Became a childhood friend of the middle boss (164)
In the world of hunters, beings outside the world refer to great people who have stepped down from their positions, no longer participate in official events, and do not pursue commercial purposes as hunters.
At this time, the interpretation of stepping down includes beings who have completely escaped the secular world, beings who have retired as hunters but are still involved in other areas such as the family, and beings who maintain the qualifications of a hunter but do not engage in commercial activities.
In that respect, the head of the Divine Sword Taoist clan, the Beast King Do Yeik, is also clearly accepted as an outsider.
He announced his retirement as a hunter and focused only on managing his family, and at some point, he was relying on his eldest son to do that for him.
However, although the eldest son Do-jun is considered the acting head of the family, he has not been officially recognized as the next head of the family.
However, he is only close to becoming the next head of the family.
With several possibilities in mind, Do Yeik planned to entrust the head of the family to the most suitable child.
In other words, other children can turn the game around as much as they want.
Naturally, they were born as children of lions and had the ambition and desire for power to become the leader of the pack, so there was no way they would refuse.
He represents the consensus of all swordsmanship masters and is the head of the divine sword Taoist family who can command the masters.
They have been engaging in all kinds of competition, sometimes above the surface and sometimes below, to take that position.
As a result, the current next head of the family was considered most likely after Do-jun, in that order, the second son Do Kang-jun, the father of Do-si-eun, the eldest daughter and third son Do Min-hee, and the third son Do Beom-jun, the father of Do Seung-woo.
Starting five years ago, the youngest son, Do Sang-jun, Do Gyeon-woo’s father, got involved and the competition became even more confusing.
In particular, Do Beom-jun, who was the weakest among the siblings, was not happy about Do Sang-jun’s participation in the war.
I felt threatened by Do Sang-jun.
In that situation… .
-I beg your pardon? So Seungwoo… Are you saying you started school now?
The news of his son Do Seung-woo was like destroying the tower that Do Beom-jun had worked so hard to build.
There was an uproar in the Shingeom Taoist family, and the head of the family, Do Yeik, was extremely angry.
―How did you educate your child so that you would be punished like this? You are still the son of a lion!?
-really… I am truly sorry, matriarch. There is no shame.
Even if I committed cheating, it would have been nice if I hadn’t been caught at all.
Do Seung-woo’s plots were revealed in detail, putting pressure on the family.
Do Beom-jun was unable to avoid the situation and had no choice but to receive an unpleasant command from the head of the family in front of his siblings.
-I certainly encouraged competition! But I never said it was okay to do something like this! You have now tarnished the family name with your son!
―I’m sorry, matriarch. I wish Seungwoo well in the future… .
-How dare you try to kill your own flesh and blood!? Because of that guy, there was almost bloodshed in the family! The family almost fell apart again!
―… .
The anger of the head of the family, Do Yeik, was enormous.
To relieve his anger, Do Beom-jun put down all his pride and bowed again and again.
Nevertheless, he could not relent as he remembered the bloody quarrel that occurred in his family long ago.
Moreover, there was one more factor that stimulated him.
―You mean you lost to Tugui’s disciple? Not only did we lose, but our family’s treasure was taken away!?
―… yes. I explained the situation to Tugui’s disciple and retrieved it… .
―Seungwoo If that guy did that, wouldn’t you know it? You said you’d take it back… You’re so good at getting involved in kids’ fights! If that story were told to Tugui, how would he react? They’ll make fun of me so much that I’ll die laughing. No, I will die before that! Are you planning on insulting me any further than this?
―Oh, no. That’s not what I meant… .
-noisy!
―… .
Do Seung-woo was defeated by Kang Han-byeol, a disciple of Dungwi, and the brooch of the storm was stolen.
It was a shameful thing for Do Ye-ik, who was conscious of Tugui Seo Jeong-jin as his opponent.
He forgot to maintain his dignity as the head of the family and spouted all kinds of foul language.
―You don’t need all that! As a parent, you must clean up your child’s poop! Don’t even dare to go near the family until this matter is resolved! Get out of my sight! Get out now!
After receiving the order to congratulate Do Beom-jun, he had to hurriedly enter Academy City with his family’s troublemakers.
They made every effort to handle the situation smoothly.
However, during the interview with Chairman So Hye-yul, a difficulty was encountered.
―As the chairman of the board, I am grateful that Shinken Taoist Church has donated so much. but… Donations alone cannot prevent Do Seung-woo from being expelled.
-yes? Can you tell me why? If there’s anything you’re missing… .
―No, there is nothing more to be gained from ‘Do Beom-jun Sub-Lord’.
―… .
―From what I can do, I can mitigate Do Seung-woo’s cheating behavior during the midterm exam. But that’s not the only problem, right? There is also a part where student Do Seung-woo tried to kill students Do Gyeon-woo and Yeon Ha-neul with clear intentions.
