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I stepped outside after putting on my coat without complaint at the request to step aside for a moment. The winter air felt cold against my skin, but it was warmer than being inside with Yu Bin and Siera.
Although there seemed to be an atmosphere where two people could talk, I left because I couldn’t stand the icy atmosphere in the room. I didn’t want to say anything, having noticed that the atmosphere was different when Yu Bin and Siera were together.
Even when with my girlfriends, I had always been cautious, but the atmosphere with Yu Bin and Siera was even more distinct.
“I’m in a troublesome situation.”
Thinking about how I would have started smoking again if it weren’t for the past, my head ached.
Only Luche knew until now that I was dating all the HunterKillers. During the two weeks I was bedridden, Luche hadn’t reported anything to superiors and had kept it as our secret.
It didn’t seem like Siera found out through Luche. Her reaction when I introduced Yu Bin as my girlfriend wasn’t that of someone who already knew.
Regardless of why she suddenly came, the important thing was that one more person now knew my secret.
While Siera wasn’t the type to blab, it was highly unlikely that she wouldn’t report my situation given her current relationship with me as both an enemy and a lover.
If Siera were to report this, many within would find out about my circumstances, and it would undoubtedly affect my girlfriends.
SuA and Hayang said they wanted to join Spacystro, but I decided to help them after finishing the investigation. Now, if everything were revealed, it would be extremely difficult.
Surely, some would try to use the top-tier abilities of my girlfriends who are also ultra-humans.
Knowing that persuading Siera is the best way to prevent a bad situation, I couldn’t think of what to say to persuade her.
In the past, I never hesitated to speak to Siera or had trouble thinking of what to say. It seems the wall between us over the last ten years has made things this uncomfortable.
“I need to understand what you’re thinking.”
Remembering Siera’s words, I let out a sigh.
She often told me not to do anything since long ago, which continuously put invisible stress on me.
Since coming to Earth, I’ve seen her face less often and heard “don’t do anything” more frequently each time we met.
This stress eventually led to an explosion during a bomb attack a month ago, venting all my pent-up frustration on her.
After two weeks in bed, I woke up and received help from Siera while living on the spaceship. Our relationship felt somewhat closer during that time.
But now, returning to Korea, things have gotten complicated. Even if it weren’t for the current situation, I wouldn’t know what to say when alone with her, making it even harder to start a conversation.
Realizing how much time had passed trying to think, I stretched, feeling it was time to go back in.
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The physical fight may not have happened, but the atmosphere was much better before I left.
Yu Bin, being the team leader, has a personality that doesn’t easily give in during confrontations. Although he hasn’t directly done anything to me, his personality often shows in our conversations.
Especially noticeable during the recent meeting with the team members.
Siera also doesn’t like to lose to others. She has always been competitive since she was young, and I can confidently say I know her personality better than anyone else.
Sitting between these two, who don’t want to lose to each other, makes the atmosphere feel like walking on thin ice.
“Did you have a good talk?”
“Sort of.”
Yu Bin answered with reluctance, and Siera didn’t even respond.
Unlike the clear method I had for talking with Yu Bin, I couldn’t figure out what to say to Siera, so I automatically watched her reactions. When our eyes met, she turned away.
“Why?”
“No, I was just wondering what brought you here today.”
One of the main questions. Since coming to Seoul ten years ago, Siera and I rarely met separately.
Actually, almost never. There were times when we did meet, but I can’t remember them clearly, so I said almost never.
I can’t even recall when we were alone last, yet suddenly Siera came looking for me. Why?
“I tried to call about Luche, but you didn’t answer, so I came.”
I was too shocked to properly discuss with Siera about Luche being ATi.
“Can we talk later? I’ll call you next time. Or go to headquarters.”
“Okay, let’s talk later.”
I couldn’t talk about Spacystro with Yu Bin present.
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I could, but every word would be cautious with Siera there too.
“What are you going to do?”
“…”
The short question contained all the meaning. Surprisingly, I immediately understood Siera’s intention. Yu Bin, knowing my predicament, focused on me without looking at Siera.
“Are you going to report?”
“Depends on what happens.”
At first, it sounded like she wanted me to tell her everything, but regrettably, the only thing I could say was that I was dating all the HunterKillers. There was nothing else to share.
If anything, I could say:
“Luche knows too.”
“What? You’ve known about Luche and haven’t said anything?”
“Yeah, I don’t know why I didn’t say anything.”
Siera paused, staring into space with a puzzled expression, as if piecing together a puzzle. She sighed and rubbed her forehead, seemingly satisfied with the solution.
“That idiot.”
She must have figured something out about Luche on her own.
“So, Luche knows. What’s the plan now?”
Embarrassed to admit it, I decided that enduring the initial discomfort might allow me to convey significant meaning.
“I’m gathering information on the hyper-humans with the help of my girlfriends. My ultimate goal is their happiness.”
Yu Bin’s gaze, previously focused on something else, shifted to me. Seeing her slightly blushing face, I naturally smiled and held her hand.
