Guide Me If You Dare
Chapter 44: D-DAY

Chapter 44: D-DAY

AN S-CLASS Esper challenging one of the Top 5 wasn’t new.

Hence, the Esper Association HQ built an indoor arena to make that kind of fight official.

In case of an official match between two S-Class Espers vying for a spot in the Top 5, representatives from the government, the Esper Association, and the National Guide Bureau would oversee the fight to make sure it was fair. Of course, the representatives were also there to ensure that no one would die.

After all, an S-Class Esper— natural or not— is a national treasure.

Guides, Espers, and Civilians were allowed to watch the match for free as long as they booked a seat in advance. But the seats were limited, so the reservation was competitive. Hence, most of the time, only the high-ranking Guides, Espers, and the rich could get the best seats.

But official matches are broadcasted live anyways.

Yuno used to watch official matches on his smartphone.

But now, I’m sitting in the VIP Box Section.

Hehe.

Yuno could clearly see the big stage outside the clear glass.

The Esper Association’s indoor arena was as big as the Jangchung Arena, and it had a capacity of four thousand.

Matches like this would often attract viewers.

But, as far as I know, this is the first time the arena got so fully packed that even the bad seats were taken. I heard there’s even a large crowd outside fighting the guards just to get in. But it should be expected since this is the first time the world gets to see Ahjuhyung fight again.

"Yuyu, should we order food service?"

Yuno turned to Moon Noa with shining eyes. "We can order food service here, Sajangnim?"

"Of course. It’s my treat, so don’t hold back," Moon Noa said, handing the menu to Yuno. "They only have snacks here, though."

He immediately checked the menu that his boss gave him.

It wasn’t like he was excited about the food, per se. He just liked that it was his boss’ treat. Arena food and drinks were pricey, so he wouldn’t order anything if it was just him.

"I’d like to order fried chicken, steak sandwich, fries, nachos, and a big bucket of popcorn," Yuno said, and then he raised his head. "Sajangnim, should we also get a few bottles of beer?"

Moon Noa smiled and nodded. "Sure—"

A knock on the door interrupted his boss.

"It’s me, Yang Youngjae."

Oh.

"I’ll open the door," Moon Noa said, standing up. "I’ll leave so you can have a pleasant talk with Esper Yang Youngjae. But if he threatens you, just scream. My bodyguards will come and save you."

"Yes, Sajangnim. Thank you."

Moon Noa just waved before leaving the room.

A few seconds later, Yang Youngjae came in.

Aigoo.

He looks scary.

Yang Youngjae was a man over two meters with a huge build.

Even Ahjuhyung will look small next to this dude.

Anyways, Yang Youngjae was a handsome buff with silky smooth shoulder-length hair.

"Hello, Esper Yang Youngjae-ssi," Yuno said when he stood up, and then he bowed his head politely. "I’m Guide Noh Yuno."

"I know," Yang Youngjae said in a firm and slightly irritated voice. "Is Ki Gayoon not here yet?"

Oh.

If I remember correctly, this dude is the same age as Ahjuhyung.

"Esper Ki Gayoon-ssi will be here before the match."

"Is your Esper looking down on me?"

"Esper Ki Gayoon-ssi looks down on everyone, sir."

You’re not special.

Yang Youngjae looked surprised by Yuno’s response. "Are you throwing your Esper under the bus?"

"No, sir. I’m just telling the truth," Yuno said bluntly. "I can’t help that my Esper has a shitty personality, can I?"

"You have a sharp tongue."

"So I have been told, sir."

Yang Youngjae looked at Yuno weirdly, and then he smirked. "I like taming Guides like you. Once I kill Ki Gayoon, I’ll take care of you, Noh Yuno— like how spoils of war are taken by the victors."

As expected, most Espers really see Guides as nothing but objects.

"How is Guide Choi Kangmin doing, sir?"

Yang Youngjae looked surprised by Yuno’s random question, but he still responded. "The potions didn’t work on his concussion, so he was brought to the hospital. He also suffered a few broken ribs. The doctors said he’ll be fine, but he still has to stay there for a few days."

"I see."

"If you’re going to apologize to my Guide, do it after the match. I want you to kneel and beg for Choi Kangmin’s forgiveness."

"That’s not why I asked, though."

"Then why?"

"I’m just going to suggest you call the hospital and reserve the room next to Choi Kangmin’s room," Yuno said, letting out a soft mocking laugh. "Because Esper Ki Gayoon will definitely send you to the hospital half-dead, Esper Yang Youngjae-ssi."