―Chairman, it’s obvious. As far as I know, Seungwoo did not confirm the statement… .
-He denied it in his statement. But isn’t the situation clear?
―… .
-We have already secured testimony from students who participated in the conspiracy. We also obtained evidence that student Do Seung-woo obtained poison from the dark night wasp at an illegal black market.
―I used the black market, so how can I get my hands on the evidence? .
-We can tell. I have the ability to do that. Could I show you the materials if you would like?
―… It would be difficult to prove that Seungwoo planned the murder based on the purchase history alone. It can only be used in tests… .
―There is poison available on the market, but why did you buy the poison of a dark wasp from the black market? Okay, I guess sub-lord Do Beom-jun is right. But how do you explain using that poison on Yeon Ha-neul?
―That was by coincidence… .
―Afterwards, what about student Do Seung-woo ordering other students to chase after Yeon Ha-neul?
―… .
―Do Beom-jun, sub-lord. Do you think I can ignore this? Even though harm was done to the student?
Do Beom-jun could not refute So Hye-yul’s correct opinion as she elegantly put down her tea cup.
In the end, he had to lie flat on his face and ask for her advice.
-then… How can I do this?
―We need to receive an apology from Yeon Ha-neul, a student who was directly affected by this incident.
―… What you’re saying is get a petition.
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-yes that’s right. If Yeon Ha-neul writes a petition for Do Seung-woo, I think I can somehow turn around public opinion.
A child’s honor is the parent’s honor.
If Do Seung-woo was expelled like this, it would inevitably be a huge blow to Do Beom-jun, who was trying to become the head of the Shingeom Taoist family.
That’s why, despite the embarrassment, he visited the Emerald Prison dormitory where Yeon Ha-neul resided.
* * *
No matter how much I think about it, I think my childhood friend is too kind.
Although the memory of being poisoned and on the verge of death is still vivid, the fact that he suddenly agreed to a visit requested by the father of the original villain is nothing short of an angel.
If it were me, I would have pretended not to know.
-But… He’s from your family, right? He’s your relative. How could I ignore it?
-What does that have to do with anything? Do you need to be polite to me because you are my relative? He is an enemy to you. Just get out. Are you worried that your support will be cut off? Don’t worry, that will never happen. Don’t pay any attention to me.
-Ugh, no, something like that. Why worry when you have my back? I don’t even want to be polite.
-Then what is the reason for leaving?
―I don’t know what kind of rumors will spread later on if I just let things go like this, and I’m curious about how things will come out to me.
―… .
―That’s why you want to go out and have a look.
―… I’m curious about everything.
Yeon Ha-neul gave her own reasons.
There was no way for me to stop her, who seemed to have made up her mind.
It was right to respect her decision.
However, her third uncle knew how to roast and boil her, so she could not just let her go.
-Okay, I’ll go instead.
-you also?
―I’ll go and be by your side so you don’t fall for someone’s trick or get into trouble.
―… huh. Thank you, Gyeonwoo.
Yeon Ha-neul is not the type of person who can clearly say ‘I don’t like it or not’.
I have a kind heart and can’t even get angry.
Even if I get angry, I will speak politely.
With that kind of personality, you will only be swayed by your third uncle.
So, I have to protect you by my side.
I decided to accompany her as the aftereffects had not yet subsided.
―Hey, I’m okay now… . I can also use magic to some extent.
-You are still a patient. Listen to me and walk carefully.
-yes yes.
That’s how I met my third uncle in the cafeteria of the Cheokok dormitory.
My third uncle was shocked when he saw me walking from the entrance.
“You are the sky? My name is Do Beom-jun, Seung-woo’s father. I am in charge of the Regulus Clan in Gwacheon City. I’m sorry we met in this way. Nice to meet you though. Are you feeling okay now? and… “Gyeonwoo is here too.”
“… hello. It’s a soft sky. “I’m still a little uncomfortable.”
“It’s been a while since I saw you, third uncle.”
It was well known in my family that Yeon Ha-neul and I were childhood friends.
My third uncle, who guessed that he might meet me, quickly changed his expression and greeted me.
It was a face that, if someone was seeing it for the first time, would have thought it had a good impression.
“What’s the point of standing? Please sit in the front. I thought it would be a good idea to eat something and talk, so I prepared some refreshments. “I hope you don’t decline.”
My third uncle offered me a seat across from him.
We listened to what he had to say without touching the refreshments.
The story started out as a brief update and soon moved on to the main topic.
“The reason I met you today is to apologize as a parent for what Seungwoo did. It is my responsibility to teach my children wrongly. Even as a person of Shinken Taoism, it was not right. “I sincerely apologize.”
“… .”
“I promise that I will send Seungwoo to formally apologize when he leaves school soon. so… .”
