Chapter 17: Secret Training (3)
Translator: RaidenTL
Chapter 17: Secret Training (3)
Long, straight black hair that reached down to her waist. A woman with a hime cut—straight bangs with side fringes reaching her jawline—was peeking into the locker room.
Her name was Seo Han-na.
Han-na had been coming here ever since Song Ha-el first opened the center. Having been in the same party since their low-rank days, the two were practically sisters.
Even though she didn't have to, Song Ha-el had even set aside a private space for her party members to work out when she opened the center. Once a hero reached A-rank, they received plenty of support from their clan and could easily afford to go to exclusive hero-only centers, but Seo Han-na felt more comfortable here, in the place she had grown fond of over the years.
However, there was something in the locker room that was entirely unfamiliar.
Actually, "unfamiliar" wasn't quite the right word.
Even though the people using the private training rooms were all women, it wasn't as if a man suddenly appearing would be awkward or anything.
But the sight of Song Ha-el drooling while being pounded like a bitch, and a man she’d never seen before violently thrusting his hips, was nothing short of shocking.
"Song Ha-el... you're crazy... How could you bring a man all the way here...?"
Han-na had never seen anything like this, even in porn. She didn't watch it often, but she’d occasionally use it when she masturbated. Yet, no matter how much fantasy was added to those videos, she had never seen a man thrusting his hips as fiercely as a wild stallion.
The man had a pretty face, yet he was ravaging Song Ha-el like a beast. Han-na couldn't take her eyes off him.
Every time the man pulled back, his thick cock, glistening with vaginal fluids, would slide all the way out—a sight that was seared into Han-na's pupils. Having no experience with men, Han-na couldn't even begin to imagine what it would feel like to have something like that inside her.
Every time Song Ha-el flailed and spat out vulgar words about her pussy becoming loose, Han-na's heart hammered against her ribs.
"That's insane..."
But soon, sensing a presence with her sensitive nerves, Han-na whipped her head around.
Juri was standing there.
She had been a member of their party in the early days, but because of mana pollution, she could no longer work as a hero and was currently building a career as a trainer. She was a cheerful, kind girl who always greeted Han-na with a bright smile.
But right now, Juri’s face was filled with confusion.
"Han-na Unnie..."
As Juri tried to speak, Han-na frantically waved her hand in the air and pressed her index finger to her lips. At the gesture to be quiet, Juri’s eyes narrowed.
Jeong Yeon-woo was supposed to be in the locker room right now, and no matter how she looked at it, it seemed like Han-na was peeping. Seeing Juri’s brow furrow, Han-na shook her head and hands violently to show it was a misunderstanding, then beckoned her over.
With a small sigh, Juri approached and whispered softly to Han-na.
"Unnie, you shouldn't be doing this. Right now, Jeong Yeon—"
Juri couldn't finish her sentence. Her jaw dropped at the sight of Song Ha-el on all fours on the floor, whimpering.
As if she had expected this reaction, Han-na nodded and went back to spying on the two. It wasn't that she had a voyeurism fetish, but seeing a man take such an aggressive lead in sex provided an immense sense of arousal for them.
Sweat dripped down his slightly muscular body as he plunged his large cock deep inside her. It was a level of intensity completely different from porn actors who only pretended to be aggressive.
"Ha-el Unnie... she's lost it... What is she doing, seducing a member...?"
"Eh? A member? He's not Ha-el's boyfriend?"
"No. They probably met for the first time today. But how did it end up like this...?"
As Juri spoke, she stared intently at Jeong Yeon-woo's buttocks. She unconsciously swallowed hard, then, startled by Han-na’s squinting gaze, she shook her head in embarrassment.
"Ah, that... no. Don't misunderstand."
Pressing her finger to her lips again to signal silence, Han-na led Juri out of the training area. She wanted to watch a little longer, but this wasn't the time or place.
"Is he really a member?"
"Yes, you probably know his face, Unnie."
"Huh? It's my first time seeing him."
"Jeong Yeon-woo. He's the one who caught Millionface at the Dongjak-gu Office."
"Ah, that guy!"
Han-na clapped her hands in surprise.
"I heard he was coming to our center and wanted to see him... but I didn't want to see him like that..."
Juri held her head as if she had a migraine.
