Chapter 233

The day after sorting things out with Yoon Yeon.

For the first time since my physical training at the training facility, I was feeling completely wrecked.

‘Damn it…’

Well, considering how much we went at it, it’s no wonder my body couldn’t handle it.

‘…Did I go too far?’

I started to get a little worried. But it wasn’t my body I was worried about—it was Yoon Yeon.

After all, I lost control because of her provocation and ended up being rough.

Seeing Yoon Yeon in such a disheveled state for the first time made me lose my senses.

Sure, I kept it within some boundaries, but it was still way beyond a normal relationship.

‘…She said she was fine, though.’

Honestly, it might be my imagination, but she seemed pretty satisfied.

Plus, probably due to the difference in our stats, while I was feeling like death, she was walking around perfectly fine.

‘…Literally a superhuman.’

And today, seeing Yoon Yeon teaching the trainees with her usual demeanor, I felt something incredibly awkward.

The fact that such a woman showed me her disheveled side last night…

‘Ugh, this is tough.’

Slumping in my chair, Hyeon-jin came over with a concerned look.

“Bro, are you okay?”

“…Yeah.”

‘Come to think of it, he doesn’t have much to do either.’

Since Hyeon-jin and I are here in supporting roles, we don’t really have any set schedule inside the training facility.

“You look really tired. Did something happen?”

I guess it’s pretty obvious just by looking at me.

“No, just a little…”

‘Ugh, what excuse should I make?’

“Hey, bro. Did you go hard on training or something?”

“Huh? Oh, yeah, something like that.”

“…Just how much did you do? You wouldn’t look like this unless you overdid it. Did you push yourself too hard?”

‘How much? Like a madman, that’s how much.’

…Of course, it wasn’t training I was talking about.

‘Ah, what do I do?’

If Wi Ho-yeon comes back after finishing her training and sees me like this, she’ll definitely notice something.

‘Knowing Wi Ho-yeon, she won’t get mad, but…’

Even though Earth’s morals don’t apply on this continent, I still feel guilty toward Wi Ho-yeon.

‘…What can I do? If she asks, I’ll just tell the truth.’

I didn’t want to lie. It wasn’t a relationship born out of love at first, but now… I’m not so sure.

‘Lately, Wi Ho-yeon seems different.’

Somehow, whenever I see Wi Ho-yeon, I feel my heart skip a beat.

‘…Do I have feelings for Wi Ho-yeon?’

Anyway, I really hope Wi Ho-yeon doesn’t get hurt.

“Huh? Look, both of them are coming.”

Speak of the devil, Wi Ho-yeon and Kang I-seo were returning after finishing their training.

“What’s up? Hey, Cha Hyeon-jin, why do you look like that?”

Kang I-seo took one look at me and immediately started questioning.

“Well… He said he overdid it during training yesterday.”

Kang I-seo reacted like she’d heard something absurd.

“…Training? What kind of training makes you look half-dead?”

She looked suspicious. Honestly, that’s a normal reaction.

As for Wi Ho-yeon… She definitely noticed something.

She didn’t press me right then, but I could instinctively tell she’d figured something out.

“Hey, what training are you talking about? I haven’t seen you train recently.”

“…Just because you didn’t see it doesn’t mean I didn’t do it.”

“That’s weird…”

But… It seemed like Kang I-seo bought it.

She still had a slightly doubtful look, but honestly, there’s no way Kang I-seo could know about me and Yoon Yeon.

The problem was Wi Ho-yeon.

Wi Ho-yeon knows Yoon Yeon has feelings for me, so there’s no way she wouldn’t figure it out.

She didn’t show it, but from my perspective, it was obvious.

I had to change the subject.

“…Anyway, how was today?”

“Oh, yeah. Teaching gets easier once you get the hang of it. Haha… And the trainees follow along well, so it’s motivating.”

Seems like Kang I-seo didn’t have any issues teaching, unlike Wi Ho-yeon or Ha Yu-ri.

‘Well, compared to them, the atmosphere is much more relaxed and familiar.’

If Ha Yu-ri and Wi Ho-yeon seem aloof and hard to approach, Kang I-seo is more like the tough neighborhood noona.

Between the two, it’s obvious who’s easier to get along with.

Kang I-seo suddenly remembered something and spoke up.

“Oh, right. They were asking about you.”

“Huh?”

‘They were asking about me?’

“Don’t take this the wrong way. You’re kind of a special case, so…”

‘Ah, I get it.’

It’s true, I am a pretty special case.

‘There’s no one with as little military power as me who’s made it this far.’

Honestly, it was only possible because of my unique traits and being a Returner, but to the trainees who don’t know that, it must seem pretty amazing.

‘Or they might underestimate me… Some might think they can do the same.’

Well, it’s a common case on Earth too.

People see others who’ve succeeded and think they can do the same without seeing the process.

