Extran Episode 1
‘A swimming pool, it’s been ages.’
Only Bbyak went into the water in Hong Kong. This is the first time since I went to swimming lessons before the regression. Other than that, I went on group water outings when I was young. Personally, I didn’t have the time. If I had been more financially comfortable, I could have done so much with my younger brother when we were kids. I felt a fresh wave of regret.
“Uncle! Are you ready?”
A booming voice came from outside the door. So impatient.
“Just a minute!”
There are changing rooms in the swimming pool, but they said I could change in my room. The room is more comfortable than the changing room. I took out the new swimsuit from my suitcase.
‘It’s completely ordinary.’
I like it. I thought rash guards only came in tight styles, but there were surprisingly many options. Among them, the most satisfying was the loose, t-shirt-like swimsuit. It’s comfortable because it doesn’t stick, and it covers my body.
‘It’s better to hide the scars.’
Yoohyun already knows, and I can tell others they’re from when I was young, but there’s no need to worry them. What if they try to get them removed? Besides, the location of the scars is awkward.
“Hyung, are you going to wear that?”
I was taking off my top when my brother, who had come in unnoticed, expressed his disappointment.
“Uh… should I wear something else?”
“Yeah. This suits you better.”
Yoohyun said, pulling out a zip-up rash guard. That kid who always wants to have the same thing as his hyung said the same thing when we went to buy swimsuits. But that store didn’t have a loose t-shirt swimsuit that fit Yoohyun.
The torso was fine, but the shoulders were too short. So, he bought a zip-up rash guard instead. It wasn’t as good as the t-shirt, but it was still quite loose, and more than anything, it was easy to put on with the zipper. Comfortable clothes are the best.
“Okay, sure.”
I took the hooded zip-up rash guard that Yoohyun handed me.
“You change quickly too. Yerim is going to break down the door.”
The bottoms were slightly above the knee. Long ones are stuffy and uncomfortable to put on and take off. I like that it just looks like a hooded zip-up and shorts. It doesn’t look like a swimsuit.
“Guys, come here.”
Bellalre wrapped around my arm, and Bbyak snuggled up to me. But Peace followed, but unlike usual, didn’t think about snuggling. Did he notice we were going to the swimming pool?
“I’m not going to drown you.”
– Kkyang.
“It would be nice to swim together, though.”
That quick-witted guy. But I wanted to take pictures of Peace swimming with Bbyak and Bellalre riding on him. I even prepared a waterproof phone case.
“Where did I put the waterproof case?”
“Here.”
Yoohyun handed me the waterproof phone case. Seeing me holding Bbyak in one arm, he puts my phone in the case. I put the necklace attached to the case around my neck.
“You must feel stuffy.”
My brother also had the same zip-up rash guard as me, but unlike me, he didn’t zip it up. I bought one that fit, but it looked a bit tight. He should have just worn the bottoms.
‘There were times when I carried him around.’
Seeing him so big makes me feel strange sometimes. Even if a kid grows up well, he’s still a kid, so it was hard to imagine him getting bigger than me. Even when he was in elementary school, I didn’t think he would grow this much.
He had pretty good development in middle school. Even after entering high school, he was still growing quickly, so even if he hadn’t awakened, he would have been over 180cm.
I feel proud thinking about how I fed him well. He grew up well.
“Ah~ jeo~ ssi~”
“I’m going out now, going out.”
Singing a song, singing a song.
“The weather is nice!”
Yerim exclaimed excitedly, stretching her arms out as if doing a stretch. Yerim was also wearing a rash guard. Do people not wear old-fashioned swimsuits these days? It was a set of a lively short-sleeved t-shirt and short pants. She ran straight ahead, then,
Splash.
She goes into the water. The figure under the swaying surface moves smoothly like a mermaid and then springs above the water. The water also shoots up with her.
“Ah, feels good.”
She twirled around, lifting Yerim up. The surrounding water droplets reflect the sunlight and dance dazzlingly.
“Hyungnim, why are you so covered up?”
It was Moon Hyuna’s voice. Turning my head, I saw Moon Hyuna wearing a bra top rash guard and, of course, short pants. Wow, look at those muscles. It would be stuffy to wear a t-shirt like Yerim, especially with those shoulders and arms. It’s natural considering she uses Greatsword, but.
…I’m a little jealous.
“Unnie [older sister or female friend], let’s race!”
“Alright!”
Moon Hyuna laughed and jumped into the pool with a splash.
The swimming pool consisted of a large pool in the center and a long pool that circled the perimeter. As the swimming pool itself was large, the length of the pool around the perimeter was considerable. Yerim and Moon Hyuna went to the end of the long pool.
“Uncle, give us the signal.”
“Okay. Using skills is cheating.”
