Chapter 32: My Hero (8)
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Chapter 32: My Hero (8)
TL/Editor: Raei
Schedule: 4-5/week, Mon-Fri
Illustrations: Here
Join the discord! Here
No, you cant...!
Song Soo-yeon spoke out even before Jung-gyeom could answer.
Jung-gyeoms head slowly turned toward her.
No...you cant. Just no.
She repeated like a parrot, not meeting Jung-gyeom's gaze.
She hadnt yet come up with a reason to convince him.
She just held onto his arm, pleading with her words.
.....Did you hate heroes this much?
Jung-gyeoms voice echoed.
Song Soo-yeon gave no response.
.........Soo-yeon... do you hate me that much...?
The hurt in Min-Boms voice was just an afterthought, barely piercing Song Soo-yeons consciousness with guilt.
Song Soo-yeon bit her lip and then came up with a seemingly valid reason.
"It's... because you're a hero."
.........
What if villains find out you're helping Mister? Can you guarantee this restaurant will remain safe?
....Uh...
"Don't you care about our safety?
Song Soo-yeon....
Min-Bom glanced at Jung-gyeom before responding.
"I'll be as careful as possible in that regard. I'll always be by Gyeom oppa's side to protect him...."
Song Soo-yeon swallowed hard.
That was even worse.
She couldnt bear the thought of her always being by Jung-gyeoms side.
It just couldnt happen.
...No..you cant. I dont trust you. I dont trust heroes.
Then, a light laughter eased the tense atmosphere.
Jung-gyeom tousled Song Soo-yeons hair.
Ah, Mister?
....Hah. Why am I smiling and feeling happy?
.....What?
"......You're pushing Bom away because you're worried about me, aren't you?"
........
...Ah. I learned a lot today. Soo-yeon doesnt actually hate me.
Mister, thats not what were talking about.
Its okay.
Jung-gyeom stated firmly.The source of this content nov(el)bi((n))
Song Soo-yeon doubted her ears.
She looked up at him.
.....What?
Thank you for worrying. Ill be fine. There wont be any problems.
But, but-
If that were the case, wouldnt all heroes acquaintances be in danger? Youre overthinking it.
Song Soo-yeon slightly distanced herself from Jung-gyeom and looked at his expression, asking weakly.
......So, youre accepting her proposal?
"....Yes. I don't think it will be too difficult for me."
Song Soo-yeon shut her eyes tightly and shook her head, not letting go of Jung-gyeoms hands.
....I said no....
Instead of an answer, the sound of Jung-gyeoms laughter reached her ears.
....Haha.
It was a laugh that sounded both regretful and awkward.
Song Soo-yeons heart fluttered again at the renewed confrontation.
Song Soo-yeon.
Min-Bom wasnt silent either.
She forced a cheerful voice, speaking up.
"I... I don't plan to ask Gyeom oppa for help without giving anything in return."
Song Soo-yeon slightly lifted her head.
"Really. Ill talk to the Hero Association about sponsoring this restaurant."
"......Sponsorship?"
"Yes...! Its a place doing good deeds! So... I'll find ways I can help..! I want to learn various things from Gyeom oppa..."
"....But thats-"
"-The restaurant is struggling a bit, right?"
Song Soo-yeon was speechless.
Unknowingly, she envisioned a future where the restaurant received sponsorship.
In truth, Song Soo-yeon was still unstable.
She had only set aside her fight with Jung-gyeom, without finding a solid solution to stay in the restaurant.
....But if there was money.
"........"
Song Soo-yeon couldnt find any more words to say.
It all comes down to money.
Always money.
Always bending to it.
Min-Bom continued.
But as much as Solace admired me, I wasnt anything special.
The reason I reached the top villain ranking in the past was all due to overwhelming force.
Not because I was cruel or vicious, but simply because I was unstoppable.
Thats why I was ranked first.
Of course...... I did commit some crimes.
So now, it's hard for me to feel fear towards anyone.
I've always been cautious about becoming reckless, though.
But I couldnt reveal that truth.
I couldnt say, "I did it because I was strong."
Reluctantly, I had to continue acting.
Just... you know, it's like that.
You werent scared?
Noo... I guess I should say I was scared...?
Sigh. I just wish I wasn't afraid at all.
I stop acting whenever it feels like I could give advice.
Oh. Thats not good. It's better to have fear.
".....How would you know that, oppa?"