Those who only see the results think, “I could probably do that too.”

Of course, not all trainees think that way. But some might.

“So? What did they ask?”

“Ah… Just stuff. They were curious how you’ve solved so many problems so far.”

“…Really?”

“But… Honestly, I didn’t know how to answer, so I just brushed it off. Then they…”

Kang I-seo seemed a bit hesitant.





He started hesitating, glancing around nervously.

“What’s up? Why are you acting so unlike yourself?”

“…Well, I got a request from the trainees.”

‘Sigh…’

I could already tell without hearing it.

“Just say it. It seems like it’s related to me anyway.”

“…Um, could you maybe come and give a special lecture during class?”

‘A special lecture, huh…’

Honestly, since it was Kang I-seo’s request, of course, I could do it.

I was free anyway, and stepping up to give a lecture would also serve as good publicity for Eternity.

‘Plus, it’ll help save her face.’

But what’s puzzling is whether my lecture would even be effective.

“…It’s possible, but aren’t the trainees you teach archers? Would my lecture even mean anything?”

“That’s true, but… well, not all trainees are talented, so some are considering switching to production or support roles.”

‘That’s fine.’

Honestly, if someone has no talent and their job is in the archer category, their start is already pretty rough.

But realizing their talent early and switching to a production role is much better than stubbornly sticking to it and dying.

From the perspective of the continent of Eras, having as many hands as possible is always a good thing.

‘Rather than dying meaninglessly in combat roles, it’s better to use them in production or labor roles.’

The treatment might be worse compared to those who live by the sword, but those who are skilled in production roles still get decent treatment.

‘I’m not in a production role myself, but… I guess I have a few things to say.’

At least I could offer some advice.

After all, I’m the most successful case of someone with zero combat power.

“Alright then. Kang I-seo, just let me know the date, and I’ll give the lecture.”

“Nice! Thanks! Thank you, thank you!”

She must have been worried I’d refuse.

‘This girl, did she brag to the trainees that she could get me?’

Maybe not, but I could easily picture her confidently telling the trainees she could bring me in.

‘Damn, that’s why she’s so relieved.’

Anyway, the conversation ended with me agreeing to Kang I-seo’s request.

As the two of us left, and it was just Wi Ho-yeon and me, I started feeling awkward.

“Haha… Ho-yeon, how was the lecture today?”

“…Nothing particularly special. A few trainees’ stares were a bit annoying, but I endured it thinking of you, Lee Yun-seong.”

‘She just dives right in.’

Every time I hear something like that… honestly, it’s a bit embarrassing.

Looking at Wi Ho-yeon, I often think—no, I frequently think—how she can make such direct expressions without batting an eye.

“…Is that so? Well, that’s good. By the way, Ha Yu-ri has been having similar concerns. It seems…”

“Did you meet with the Clan Master of Madan?”

“…..”

I was momentarily stunned by her sudden question.

“…No? Then did you embrace the Clan Master of Sinwa?”

She could tell just by looking at my expression.

“Uh… yes…”

I ended up answering Wi Ho-yeon honestly.

No matter how I thought about it, I didn’t want to lie to her about this.

And honestly, Wi Ho-yeon was oddly quick to pick up on these things, so lying would’ve been pointless.

Perhaps because of my cowed attitude, Wi Ho-yeon sighed and leaned in closer, speaking softly.

“Why are you being so cautious? I’ve told you many times, there’s no need for that.”

“Haha… well, it’s automatic…”

“…You look really tired. How much did you do? You shouldn’t overwork yourself.”

“…You’re right.”

I had nothing to say. It was true that I was overdoing it.

Then, Wi Ho-yeon whispered in a strangely seductive voice near my ear.

“No matter how much you enjoy pursuing women, you shouldn’t overdo it, Lee Yun-seong.”

“Ah…”

A shiver ran down my spine. Her words, her voice… it felt like…

‘Why are you like this?’

It felt like she was seducing me.

“Lee Yun-seong, I’m a bit jealous. How good was that woman’s body that you pushed yourself this hard?”

Her breath brushing against my ear made me feel a dangerous sensation.

“You have me right here, don’t you? A woman who can do anything for you, Lee Yun-seong.”

‘Damn, no.’

I barely held onto my sanity.

Given my current physical state, I couldn’t afford to give in to Wi Ho-yeon’s seduction.

Honestly, if this went on any longer, my body wouldn’t be able to handle it.

“Ho, Ho-yeon. Please step back for a moment.”

“Why? Do you dislike me?”

‘Crazy, you know that’s not it.’

Lately, I’ve been feeling like Wi Ho-yeon has changed, and it’s not just my imagination.

“Or do you feel something strange?”

“That’s not it…”

I guess I haven’t been paying much attention to Wi Ho-yeon lately.

I was about to push her away when…

“…What are you two doing?”