The swimming pool could explode if I’m not careful. I have to be careful. With the signal, the two started. Yerim was fast, but it was hard to beat Moon Hyuna without skills. The difference in height and muscle was also significant. Still, the distance didn’t widen much, and she kept up well.
“Yujin-ssi!”
“Yujin-ah.”
While watching the swimming race, Noah and Myungwoo came down to the swimming pool. They were only wearing swimming trunks. Myungwoo goes without saying, and Noah is also an S-Class support, so… I’m glad I covered up.
“You look better because you rested well.”
“I thought I needed a break too. Ismual seemed a little dissatisfied, though.”
Myungwoo said with a smile. Since it was a vacation, he decided not to work until he returned to Korea. He said the sauna water was good here and strode into the swimming pool. Myungwoo is also a good swimmer.
“Okay, Bbyak, Bellalre. Is it too deep?”
I was worried, but Bbyak jumped into the water first. He has a flight item, so it should be okay. Bellalre also started swimming next to Bbyak, who was floating on the water. She swims smoothly, probably because she always liked water.
I quickly filmed and took videos of the scene. So cute.
“Peace… you still don’t like it.”
– Kkyang.
Peace, who had already climbed onto the sunbed, cried more softly than usual. Okay, what can I do if you don’t like it? Get some sun.
“Yoohyun, aren’t you going into the water?”
I asked my brother, who was standing next to me. Why are you just watching?
“I can’t swim.”
“Really? I thought you could because you float well in the sea.”
“Floating is easy.”
I guess so. I only know how to float. First, I went into the water. It got deeper towards the back, so the front only came up to a little above my waist.
“They say you learn quickly if you know how to float. Come on in. I’ll hold your hand.”
“Okay, thanks.”
Yoohyun smiled brightly and came into the water, and Noah, who was standing nearby, said shyly.
“I, I also… don’t know how to swim.”
“Noah-ssi too? Do you know how to float?”
“Uh, I don’t know because I haven’t tried it.”
Oh dear, you’ve never been to a swimming pool.
“Just a moment. I’ll help Yoohyun first.”
I was holding Yoohyun’s hand when suddenly water splashed from the side. Yerim, who appeared with the splash, shouted.
“Uncle, don’t be fooled! How can an S-Class not know how to swim?”
“That’s right, Hyungnim [term of respect], even if you’re not an S-Class, if you have B-Class stats, you can throw them in the water and they’ll be swimming within 3 minutes.”
Moon Hyuna also appeared and chimed in.
“Looking at it now, Doryeonim [young master] is a complete fox. He’s acting innocent in front of Hyungnim~”
“That’s right, Unnie! It’s so funny to watch. Hey, fox! Stop acting like a fox and let’s have a match!”
A fox. Yoohyun didn’t even blink at Yerim’s provocation. He was indifferent as if he had blocked his ears. It was Noah who turned red for no reason.
“I, I, just……”
Noah, whose ears were also red, couldn’t speak properly and stammered before going into the water. Not swimming, but just sliding and disappearing into the deep. He’s an S-Class Hunter, so he won’t drown.
‘He might not know, it’s okay.’
Why are you so embarrassed? But maybe it’s faster to tell him to try right away than for me to hold his hand.
“Yoohyun-ah.”
“Yeah, Hyung.”
My brother looked at me brightly as if he only trusted me. Okay, you can learn slowly. It’s not like we’re going to a swimming competition right away. It was then.
Chwaaak, water sound and water wrapped around my body. Then I was pulled back in an instant.
“Uh, uh?”
“Park Yerim!”
Yoohyun, who couldn’t pull my hand for fear of hurting me, shouted fiercely. The water that had wrapped around me and retreated a long way turned into a chair. If it were ordinary water, I would have fallen straight through, but somehow it supported my body. It’s like a tube with water inside.
“Come on, fox!”
Yerim stood in front of me, no, floated in the water, and shouted confidently.
“You’re lying about not being able to swim, aren’t you? I know everything!”
“……”
Yoohyun hesitated and looked at me. Then he answered.
“I can’t.”
“Wow, as expected of Han Yoohyun! But you have to swim to get Uncle back!”
Don’t just laugh, stop the kids, Hyuna-ssi.
“Don’t fight here.”
I said, but neither of them seemed to want to listen. Peacefully, um, beach volleyball… also seems far from peaceful. Someone bring some sand. I’ll have them compete in building sandcastles.
“Yujin, you’re suffering too.”
Myungwoo, who came to my side, said.
“But it’s cute, isn’t it? Take Bbyak and Bellalre away in case they get caught up.”
Myungwoo took Bbyak and Bellalre, who were floating around, and Noah, who had been diving, approached. Noah, standing outside the swimming pool, asked me.
