The S-Classes That I Raised [EN]: Chapter 425

423. Good Night

‘Your hand looks fine.’

Yoohyun’s hand, checked in the light, was clean. So the contract must be fine too. Sung Hyunjae said his breath stopped for a moment, but maybe it wasn’t due to the side effects of mana imprinting, i.e., an attack from others.

It was a relief, but I also thought it might have been better to have the contract terminated this time.

‘Just in case, let me tell you, even if it looks like I’m dead, don’t give up right away. It might not be real death, and there might be a way to revive me.’

‘Like in that Japanese dungeon?’

‘Yeah. There are all sorts of things in this world now.’

‘Okay. But I can’t hold out for long.’

‘Yeah, not too much, just a day—’

‘About an hour?’

‘…Hey.’

That’s too short. What’s an hour? I shortened it a lot to a day.

‘If Park Yerim and Peace aren’t nearby, I have to let them know, so I might hold out a little longer.’

‘Th, that’s right. I’m glad you’ll let them know.’

Sigh, that’s something. But should I tell Yerim and Peace in advance? It would be fine if I hold out well, but… I have to live long because of Yerim… and I don’t know how to explain it to Peace.

It seemed best for me to live a long time after all. There’s no parting that isn’t regrettable unless you’re enemies, but at least we can part with less regret.

I went to the next room and woke Noah in the same way as Yoohyun. Noah, who jumped up, looked at my eye color with wide eyes. Then he smiled brightly, as if relieved.

‘You’re Yujin, right?’

‘Yes. Thank you so much for your hard work.’

‘I’m glad you came back safely.’

‘I’m sorry, you must have been in a lot of pain.’

‘It’s okay. We were in battle, after all.’

Noah said as if it were an everyday occurrence. Noah is an experienced Hunter, but this acceptance must be greatly influenced by Riette.

In the meantime, Yerim came back, and I brought up the clothes.

‘…Still, hyung [older brother or term of endearment] is hyung.’

The me before regression glanced at my neck and said.

‘You shouldn’t do that as a younger brother. That guy is already feeble.’

Are you taking my side or insulting me?

‘Sorry, hyung.’

‘It’s okay. Just give me the grace [a blessing or divine power].’

– Pip.

A bluebird flew to me. I received the grace from myself and put it on my arm. After quickly washing up and changing clothes, I went downstairs and saw Yerim, Yoonyoon, and the young Chaos sitting at a table next to the lobby. Fortunately, they didn’t seem to be hurt.

But that thing. The things on the table.

‘…Isn’t that alcohol?’

‘This seems to work on Hunters too! I thought it would be hard to find clothes that fit, so I went to a Hunter supply store I found on the way to the hotel!’

Yerim laughed and shook a fancy bottle of alcohol. Yeah, there were things like that around this time. There were, but why did you bring it?

‘Yerim.’

I had to say something and move on. Yerim tilted her head with wide eyes at my serious voice. It’s cute, but I can’t let it go today.

‘This is a dungeon.’

‘Yes, I know.’

‘I admit you’re strong. I know you have a teleport skill, so you’re unlikely to be in danger. But still, a dungeon is a dungeon.’

‘Uh… is it because I went out without saying anything?’

Yerim straightened her posture and said. She looked a little nervous.

‘It’s not just because of that. Of course, going out without saying anything is a problem, but I’m worried that you’re taking the dungeon raid too lightly. It was okay because you said it was safe before sunset. But bringing unnecessary things after hearing that you should be careful after sunset is too careless.’

‘…It just showed up on the way.’

‘Yeah. But that brief hesitation can lead to a big accident in the dungeon. This is advice from me as a fellow Hunter, not just as your guardian.’

‘As a Hunter?’

‘Yeah. It’s a common occurrence. Upper-level Hunters who enter a good guild right after awakening and succeed with strong support often have a period of distraction. There’s even a term called Hunter Spring [a period of carelessness or overconfidence among new Hunters].’

Yerim repeated ‘Hunter Spring’ and nodded.

‘Okay, I’ll be careful!’

The answer was cool, but she didn’t seem to take it very seriously. But of course. Advice in just a few words is often ignored by adults who have rolled around in society. Even when their lives are at stake. When dungeons first appeared and burst out, there were many accidents caused by not following safety rules.