Can’t you stop forgiving Seungwoo?
I know it’s shameless, but I’d like you to write a petition for Seung-woo.
Do Beom-jun spoke as if he had prepared something in advance, as if he would not give us even a moment to speak.
Then he put the bag that had been left on the floor on the table.
The bag, which was locked with a padlock, was full of gold coins.
“Of course, I won’t say it with my bare mouth. If you write a petition, I plan to compensate you accordingly so that you won’t regret it. This is only part of it. “I will listen to whatever I can.”
“… .”
“Do you want to join the Regulus Clan? The Gwacheon City branch where I am located is a place where you can build up high performance and become a shortcut to success. Sangjun… No, it is in a much better position than the Songpa-gu branch where Gyeonwoo’s father is located. If you want… “I am willing to accept him as an executive immediately upon joining.”
It was an offer that would appeal to anyone who wanted wealth and fame.
‘It probably means that the third uncle is in a difficult situation right now.’
Based on the information given, I inferred the circumstances of my third uncle.
On the other hand, he glanced at Yeon Ha-neul, who had been quietly listening for a while.
She was lost in thought, and eventually her voice spilled out.
It was a distant tone that could not be attributed to her usual attitude.
“Thank you for the offer, but I will decline. And you don’t have to apologize. Because you’re not the one who should apologize to me. Unless she apologizes, I have no intention of accepting it. Even if you accept it, forgiving it is a different thing. No, honestly… I hope he never comes to visit me. “I never want to see you again.”
“… .”
So I cannot write a petition.
Unlike Yeon Ha-neul, who is not good at saying no, it was a fairly direct expression of her opinion.
The sight of her directly facing her third uncle without avoiding his gaze was surprising.
But that feeling only lasted for a moment.
‘I’m shaking.’
I looked down the table and caught a glimpse of Yeon Ha-neul’s hands shaking on her knees.
On the outside, he shows a strong attitude so as not to be looked down on, but on the inside, he is actually afraid.
Realizing how she felt, I quietly held her hand.
“… !”
Yeon Ha-neul, who must have been very nervous dealing with her third uncle, flinched for a moment.
Soon she realized it was my hand and said softly, “Ah…” .” She made a noise.
Her face seemed to relax.
‘It’s okay, I’m here.’
I don’t know if my feelings will be conveyed.
I gently rubbed the back of my hand to relieve Yeon Ha-neul’s burden.
Feeling that that wasn’t enough, he asked for permission and clasped his hands together.
Her hand opened wide following my gesture, and her fingers intertwined as if they had been interlocked from the beginning.
At that time, the third uncle opened his mouth.
“I guess the compensation wasn’t enough. Well, since you already have the support of your family and have a guaranteed future as a disciple of the Witch of the Seven Colors, you probably won’t be noticed. Okay, I’ll add a reward.”
“Compensation is not the issue… .”
“If you just write a petition, I will also give you the artifacts kept by the Gwacheon City branch. You can take anything up to three points. “Is this enough to spark interest?”
“… sorry. As I said a little while ago, I have no intention of accepting the offer.”
Yeon Ha-neul refused again this time.
Only then did the third uncle’s face distort.
He spoke with force, as if suppressing his anger.
“Think about it carefully… . I’m sure it won’t be a bad story for you either… .”
“They say Haneul is not interested. “Let’s leave it at that, third uncle.”
“Do Gyeon-woo… “As your cousin, do you want Seungwoo to ruin his life like this?”
“We are the ones who almost ruined our lives because of him? But do we know what will happen to her?”
“But Seungwoo, yes… .”
“I’m like this because I want you to do well as my cousin.”
“… .”
“I don’t think there’s anything more to say, so we’ll just get up. Goodbye, third uncle. “Sky, let’s go.”
Any further conversation here would be meaningless.
Sensing that the conversation was about to repeat, I helped Yeon Ha-neul stand up.
The third uncle, who was sitting in his seat, was looking up with murderous eyes.
I, hiding the soft sky from his gaze, gave a mocking warning.
“There’s no way he’ll forgive me, so don’t come back again next time. No, come visit us. You can just ignore it anyway. Let’s go, sky.”
“Ah, Gyeonwoo… . huh.”
While the third uncle said nothing and glared fiercely.
I grabbed Yeon Ha-neul’s hand.
She gave a cursory greeting to her third uncle and obediently followed me.
She looked at me carefully.
“Are you mad?”
“Then you won’t be angry? You think it will be enough to compensate you with material things. If I had done it wrong, someone would have died, but really… . If it weren’t for me being the third uncle, I’d jump out and c*m in my seat… .”
“No, you can’t use words like that. “But you are still an adult relative.”
“Aren’t you angry?”
“If I’m angry, I’m angry. But what… .”
The soft sky that followed me from behind.
She was smiling brightly.
