Chapter 37: Luna's Date (3)

Chapter 37: Luna's Date (3)

TL/Editor: Raei

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The atmosphere, which had almost sunk into silence, transformed as we arrived at the amusement park.

"Wow..."

I couldn't help but marvel.

The entrance was swarming with people waiting in line friends, families, couples, and more.

I could even spot a few heroes flying overhead, seemingly on standby in case of a villain attack.

It had been a long time since I saw such a crowd.

And it was my first time being part of it.

"There are so many people here..."

Song Soo-yeon, too, seemed surprised, scanning the crowd just like I was.

I hadn't expected this.

But that didn't mean I felt bad about it.

On the contrary, I began to feel more excited.

Everyone here shared a common emotion.

Their positive feelings merged to create a lively atmosphere.

Today seemed like it would be fun.

"It looks like we're going to have fun, right?"

I asked Song Soo-yeon with a smile.

She looked up at me and nodded subtly.

-Thud.

"Ah!"

Suddenly, she was pushed towards me and clung onto my arm.

Instinctively, I checked on Song Soo-yeon, looking for any signs of theft or ill intent from the contact.

...It just seemed like a genuine mistake.

I clicked my tongue bitterly.The source of this content nov(el)bi((n))

I needed to let go of these habits.

Then, I became aware of the sensation on my arm.

"......."

Song Soo-yeon was still gripping my arm. Without thinking, I blurted out.

"....Are you going to hold on to me forever?"

"........."

Without any harsh words or response, she slowly released my arm.

".......?"

I kept sensing subtle changes in her behavior.

Was this a good sign?

Whatever it was, her resistance towards me seemed to have lessened.

"........"

Lost in thought, I smiled.

Maybe someday, her aversion to men, which could almost be seen as misandry, would change.

I decided not to dwell on it too deeply.

It wasn't a big deal.

Today was about having fun.

I said,

"Let's go stand in the line."

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After entering, we stood in front of a locker.

"Put in the lunchbox... Anything else to store?"

She zipped up her thin tracksuit to the top, shaking her head in denial.

Seeing her struggle with the sudden cold made me feel sympathetic.

The cold didn't bother me much.

But as a non-ability user, she had no choice but to feel cold.

I felt I should buy her something to keep warm.

...I should have bought something before coming.

As I closed the locker, I said,

"Well, then let's go-"

"-Wait a moment."

Song Soo-yeon interrupted me.

"....Yes?"

"Mister, put your phone in too."

"....My phone?"

".....Yes."

".....Why?"

It was a puzzling suggestion.

Not that I was opposed, but I was genuinely curious.

I asked her,

"What if we get separated?"

"There's no way we're getting separated when it's just the two of us here."

"What if we go to the restroom and miss each other?"

"That won't happen. Just put your phone away."

It was more about the enjoyment of being with someone than the thrill of the rides themselves.

Watching Song Soo-yeon have fun was entertaining.

She's still introverted, not screaming in excitement like others.

She tried to keep her screams inside, but occasionally, she couldn't hold back a small shriek, and it was incredibly amusing.

I had always wanted to have such experiences before my regression.

It felt like fulfilling a simple dream.

Her eagerness to go from one ride to the next right after the first was enough reason for me to be here.

After riding two consecutive rides, we went to an indoor restaurant to eat lunch, taking out the lunchbox from the locker.

"Ta-da...!"

I opened the lunchbox.

Song Soo-yeon, rubbing her cold hands to warm up, grabbed her phone as soon as the lunchbox was opened.

Pretending to be nonchalant, she snapped several photos.

She was becoming more and more honest in her expressions as the day went on.

Taking multiple photos, pondering over the next ride she was naturally doing things a woman her age would do.

"Did you get them all?"

When I asked, she nodded and put away the camera.

I handed her a disposable chopstick.

"Here, try it."

"....Thank you, mister."

She pulled down her mask.

It was the first time I saw her face since leaving the restaurant.

I watched intently as she put a piece of kimbap into her mouth.

"....How is it?"

Looking at me, Song Soo-yeon smiled faintly.

"....It's delicious."

Now she was even starting not to hide her smiles.

Filled with a senseless warmth, I too began to fill my stomach.

Song Soo-yeon was the first to speak, which was quite rare.

Usually, I was the one initiating conversations.

"....Mister, have you decided where we're going after this?"

"Where?"

"The haunted house."

"The haunted house?"

She looked straight at me and nodded.

Well, it sounded like it could be fun.

"Alright."

As I agreed, she smiled again.

"And after that, we'll-"

"-Soo-yeon, let's eat then talk."

I couldn't help but smile at her.

She was so excited.

Where had the girl who refused to come because of the cost gone?

I was grateful she was enjoying herself.

".....I am eating, you know?"

Perhaps feeling a bit shy, she carefully placed a sushi roll in her mouth.

Suddenly, the atmosphere around us became noisy.

Gasps and shocked murmurs filled the air, with everyone glancing at their phones.

The heroes I could see were pressing their security walkie-talkies to their faces, engaged in urgent conversations.

Something had definitely happened.

".....What's going on?"

I muttered, looking around.

Song Soo-yeon did the same, unable to hide her rising anxiety.

She seemed afraid that our day was coming to an end.

But even if she was scared, there was nothing to do.

Safety was paramount.

"Soo-yeon, just wait here for a moment."

"Mister...!"

"Don't worry."

I stood up and approached a nearby hero.

Hmm...

I feel like I've seen this hero before, but I'm not sure.

Well, that's not important.

"Excuse me."

I called out to him.

He responded to my call.

"Yes, how can I help you?"

"It's nothing much, just wondering if there's a problem. Has a villain appeared in the amusement park or something...?"

He looked at me for a moment, carefully choosing his words.

Then, he spoke.

"....Well, actually..."

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*Hmm the way he feels kinda reminded me of when I played runescape again a few years ago.

As a kid, my parents could only afford a month of membership so I wasn't able to get all the cool member gear like a full set of barrows gear, using the ice barrage spell in castle wars.. (back when it was very popular)

I played again and fulfilled all those dreams. It was pretty boring actually but oddly satisfying.