"Do you think Ha-el Unnie pounced on him?"
"To say that... it felt more like Ha-el was the one being pounced on..."
Juri had no choice but to agree with Han-na's words. A panting Song Ha-el had been pinned to the floor with her ass stuck out, while Jeong Yeon-woo stirred her insides with his massive cock.
Both women simultaneously recalled the image of Jeong Yeon-woo's cock and lowered their flushed faces.
"Then... did Mr. Jeong Yeon-woo do that to Ha-el Unnie...?"
"No, that doesn't make sense either. Ha-el might be a bit airheaded, but she's an A-rank. She's not someone who would just get overpowered. But for a man to seduce her first? That's impossible."
"That's true... Then what was that situation...?"
"Hmm... I don't know..."
An A-rank hero wouldn't be subdued, and a man wouldn't take the lead in sex. It was a situation that defied their common sense.
While the two were lost in their questions, the training room door opened and Jeong Yeon-woo stepped out. He looked blankly at the two of them, who had snapped to attention in surprise, then smiled and greeted Juna.
"Thank you for today. See you tomorrow."
"Ah... yes, yes. Good work today."
Jeong Yeon-woo made eye contact with Han-na, whom he was seeing for the first time, gave a light nod, and left. The two frozen women stared blankly at his firm backside until he disappeared.
It was a pleasant workout.
Even in her dazed state, the blonde woman had muttered for me to keep coming to the private training room from now on.
Come to think of it, I didn't ask for her name. I can just ask next time I see her.
When I left the training room, Juna was talking to another member. Seeing her here, that woman must be an acquaintance of the blonde too.
The style with straight-cut bangs is hard to pull off, but she had good volume and it suited her face well, giving her a strange charm. I greeted Juna first, gave a light nod to the black-haired woman I made eye contact with, and left.
Back home, I checked my body with the measuring device. I knew an elixir wouldn't change things in a single day, but it's only natural to have expectations when you buy something new.
[Stamina: 7 Strength: 8 Agility: 8 Mana: 16]
...Wait, what?
Everything had increased by 1 compared to yesterday's measurement.
Does this even make sense? Even with a booster, stats rising in a single day?
Thinking the cheap measuring device might be wrong, I tested myself several times, but the results were consistent. I don't know if I just happened to take it at the right time to level up, or if the medicine works better because my base stats were so low.
Usually, an average total stat of around 10 is the bare minimum to be considered D-rank. I hadn't quite reached 10 yet, but I had essentially met the minimum requirement.
It's probably fine to start entering dungeons soon. Since I took the elixir, I should soak up some dungeon experience to use it as efficiently as possible.
But there's no rush. For now, I'll keep training and take it step by step.
The next day went the same way. After dealing with a packed schedule—why are there so many reporters?—it was almost time to go home. By the time I finished useless meetings and headed to the shooting range, Sung Hee-na had already left.
It felt a bit cold, but Sung Hee-na probably thought I couldn't practice at all because I was too busy. I practiced Level 6, then turned on Level 5, which I had already cleared, achieved 100%, and left the shooting range with it still running. It was my way of leaving a message that I’d been there; I hoped she’d see it.
Knowing the elixir was working well made my steps to the center light. I guess this is why people who do fitness can't quit the "juice."
I greeted the trainer at the front desk and naturally headed toward the private training room. Since the blonde owner told me to use it, I could use it without hesitation now.
Looking into the empty training room, I walked into the locker room to find the woman from yesterday changing her clothes.
"Ah, sorry. I'll change quickly and get out."
She was covering her chest slightly, but she didn't seem particularly embarrassed about showing her body.
"No, don't mind me. It's not like the room is divided."
I said that as I walked in confidently, put my bag in a locker, and stripped off my clothes. The black-haired woman looked flustered but continued changing while stealing glances at me.
She had a sleek body with no excess fat. You could call it the "wannabe" physique for people who work out. It had just the right amount of volume without looking bulky, overflowing with a sense of health.
"You have a great body."
When I complimented her with a casual smile, the woman, who had been secretly peeking at my body, cleared her throat and spoke.
"Ah, yes... thank you. Yours is good too."
Where exactly are you looking while saying that?
Feeling her gaze drift subtly downward, I took off my pants, and the woman turned around. Thanks to that, I got a leisurely view of her firm buttocks.