"......Right."
Solace burst out laughing.
I joined in, laughing along with her.
"....Hmm.."
At that moment, Song Soo-yeon leaned more heavily against my shoulder.
I gently pressed the side of her head to keep it from falling off my shoulder.
"But I really think youre amazing. Everything you do, oppa."
"........"
"Standing up to Shake for a student youre close to, talking about school violence. Providing food for people for free. Even giving a house to Song Soo-yeon. While you sleep at the restaurant..."
I couldnt help but feel embarrassed.
Not because I was uncomfortable with praise, but because I felt somewhat guilty.
I was a villain.
I started living this way all because of Solace.
Thats why she couldnt help but admire my actions.
All the good deeds I did were things Solace would have done.
I was just doing what she would have dreamed of doing in the future.
So my actions must have struck a chord with her.
She saw my change and thought I was great for mimicking her.
I had no choice but to feel embarrassed.
"....It's not like that."
"Wow. Humble too?"
Knowing I was feeling embarrassed, Solace started to tease me.
Pretending to be overly surprised, she covered her mouth.
Her playful side, which I hadn't seen before, made me burst into laughter.
As I laughed, Song Soo-yeon shivered as if she was cold.
As she moved, I calmed my laughter and pressed her head back against my shoulder.
Song Soo-yeon wriggled a bit and then lightly embraced my arm, instinctively seeking warmth.
I thought about what excuse I could make if she suddenly woke up.
Solace activated her power for a moment.
Her eyes and hair began to glow brightly.
A warm heat filled the restaurant, driving away the winter chill.
"....Thank you."
I expressed my gratitude to Solace.
"Huh? Whats there for you to thank me for? I did it for Song Soo-yeon."
"Still."
Solace looked at me for a while, then changed her position to lean towards me.
"....Tell me honestly, oppa."
"Yes?"
"Song Soo-yeon is asleep right now. I'm just curious."
"What about?"
"......Based on what youve done for Song Soo-yeon so far, Im skeptical."
"........"
"......Do you really not like Song Soo-yeon?"
I looked at Solace.
Song Soo-yeon seemed to twitch slightly.
I shrugged my shoulders.
The same thought, no matter how many times Im asked.
".....I like her, but if you ask if it's love, then no."
A silence fell for a moment.
"...Really?"
Solace smiled gently.
I answered.
"....Yes. Besides, Song Soo-yeon...
I looked at Song Soo-yeon leaning on my shoulder.
".....She told me never to harbor such feelings."
---
*so looking at the raws, it seems to mostly refer to Solace as Min-Bom when the narrative is in 3rd, and Min-Bom as Solace when it is from Jung-Gyeom's view point.
However, I say mostly cuz there was a few sentences that called Min-Bom 'Solace' in the 3rd person, and there was 1 sentence at the very beginning of the pov switch to Jung-Gyeom that called Solace 'Min-Bom.'
I've fixed it to Min-Bom only and Solace only on the different povs and just decided to assume they were mistakes...
Though in future chaps using Min-Bom in the narrative text is slowly phased out and only 'Solace' is used...
Please report us if you find any errors so we can fix it asap!
Chapter 32: My Hero (8)
TL/Editor: Raei
Schedule: 4-5/week, Mon-Fri
Illustrations: Here
Join the discord! Here
No, you cant...!
Song Soo-yeon spoke out even before Jung-gyeom could answer.
Jung-gyeoms head slowly turned toward her.
No...you cant. Just no.
She repeated like a parrot, not meeting Jung-gyeom's gaze.
She hadnt yet come up with a reason to convince him.
She just held onto his arm, pleading with her words.
.....Did you hate heroes this much?
Jung-gyeoms voice echoed.
Song Soo-yeon gave no response.
.........Soo-yeon... do you hate me that much...?
The hurt in Min-Boms voice was just an afterthought, barely piercing Song Soo-yeons consciousness with guilt.
Song Soo-yeon bit her lip and then came up with a seemingly valid reason.
"It's... because you're a hero."
.........
What if villains find out you're helping Mister? Can you guarantee this restaurant will remain safe?
....Uh...
"Don't you care about our safety?
Song Soo-yeon....
Min-Bom glanced at Jung-gyeom before responding.
"I'll be as careful as possible in that regard. I'll always be by Gyeom oppa's side to protect him...."
Song Soo-yeon swallowed hard.