“It’s okay because you got angry for me. And because I was concerned about this, my anger subsided.”
“here? ah… .”
Yeon Ha-neul came out and waved her clasped hands.
Seeing her smiling face somehow made me feel better.
“Thank you. If it weren’t for you, I wouldn’t have been able to speak properly earlier.”
“You were speaking beautifully before then. “I’m proud of myself, and I know how to confidently refuse.”
“Chii, am I Annie?”
“Okay then, baby. “Because he’s a month behind me.”
“What? Yes, yes, Mr. Gyeonwoo, whose birthday is a month earlier than mine.”
“… “Don’t call me uncle?”
Yeon Ha-neul shakes her shoulders.
The sight of him smiling while covering his mouth with his clasped hands is quite impressive.
We just stood in the hallway giggling whether people passed by or not.
“It’s a shame to go to my room like this, but shall we go for a short walk?”
“Yeah, good. “Let’s buy strawberry milk at the convenience store on the way back.”
“Don’t overdo it and walk slowly.”
“I’m okay now… . “Am I even pregnant?”
“I have a baby in my stomach, so I have to be careful.”
“Aaaah! Where are you suddenly touching!? “Why are you touching your stomach!?”
“Baby, are you okay there?”
“… .”
“baby? Can you hear me? Bye?”
“Ugh… . “Yes, I’m fine here, Gyeonwoo’s dad.”
“huh? Now What… .”
“Stop it now and let’s go quickly!”
“You just called me dad, right? “Aren’t you too absorbed in the prank?”
“Ugh, forget it! forget! Don’t make fun of me! And now get your hands off the boat! Other people over there are looking at me strangely… .”
“Other people won’t care? It’s because you’re too observant. Anyway, let’s go, let’s go.”
that day.
We didn’t let go of our hands until we parted ways.
* * *
In the end, Yeon Ha-neul did not write a petition.
Do Beom-jun proved his incompetence and had to go to Do Ye-ik and kneel down.
He was in such danger that he had to rely on politics.
-Please just look at me just once, father… .
-Tsk.
If Do Seung-woo were expelled from school, there would be no disgrace to the family.
It would become a laughingstock of the entire family.
It was a situation that neither Do Beom-jun nor Do Ye-ik ever wanted.
-I am very disappointed.
-sorry.
– Perhaps Beomjun, you might find it difficult to be where you are now. Please take responsibility for this incident and resign from your position as head of the Gwacheon City branch.
―Ah, father, that’s… !
-why. Do you want to put out more things?
―… no. Step back… I’ll get out.
If Do Beom-jun had taken care of the situation, he would have just gotten scolded and moved on.
The head of the family, Do Yeik, took charge, and in return he had to give up his influence over the family.
Although he managed to maintain his position as a sub-lord, he was kicked out as the head of the Gwacheon City branch and had no choice but to face difficulties in building future performance.
Naturally, the vacant position went to Do Gyeon-woo’s father, Do Sang-jun.
―Sangjun, take charge of Gwacheon City. Songpa-gu decides whether to seat four people or not.
―… I will do my best to live up to your expectations, matriarch.
-Yes, keep moving forward. Don’t let down your guard.
As a result, there has been a change in the competitive landscape for the next head of the family.
Do Beom-jun was virtually eliminated from the competition, and Do Sang-jun, who absorbed some of his influence, threatened the position of Do Min-hee, the eldest daughter and fourth child.
From now on, whether he liked it or not, he had no choice but to be checked by her.
Meanwhile, through negotiations between Do Ye-ik and So Hye-yul, Do Seung-woo narrowly avoided expulsion and negotiated a forced transfer.
―Even out of respect for my family, I will not expel you. But until I admit it again, Do Seung-woo, you will never mention your family’s name.
The punishment that Do Yeik gave to Do Seung-woo was tantamount to depriving him of his status as a member of the Shingeom Taoist family.
If it was said to be light, it was treated as light, and if it was said to be heavy, it was treated as heavy.
I couldn’t go against the head of the family’s orders.
When he received written notice from his school, he finally realized that he had fallen.
“… There’s no one. Hagisa, I guess so.”
Before you know it, time has passed.
Do Seung-woo, who was released from prison, smiled bitterly at the situation where no one welcomed him.
I had predicted it, but it is bittersweet.
Having been abandoned by his family, he decided to head to the dormitory to find a way to live in the future.
“… .”
It was at that moment that I felt a presence.
Do Seung-woo turned his head.
he asked, snorting.
“What’s the matter? “Just because I got out of prison doesn’t mean I came here to feed you tofu.”
“Of course not. “You wouldn’t know if I came here to laugh at you.”
“Do Gyeon-woo… .”
“And there are debts to pay.”
“A debt that needs to be repaid?”
“You have to pay the price for messing with the sky.”
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