Chapter 16: Date with Soojin (1)

Chapter 16: Date with Soojin (1)

Date with Soojin (1)



Heading out on a school uniform date in adulthood often tends to bring on the awkwardness, especially when the other person isn't wearing one. And unless it's a standout venue like an amusement park, the discomfort level rises. But donning the Victory Academy uniform eliminates any embarrassment, letting me confidently walk with my head held high.

In the academy, they might still see me as a rookie in handling my powers, but in the eyes of everyday people, I'm just your everyday awakened person. Having a student from a top-notch academy in a restaurant works like an instant crime deterrent.

This stands in sharp contrast to your typical college crowd wearing school jackets. It almost mirrors the authoritative aura of a police uniform. Plus, awakened individuals typically opt for casual wear, blending in and making them less recognizable, but a student's uniform is hard to miss.

Of course, being recognized does have its perks.

"Compliments of the house."

"Wow thanks."

Receiving complimentary service doesn't mean you should make the student uniform your daily attire. It's not the case. Acting recklessly just because you're well-regarded can spoil your image in no time. Students usually avoid uniforms, but in my case, I didn't have much choice.

"It's nice not to have regular clothes in situations like this, right?"

"Yeah, I ordered a steak, didn't expect to get spare ribs as a service."

It's truly a surprising treat. If there hadn't been guidance to skip the uniform during external activities like this, a few students might have exploited the situation.

"Are we going to buy clothes right after eating?"

She likely didn't mean it, but the adorable hesitation in her words got to me. Those plump cheeks, that puppy-like face, and her innocent, pitiable aura she's like a breath of spring. Her charm shines through even in the smallest things, and it just pulls me in.

Why did I rush things yesterday?

"I guess so. I feel sorry for standing out when you looks so pretty, noona."

Sweatpants have never been my go-to for a date not once. It's an obligation to rise three hours before the agreed-upon time and put on the full attire. Anyway, I was on the verge of calling up Minsoo, considering a clothing emergency. But, knowing his fashion sense I didn't need to witness it firsthand to predict the catastrophe.

"Why go to such lengths I really don't mind the uniform"

She threw out the suggestion to help me with my wardrobe, and I picked up on her sweet intentions. Her kindness conveyed that the uniform was A-okay. It struck a chord with me.

"No, today's not going to be our last date. I can't wear a uniform every time."

"Um, yeah not our last date so"

Saying that, she plunged the spare ribs in, her face wincing slightly as if enduring pain when she stretched her mouth wide. A pang of guilt hit me genuinely. It was unmistakably my fault that her mouth ended up torn and sore.

But still, the cleaning blowjob

Considering I've never skipped that part in my entire existence, even if I were to hit the rewind button, I'd gladly ask for it again.

The steak, sliced with precision for convenient munching, triggered a chuckle as she savored every bite. Judging by the slight table tremor, she must have been tapping her foot in delight underneath.

"Taeyang, are you getting along well with your classmates?"

"Uh sort of?"

I meant to express it naturally, but I slipped up. On the first day of the transfer, only two friends in my class, and they're a couple. I also tore their relationship apart. Can I even label that as friendship?

"But still, you're the closest, noona."

"I've been feeling that way all day. Are you planning to say only nice things to me today?"

Her inexperience in matters of romance was painfully apparent. A brief exchange of words and her face flushed, akin to witnessing delicate glassworkbreathtakingly beautiful, but with an air of fragility that suggested it could fracture with the gentlest touch.

But thinking about it, maybe I shouldn't have pulled that stunt on our initial encounter Is glasswork always this delicate?

"Thank you for the thought, but there's really no need to trouble yourself. Simply capturing a moment of you both enjoying the meal is sufficient."

A scene of us dining If we're freezing this moment in a photo, might as well make it sweet, wouldn't you agree?

"Noona, say ah.'"

After signaling that we're taking it this way, I extended the fork to Soojin. The sound of munching and the clicking of the Polaroid camera echoed. In quick succession, the Polaroid camera spewed out two photos, one of which was handed to us.

"Thank you. Please come again next time."

As we stepped out of the restaurant, a constant rattling noise emanated from beside me. Indeed, Soojin was impatiently shaking the photo, likely eager for it to swiftly develop.

"Do you like it that much?"

"Yeah! But this is different from the photo we planned earlier, right? We need to take sticker photos, you know?"

Were it not for the public place, I would've planted a kiss on her while she continued to ramble with that adorable little mouth.

"I know, I know. Let's buy clothes and take sticker photos right away."

"Hehe, I was thinking the same thing. We're so alike."

Today's date is undoubtedly smooth sailing.

Switch into fresh attire, casually swing by the arcade and then dive headfirst into the main event. Frankly, white underwear and thigh-high stockings? I'm itching to peel them away rapidly. However, the dress stays put; it's non-negotiable.

Beep! In that instant, a quest window materialized, almost as if expressing its dissatisfaction with the date's seamless progression.



[Urgent Quest]!

Monsters that haven't passed through the gate have appeared!

Clear Condition :: Hunt all the monsters. (0/13)

Deadline :: Right now

Reward :: Presence 1 / Penalty :: ???



An urgent quest? Monsters? Presence?

This marked my first encounter with such a situation. Still in bewilderment on how to deal with it, the air split open, releasing a swarm of goblins.

"Aaaargh!"

The circumstance showed no mercy for my response. Instantly, goblins wreaked havoc on the store corridor, shattering furniture. People dispersed in disarray. Expressions that echoed laughter moments ago were now drenched in screams. In under a minute, the semblance of normal life collapsed.

Fight against monsters? Just like that, all of a sudden?

Frozen in place, I couldn't make a move. Then, someone burst forwardhair and dress flowingit was Soojin.

"Taeyang, it happens to everyone initially. Don't beat yourself up over it."

Along with comforting words, a crimson light gathered in Soojin's fist.

"Minimum Output: Iron Blood."

The goblin exploded.