156 – vs Charlotte Lesberry (1)

I explored the dungeon for several weeks.

There was a lot of talk and a lot of trouble, but in the end, it ended safely.

It was a natural result, in a way, since there were top hunters and information about the future.

Types, weaknesses, and characteristics of monsters that appear in the dungeon.

Traps, gimmicks, and structures installed in the dungeon.

Mid-bosses, final bosses, etc. that guard the dungeon.

I knew some useful information in advance and learned the appropriate countermeasures accordingly, so I was able to clear the dungeon without taking much damage.

The difference between knowing something and not knowing anything at all is self-evident.

Let’s proceed step by step based on the information we already found out, and before we know it, we’ve cleared the entire dungeon.

Is that why?

The hunters couldn’t hide their surprised expressions.

It was worth it. There hasn’t been a single bit of wrong information so far.

At first, they were a bit hesitant, but as the things they had predicted began to come true one by one, the hunters opened their eyes wide and let out exclamations of admiration.

The look of surprise was even more surprising because the power of foresight was often wrong.

And Jeong Se-yeon also blinked her eyes, as if she didn’t know that she would be 100% accurate.

As the gaze staring intently at my face became more and more blatant, I couldn’t help but smile bitterly inside.

Whenever she had time, Jeong Se-yeon approached me and pretended to be friendly with me.

We talked about various things during night shifts, breaks, meal times, etc.

Most of it was just pointless small talk, but I could tell that they were slowly building up to something.

I think he approached me slowly because he was afraid that I would feel burdened if I rushed in without hesitation from the beginning, but that alone was quite burdensome to me.

Because I had to watch Ji-hyeon’s expression, knowingly or unknowingly, as she had been watching me and Jeong Se-yeon the whole time.

Jihyun didn’t say much, but Jeong Seyeon’s behavior, which continued to talk to her, seemed to be irritating her, so she gave her hints here and there.

Then, Jeong Se-yeon playfully smiled and whispered, “Don’t be so hard on me. You have amazing foresight. That’s why I want to become closer to you.” Then she meekly backed away.

Ji-hyeon, who had been silently watching the back of Jeong Se-yeon walking away, suddenly turned her gaze and asked with a pouty look, “Hey, Han Seo-jun. Did you seduce him too?” I had to sweat profusely the entire time I was clearing the dungeon.

I expected Jeong Se-yeon to express interest, but I didn’t know she would act this friendly.

Certainly, the ability to foresee the future is desirable.

Well, if you think about it, it’s only natural. People with the ability to foresee themselves are very rare. Also, I’ve proven its practicality through dungeon raids, so it was only natural that Jeong Se-yeon would take interest in me.

If there had been no foresight information, several people would have died or been seriously injured.

But look at the current results.

Didn’t you clear the top secret dungeon without anyone dying or getting seriously injured?

Also, if you have the ability to predict the future, there are many things you can use it for.

Even though I lied about my imperfect foresight and my inability to control myself, from Jeong Se-yeon’s perspective, becoming closer to me would not be a waste of time.

If you build a personal relationship with them, you may think that they will help you later.

If there were someone around me who could foresee the future, I think I would try to become friends with them.

“… … Ahem.”

But it’s a little strange.

Should I say it feels slightly different?

It doesn’t seem like he’s approaching you simply because of his ability to foresee things…

‘There’s no way he’d really be interested in me personally. What on earth is going on?’

Although I felt a little uneasy, I also didn’t think it would be a bad idea to become close to Jeong Se-yeon, so I readily accepted her advances.

Of course, if I were to talk about my personal likes and dislikes of Jeong Se-yeon, it was closer to dislike, but if I think about it excluding the memories of the future, Jeong Se-yeon did nothing wrong to me.

The reason I hate Jeong Se-yeon is because she provided the cause for Ji-hyeon’s death in the future.

What about the current situation in Jeong Se-yeon… … It’s probably a completely unrelated story.

And in the Sephiroth Clan, there are some people I dislike even more than Jeong Se-yeon.

Ah, it’s a bit weird to call them b*stards, but anyway, I really don’t like Kang Han-seong and Ha Eun-byeol.

Those two people are free to like Jihyun, but why are they picking a fight with me, who is just sitting there?

‘By the way, Jeong Se-yeon and Kang Han-seong… … How long are you going to keep the fact that I have the ability to predict things a secret?’

I wish it was revealed as late as possible.

It’s not good to get more attention than you are now.

Because I might get approached by some weird guys for no reason.

Precognitive abilities are rare and useful, and are therefore highly sought after.

… … Of course, I took that risk and revealed the fact that I have the ability to foresee.

As long as they are under the protection of Jihyun, who is praised as the best in South Korea, no one but some really bad guys would do anything useless.

Besides Jihyun, there’s also Seoyoon, Yerin, and Hwaryeon, right?

So there’s no need to worry like an idiot.

‘It’s not bad to lie about having the ability to foresee and become somewhat close to Jeong Se-yeon, it’s not bad… … .’

The reason I initially revealed my precognitive abilities to Jeong Se-yeon was to become somewhat closer to her.

To be honest, I can’t deny that it’s a little bit creepy, but for the sake of the future, it’s better to build a friendship with Jeong Se-yeon while you can.