I have no choice but to pay more attention and prepare. Then Yoonyoon said with a sulky look.

‘Captain Kim is a nag.’

‘…What?’

Ah, no. It was nagging, but still. Even that guy is looking at me like I’m a stuffy old man in his forties or fifties. Hey, your body is twenty-five.

‘And the alcohol too! It’s amazing, but! I brought it for you to drink if Captain Kim is embarrassed!’

‘…Really?’

‘Yeah!’

Yoonyoon probably wanted to drink it himself 90% of the time, but Yerim seemed to be thinking of me. I felt a little sorry, so when I turned around, Yerim shrugged her shoulders.

‘What you said is right. So do you remember everything?’

‘Uh, uh? No…….’

‘You remember.’

‘Oh, um, a little. It’s been a while since I had Hunter alcohol!’

‘You drank it in the Japanese dungeon too.’

I’m embarrassed. Still, I’m glad I didn’t say anything too strange to Yerim.

It wasn’t a situation to get drunk, but I sat down at the remaining table. Yoohyun, as always, had me on both sides and wore a satisfied smile. He definitely seemed to be in a better mood. Soon after, Sung Hyunjae and Song Taewon came down. Both were dressed neatly and lightly. And both of their hair wasn’t dried properly.

‘A light drink should be okay.’

I got up from my seat and picked up the bottle of alcohol. The letters on the label were all erased, but the pattern showed it was for intermediate Hunters. It wouldn’t even be the level of beer for the people here. Alcohol for intermediate or higher Hunters was basically good in taste. It was to make at least the tongue happy since they couldn’t get drunk easily.

Before I could say anything, Yerim and Yoonyoon disappeared and brought glasses. From mugs to wine glasses, they were diverse.

‘Well, everyone, thank you for your hard work. We’ve gotten over one hurdle for now. Right?’

The young Chaos nodded.

‘Now that the moon is gone, the dungeon itself will be weakened. First, your nightmare will also be weakened.’

‘It’ll be even weaker when the sun rises?’

‘Because it’s a nightmare.’

Then, when it gets light, we’ll catch the dragon, deal with the remaining association area… and go to Haeyeon? I stopped Yoohyun, who was trying to get up to help me, and filled his glass. Chief Song also got up, but I made him sit down again.

‘I’ll pour it for you.’

Although it was a pretty teacup. Then I poured alcohol into Sung Hyunjae’s coffee cup.

‘It may not suit your luxurious taste, but have a drink.’

‘Isn’t it a glass recommended by my partner? Even if it’s undercooked barley wine in a thatched hut, wouldn’t it be sweet?’

‘Ah, yes. Let’s catch a day and have a full moon party under the flowers.’

‘With friends by my side.’

‘Chief Song, please take care of things.’

The tips of Song Taewon’s fingers twitched. I felt sorry for subtly pushing Chief Song into being Sung Hyunjae’s friend.

‘Ahjussi [term for older man, like uncle], me too!’

‘You get juice.’

‘You said it’s for intermediate levels. Then I won’t get drunk!’

‘You can’t even if you don’t get drunk. No regular alcohol either.’

‘Captain Kim, I’m over a hundred years old!’

‘Three years old is a bit much, so I’ll give you ten years and recognize you as thirteen years old.’

Come when you’re both adults.

I poured alcohol for Noah, followed by the me before regression. I never dreamed I’d offer myself a drink. Finally, Yoohyun filled my glass. It was sweet and slightly spicy, quite delicious. As expected, I didn’t get drunk.

‘You said we need two guards. What time should we switch?’

‘No need to switch.’

The young Chaos looked at Sung Hyunjae.

‘You come. The rest sleep.’

‘Yes? But Elder, I feel a little guilty not switching.’

Even though the two oldest people were the strongest, I felt a little uncomfortable making the oldest people stay up all night.

‘I’ll stay, Elder.’

Chief Song got up from his seat and said. Although he was a transcendent in the form of a teenage boy, he was polite, as if he had decided to treat him like an old man.

‘What are you doing bringing someone like that? Go to sleep right now.’

‘I’m okay.’