“You’re not crazy, are you?”
Siera looked exasperated. It was a natural response, and I expected her to react this way.
“It’s not uncommon for enemies to become lovers on invaded planets.”
Spacystro has invaded countless planets, leading to the formation of numerous couples and families. This has been happening since the beginning of their invasion efforts.
For example, Kirk from Team 1 is not a hyper-human but married a regular Earth woman and has a daughter. Many others have already settled down on Earth.
The only difference is that no hyper-human has become a lover or spouse through direct confrontation.
“Yes, it’s not uncommon. But it’s unprecedented for an entire team to become lovers.”
That’s true. As mentioned earlier, it’s rare for inhabitants of invaded planets to form relationships with Spacystro members.
However, it’s unprecedented for an individual to date an entire team like me. I’ve never seen such a case, and it worried me greatly.
Now, I have no intention of letting go of my girlfriends, but I’m sure people would shake their heads at such an unprecedented situation.
“Though it’s unprecedented for an entire team to become lovers, there’s precedent for attempting it. It’s not a problem.”
Yu Bin standing beside me might not understand, but from a cosmic perspective, this is logical. That’s why Siera didn’t comment on the attempt itself.
“If the invasion ends, then what next?”
Siera talked about the distant future. But I had never thought about the future. Whether I stay on Earth or go to space with my girlfriends. It’s uncertain.
Maybe I’ll part ways with them, or continue invading even after their lifespan ends.
Since I can’t predict when situations will arise, I didn’t want to indulge in baseless fantasies.
So, I hadn’t thought about the future. Yu Bin seemed curious about my answer to this question as well, staring at me intently.
“I don’t know yet.”
Honesty was the best answer. I don’t know what will happen. So, I don’t know yet.
I think it’s better to admit the unknown rather than inflate it with fantasies. And it’s true that I don’t know.
“Alright, I understand.”
Although it wasn’t a clear answer, Siera seemed satisfied. I couldn’t gauge Yu Bin’s exact reaction, but I felt he understood my answer.
Regardless, our surface-level relationship as an enemy and a hyper-human is complicated.
Naturally, it’s normal not to know what will happen or what to do.
“Let’s wrap up here for today? The house is a mess.”
“What about sleeping?”
“Right. We should go to Yu Bin’s place.”
“…Do as you wish.”
Seeing the mess, we decided to end the conversation there. With Yu Bin and Siera together, I couldn’t say what needed to be said.
We planned to talk personally with Siera later, so she didn’t object to wrapping up.
Yu Bin showed no signs of disagreement either. In fact, he probably wanted to be rid of Siera sooner. If Siera hadn’t come, we would have spent time alone by now.
“Sorry.”
As I stood up to leave, I heard Siera’s soft voice behind me.
“Hmm?”
Turning around, I saw her standing with her head bowed.
“I’m sorry for messing up the house. I’ll make it up to you later.”
“It’s okay. There’s no need for compensation between us.”
Though I suffered damage, perhaps due to our long friendship, I didn’t want Siera to compensate me. It’s easier to think of it as a surprising incident.
Answering Siera, I stood there watching her as she left.
The house was a mess, and I decided to leave it as it was, planning to clean it up later. Large items would require professional help.
Since we were moving soon, the landlord would cover the repair costs.
I thought it’d be better to buy new things while moving. I realized I hadn’t mentioned wanting to visit SuA’s house.
“I’m leaving now.”
After cleaning the house, I stepped outside. Siera still felt guilty for messing up the house and couldn’t look me in the eye.
“Alright. I’ll call you next time.”
After a light farewell, I watched Siera walk away. Yu Bin kept sending disapproving looks at Siera.
“We wanted to be alone. We spent too much time.”
“It’s fine. It’s partly my fault. I’m sorry.”
Yu Bin, crossing her arms, finally brightened up. Seeing her happy, I couldn’t help but smile, and we kissed lightly.
“What should we do tonight? Should we go to my place? Or a motel?”
“A motel might be tough, but I have a place in mind.”
Given the state of the house, a motel wasn’t suitable.
“Then let’s go there.”
She agreed without hesitation. Deciding to go wherever I suggested, we headed to the first place that came to mind.
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Standing behind Red, who was beside A, Siera boarded the subway and returned home blankly.
Throughout the ride, her mind was a blank slate. She didn’t want to think, and neither did she.
Upon entering, the lights turned on automatically, and she shuffled into the bedroom.
Standing in front of the closed door, she leaned against it and slowly sat down.
Seeing A and Red as a couple at A’s house, she felt many questions and wanted to ask, but the final question overshadowed all previous ones.
‘What is the relationship between you and me…’
The phrase ‘relationship between you and me’ lingered in her mind, spoken by A when she mentioned compensation. She buried her face in her knees, recalling the time they spent together.
“What is the relationship between you and me?”
With no one to answer, she continued asking herself, tightening her grip on her knees with each question.