That was even worse.
She couldnt bear the thought of her always being by Jung-gyeoms side.
It just couldnt happen.
...No..you cant. I dont trust you. I dont trust heroes.
Then, a light laughter eased the tense atmosphere.
Jung-gyeom tousled Song Soo-yeons hair.
Ah, Mister?
....Hah. Why am I smiling and feeling happy?
.....What?
"......You're pushing Bom away because you're worried about me, aren't you?"
........
...Ah. I learned a lot today. Soo-yeon doesnt actually hate me.
Mister, thats not what were talking about.
Its okay.
Jung-gyeom stated firmly.The source of this content nov(el)bi((n))
Song Soo-yeon doubted her ears.
She looked up at him.
.....What?
Thank you for worrying. Ill be fine. There wont be any problems.
But, but-
If that were the case, wouldnt all heroes acquaintances be in danger? Youre overthinking it.
Song Soo-yeon slightly distanced herself from Jung-gyeom and looked at his expression, asking weakly.
......So, youre accepting her proposal?
"....Yes. I don't think it will be too difficult for me."
Song Soo-yeon shut her eyes tightly and shook her head, not letting go of Jung-gyeoms hands.
....I said no....
Instead of an answer, the sound of Jung-gyeoms laughter reached her ears.
....Haha.
It was a laugh that sounded both regretful and awkward.
Song Soo-yeons heart fluttered again at the renewed confrontation.
Song Soo-yeon.
Min-Bom wasnt silent either.
She forced a cheerful voice, speaking up.
"I... I don't plan to ask Gyeom oppa for help without giving anything in return."
Song Soo-yeon slightly lifted her head.
"Really. Ill talk to the Hero Association about sponsoring this restaurant."
"......Sponsorship?"
"Yes...! Its a place doing good deeds! So... I'll find ways I can help..! I want to learn various things from Gyeom oppa..."
"....But thats-"
"-The restaurant is struggling a bit, right?"
Song Soo-yeon was speechless.
Unknowingly, she envisioned a future where the restaurant received sponsorship.
In truth, Song Soo-yeon was still unstable.
She had only set aside her fight with Jung-gyeom, without finding a solid solution to stay in the restaurant.
....But if there was money.
"........"
Song Soo-yeon couldnt find any more words to say.
It all comes down to money.
Always money.
Always bending to it.
Min-Bom continued.
But as much as Solace admired me, I wasnt anything special.
The reason I reached the top villain ranking in the past was all due to overwhelming force.
Not because I was cruel or vicious, but simply because I was unstoppable.
Thats why I was ranked first.
Of course...... I did commit some crimes.
So now, it's hard for me to feel fear towards anyone.
I've always been cautious about becoming reckless, though.
But I couldnt reveal that truth.
I couldnt say, "I did it because I was strong."
Reluctantly, I had to continue acting.
Just... you know, it's like that.
You werent scared?
Noo... I guess I should say I was scared...?
Sigh. I just wish I wasn't afraid at all.
I stop acting whenever it feels like I could give advice.
Oh. Thats not good. It's better to have fear.
".....How would you know that, oppa?"
"......Right."
Solace burst out laughing.
I joined in, laughing along with her.
"....Hmm.."
At that moment, Song Soo-yeon leaned more heavily against my shoulder.
I gently pressed the side of her head to keep it from falling off my shoulder.
"But I really think youre amazing. Everything you do, oppa."
"........"
"Standing up to Shake for a student youre close to, talking about school violence. Providing food for people for free. Even giving a house to Song Soo-yeon. While you sleep at the restaurant..."
I couldnt help but feel embarrassed.
Not because I was uncomfortable with praise, but because I felt somewhat guilty.
I was a villain.
I started living this way all because of Solace.
Thats why she couldnt help but admire my actions.
All the good deeds I did were things Solace would have done.
I was just doing what she would have dreamed of doing in the future.
So my actions must have struck a chord with her.
She saw my change and thought I was great for mimicking her.
I had no choice but to feel embarrassed.
"....It's not like that."
"Wow. Humble too?"
Knowing I was feeling embarrassed, Solace started to tease me.
Pretending to be overly surprised, she covered her mouth.
Her playful side, which I hadn't seen before, made me burst into laughter.
As I laughed, Song Soo-yeon shivered as if she was cold.
As she moved, I calmed my laughter and pressed her head back against my shoulder.
