Chapter 279

EP.279 Silvia is a Rebel

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[Nowon-gu, Hagye-dong 998-999 BB Villa Building 102, Unit 302]

Silvia, who had matched the address she was looking at with the text Jihyuk sent, looked up.

A shabby villa that seemed to have been built over half a century ago.

With a displeased expression, Silvia stepped into the common entrance.

She climbed the dark, dim staircase without an elevator to the 3rd floor and held her nose.

The foul smell she had noticed since the 1st floor had grown stronger.

To think a fraudster who stole Jihyuk’s parents’ money lived in this poorly maintained place… It was absurd.

On the other hand, it made sense.

Jihyuk was an extremely smart person.

If he, who was skilled in all sorts of information warfare, could only find the address, it meant the culprit was well-hidden.

‘But why do I have to do this…’

Asking me to catch the person… I’m not some enforcer…

Was this what Jihyuk meant when he asked me to do anything at the hotel last time?

Still, the amount of money stolen was significant, and Jihyuk wasn’t the only victim. Plus, the police were being lukewarm, so if he wanted to catch the culprit for sure, it made sense for me to go.

Jihyuk couldn’t fight, so if he went and got hurt, that would be bad.

Grumbling, Silvia pulled her black cap down firmly and rang the doorbell of Unit 302.

Beeeeep-!

A screeching sound that you’d only expect from an old apartment.

Even after several seconds, there was no response from inside.

Silvia pressed her ear against the door, and hearing nothing, she pulled out the device Jihyuk had given her.

A hacking device that could definitely open the door lock.

Even though the target was a fraudster and a criminal… using it would make this a clear case of illegal intrusion, which felt extremely uncomfortable.

‘I’m going crazy…’

Stomping her feet, Silvia thought of Jihyuk.

Remembering his face when he said he wanted to get back the money his late parents had been swindled out of, she finally placed the device against the door lock.

With a beeping sound, the door opened.

It’s definitely effective.

Somehow, it felt like an improved version of the translator I gave him last time…

I don’t know. Let’s not overthink it.

The inside of the house was eerily quiet. Even the lights were all off.

But there was an unpleasant aura.

It wasn’t that she sensed any presence, but she could feel it intuitively.

Someone was in the kitchen.

This is for Jihyuk.

There’s no other reason.

Thinking this, Silvia felt somewhat at ease and, after a moment of hesitation, stepped inside.

Then,

“You damn bastard!”

A man’s shout came from the kitchen.

Silvia’s eyes narrowed as she saw something dark coming toward her.

A baseball bat. And it was metal.

If Jihyuk had come alone, it would’ve been a disaster.

Dodging the attack with a flexible twist of her waist, Silvia didn’t hesitate to swing her fist.

Wham-!

“Ugh!”

The man, hit squarely in the face, let out a short groan.

He then collapsed backward and didn’t move.

That was the end of it.

Silvia looked at the man, now unconscious, and let out a deep sigh before calling Jihyuk.

-Hello.

He answered with a groggy voice.

Thinking he might have been asleep, Silvia reported the situation.

“It’s done. He’s knocked out.”

-You’ve worked hard. Tie him up and come back. I’ll send someone over.

“Tie him up too…?”

-Will you stay and guard him, Silvia?

No way.

She wanted to get out of this dump as soon as possible.

“No…”

-See? Fraudsters always have an escape plan. We can’t let him get away, so please take care of it.

“…Fine. Where are you now? Were you sleeping?”

-Oh, me? I just woke up and was about to go get a massage. I’ll send you the address, so come over.

“Ma, massage…?”

Silvia was furious.

She had gone through all this trouble, breaking in and knocking someone out… and Jihyuk was leisurely going for a massage?

“You make me do this kind of work, and you’re off getting a massage? Are you out of your mind…?”

-I was worried about you.

“You expect me to believe that sweet talk now?”

-I’m serious… Anyway, I’ll send the address. Let’s get a massage together and head back.

“Hey, Song Jihyuk… Hey…! If you hang up—”

Click.

The call ended mercilessly.

Biting her lower lip, Silvia sighed as she looked at the shabby man she had knocked out.

Song Jihyuk… I’m really going to kill him when I see him.

In the end, she started rummaging around the house to find something to tie the man up with.

As she did, she prayed to Rosario.

Asking for forgiveness.

**

Thud!

A kick that landed a bit too hard on my butt.

Feeling the sharp pain, I turned around.

There stood Silvia, her face full of anger.

I smiled brightly at her and said,

“You came quickly. Shall we go?”

“Shut up.”

“Why?”

“Why? Don’t you know how I’m feeling right now? I had to…!”

Silvia, about to shout, glanced around and lowered her voice.

