Chapter 226: Why are you doing this to me?

"This side is clean... What about over there?"

"It's spotless. There are no traces at all."

"Hmm..."

"How could there be a battle without a single trace..."

"There aren't even any remnants of the demon's magic power."

The Academy Security Team couldn't help but be flustered.

No matter how much they investigated, no traces of a battle were showing up.

Just the demon's corpse.

Other than that, nothing suspicious could be found.

It felt as if the demon had been dealt with elsewhere and only the corpse had been dumped here.

"He didn't give him an inch."

"Pardon?"

While everyone was frowning and looking around the living room.

The oldest Senior of the Academy Security Team.

Kim Pele, the Ace of the security team who had returned from studying abroad, opened his mouth.

Kim Pele held his chin with his hand and looked down at the scene.

"An S-Rank Demon couldn't even emit magic power... What do you think that means? A demon's greatest desire is its Survival Instinct. There's no way it wouldn't have used magic power when faced with death."

"If that's the case..."

"Right. Lee Ho-yeon is an incredibly skilled person, enough to defeat an S-Rank Demon before it could even react."

"...!"

"I'll have to report this separately. Keep your mouths shut just in case."

"Yes, sir. Understood!"

Kim Pele let out a sigh, Phew, and shook his head.

Even with his long career, it was his first time seeing such a strong person.

The Rookie of the security team started getting a headache from the Classified Information he had accidentally overheard.

"What is everyone doing?"

Moon Su-rin approached the security team, who were gathered together and shaking their heads.

"S-Student Council President!"

"Is the investigation going well?"

"Y-Yes, ma'am."

The security team reported the progress to Moon Su-rin.

The Student Council President held a quite high position at the scene.

Not only was there a lack of people to lead, but Moon Su-rin was exceptionally good at her job, overshadowing her young age.

Even the proud personnel at the scene who initially looked down on Moon Su-rin couldn't help but acknowledge her competence after working with her a few times.

"No traces at all... It was definitely too clean."

The scene was awkward no matter who looked at it.

It must have looked even stranger to the experts.

"Or should we also check the inside of the room?"

"...No. I'll just take a quick look around in there myself."

"Understood. Then we'll wrap things up here. Hey! Wrap it up!"

There were many uncomfortable aspects in various ways... but she had to protect Ho-yeon's Privacy.

While the security team wrapped up the on-site investigation, Moon Su-rin roughly looked around Lee Ho-yeon's room and bathroom.

There was nothing particularly related to the incident or noticeably strange.

However...

"There are a lot of toothbrushes."

Little things started to catch Moon Su-rin's eye.

The beds, one in the room and one in the living room, as well as the multiple toothbrushes that looked like they were being used.

The computer that was perfectly set up as if he were doing a broadcast.

Should she call it a sense of lived-in presence?

Traces of other people were visible.

Of course, since it was Lee Ho-yeon's house, seeing traces of people wasn't a problem, but...

"...I never heard that Ho-yeon-i did broadcasts."

Something, something was weighing on her mind.

What in the world is it?

But she didn't want to rummage through all his closets or drawers.

That truly was Lee Ho-yeon's Privacy.

Moon Su-rin's conscience was telling her not to cross that line.

Tilting her head in confusion, Moon Su-rin accidentally found some clothes scattered Under the Bed as if they had been hidden there.

It was a black piece of cloth, but when she held it in both hands and spread it out, she could definitely tell what its purpose was.

Clothes that accentuated a woman's breasts, belly, pelvis, and thighs.

It was a Lewd Outfit made to stimulate men.

"..."

Why was this in Ho-yeon-i's house?

"Student Council President! We've finished wrapping up!"

While Moon Su-rin was lost in thought, the voice of the security team came from outside.

"Ah, yes!"

She had to go back for now.

Moon Su-rin put the clothes back Under the Bed.

"..."

What in the world.

Ho-yeon-i was hiding something from her.

Maybe it wasn't anything special.

That piece of cloth might just be a useless gift he received from a friend... and the computer might be an unspoken hobby.

She could respect him that much.

But for no reason, various thoughts made Moon Su-rin's mind complicated.

Because Lee Ho-yeon had a lot of close female friends.

"Haa..."

Moon Su-rin hated this emotion she was feeling right now. And she regretted her actions.

She shouldn't have looked for anything in the first place.

Her mind would have been at ease if she hadn't.

Moon Su-rin walked out with her head still a complicated mess.

*

"I-Is this... right? Rumi?"

"Yeah. Hurry up, hurry up."

Rumi pushed Lucy's back and entered the Clubroom.

Inside the Clubroom was... the bed they had set up yesterday.

It had been incredibly difficult to get permission from the school, claiming it was for Rest, but they ultimately succeeded.

It was because Rumi had pushed for it so hard.

Lucy felt incredibly awkward seeing Rumi show such an enthusiastic side.

Because she became a completely different person when it came to matters related to Lee Ho-yeon.

"Lucy. I think this should be enough. Right?"

"Yeah. It's big and nice, but..."

The bed was spacious.

Spacious enough for three people to lie down and roll around.

Lucy felt nervous just looking at the bed.

Because the reason this bed was placed here... was obvious without even having to say it.