‘First, this guy always brings someone like me. Go right now.’

Chaos raised his eyebrows and said firmly. Chief Song hesitated, then answered, ‘Yes.’ He didn’t look happy, but Chief Song should rest.

I turned to Sung Hyunjae, who was emptying his glass, no, his coffee cup, without any particular answer.

‘Mr. Sung Hyunjae, won’t you be tired?’

‘I don’t think I’ll be able to sleep in this mood. Or will Hanyujin put me to sleep?’

‘I’ll decline because my skill won’t work on you.’

Well, it hasn’t been long since that commotion, so he’ll still be on edge. Especially since it was the first time Sung Hyunjae had fought with his own kind, spilling blood. It won’t calm down easily.

I told the young Chaos and Sung Hyunjae to take care of things and headed towards the guest room elevator.

‘Little Captain Kim! Let’s have a pillow fight! I wanted to try it!’

Yoonyoon said excitedly. He seemed to feel like he was on a school trip rather than in a dungeon. It was understandable given the environment.

‘You’ll break the walls or windows.’

‘I can control my strength well!’

Yoonyoon answered confidently with his arms crossed. Yerim seemed drawn to it too. She didn’t open her mouth first, probably because of what I said earlier. Well, it’s okay to play in the hotel for a while before going to bed.

‘Don’t play for too long. You’re just playing for a little while and then going to sleep, okay?’

‘Okay!’

‘Ah, then will Ahjussi play too?’

‘No. Hyung has to sleep early.’

‘Let’s do it, Angel!’

‘Yes?’

Yoonyoon grabbed Noah’s arm. He was flustered, but Noah didn’t seem to dislike it. Well, I’d feel more at ease if Noah was with them. But is it okay?

‘I will observe. If it’s the inner room of the largest guest room, it’s okay if it breaks a little.’

Chief Song said. I was going to tell him to rest, but I felt that he was slightly welcoming it rather than being annoyed, so I just thanked him. Well, it would be hard for Chief Song to rest comfortably here given his personality. Besides, he’s in a position like a teacher watching the kids’ pillow fight.

‘They seem to get along well.’

Before awakening, being a police officer suited him, but being a teacher would have been a perfect fit. A position to protect, lead, and teach children. He would have been popular. If Chief Song didn’t have negative feelings about himself, he might have changed his career path to teaching.

‘You have to play moderately and sleep. There’s nothing too dangerous, but don’t be too loud.’

‘Should I freeze the windows to make them soundproof?’

‘Not that far, no. Freeze the curtains instead of the windows. In case a pillow flies the wrong way, the glass will be safe. If it breaks, quickly take Noah and Chief Song and evacuate.’

The hotel windows are often the entire wall. I wanted to say just sleep quietly, but it’s a time to play. Especially since Yerim couldn’t play like that with her non-awakened friends after awakening. Even if she controlled her strength, it would be uneasy for the teachers or children’s guardians.

Yoonyoon is a child if you think about it. He went around scaring people, but this dungeon might be the first time he’s playing with friends.

I headed to the largest suite with a bunch of snacks for the pillow fight. Me, my brother, and I went to find a spacious room on a suitable middle floor.

‘There was a time when I was campaigning against using disposable products.’

I said, squeezing toothpaste onto the toothbrush provided. I nodded in agreement.

‘Now we’re pushing the trash into the dungeon.’

The environmental problem was so serious that it was said to be dangerous, but now it’s all gone. The dungeon, which was created for destruction, is conversely playing a role in saving the world, which is ironic.

‘It feels strange to be looking in the mirror side by side.’

The me before regression said. It was even stranger because we were brushing our teeth in the same way, as if we had practiced with the same hand. If this situation continues, I wouldn’t be happy. Is that why there are mostly negative stories about doppelgangers?

To be more honest. I suggested it first, but I don’t want my place taken away from me. Yeah, I don’t want to.

‘I want to punch you.’

‘Look who’s talking.’

‘Hyung, let’s go to sleep quickly.’

At the same time, we rinsed our mouths and Yoohyun grabbed our arms and pulled us, glaring at each other. I’m enduring and sleeping because of my brother. That guy must be thinking the same thing.

I feel terrible after all.