“I had to guard someone, and because of your request, I even knocked him out. And tied him up tight. This is private retaliation…! It’s illegal…! What are we, vigilantes?”

“Well, you did all that, so why are you acting like this now…? When I asked you to catch him and tie him up, you agreed, didn’t you?”

“Th-that’s because you begged so desperately… Anyway, at least show some remorse…!”

“I thought you’d be happy catching a criminal?”

Silvia kicked my butt again.

“Happy? Shouldn’t he face the law?”

“He’s been running away from that law. There’s no warrant for his arrest. Don’t worry about his human rights. Why should we fight for a criminal?”

“…You’ve changed. You’re becoming a stranger.”

You’ve changed too.

But saying you’re becoming a stranger…?

Even with all the malice you’ve shown, you’re acting like this?

You’re a rebel. I’m glad I tested how far you’ve fallen.

“He’s the one who stole my parents’ money and disappeared. Thanks for catching him.”

“….”

Silvia clenched her fist and said nothing.

Bringing up his parents seemed to soften her heart.

I took her hand and said,

“Shall we go?”

“Ah, I’d appreciate it if you’d refrain from doing this kind of thing in the future… Please… I really had a hard time…”

I led Silvia into an alley.

There, I gently lifted her chin.

Her face, filled with guilt as she looked up at me, was so satisfying.

After she falls further, she’ll probably look at me with eyes begging for praise, right?

With a worried expression, I scanned Silvia’s face and asked,

“Did you almost get hurt?”

“…No. But if you had gone, you would’ve been hurt. He was dangerous.”

“So you’re mad because I asked you to catch a dangerous person?”

“No… I just don’t like doing illegal things…”

Nodding, I gently stroked Silvia’s cheek with my thumb.

“Got it. I’ll refrain from now on.”

“Okay…”

“Starting today, you’ll be living with Adeline again, right?”

“Yeah…”

“Good?”

“Good… We, we’re going to the amusement park together tomorrow…”

“I know. Have fun.”

“…Okay… St-stop tickling my chin…!”

As I scratched under her chin like petting a puppy, Silvia grabbed my hand to stop me.

But she didn’t push me away.

Instead, she fidgeted with my palm, acting coy.

As I stuck my tongue out near her lips,

“Hmmm…”

Silvia let out a coquettish breath and lunged at me.

Why do you resist when you’re going to do this anyway?

While Silvia’s eyes were closed, I secretly bit my gum to draw blood.

Then, mixing it with saliva, I sent it into her mouth.

Drink up the delicious juice of malice, as much as you want.

**

In the office of the fashion company, while working on Silvia and Adeline’s weapons, I smiled when Aram arrived.

Her neat suit, black stockings, and heels always got to me.

Aram was the creation of Marcella and me.

A human made into a subordinate through brainwashing, with not a drop of malice.

Just in case… she was also insurance in case things went wrong.

“Aram, you’re here? Anything to report?”

“Yes, Dr. Jennifer Cash and Marcella… Ah, sorry. Dr. Jennifer Cash and Vice President Kim said to inform you that they’re proceeding with clinical trials.”

Clinical trials? The results of the Aiter replication research must be showing.

“Test subjects?”

“We’re targeting women in their early 20s. If you have any specific conditions, I’ll relay them.”

“Grab those without connections for the experiments. Any updates on the Demon Realm?”

“They said they’ll report separately soon.”

Separately?

Well, this matter is awkward to discuss with Aram, who isn’t a demon.

“Got it. Are your parents doing well?”

“They’re doing well. Thank you for looking after them.”

“Come closer.”

Aram approached me with modest steps.

“Any issues with WW Entertainment?”

“Currently, the stock price dropped due to Chae Boyeong’s departure, but we’re recovering by transforming into an actor-focused agency, recruiting talented actors.”

“Was that your advice?”

“Yes. Our company hasn’t suffered any losses. In fact, we’re on an upward trend.”

Nodding vaguely, I pulled out a card from the drawer and handed it to Aram.

“Use it yourself or give it to your parents.”

“Huh…?”

“From now on, use this for all living expenses or whatever. It’s a reward for doing well.”

Even though I’ve instilled devotion to me in her, Aram is a human without malice.

Though she’d kill even her family if I ordered it, she’s otherwise no different from other humans and is a filial daughter.

So, it’s only right to give her material rewards.

She’s been running around tirelessly for me, so she deserves this.

Aram, holding the card respectfully with both hands, said,

“Thank you so much, President…”

“Keep working hard, and support Dr. Jennifer and Marcella well. You know I really cherish you, right?”

“Yes…! Thank you…!”

I couldn’t do anything with Aram yesterday because of Adeline…

I feel like indulging in my fetish after so long.

I pointed my index finger downward.

Aram swallowed hard and approached, then slid under the desk.

She began carefully pulling down my pants.

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