Song Soo-yeon wriggled a bit and then lightly embraced my arm, instinctively seeking warmth.
I thought about what excuse I could make if she suddenly woke up.
Solace activated her power for a moment.
Her eyes and hair began to glow brightly.
A warm heat filled the restaurant, driving away the winter chill.
"....Thank you."
I expressed my gratitude to Solace.
"Huh? Whats there for you to thank me for? I did it for Song Soo-yeon."
"Still."
Solace looked at me for a while, then changed her position to lean towards me.
"....Tell me honestly, oppa."
"Yes?"
"Song Soo-yeon is asleep right now. I'm just curious."
"What about?"
"......Based on what youve done for Song Soo-yeon so far, Im skeptical."
"........"
"......Do you really not like Song Soo-yeon?"
I looked at Solace.
Song Soo-yeon seemed to twitch slightly.
I shrugged my shoulders.
The same thought, no matter how many times Im asked.
".....I like her, but if you ask if it's love, then no."
A silence fell for a moment.
"...Really?"
Solace smiled gently.
I answered.
"....Yes. Besides, Song Soo-yeon...
I looked at Song Soo-yeon leaning on my shoulder.
".....She told me never to harbor such feelings."
---
*so looking at the raws, it seems to mostly refer to Solace as Min-Bom when the narrative is in 3rd, and Min-Bom as Solace when it is from Jung-Gyeom's view point.
However, I say mostly cuz there was a few sentences that called Min-Bom 'Solace' in the 3rd person, and there was 1 sentence at the very beginning of the pov switch to Jung-Gyeom that called Solace 'Min-Bom.'
I've fixed it to Min-Bom only and Solace only on the different povs and just decided to assume they were mistakes...
Though in future chaps using Min-Bom in the narrative text is slowly phased out and only 'Solace' is used...
Chapter 32: My Hero 8TL/Editor: Raei Schedule: 4-5/week, Mon-Fri Illustrations: HereJoin the discord! HereNo, you cant...!Song Soo-yeon spoke out even before Jung-gyeom could answer.Jung-gyeoms head slowly turned toward her.No...you cant. Just no.She repeated like a parrot, not meeting Jung-gyeom's gaze.She hadnt yet come up with a reason to convince him.She just held onto his arm, pleading with her words......Did you hate heroes this much?Jung-gyeoms voice echoed.Song Soo-yeon gave no response..........Soo-yeon... do you hate me that much...?The hurt in Min-Boms voice was just an afterthought, barely piercing Song Soo-yeons consciousness with guilt.Song Soo-yeon bit her lip and then came up with a seemingly valid reason."It's... because you're a hero.".........What if villains find out you're helping Mister? Can you guarantee this restaurant will remain safe?....Uh..."Don't you care about our safety?Song Soo-yeon....Min-Bom glanced at Jung-gyeom before responding."I'll be as careful as possible in that regard. I'll always be by Gyeom oppa's side to protect him...."Song Soo-yeon swallowed hard.That was even worse.She couldnt bear the thought of her always being by Jung-gyeoms side.It just couldnt happen....No..you cant. I dont trust you. I dont trust heroes.Then, a light laughter eased the tense atmosphere.Jung-gyeom tousled Song Soo-yeons hair.Ah, Mister?....Hah. Why am I smiling and feeling happy?.....What?"......You're pushing Bom away because you're worried about me, aren't you?"...........Ah. I learned a lot today. Soo-yeon doesnt actually hate me.Mister, thats not what were talking about.Its okay.Jung-gyeom stated firmly.The source of this content novelbinSong Soo-yeon doubted her ears.She looked up at him......What?Thank you for worrying. Ill be fine. There wont be any problems.But, but-If that were the case, wouldnt all heroes acquaintances be in danger? Youre overthinking it.Song Soo-yeon slightly distanced herself from Jung-gyeom and looked at his expression, asking weakly.......So, youre accepting her proposal?"....Yes. I don't think it will be too difficult for me."Song Soo-yeon shut her eyes tightly and shook her head, not letting go of Jung-gyeoms hands.....I said no....Instead of an answer, the sound of Jung-gyeoms laughter reached her ears.....Haha.It was a laugh that sounded both regretful and awkward.Song Soo-yeons heart fluttered again at the renewed confrontation.Song Soo-yeon.Min-Bom wasnt silent either.She forced a cheerful voice, speaking up."I... I don't plan to ask Gyeom oppa for help without giving anything in return."Song Soo-yeon slightly lifted her head."Really. Ill talk to the Hero Association about sponsoring this restaurant.""