Chapter 56: Greedy (4)

Chapter 56: Greedy (4)

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I had resolved never to use my powers again.

This was both a penance for the harm I had inflicted on the world before my regression and a promise to Solace, who had shed tears for me as I lay dying, cold and alone.

I didn't want to live as a villain.

If I wasn't going to fight, I didn't need my powers either.

But those words, they slipped out too easily.

".............Should I come and sweep it up for you?"

I was surprised at myself for saying it.

I couldn't understand how I could utter such words so easily, breaking the resolution I had repeated hundreds of times, forgetting the many joys I had obtained by hiding my abilities.

Before I knew it, I was preparing to use my powers again.nove(l)bi(n.)com

...

Even though I was startled by my own words, I didnt take them back.

Being surprised didn't mean it wasn't sincere.

If Solace asked for help, I would rush to her side in an instant.

I didn't understand myself.

Perhaps it was because Solace showed such a vulnerable side to me.

I wanted to protect her, to help her.

I had never expected her to be so scared.

I had never seen her struggle like this before.

She was nothing like the Solace I had always seen.

But that didn't mean I was disappointed.

I knew.

I knew for certain.

She would become stronger.

Solace, who had once defeated me, wouldn't crumble here.

This was just a part of her growing stronger.

And even if she didn't grow, it didn't matter.

It was okay if she crumbled at this moment.

Though it would be regrettable, it wasn't important.

She didn't have to become the strong and shining Solace I had known before my regression.

The fact that Solace changed me remained unchanged.

Because of her, I, who had experienced the miracle of regression, could enjoy this current happiness.

I was still grateful to her.

No matter what anyone says, Solace is very special to me.

My feelings aren't something I can control at will.

Just as I sealed my powers because of her, I could use them again for her sake.

I waited.

Then, Solace burst into laughter.

......Pfft.

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".............Should I come and sweep it up for you?"

A long silence followed.

Min-Bom took a moment to digest Jung-gyeom's words.

......Pfft.

Eventually, she couldn't help but let out a chuckle at his absurd remark.

The chuckle dragged out hidden laughter, pulling it from Min-Bom's lips.

She began to laugh happily.

Come and sweep it up.

It was such a Jung-gyeom thing to say.

It sounded both sincere and silly at the same time.

It was funny that he, usually devoid of any playfulness, had made such a joke with such a serious tone.

It seemed almost as if he was serious.

His joke couldnt have lightened the mood any more.

Indeed, being by his side made all worries seem foolish.

She asked, laughing,

You, oppa?

Really.

Whether it was a joke to lighten the mood or he was serious about confronting the situation, Min-Bom felt grateful for his words.

"Thanks for the thought, oppa."

After laughing, I felt much lighter.

The fear seemed to fade a bit too.

She felt as though Jung-gyeom was with her.

Even though he couldnt be of any physical help, he was a great mental support.

Min-Bom steeled herself.

She let out a long sigh.

"......I guess I have to handle this myself."

"...."

"I can't make oppa fight Gigant. After all, I'm the hero."

Returning his light-hearted jest, Min-Bom, who had been sitting slumped, slowly stood up.

She didnt let go of her phone.

She didn't want to hang up yet.

"Bom."

Bom.

She liked the way he called her name.

Not Solace, but Bom.

She found herself liking her own name anew.

Jung-gyeom licked his lips for a while before slowly saying,

"...You did well."

"Hehe, its all thanks to you, oppa."

A soft, natural smile flowed from Min-Boms lips.

She took her time observing Jung-gyeom.

And too easily, she noticed a change in him.

There was a new bracelet on his arm.

Min-Bom glanced and realized that Song Soo-yeon was also wearing the same bracelet.

"..."

Min-Bom silently looked at Song Soo-yeon.

Song Soo-yeon didnt hide the new bracelet.

Instead, she seemed to display it somewhat ostentatiously.

"..."

Eventually, Min-Bom turned her gaze away.

She didnt want to bother with trivial things.

"Bom, come in. Lets have some tea. Are you taking the day off today?"

So, Min-Bom looked at Jung-gyeom and spoke.

She inhaled deeply, mustering up courage.

Considering the moment she had faced the villain, this amount of courage was easy to muster.

"Actually, oppa. I have a question."

"...."

Jung-gyeom's movements paused momentarily.

He looked disappointed that he couldn't continue with the praise he had wanted to give.

But eventually, he smiled his usual smile and said,

"Yeah, ask away."

"..."

Min-Bom had always been greedy.

She hated losing what was hers.

Once something was in her hands, she didn't want to let it go.

Until now, her greed had been hidden because it had been directed towards people's love and fame.

But now, it might become noticeable.

She desired something new.

Unlike before, her new desire was material in nature.

It was something she could physically touch.

She herself had not anticipated this kind of greed.

Initially, she didn't feel the need for it.

Believing herself to be a superior being, she never thought she would be so interested in someone else.

...But this newly awakened desire was now unstoppable.

It felt necessary to possess it.

She couldn't bear the thought of someone else touching it.

She said,

...Oppa, do you like movies?

Min-Bom wasn't in a hurry.

Just because she wanted something, she didn't let her emotions lead.

Like a fisherman waiting for the right moment, she knew when to act.

It was the same now.

She was taking steps.

Huh?

...What?

Song Soo-yeon turned her head.

Min-Bom didn't care about her.

Song Soo-yeon had said she wasn't interested in such things.

So, it didn't matter if Min-Bom, who had developed an interest, made a move.

Just proceed slowly.

I got movie tickets, let's go see it together.

Jung-gyeom briefly glanced at Song Soo-yeon.

"...Maybe Soo-yeon could come too-"

But Min-Bom quickly interrupted him.

-Just the two of us, oppa.

Min-Bom tempted Jung-gyeom with a cunning, fox-like, adorable smile.

"Just the two of us."

She, once again, liked the fact that Jung-gyeom was a loner.

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*So normally, I switch all narrative references of 'Min-Bom' to 'Solace' since the constant switch from one sentence to the next didn't really make sense, but it was 'Min-Bom' for the entirety of her scene(I think) and I think it added to the scene so I kept it that way.

I think I might just keep as it is from now. In the next chapters it sometimes makes sense and sometimes it really doesn't. I don't think it detracts from the reading experience so... yuh

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