Because there may come a day when I need Jeong Se-yeon’s help.

First of all, I am hostile to the Seongcheon Church.

That too, very seriously.

Some of the escorts, including Charlotte, hate me so much that they want to kill me.

First of all, Edelin, who holds the real power in the Seongcheon Church, was friendly to me, but I don’t know what on earth she’s thinking.

Before I lost my memories, I tried to kill Edelin but failed, but Edelin is strangely friendly to me.

Is he acting or is there another ulterior motive?

There is no way to know for now.

That’s why it’s a good idea to prepare in advance.

Because I don’t know when Edelin will change her mind and turn her hand on me.

Perhaps the only fortunate thing is that it seems that the entire Sungcheon Church is not the enemy, but only Edelin and her associates?

The Sungcheon Church was quiet externally, as the fact that I had attempted to kill Edelin before losing my memories was not revealed to the outside world.

Shit, thinking about it makes me feel a little sick.

When this fact is exposed to the media, it is usually not an ordinary thing.

As the Sungcheon Church is considered one of the four major religions, the number of believers is truly enormous… … .

If I am openly branded as an enemy of the Sungcheon Church, I really feel like there will be no answer.

‘Hoo… … Even if the Sungcheon Church is like that, I wonder how long I can keep my precognitive abilities a secret.’

Jeong Se-yeon will probably continue to keep it a secret.

Because there’s no benefit to be gained by exposing myself to the media as a clairvoyant.

It seems like he wants to build a friendship with her and get help from her foresight, but having too many competitors only harms Jeong Se-yeon.

‘Well, Kang Sung-sung wouldn’t reveal his true colors so easily. If my warning had worked.’

One day, I visited Kang Han-seong and gave him a warning: ‘Behave yourself.’

Generally speaking, it may be difficult to understand why an E-rank hunter like me would dare to warn Kang Sung-seong, even if I was lucky enough to defeat him once.

But as luck would have it, there was a CCTV installed in the training ground at the time of the arm wrestling match, and the scene where Kang Han-seong collapsed with his mouth full of foam at the mouth was recorded in its entirety.

If this video were to leak to the public, Kang Hyeon-seong would inevitably suffer a significant blow.

No wonder, the S-rank hunter who was the 3rd team leader of the Sephiroth Clan passed out with both eyes rolled back?

It is obvious that the media and everything else will bite like piranhas.

Also, if it becomes known that the person who defeated Kang Sung-sung was an E-rank hunter, Kang Sung-sung’s image will really take a nosedive.

Of course, it is a well-known fact that I am not a simple E-rank hunter, but even so, it does not change the fact that I fainted violently at the strong force of an S-rank hunter.

From Kang Sung-seong’s perspective, the leak of this footage had to be prevented.

I kept that fact in mind and went to see him, secretly showing him the footage. Kang Han-seong just looked at me with a venomous gaze, gritting his teeth, and I could only nod my head without saying anything.

It may have looked a bit threatening, but if the target of the threat was a strong man, there was nothing he could do about it.

He’s the guy who’s being sticky to Jihyun.

I really don’t like it.

“It’s already this late.”

I snapped out of my thoughts and checked the time. I realized that it was almost time for our appointment.

Today, I decided to meet Jihyun, Seoyoon, Hwaryeon, and Yerin and have a small party(?).

It seems to be a celebration of successfully completing the first large-scale raid of the clan…

Judging by the fact that they’re all gathered here, I’m guessing it’s not just for a party.

Kids who are already short on time are going to gather in one place after work, so it can’t be for something like a party.

What on earth is the purpose of bringing everyone together?

‘Are you questioning my ability to foresee the future? Or is it about Mina? Or is it about talking about Jeong Se-yeon?’

Maybe that’s all.

‘But why did he bring in Kang Hwa-ryeon? He probably has never met the kids separately.’

I scratched the back of my neck and sighed deeply.

To be honest, I felt a little awkward rather than genuinely worried.

“This is true.”

So many things have happened in this short period of less than a year.

Dating Ji-hyun, getting involved with Seo-yoon and Ye-rin, fighting with Hwa-ryeon… … Wow, all of this happened in less than a year, I’m surprised, surprised.

There were some difficult and awkward moments, but it was quite enjoyable.

Since my parents passed away, I’ve been feeling weak most of the time…

I really never thought this day would come.

‘There’s still trouble with the Sungcheon Church, and I still have to conquer the tower… … Well, I guess it’ll work out somehow.’

I thought optimistically.

I think things will work out somehow in the future.

Really optimistic.

But the ripples in life always come suddenly.

When my parents passed away.

When a monster appears in the park.

It was all so sudden and unexpected.

Therefore, it was always necessary to be on guard against any contingencies.

“……hi?”

Just like this.

“… … Long time no see? Oh, of course… … It’s not nice to meet you though.”

“uh?”

“… … This is true. Even Edelin is harsh on people. It’s tiring.”

Right next to me.

A girl is yawning.

The quality is so natural, it’s embarrassing.

“… … What’s with that dumb face? It’s funny.”

Charlotte Lesbian, who had intruded into Jihyun’s clan house before I knew it, was smiling crookedly at me.

… … Why is this year here?