasant breeze blew, as expected.
Her face looked radiant in the wind.
She seemed much happier now.
But my eyes were fixed on her breast spilling slightly from the bikini side.
"Sit here too, Tae-hu-ssi. Don't just stand."
"If you insist."
I sat gently beside her, gazing at the sea together.
Then.
Sweeping my eyes left and right over the ocean, I spotted something strange.
'......Huh?'
To the right.
Between small rock crevices, yellow heat was rising.
'Corruption Space?'
No doubt.
That heat was from the space I'd entered with Lee Eun-ae.
The moment I recognized it, my heart pounded wildly.
Thump! Thump!
Why's it racing!
Illustration: Team Leader drinking beer.
