Academy (1)


"Haa…"

Tired. So tired… Handling Liliana's surprise ambush after having sex with Nam Daeun last night wasn't easy.

Just when I thought things were settling down with Nam Dahee's return, she sneaked into bed at night. I ended up mixing bodies with Liliana until the wee hours.

"Um…"

I playfully fondled Liliana's wiggling butt beside me.

Well, she's adorable, so I'll cut her some slack.

I pulled the curtains over my head to dodge the unpleasant morning sunlight, and got up. It's Friday – the day to head back to the academy. Annoying, but I have to.

When I strolled into the living room, someone was already up.

"You're up."

"Yes, good morning."

Nam Daeun, rocking her academy uniform already, was seated at the table.

"Waiting for me to go together?"

"That, and I can't go out alone."

"Oh? Ah, right… Scarlett's not around."

I didn't catch on at first, but soon enough I did. Scarlett probably used to give her a lift. We're in a guy's dorm, after all.

While Daeun looked after her sister, I went to the bathroom to freshen up.

"Hey, are we going with Oppa today?" Nam Dahee yawned as she started getting ready.

"Yeah. That's the plan."

Shaking off the sleepiness, Dahee threw on the clothes Daeun had set out and joined.

"Sis, is it okay if we go out through the door today?"

"It should be fine."

"Wait… You've been using the window this whole time?"

"Yeah!"

"…"

What's with Scarlett and her fascination with windows?

After leaving the dorm, Daeun hustled to take Dahee to the affiliated school.

"See you at the academy."

"Got it."

"Bye-bye, Oppa!"

"Later."

After waving goodbye to the sisters, I strolled over to the academy. I decided to let go of the Rune Barrier since there was no need to keep it up. Suddenly, everyone's attention shifted my way.

"Looks like they're spotting a celebrity for the first time."

Really, everyone passing by shot me curious glances, to the point where I might catch a case of celebrity fever.

But hey, a bit of attention is good, though. They say famous guys have an easier time winning a girl's favor, so the more fame, the merrier. Besides, I can't keep that Rune Barrier up forever.

"Lee Hoyeon~"

Someone came up from behind at that moment. Turning around at the familiar and cute voice, I saw Lucy sprinting towards me, with Lumi trailing behind.

"Hoyeon! Let's go together!"

"Hello, Hoyeon."

Seeing the twins, a grin naturally appeared on my face.

"It's been a while since we walked to the academy together."

"Yeah, it sure has."

It's been a while since we did the school walk trio. Lucy and Lumi took positions on either side of me.

"Is your body holding up?"

"Absolutely, I'm good."

"Can you use mana?"

"Yeah, if anything, it's even better."

As we chatted on the move, I noticed Lucy and Lumi's awkward arms by my side. Usually, they kept a bit of distance, but now they were practically glued, with their arms doing a weird dance of going up and down.

I checked the status window.

★ Heroine Status Window

[Lumi]

[Affection: 99] (+0.5)

[Lust: 85]

[Appetite: 25]

[Fatigue: 30]

Current Status: Should we link arms? No, maybe not…

★ Heroine Status Window

[Lucy]

[Affection: 99] (+0.1)

[Lust: 85]

[Appetite: 35]

[Fatigue: 35]

Current Status: Hand-holding, perhaps? Not just yet… Well, I've done pretty much everything else, why not add holding hands…

They're mulling it over. Whether it's linking arms or holding hands, they both seem keen on showcasing a romantic vibe. Well, we're officially an item now.

Cute.

Even though it feels a bit awkward with the crowd… Oh well, I can just say it's for the sake of camaraderie later.

Observing the two in contemplation, I suggested, "How about linking arms?"

"Yes, yes?"

"Uh, um…."

As if worried someone might mistake them for not being twins, both Lucy and Lumi showed identical surprised reactions.

"You've been awkwardly lifting and lowering your arms. Wasn't that what you wanted?"

"Lumi… do you want to?"

"I, I can't… There are so many people."

"Then, I won't either…"

Lumi, with flushed cheeks, averted her gaze slightly and walked beside me, while Lucy picked up her pace even more.

Well, I saw that coming. I knew it would be like this.

I cosed my slightly open arms and continued the stroll.

***

"Next, let's think about how to calculate it. First, we need to grasp the sensitivity."

"Hmm…"

Even though it's been a while since the theory class, my to-do list hasn't changed. I played the note-taking charade and mulled over what to do next.

Back at the academy, it's time for another round of conquering the heroines.

Lucy and Lumi are pretty much wrapped up. Both of their affection levels have hit 99. I just need a significant event… I've got a rough idea of what that might be, considering we're dating as a trio.

Next in line are Alice, Moon Soorin, and Professor Im Sol. Alice is fine since we're about to start our massage sessions. The challenge lies with Soorin and Professor Im Sol.

The key incident for Soorin's conquest, the stalker storyline, has disappeared. Originally, it was a plot where the student council's vice president, Shin Dongmin, became Soorin's stalker, and I rescued her from a mental breakdown. However, Shin Dongmin is gone. There were news articles about his disappearance not too long ago.

Not sure if he's truly gone or if he managed to escape. If he's alive, he should have reacted by now.

Professor Im Sol wasn't initially a heroine, but her scores are on par with one. I must conquer her without a doubt. However, our relationship has taken on a somewhat business-oriented tone.

