34 – My Own Villain (6)
Cha Seok Kang Taehoon has returned. Unlike the third-rate villain Shin Yoonsung, this guy can be considered a real genuine villain.
Kang Taehoon’s goal is only one: Arna’s top position. Perhaps he can’t stand losing, so being a vice-president is not satisfying for him.
There are more of them. That’s just the right moment.”
“Anyway.”
Kang Tae-hoon’s appearance was not very welcome news for me. It meant that there was a new enemy for Ar-ra-na, not me.
I could still send a message to Ar-ra-na through the quest, but Kang Tae-hoon wouldn’t even do that. His existence was like a minus.
Ar-ra-na was the protagonist of this world. I couldn’t annoy the already busy protagonist.
There was only one person who could play that role, and that was me.
Only I could torment Ar-ra-na.
There was no need for any other villains.
Therefore, if there was one thing I had to do here, it was to protect Ar-ra-na. I couldn’t let Kang Tae-hoon easily carry out his evaluation without resistance.
I had to resist Kang Tae-hoon.
“Oh, a teaspoon. Is your back okay?”
I should have been lying in bed in the hospital, but I dragged my aching body to the classroom.
“Puhaa. That patient’s gown suits you well. What’s that teaspoon next to you? Did you bring it on your back?”
Mun Seon-chong laughed as he looked at me. He had wanted to play with me earlier, but now it wasn’t the right time.
I went looking for Ar-ra-na in the classroom.
“Why do you hate it? Is it because of me? Is that the Ar-ra-na of the heavens?”
“Whatever you think. Anyway, I’m not in the mood to do the evaluation right now. I need to prepare for the midterm exam.”
I found her. Kang Tae-hoon was standing next to Ar-ra-na.
I had been looking for Ar-ra-na since the morning. That kid was really mean.
I quickly went to where Ar-ra-na was.
“Stop.”
Thump.
Thump.
I was about to appear in front of Ar-ra-na with a cool pose, but my words and actions were separated due to my injured back.
I aimed the teaspoon at Ar-ra-na and walked towards her with great effort.
“What’s wrong with that little brat? He’s been like that before. Is he your boyfriend, Ar-ra-na?”
“Didn’t I just say? I’m not interested in weaker men. Look at my back. Can he even be a proper boyfriend?”
This was a monstrous creature. I had guarded her, but now all my efforts were in vain.
In front of everyone, she was showing off. Didn’t she even consider my feelings?
Anyway, I looked at Kang Tae-hoon.
“Kang Tae-hoon, didn’t I warn you before? You can’t lay a finger on Arna.”
“If you keep babbling like an old man, it doesn’t scare me at all. How about you loosen up your back a bit first?”
“I wish I could do that too.”
“Or maybe I can help? Can you send me a waist corrector from our company?”
Oh, are you talking about medical devices made by Kang Yoon Group?
If so, don’t worry about the specifications…
“Can you just grant me one favor?”
“…Why did this jerk come here?”
With a bewildered expression, Kang Tae-hoon glanced at Arna. What is this guy doing?
Arna shrugged, saying there was no need to pay any attention to him.
“Hey, if you don’t want to get hurt, get lost. This place has nothing to do with you.”
“No, that won’t work.”
“Sigh. That’s why explaining won’t work. You keep looking at me, not understanding the situation. Can’t you just make it for me?”
Swish. Kang Tae-hoon drew his sword. His eyes were completely reversed.
“Stop. This is a classroom.”
But Arna stood up and stood in front of me. Our hero, as expected.
With Arna piggybacked on my back, I stuck my tongue out at Kang Tae-hoon. With a grotesque face.
Nyah nyah. It’s not effective.
“Is he crazy…?”
“I told you to stop.”
“No, that guy is sticking his tongue out at me! Look! He’s even blowing raspberries!”
“What…?”
Arna turned her head. Back to normal mode.
“What are you talking about? I’m not doing anything. What did you do?”