......Sponsorship?""Yes...! Its a place doing good deeds! So... I'll find ways I can help..! I want to learn various things from Gyeom oppa...""....But thats-""-The restaurant is struggling a bit, right?"Song Soo-yeon was speechless.Unknowingly, she envisioned a future where the restaurant received sponsorship.In truth, Song Soo-yeon was still unstable.She had only set aside her fight with Jung-gyeom, without finding a solid solution to stay in the restaurant.....But if there was money."........"Song Soo-yeon couldnt find any more words to say.It all comes down to money.Always money.Always bending to it.Min-Bom continued.But as much as Solace admired me, I wasnt anything special.The reason I reached the top villain ranking in the past was all due to overwhelming force.Not because I was cruel or vicious, but simply because I was unstoppable.Thats why I was ranked first.Of course...... I did commit some crimes.So now, it's hard for me to feel fear towards anyone.I've always been cautious about becoming reckless, though.But I couldnt reveal that truth.I couldnt say, "I did it because I was strong."Reluctantly, I had to continue acting.Just... you know, it's like that.You werent scared?Noo... I guess I should say I was scared...?Sigh. I just wish I wasn't afraid at all.I stop acting whenever it feels like I could give advice.Oh. Thats not good. It's better to have fear.".....How would you know that, oppa?""......Right."Solace burst out laughing.I joined in, laughing along with her."....Hmm.."At that moment, Song Soo-yeon leaned more heavily against my shoulder.I gently pressed the side of her head to keep it from falling off my shoulder."But I really think youre amazing. Everything you do, oppa.""........""Standing up to Shake for a student youre close to, talking about school violence. Providing food for people for free. Even giving a house to Song Soo-yeon. While you sleep at the restaurant..."I couldnt help but feel embarrassed.Not because I was uncomfortable with praise, but because I felt somewhat guilty.I was a villain.I started living this way all because of Solace.Thats why she couldnt help but admire my actions.All the good deeds I did were things Solace would have done.I was just doing what she would have dreamed of doing in the future.So my actions must have struck a chord with her.She saw my change and thought I was great for mimicking her.I had no choice but to feel embarrassed."....It's not like that.""Wow. Humble too?"Knowing I was feeling embarrassed, Solace started to tease me.Pretending to be overly surprised, she covered her mouth.Her playful side, which I hadn't seen before, made me burst into laughter.As I laughed, Song Soo-yeon shivered as if she was cold.As she moved, I calmed my laughter and pressed her head back against my shoulder.Song Soo-yeon wriggled a bit and then lightly embraced my arm, instinctively seeking warmth.I thought about what excuse I could make if she suddenly woke up.Solace activated her power for a moment.Her eyes and hair began to glow brightly.A warm heat filled the restaurant, driving away the winter chill."....Thank you."I expressed my gratitude to Solace."Huh? Whats there for you to thank me for? I did it for Song Soo-yeon.""Still."Solace looked at me for a while, then changed her position to lean towards me."....Tell me honestly, oppa.""Yes?""Song Soo-yeon is asleep right now. I'm just curious.""What about?""......Based on what youve done for Song Soo-yeon so far, Im skeptical.""........""......Do you really not like Song Soo-yeon?"I looked at Solace.Song Soo-yeon seemed to twitch slightly.I shrugged my shoulders.The same thought, no matter how many times Im asked.".....I like her, but if you ask if it's love, then no."A silence fell for a moment."...Really?"Solace smiled gently.I answered."....Yes. Besides, Song Soo-yeon...I looked at Song Soo-yeon leaning on my shoulder.".....She told me never to harbor such feelings."---*so looking at the raws, it seems to mostly refer to Solace as Min-Bom when the narrative is in 3rd, and Min-Bom as Solace when it is from Jung-Gyeom's view point.However, I say mostly cuz there was a few sentences that called Min-Bom 'Solace' in the 3rd person, and there was 1 sentence at the very beginning of the pov switch to Jung-Gyeom that called Solace 'Min-Bom.'I've fixed it to Min-Bom only and Solace only on the different povs and just decided to assume they were mistakes...Though in future chaps using Min-Bom in the narrative text is slowly phased out and only 'Solace' is used...
