Chapter 58: I Will Never Let Go of My Fish Tank
Chapter 58: I Will Never Let Go of My Fish Tank
I Will Never Let Go of My Fish Tank
What's going on?
Initially, Melanie thought it was some kind of hidden camera setup. Setting aside Kim Minsoo's fashion choices, it was puzzling why he would burst into tears just from receiving a phone call. She suspected it might be a prank orchestrated by Baek Taeyang and Kim Minsoo.
However, as she continued observing, it didn't seem to be the case. There was no reason for them to go to such lengths for a prank. Moreover, Kim Minsoo genuinely appeared upset—he was crying as if his heart were truly breaking and evoking a sense of sorrow in anyone who saw.
That's not it…
It was too pitiful a sight for someone to be acting. People on the street subtly avoided, not out of concern but for reasons different from Melanie's. Dealing with an awakened individual in such an emotionally charged state is never a good idea, even for someone reputed for a good personality like Kim Minsoo.
The timing is just too difficult.
Approaching Kim Minsoo with the limousine at the mall entrance would be quite normal. The problem would arise if mall staff rushed out upon seeing the vehicle. It's a well-known fact that as attention increases, quietly resolving incidents becomes harder. Choosing a limousine in the first place was a mistake given the situation. If Melanie knew, she would have opted for something discreet like a van to swiftly pick up Kim Minsoo.
"Young miss, Kim Minsoo's call has ended."
"I guess I should be the one to help him up…""That seems appropriate."
Melanie twisted her hair bun with her fingers.
Kim Minsoo, unable to lift his face, blocked the way in front of the mall entrance. Staff members reassured customers due to him, with some waiting near the limousine. They were clearly experienced in handling awakened individuals.
Delaying here wouldn't benefit the non-awakened customers. Melanie made up her mind to face the dreadful scene and stepped out of the limousine.
"Kim Minsoo, if you keep this up, it'll be a bother to others. Get up."
She had no intention of providing any comfort. Glancing around, she noticed even reporters were thrusting cameras and flashing lights. If news spread about her connection with Kim Minsoo, she sensed it could lead to an awkward entanglement.
Maybe a bit of a rescue operation is needed…? I have to project an image as if I'm resolving a street complaint.
She couldn't tarnish Kaivan's name. The worst-case scenario would be if Kim Minsoo's image plummeted to the point where he couldn't model anymore. That had to be prevented at all costs, she thought.
"Student Kim Minsoo!"
Melanie used a formal address to emphasize their lack of intimacy, but the man remained motionless. Judging by the trembling of his body, it was evident he was still crying. Since she didn't know the exact situation, dealing with it properly was tough.
Drrrr Drrrr Drrrr—
In an effort for a quick resolution, Melanie called Baek Taeyang.
It's a hundred times better than hesitating like this.
In the meantime, she apologized to the staff and fended off the reporters. Mr. Kim, the driver, helped her a lot, so she was able to handle all of this simultaneously.
[Hello? Melanie? Is it resolved?]
"What do you mean resolved… What on earth have you done? He's not moving on the street."
She wanted to express her anger.
She wanted to raise her voice.
But with so many eyes watching, she had no choice but to speak as quietly as possible during the call.
[Ah… Really? The result is better than I thought.]
"No, what irresponsible thing did you—"
[Put him in the limo quickly and put out the fire first.]
"You're watching this situation right now, aren't you?"
Their first meeting was in a limousine, but the way he casually assumed Melanie was using one was too natural. She didn't miss that small detail.
Baek Taeyang, assuming Melanie was in a limousine, spoke as if he knew the entire situation. In other words, he was currently watching this situation unfold somewhere.
[Taeyang, even if it's over, isn't it too much to talk to another woman while you're with me?]
[You heard? I'm a bit busy right now; my cat is about to throw a fit. I'm ending the call.]
Click—
"Excuse me? Baek Taeyang? Hello?"
He ended the call.
Melanie struggled to contain the sudden surge of anger. The thought of him observing this situation from a distance like it was a comedy show infuriated her. What frustrated her the most was being treated as an absolute pawn. She had never considered things from a pawn's perspective.
"Mr. Kim, please bring Minsoo to the limousine."