"Ah, come to think of it, we haven't introduced ourselves. I'm Jeong Yeon-woo."
"I'm Seo Han-na. Nice to meet you."
She greeted me while glancing over her shoulder, but after seeing my body, she quickly turned her head back. Since the reaction to my naked body was so good, I might end up making a habit of this.
After admiring her ass—which I really wanted to give a playful smack—I finished changing and left the locker room.
As I was warming up, Juna came into the private training room and greeted me.
"Hello. Is it Juna-ssi again today?"
"Yes, I mostly manage the private training rooms. By the way, did you get a chance to talk to Han-na Unnie?"
Juna spoke while pointing at Seo Han-na, who was just coming out of the locker room.
"Yes, we just introduced ourselves."
"That's good. I'll assist both of you alternately. Is that okay?"
"Yes, I don't mind. I know you'll take good care of us."
I focused on my training, exchanging another nod with Seo Han-na, who had tied her hair into a ponytail. Since I had to use large equipment for agility training, I went outside where another trainer watched over me. It felt like they were using double the manpower just for me, but the trainer seemed to be enjoying herself, so I figured it was fine.
The news was still blaring about the Millionface incident, so the number of people staring at me hadn't decreased. It was a problem time would solve, and honestly, since I wanted to keep using the private training room, I thought it might actually be a good thing.
After finishing the agility training, I went back inside to continue. As I vigorously shook the battle ropes specially made for Awakened, my entire body began to scream.
"The wave form is good. Keep going."
Beside me, Juna coached me in a calm voice.
"Ugh—I don't think I can do any more—"
"You still have room. Keep going."
I had only asked her to watch me, but since it was important to endure and maintain the rhythm in this kind of training, Juna actively intervened and pushed me. I liked that she was professional, but I felt like I was actually going to die.
"Alright, that's enough."
Rattle-clank!
As soon as Juna gave the word, I let go, and the specially made ropes twisted violently as they were pulled back toward the wall.
"Haa... haa... haa... whew—"
Exhausted, I rested my hands on my knees and gasped for air, sweat dripping from my chin. I could definitely feel that my athletic ability had improved.
Feeling good, I wiped my chin with the back of my hand and straightened up. Juna was staring at me intently before she quickly looked away.
Uh, why?
Flustered, I looked over at Seo Han-na in the distance. She had been staring blankly at me too, but she jumped in surprise and started training at a rapid pace.
I see. You lecherous women.
What man wouldn't like a woman who was drenched in sweat and breathing heavily? In this world, it must be the same—seeing a man like that must be a turn-on.
I didn't expect it from Juna, of all people, but I guess all the women here are wolves.
Because of the timing of our sets, Seo Han-na finished her workout first and went into the locker room. I trained a bit more before heading in to shower.
When I entered, I could hear the sound of water from Seo Han-na's shower.
"Mmmgh..."
As I was about to quietly enter a shower stall, I heard a faint moan and tilted my ear toward it. Only the sound of splashing water could be heard, but perhaps because of that first moan, it sounded incredibly erotic.
After that, there were no other distinct sounds, but even though the water was running, I couldn't sense the usual movements of someone actually showering, which made me suspicious.
Still, I couldn't just barge in like the blonde owner did; that would make me no different from a pervert. The women here had strong sexual appetites, and if I played my cards wrong, I might not be able to handle them. Fortunately, they seemed to reach climax easily, so I could hold my own, but if they decided to drain me on purpose, my body might not survive. I had to avoid being labeled a pervert.
With that thought, I turned on my water, and a loud thump came from the neighboring stall. Judging by her training, her rank seemed high, but she really should be more careful.
"Ah... Mr. Yeon-woo?"
"Yes? Did you fall? Are you okay?"
"I-I'm fine. Don't worry. Yes. Yes... By any chance, did you hear anything?"
She could have just stayed quiet, but this woman was quite innocent too.
Certain that she had been masturbating, I laughed inwardly. Since I pretended not to know, Seo Han-na gave an awkward laugh and then, seemingly embarrassed, rushed out.
Thump!
I heard the sound of her tripping again behind the curtain.
"I'm okay!"
Answering before I could even ask, Seo Han-na scurried away.
This world really is full of interesting people.