I Teleported Into the Academy of a S*xy Game-Chapter 202: Girl’s Revenge (7)

Girl's Revenge (7)

"Ugh…"

Sweet.

In the end, Park Mingyu spilled the details about the remaining money. Despite denying its existence until the last moment, he confessed when I hinted at contacting a journalist I knew.

"That's it. 30 billion… A whopping 30 billion."

30 billion. Undoubtedly a substantial amount. Not bad for an additional income.

"Okay. My demands end here."

"T-Then, hand over the evidence now. Let's consider today as if we never met…"

"Now go ahead and have a real conversation with your client."

"What…?"

I subtly positioned myself behind Nam Daeun.

‘My demands' are concluded. Nam Daeun, who had been waiting behind, stepped forward, facing Park Mingyu.

"Uncle Mingyu…"

"D-Daeun…"

Surprisingly, Nam Daeun remained calm. Despite having the target of revenge right in front of her and the power to execute revenge, she attempted dialogue as mentioned.

"Since Dahee was saved, I've been thinking, why did you do that to me and Dahee? The Uncle Mingyu I knew wasn't like that."

Nam Daeun drew the sword she had brought.

"But no matter how much I think, I can't find an answer. We haven't done anything wrong."

The sharp blade reflected Nam Daeun's face. Looking at the edge of the sword, she spoke calmly and composedly. "Uncle Mingyu… Now, please tell me. Why did you do that?"

"Daeun… W-wait a moment… Calm down. I can explain everything."

"Dahee and I… We lived trusting only you. Why were you treating us like that…? Were you targeting my body from the beginning?"

Now it seemed clear. Nam Daeun wasn't fueled by anger. She genuinely felt perplexed, unable to comprehend the sudden transformation of the person known as Park Mingyu. The memories of the warm and friendly uncle seem deeply imprinted.

He must have always been like that. Trash like him is inherently filthy. And the more trashy, the better they are at acting. If the opponent is someone as pure as Nam Daeun, deception becomes easier.

Park Mingyu knelt down in that state. Bowing his head deeply, tears fell on the floor.

"Daeun…"

"Uncle?"

"I'm sorry… Truly… I'm sorry."

As I observed Park Mingyu's tearful apology, I discreetly stifled a yawn.

Too predictable.

Every detail was apparent. Kneeling with a bowed posture, shielding his upper body, Park Mingyu fumbled within his clothes, likely concealing a weapon.

I watched for Nam Daeun's reaction.

"Uncle, do you genuinely intend to apologize to us?"

"I'm truly sorry. I regret all the mistakes I made in the past. That's why I exposed Shin Young Guild. I don't want to engage in dirty business anymore, trying to start fresh…."

I glanced at Park Mingyu with a bored expression. Although combining a warm demeanor with pitiful tears might be effective, I know his true nature. If he were genuinely a good person, he wouldn't have taken a student to such a place to entice them to join his guild.

"Then give up everything."

"What…?"

"Everything you gained through your dirty deeds, surrender it all. After paying for all your sins, start anew from scratch."

"D-Daeun…"

"If you do that, I can forgive you too. If you genuinely want to apologize to us, let go of all your reputation."

Nam Daeun tapped her smartwatch. All she has to do is press the send button according to the settings I've prepared in advance, so it isn't difficult.

"Uncle Mingyu… Do you see this?"

"W-What is this… What?"

The screen Nam Daeun showed was straightforward.

Breaking news.

[Hello, this is reporter Hayoung. Currently, there's news that Park Mingyu, the leader of the Buyers Guild, involved in drug distribution, has been frequenting illegal brothels periodically…]

As if waiting for it, the journalist I had recruited started broadcasting the news.

"No, this can't be…!"

Park Mingyu, who had just apologized, snapped his head up. Then, he quickly turned his head.

In Korean society, going to a room and insisting it's entertainment might be tolerated. It's absurd, but that's the reality. High-ranking hunters earn a lot of money. Of course, the established image will plummet, but they can still operate. Despite the finger-pointing, they can continue activities and eventually recover.

But not anymore.

"Daeun…"

"Uncle?"

"I'm genuinely reflecting. There are others under me, not just me, in the guild. They have families to support. We can't go any further…"

"…"

Nam Daeun seemed to ponder Park Mingyu's words for a moment. As I had decided to entrust everything to her this time, she held the authority to expose information.

She shouldn't have fallen for that.

Despite seeking revenge, she hadn't yet shed the aura of innocence. It seems I have no choice but to intervene.

"Daeun."

"Yes…"

The answering voice lacked conviction. She must be wrestling with her thoughts, pondering whether making those people unemployed was the right thing to do.

Well, if she's considering such things, it's already too late… Anyway, she seems to be in a dilemma, so I'll have to help resolve it.

"Be selfish."

"Selfish?"

"Don't think about others. Only consider your emotions. It's time for that now."

In truth, there are many ways to persuade. Unless they are involved in criminal activities, they would likely be declared innocent after an investigation. There might be job issues afterward, but it wouldn't be a significant problem.

Considering their misguided perspective on the guild, it's somewhat understandable. But truth be told, using such logic, there would be no one left to punish in the world. Everyone has their circumstances.

But I didn't try to persuade her that way. I hoped Nam Daeun would act according to her emotions now.