“Well, I have no idea what you’re talking about. That guy seems to be seeing things.”
I kept a serious expression and remained silent.
With the medication taking effect, Kang Tae-hoon grew more agitated.
“That guy… how dare he make fun of Kang Tae-hoon? Arna, step aside. I’m going to turn that guy into sashimi. Or maybe you can become sashimi too.”
“Everyone, stop it.”
The atmosphere was at its peak. The one who pulled back the reins of that fierce animal was technician Kim Dong-hak and instructor Gyeongwon.
He appeared just in time.
“Kang Taehoon. This classroom is only for second-year students. It’s not a place for you, who’s still a first-year.”
“What’s this, Kim Donghak? Was it your class?”
“Yeah, I’m the one conducting the lecture.”
“Well, can’t help it then.”
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Kang Taehoon gracefully gave up and sheathed his sword. In front of Arna, who had never seen Kang Taehoon act so subdued, he presented a calm demeanor in front of Kim Donghak.
“Arna, let’s meet again. I’ll come to challenge the evaluation match as many times as needed.”
“If you’re coming, can you come after the midterm exams are over? Please, I’m begging you.”
Kang Taehoon left the classroom. I flicked my fingers towards his departing back.
Ugh, trash kid. Don’t ever come back.
“Shin Yoonsung.”
This time, it was Kim Donghak calling me.
“If you’re sick, stay quietly in your hospital bed. Don’t come and cause trouble for no reason.”
“Yeah.”
Anyway, I bought time until Kim Donghak arrived, so I can consider my role here done. There’s no reason to stay here any longer. Let’s go back and rest.
Today’s daily quest, complete.
***
At the same time, Hanyul Military Academy Hospital.
As the rumors circulating within the school gradually quieted down, Choi Soeun perked up, saying she only now learned the truth.
“What…? Was all that just a baseless rumor…?”
“Oh, didn’t you know, senior?”
“Not at all.”
Since first hearing the rumor in the cafeteria, she hadn’t heard any additional information. Always either in the dormitory or the hospital, she needed to find a place where she could come across any issues.
“You can know everything just by looking at the school community. It’s all up on the hot bulletin board right now.”
“Community…?”
Choi Soeun couldn’t recall the last time she accessed the community. She couldn’t even remember it now.
Choi Soeun usually didn’t use the school community. It would be full of insults anyway. There was no need to go there and get hurt voluntarily.
“Here.”
Her junior showed her the smartphone screen. There were posts confirming that the rumor was just malicious gossip.
Choi Soeun’s body trembled for a moment.
“Um, senior, are you okay?”
No. Nothing is okay. Just yesterday, I committed several embarrassing acts. As an example, I boldly climbed onto Shin Yoon-sung’s bed without any fear, while he was lying there.
Moreover, I even asked what had happened with Arna.
But it turns out, it was all a misunderstanding.
“Ah…”
My face is burning. Despite trying to cool off with a splash of cold water, I couldn’t hide the fact that my ears were bright red.
Oh, if only there were a mouse hole to hide in right now. Or maybe I should drown myself in alcohol until I forget everything.
What should I do about this…
“You know… when you gave me lunch yesterday… how did I react?”
Exactly last night, my junior delivered lunch on my behalf. By the way, there was nothing inside the lunchbox. It was a timid revenge from Choi So-eun, meaning she sent an empty lunchbox as if wishing I would just die on the spot.
But that revenge backfired. It was my own misconception. I had stepped on the wrong accelerator.
How bewildered must the other person have been…
“Um, at first, you were shocked without saying anything.”
“….”
“Your body stiffened in that state.”
“….”
“And in the end, you were shedding tears, right?”
Choi So-eun, this fool. What on earth did she do? Acting impulsively under the influence of emotions. She just ended up causing unnecessary pain. She should have investigated more and acted carefully.
“Um, the class is starting soon. I’ll go ahead, senior.”