“Shall I bring you a drink?”
“Ah, yes. Then I’ll have a cafe latte.”
“Myungwoo Hyung [older brother or male friend]?”
“I’ll have a grapefruitade.”
As soon as Myungwoo answered, Yerim raised her hand.
“I want a Java Chip Frappuccino with extra Java chips and extra whipped cream! If you don’t have it, a parfait, if you don’t have that, a Caramel Macchiato with espresso whipped cream!”
“I’ll have an iced Americano.”
“Beer and snacks! Preferably something greasy!”
Noah flinched. Isn’t that too many orders? Especially Yerim, I can’t even remember them all. Seeing Noah panicking, Myungwoo went out of the swimming pool. He lightly climbed up the ladderless place with his arm strength. As expected, it’s good to have high stats. I’m jealous.
“I’ll go with you.”
How kind. Looking at Myungwoo, he seems to like taking care of people. He even takes the time to teach the blacksmiths.
Suddenly, I remember when I first met him. He’s changed a lot. In a good way, a lot.
Myungwoo and Noah went to the bar, and Yoohyun and Yerim started glaring at each other again.
“Start when the beer comes, if possible.”
Moon Hyuna said, giggling without any intention of stopping them.
“I’ll pretend to be fooled! I’ll give you 5 minutes to learn how to swim.”
“Hyung said he would teach me, so give him back.”
“Uncle said he only knows how to float. Have some conscience, Guild Leader.”
“Looks fun.”
Another voice joined in. It was Sung Hyunjae. He approached the pool. What, that beach robe cardigan. It looks good for covering the body, so I was thinking of buying it too. However, Sung Hyunjae only wore it loosely.
Anyway, um… he has a good body. At that point, it’s another world, so I’m not jealous. …Honestly, I was envious. How nice, really. Why did I come to the swimming pool? I’m glad Song Siljangnim [section chief] and Kim Sunghan-ssi aren’t here.
Yoohyun and Yerim didn’t even glance at Sung Hyunjae and were caught up in their own war of nerves. Moon Hyuna just threw out a word to watch together and stopped talking. Seeing that, Sung Hyunjae turned his gaze to me.
His smile was a little ominous. As soon as he made eye contact with me, Sung Hyunjae raised his fingertips. There was a very small spark. No way.
“Wait, hey!”
I quickly hugged Bbyak and Bellalre tightly and used Grace. As soon as he confirmed my actions, he immediately.
Pajijijik!
Electricity sparked. Shining so brightly that it was blinding, throughout the entire pool. Ah, that damn human being, really!
“Ouch!”
“Euk!”
“That son of a bitch!”
The electricity flowed loudly, but it seemed to be just painful for the S-Class Hunters. Yoohyun and Yerim started glaring at Sung Hyunjae, who was laughing.
Moon Hyuna also growled.
“Han Yoohyun, temporary truce.”
“I accept.”
That voice was faintly heard. Guys, just a moment. It’s deep here. I could float, but suddenly I’m sinking. Yerim, your skill was released by the electricity. Bbyak and Bellalre don’t seem to know what’s going on.
“Oh dear, it seems Han Yujin-gun [term of respect] is more urgent.”
“What, Ack! Uncle!”
“Hyung!”
– Kyang!
The body that was sinking was lifted up. I was supposed to float if I stayed still, but why did I sink? Yoohyun and Yerim pulled me to a shallow place.
“Hyung, are you okay?”
“Why didn’t you shout?”
“No, cough. Usually, you float if you relax. If you shout in the water, you drink water and can’t float.”
Still, was I too quiet? The fear resistance also had an effect. If I sink completely, I can kick off the bottom and come up for a moment.
– Kkyang.
“Okay, Peace. You didn’t want to come into the water.”
You’re all wet. Peace, who confirmed that I was safe, quickly ran out of the water. Then, watching my expression, he sneaked behind the flower bed and, after becoming fluffy again, climbed back onto the sunbed. He could really stop me directly.
“After all, it would be better to learn how to swim properly.”
The culprit came over and said calmly. I wouldn’t have fallen if it weren’t for you. He said he would teach me for the safety of my partner, but I was about to refuse when Yerim interrupted.
“I’ll teach you! I’m good at swimming.”
Then she raised the corners of her mouth towards Yoohyun as if to show off. Yoohyun narrowed his brows.
“Didn’t you just fail to control your skill and make Hyung fall into the water? Hyung, let’s learn slowly together.”
“Or should I teach you, Hyungnim?”
…I just want to play with a tube. Can’t I make a life jacket out of dungeon byproducts? I can always carry it around.
“Let’s rest for a bit first.”
I went out of the water and sat on a bench. Myungwoo and Noah returned from the bar with the drinks they had ordered.