Yang Youngjae looked surprised at first, and then his face was distorted in anger. "You better get ready after the match, Noh Yuno— you’ll be Guiding me until your body breaks down."

Whatever.

***

"IF YOU HAVE something to say, say it now," Ki Gayoon said, annoyed that he had to meet this bastard when he could be spending this time annoying the hell out of Noh Yuno. "Why did you want to meet me, Ryu Sungbin?"

Yes, he was meeting with the country’s official #1 Esper on the rooftop of the Esper Association HQ.

He wouldn’t be late to his match because the area was just within the premises.

"There’s a reason why Yang Youngjae is in the Top 5," Ryu Sungbin said. "I’m sure you’re underestimating him."

"I know you want me to lose, but your wish will remain as nothing but some wishful thinking."

"Yang Youngjae can control the gravity—"

"He can’t create a black hole with his ability, can he?"

"..."

See?

"Gravity Manipulation is an amazing ability, but the user must be competent. Unfortunately, that bastard isn’t on the same level as us, Ryu Sungbin," Gayoon said, pulling out a pack of cigarettes from the inner pocket of his suit. But he remembered that Noh Yuno was nagging him about his smoking habit, so he clicked his tongue and put the pack of cigarettes back in the inner pocket. "Are you trying to stop me from rejoining the Top 5?"

"Do you really want to rejoin the team?"

"Of course not."

"Then why are you going to fight?"

"Because I’m Noh Yuno’s pride," Gayoon said, smirking. "An Esper can’t let his Guide down, can he?"

Ryu Sungbin sighed as if he was frustrated. "I don’t know much about E-Class Guides, but Noh Yuno is something that Moon Noa created. Are you sure you can trust your Guide?"

"Why don’t you just get straight to the point, Ryu Sungbin? You just don’t want me to rejoin the Top 5 because you’re afraid Bambi will finally abandon you for me."

Ryu Sungbin flinched.

Bull’s eye.

"Even if Bambi throws himself at me— oh, he already did, didn’t he?" Gayoon asked, laughing in a mocking tone, making Ryu Sungbin seeth in silence. "Ryu Sungbin, I’d rather die than touch your filthy Guide."

***

HEH.

Ki Gayoon was still in a good mood after talking to Ryu Sungbin.

The bastard’s face when I said I won’t touch his "filthy Guide" is priceless— I’m sure he’ll be after my throat again soon.

He was already looking forward to his next fight with Ryu Sungbin.

Who knows? That bastard might request a formal match soon. It’s bothersome, but won’t Noh Yuno be more proud of me when I reclaim my spot as the #1 Esper in the country?

Wait, fuck.

Since when did I care about Noh Yuno’s feelings?

"Ahjuhyung, you’re here."

Hmm?

Gayoon knitted his eyebrows when he arrived at the VIP Box Section and saw Noh Yuno frowning. "What happened? Did someone upset you again?"

"I hope Esper Yang Youngjae gets bald before Ahjuhyung."

So, it was Yang Youngjae.

"What did that bastard say to make you this upset?"

"Just the usual nasty stuff Espers say to Guides."

Ah.

Let’s kill Yang Youngjae later, but for now...

"I was planning to end the match quickly, but since that bastard made you upset, then I guess I should make him suffer first," Gayoon said sternly. "How do you want me to torture that bastard?"

"Make him bald, Ahjuhyung."

"What?"

"Please rip his hair out," Noh Yuno said, his face beaming. "I’ll make a paintbrush out of Yang Younjae’s luscious hair, and then I’ll use that paintbrush to draw him pregna— never mind."

Hmm?

Gayoon didn’t catch the last part of what Noh Yuno said, but he had a feeling that it was something he wouldn’t want to happen to him.

Noh Yuno is really good at cursing people.

"So, do you feel better now?"

"Yes, Ahjuhyung," Noh Yuno said, and then he checked his watch. "The fight will start in ten minutes. Do you think you can reserve a hotel suite before the match?"

"A hotel suite for what?"

"For us."

Hmm?

Of course, Gayoon understood what Noh Yuno meant by that.

However, he wasn’t sure if he was dreaming or not.

This punk made the first move?

"We’ll head straight to the hotel after your match, Ahjuhyung," Noh Yuno said casually. "So, make sure you reserve a room first. I don’t want to waste time on trivial stuff later."

Haaah.

Gayoon covered his mouth with his hand to hide his foolish grin. "Noh Yuno, you better take responsibility later for making me excited before a big match."

***

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