Regardless of what happened, this time it was So-eun’s fault. When you think about it, Shin Yoon-sung, swept up in rumors, was also a victim. But instead of sympathizing with the victim Shin Yoon-sung, she sent an empty lunchbox as revenge.
In this regard, she’s no different from a narrow-minded woman. Even if someone called her a damned woman, there would be nothing to say.
Actually, she was already no different from a bad woman.
Rejecting Shin Yoon-sung for a long time and now slowly becoming aware of him…
“….”
Anyway.
I should apologize properly.
***
It’s pointless to apologize with just words, so I also prepared the promised lunchbox. I put in more effort than before.
Since he said his back hurts, I prepared beef short rib stew and stamina-boosting eel soup as the main dishes. I also added side dishes generously.
Now all I have to do is deliver it….
“Uh….”
I’ve been pacing in front of the hospital room door for a few minutes, barely able to hand over the packed lunch. If things continue like this, the food I made with care will go cold….
I can’t let the cooked meal be eaten cold. Food needs to be eaten while it’s still warm. That’s how the person who made it feels rewarded.
Let’s muster up some more courage. Choi So-min swallowed her dry saliva and slowly opened the hospital room door.
Creak-
“Ah….”
A strong gust of wind blew in as she opened the door. It was because the window was open. And right in front of the window was Shin Yun-seong, waiting.
Swoosh-
I thought I would get some fresh air, but soon a large spoon floated up outside the window. It was the delivery food.
“….”
“….”
The timing is really unbelievable. Choi So-min laughed hollowly and asked Shin Yun-seong.
“Do you really have to eat food from outside like this?”
“My taste buds are craving stimulation. And a strong one at that.”
Shin Yun-seong clenched the chicken box tightly, bloodshot eyes staring. It was a desperate struggle that said this was something he absolutely couldn’t be robbed of.
No, is it normal for a person to change like this just from being hospitalized for a few days?
It was a moment when Choi So-min felt like a fool for agonizing in front of the door earlier. She let out a deep sigh and handed over the lunch bag.
“Well, then, I guess this won’t be needed?”
“Hmm…?”
Shin Yun-seong’s eyes widened. He focused his gaze on the lunch bag.
“Another empty agreement?”
“No. This time it’s a proper one.”
“What’s on the menu?”
“Braised short ribs and eel soup.”
With a toss, Shin Yun-seong threw away the chicken box. Then, he quickly jumped towards the lunchbox like a dog running towards a snack.
“You give up so easily!”
“Having braised short ribs right in front of me, who cares about a measly chicken!”
“Fine, I got it! I’ll give it to you! Just wait a bit! Don’t be too burdensome!”
Finally managing to calm Shin Yun-seong down, she turned him towards the bed. Shin Yun-seong quickly set up the side table and opened the lunch bag.
Growl. Squeak.
Is this really a day of hunger? He emptied the lunchbox without even taking a breath.
From the perspective of the one who made it, it’s nice to have someone eat like that, but…
“How’s the taste? Does it suit your palate?”
When Cho Soeun asked, Shin Yoonsung nodded with the beef rib bone in his mouth.
No wonder it’s like a dog. Of course, when we say “dog” here, we mean a real barking dog. It’s not a curse.
“Well… I’m sorry for yesterday… in many ways…”
Cho Soeun didn’t forget to convey the apology. The lunchbox is a lunchbox, but she came here to be forgiven for the mistakes she made yesterday.
“Hmm, well. I don’t really feel like accepting the apology.”
Shin Yoonsung said, removing the beef rib stew from his mouth. He didn’t accept Cho Soeun’s apology.
Of course, that’s how it would be. Just asking for forgiveness with one word of sorry. It might seem a bit insincere.
“Instead.”
But Shin Yoonsung continued with the next words.
“If you prepare lunchboxes of this quality in the future, I might not refuse.”
“What’s that?”
After all, lunchboxes will continue to be brought during the hospitalization. That was the promise.
She was going to accept it from the beginning, so she was unnecessarily scared.
Really, it was bad.