"…"

"Daeun… Please…"

"I don't know either." Nam Daeun appeared confused but soon clenched her fists as she gazed at Park Mingyu.

"Please, stop…"

"I can't understand how to deal with this frustration. But… I believe in Hoyeon. I'll do as I wish this time."

Continuing to manipulate her smartwatch, Nam Daeun flooded the news with reports on the Buyers Guild's double ledgers, tax evasion, illegal usury, counterfeit artifacts, and all other criminal activities. It overwhelmed the real-time search terms.

Park Mingyu's face twisted more and more as he watched it unfold.

"Uncle, do you still intend to apologize to me?"

"…"

"If you sincerely apologize and atone for your sins, I'll assist you. We can help you start anew from scratch."

"…"

Nam Daeun's eyes appeared genuinely sincere, perhaps unable to let go of the emotions from the challenging times when he had raised her and her sister.

"Tsk."

Too kind, almost excessively so. But such an event is unlikely. Nam Daeun seems uncertain about the extent of his actions; the Buyers Guild and Park Mingyu are beyond repair. There will be no day when the old man receives kindness from her.

"You…!"

"Uncle Mingyu…?"

"You shameless woman, you've been leeching off me all this time! You sold your body to a young man and betrayed me?! How dare you, you despicable whore?!"

"Whore…?"

Nam Daeun turned her head to look at me. I wasn't sure why she looked at me, but her eyes held numerous complex emotions.

"Since I brought you from the orphanage, I've been like your father. Yet, you betray me by selling yourself to a young man? You dirty whore!"

In response to Park Mingyu's outburst, Nam Daeun lowered her head and closed her eyes. She must have finally realized his true nature. After a while, she opened her eyes, let out a bitter laugh, and raised the sword.

"Yes… I'd rather become that kind of whore. I'm sick of seeing your face, uncle."

"You… You wretched woman dare to brandish a sword against your father?!"

Park Mingyu drew in his mana. The pressure was unmistakably strong. If he wanted to gather money by engaging in dirty business, he needed the support of his own power. But Nam Daeun was an exception. The heroine of the game, Nam Daeun, and the extra, Park Mingyu, couldn't be compared.

With the sword in hand, Daeun moved her arm slightly.

Swish!

Simultaneously, both of Park Mingyu's arms flew off.

"Ugh, agh! What is this?!" Startled by the sudden event, he shook his head frantically.

"Thanks, uncle…"

"Daeun… Hold on… Daeun…! Give me one more chance. Just one…!"

"Thanks for playing the villain. It allowed me to cut off my feelings."

Whoosh-

A single horizontal slash. Simple yet profound, clean yet carrying hidden intricacies.

In that one sword strike, the pitiful Park Mingyu's head fell from his neck. The blood, stained in crimson, splattered on Nam Daeun's clothes and even reached the ground beneath my feet.

I, without taking my eyes off, witnessed the conclusion of Nam Daeun's revenge.

"He's dead," Nam Daeun murmured, gazing at Park Mingyu's head on the ground.

"Yeah, it's over, Daeun."

"It was so easy."

"…"

"Why couldn't I have done this sooner? Why…"

"Haa…"

I approached the trembling Nam Daeun slowly. Neither happiness nor sadness, just an emotion she was experiencing for the first time. Having never sought revenge, I couldn't comprehend that emotion.

I simply embraced her. Like a young bird shivering in the rain, she trembled in my arms. I waited until she calmed down in that state.

How much time passed?

When her body in my arms stopped trembling, I lowered my head, "Are you okay?"

"I'm sorry…"

Only now did she gently push me away. There were traces of tears on my chest as if soaked.

"Feeling a bit relieved now?"

"Yeah…"

Still, her eyes are red.

★ Heroine Status Window

[Nam Daeun]

[Affection: 99] (+0.1)

[List: 80]

[Appetite: 45]

[Fatigue: 50]

Current Status: I still want to be selfish today.

Affection 99. Stopped here again. As expected, there seems to be something more needed for a perfect capture.

Want to be selfish…? What does that mean?

After checking the heroine's status window, I looked at her face. She had tears in her eyes and cautiously looked at me.

"Is it okay if I indulge in some selfishness today?"

"No. Continue living selfishly from now on. If things get tough, I'll be there to help."

She deserves acknowledgment for enduring what she went through. I'll be there to support her. If I've been a guiding force, I should take responsibility for that.

"Then…."

"Yeah."

"Cafe…" Nam Daeun spoke softly, meeting my gaze.

"Huh…?"

"You promised to take me. To a cafe, and… share a meal, watch a movie…"

As I looked at Daeun's slightly blushing face, I reflected on the meaning behind her words.

"Oh…"

And soon, it clicked. In my intense focus on revenge, I had overlooked her situation when she was still bound to the Buyers Guild.

The time when she had nothing to say to her little sister, only meeting once a week, so she chose to use the story of the only person she had spoken to at the academy—me.

No, it's not a setup. It wasn't in the original story. An episode about Nam Daeun that emerged from our encounter.

Back then, I did tell her that if we did those things, it wouldn't be a lie. Nam Daeun was now reminding me of that conversation.

"Of course. A cafe, restaurant, movie. Let's do anything you want."

"Yes, thanks." Nam Daeun smiled and held onto my clothes again.

"Repay me again after."

"As you wish…"

I didn't need to ask what that repayment meant; it was evident.