Though I often enjoy blowjob from her, and it seems like we're teetering on the edge of advancement, there's a distinct difficulty in stepping over that line. The professor-student boundary is quite apparent. Naturally, there's plenty left to explore with Im Sol. A magic fair date and finalizing the paper are on the horizon.

The issue is Moon Soorin… First, I should pay her a visit today. I know it's not just her but also the other heroines.

Next concern is my combat power. It's not precisely measured, but I seem to be at the level of an S-rank hunter in simple terms. For reference, in the mid-to-late part of the original work, the protagonist's combat level reaches S-rank hunter status. Eventually, stronger enemies will appear due to power inflation, but for now, I don't need to worry about threats.

While contemplating combat power, another issue came to mind.

Status window.

———

??? : ???

———

At some point, my status window stopped opening. Only a strange symbol labeled "???" appears.

It's not more important than the heroine status window, but not being able to check it is a bit inconvenient. I couldn't accurately gauge my stats.

Ah… I don't know. Are stats important? The ladies are what matters. What's the use of peering into something labeled "???"

Since falling into this world, everything has been incomprehensible anyway. It's better to quickly dismiss petty question that won't be resolved.

I began contemplating what conversation to have with Lucy and Lumi after class.

***

Alice was jotting down notes in the dungeon mana density calculation class. Even with some preparation, keeping pace with Victoria Academy's classes was proving to be a challenge.

To maintain grades at this globally acclaimed academy, one had to buckle down on studies. It was just common sense.

What's he up to…?

Observing Lee Hoyeon, the top student, nonchalantly twirling his pen with a bored expression, disregarding common sense, left Alice feeling perplexed.

Lee Hoyeon, the guy who managed to bag perfect scores in every subject, even though he looked uninterested in theory classes every single time.

"…"

In reality, there wasn't anything extraordinary about why Alice studied. It was for her own satisfaction, the expectations as Iris Guild's successor, and the acknowledgment she desired from her sister. But above all, the crucial aspect was treating her congenital magic disorder. Without the disorder, she wouldn't have faced a drop in self-esteem or any compulsions.

In the past, losing the top spot might have angered her, but now her fixation on grades had significantly reduced, thanks to finding a treatment for her congenital magic disorder. However, the predicament lay with the person currently holding the top spot.

"Alright, that's it for today's class."

As the silver-haired professor exited the classroom, Alice also put her pen down.

It's nearly lunchtime, and she needed to grab a bite. Thinking about Sebastian waiting outside, she was about to stand up when the chatter of the surrounding students drifted into her ears.

"Lee Hoyeon looks even more handsome after not seeing him for a long time."

"He still seems aloof no matter how much you look at him."

"But he's always so close to the twins, right?"

"They were known for always being together."

"Really…? But I wonder if they're that close."

"Yeah, maybe a little too close."

The name Lee Hoyeon, continuously resonating in her ears. Alice sneakily glanced at his seat. The guy was engrossed in a conversation with the twins.

"Hey Hoyeon, what's the plan after class today?"

"Well, I've got to see the professor. And I'm thinking of dropping by the student council too."

"Ah… We have something to do too. Right, Lumi?"

"Yes, thankfully."

"What's with that? Are you two trying to pull something weird without me?"

Then Alice pondered. Indeed, it seems like they've grown closer, not just physically but in some unspoken way. The currents between them have shifted. While I'm aware of his physical involvement with Lumi, in public, they're just friends and don't get that close. I wonder what's going on in his mind?

"…"

In Alice's eyes, the face of Lumi from the sneakily obtained video seemed to manifest right in the classroom. The face of a woman meant to be kept under wraps in some discreet corner. Seeing it in the classroom gave Alice an odd feeling, like stumbling upon something that should've remained unseen.

"I'll go to the restroom for a bit."

Just then, Lee Hoyeon strolled outside. Observing his retreating figure, Alice slyly rose from her seat.

"Now's the chance."

She needed to invite him to her place. Sure, she could ping him on the smartwatch, but the live show with the twins fueled her desire to convey it directly.

Outside the classroom, Alice's eyes locked onto his back, and she quickened her pace. Conveniently, there was no one nearby, so she promptly spoke up, "Lee Hoyeon."

"Yes?"

Seeing Hoyeon's face up close after a while, Alice felt a peculiar sensation.

"Come over to my house today…"

"Today?"

"Yes."

Alice felt a sense of relief at Hoyeon's mildly flustered reaction. No matter how many women orbited him, he couldn't brush off her words. That's a crucial point, she thought.

A relationship where she takes the reins. Even if he fools around, as long as there's one nestled in his heart, that's apparently sufficient.

Since childhood, Alice had internalized such a value, courtesy of her mother who put up with her philandering husband. Just as her mother said, "Whatever he does, as long as his heart belongs to me, a bit of wandering is permissible."

Having imbibed such attitudes from her overly indulgent mother, Alice refrained from acknowledging her feelings because it felt like conceding defeat. Like being just another bee swarming around the flower named Lee Hoyeon. She preferred the role of the select few, not one in a multitude.

"Um, alright. I'll swing by today."

"I'll be waiting." Concluding her words, Alice turned back and re-entered the classroom.

Feeling like she was steering the ship and dictating the relationship, Alice couldn't help but smirk slightly at the course she desired.


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