"Yes, understood."
Whether it was fortunate or unfortunate, Kim Minsoo appeared completely drained, perhaps from exhaustion or another reason. He stared blankly at his phone screen, displaying various colors before going black. It was unsettling to see him gaze at the black screen with no reaction, regardless of what Melanie said.
"Can we talk for a moment?" As the situation seemed to be getting under control, she detained the reporters attempting to leave. If she didn't stop them now, it would spread on the internet instantly.
At this moment, Melanie was the only one to handle the situation. Baek Taeyang would undoubtedly distance himself from this matter. The call records confirmed it was just an agreement to be present. He probably planned to say, ‘You handled it yourself, right?'
Melanie realized for the first time that Baek Taeyang was meticulous. She had initially seen him as aggressive, obsessed with combat, and rebellious. However, he proved to be meticulous and skilled at manipulating situations.
I need to reconsider the modeling offer…
Baek Taeyang was someone she had to catch.
Driver Kim cleared the street and neatly placed Minsoo in the back seat of the limousine.
Melanie couldn't believe she had been tricked into doing all this for nothing.
Kaivan needs Baek Taeyang.
Melanie found herself already trailing behind.
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"It's over."
Upon seeing the Main Quest window pop up, I finally realized that I had broken a major branch.
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[Main Quest] Partially Achieved!
Congratulations!
You have completely ruined the pure relationship of the protagonist, Kim Minsoo!
You have shattered Kim Minsoo's mental state in the unique way of Baek Taeyang!
You have taken a significant step to steal the protagonist's position!
You currently hold 20.0% of [Protagonist Kim Minsoo]'s status.
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The most satisfying fact was that the protagonist's status had skyrocketed in an instant.
"Ahh… Ohh… Master… Ahh… Soo… Good… ahh…"
Even combining everything gained from urgent quests didn't reach double digits. Yet, this quest alone propelled me to 20%. I certainly realized that I couldn't complete the quest within a year with just a few tricks.
The view outside the glass window was truly a spectacle. Kim Minsoo, weakly slumped in the back seat of the limousine, and Melanie busily trying to manage the situation.
While pondering how to connect those two, my laughter continued without ceasing.
"Aah… Hah… You like… Yoomin's pussy that much…? That's… why you're laugh…ing… Hah… Ah… Master, I… it's too de…ep… I'm… about to…"
"Go ahead."
As soon as the call ended, Yoomin's eyes lit up. As if holding back for the sake of the thought that we were dating, she moved her body like a hungry predator.
Just a while back, she was bouncing on top of me, and now she's pressing her breasts against the glass while getting plowed from behind. With each thrust into her already stuffed pussy, my semen dripped relentlessly onto the floor. The once pink clam was now smudged in a layer of milky mess, making it hard to distinguish its original color.
"Ahh…! Coming…!" Yoomin trembled once again, welcoming another climax. This was already the fifth time.
Her legs finally gave up, and my cock slipped out like a slippery eel. A creamy pool collected between her spread legs. But the action didn't stop there. Yoomin, still gasping, eagerly went down on my cock and began the cleanup with a blowjob.
[Yoo Soojin]
[Taeyang, I heard from my dad, is it okay? I'm really sorry because he's is too extreme ㅠㅠ…]
[You're not mad, right? ㅠ… If it's uncomfortable, you don't have to come… No, just don't come…]
[I'm not used to expressing myself like this, that's why I said it harshly ㅠ…]
[Please, don't hate me…]
(An emoticon of a small puppy with sparkling eyes)
I scrolled through Soojin's messages while recording Yoomin going down on me. Since she would notice if I got lost in my thoughts, it's my little trick to manage both things simultaneously.
[Yoo Soojin]
[Oh…]
[Dad… Right… That's how it is huh? Hehe…]
[So, you are really coming, right?]
Lately, I've been neglecting Soojin, and it's not a bad idea to face the top hunter like Yoo Minhyuk. Besides, I shouldn't date one woman too much. My goal is to take away Kim Minsoo's harem. Having such a goal and being tied to just one woman? That's unacceptable.
I will never let go of my fish tank.
I'm looking forward to the weekend.