Seeing her nervous state, Rumi grabbed Lucy's hand.

"Lucy. Do you perhaps hate the idea of doing it together with Mr. Ho-yeon?"

"...It's not that I hate it. I like it."

Of course, Lucy also liked being together with Lee Ho-yeon and Rumi.

If it were just hanging out normally, she wouldn't just like it, she'd be over the moon.

But mixing bodies together with Rumi... required a little mental preparation for Lucy.

"Lucy. You know. We have to brace ourselves."

"Brace ourselves?"

"...You know too, right? Mr. Ho-yeon has a lot of pretty people around him, like Miss Nam Da-eun or... Alice."

"He said he was close with Teacher Baek A-yeong too."

"Professor Im Sol too."

"Come to think of it, he's a Bad Bastard. Really."

"It's okay. Because there are two of us."

Rumi smiled slightly and held Lucy's hand.

"You think so too, right, Lucy?"

"Haa, yeah. I get it. Let's take Lee Ho-yeon down."

Lucy couldn't refuse Rumi's words.

No, in truth, she was grateful that Rumi was coming on so enthusiastically.

Because she had only experienced it once so far, she was honestly nervous about that sort of thing.

That's why, even if she wanted Lee Ho-yeon, she didn't really know what to do.

But thanks to Rumi, they were able to make Progress like this.

"I'll do my best too. Rumi."

"Yeah... I love you, Lucy."

"I love you more."

The Twins lay down on the bed while hugging each other.

"It's nice lying down together."

"Yeah. It feels like I'm thinking of the old days. Whenever I had a hard time, you'd always hug me like this, Lucy."

Since they were young, Lucy had taken care of Rumi, who was frail compared to others.

It was only natural as an older sister, so she never hoped for any repayment... but she decided to slip it in this time.

"Rumi. This time, you have to help me."

"Don't worry. Let's make sure to lay Lee Ho-yeon down between us too."

"Heh, I love it. I absolutely love that."

The Twins giggled and spent time in the Clubroom.

*

"Try eating this. A Drumstick."

"Yeah, thanks a lot. Liriana."

Nam Da-eun, Nam Da-hee, Liriana, and me.

The four of us ordered three whole Fried Chickens.

Since there were three chickens, there were 6 Drumsticks in total.

When I glared at Liriana, who had already eaten 3 Drumsticks and was about to touch another one, she offered the Drumstick to me while gauging my reaction.

"But the Drumsticks are delicious..."

"What are you doing in front of a kid? Seriously."

"Liriana is so funny. Pfft."

"Da-hee. Don't spill while you eat."

Wipe-

Nam Da-hee was smiling at Liriana as if she didn't mind, and Nam Da-eun also didn't seem to mind as she wiped Nam Da-hee's mouth.

Tsk.

These kids are too nice for their own good.

I can just imagine how much she stole from them when I wasn't around.

"You don't steal all the kids' Drumsticks when I'm not around, do you? You order Fried Chicken every day anyway."

"...No I don't."

I let out a scoff as I watched Liriana avoid my gaze and pick up the White Meat.

Are all the kids living in Hell that immature?

No. Thinking positively, does it mean she lives youthfully?

"Girls, come to think of it, your bodies are completely fine, right?"

It's shameless to say this... but I honestly just remembered.

They looked so fine that I hadn't even paid it any mind.

"Yeah. We're fine."

"Of course. Hyap, hyap."

Seeing them brimming with energy, it seemed they weren't hurt.

"Still, it was an S-Rank Demon... You guys caught it really easily, didn't you? Has Da-eun gotten that strong?"

"Well, Ms. Liriana helped a lot."

"Liriana?"

I looked at Liriana, who was munching on her chicken, nom, nom.

Is she someone who can actually be helpful?

"Why are you looking at me like that? I've gotten incredibly strong too, you know? The god watching from Hell probably bestowed a Blessing upon me. Hehe."

"..."

What kind of Bullshit is that.

Still, seeing what Nam Da-eun said, it seems she really did get stronger...

Ah.

Did she get stronger because I got stronger while learning the Rune Barrier from Rebecca?

Come to think of it, I've grown drastically stronger since I used Summon on Liriana.

The amount of Mana Liriana could use must have increased proportionally.

Since it was her first proper fight in a while, it makes sense that Liriana would feel that way.

"Right. You're the best. I always believed in you."

"Fufu. Then offer up the Drumstick."

"Ho-yeon, by the way, when is Scarlet coming?"

While I was joking around spouting nonsense with Liriana, Nam Da-hee cut in and asked a question.

"Uh... Scarlet said she's busy with work. But she'll be here soon."

"I miss Scout too. My tail feels all itchy from not using it."

Scarlet, huh.

I thought of Scarlet, who would be by Alice's side.

Honestly, is it okay for her to have this little work?

I suddenly felt a surge of anxiety back then, but both I and my girls had gotten much stronger.

Of course, true to a Trash Game, the Power Creep would get severe later on, so this level is nowhere near enough yet... but I just have to work harder.

"I'll ask her. She should be able to at least show her face."

"Yay! Thank you, Ho-yeon!"

Da-hee was visibly delighted.

She had gotten really close with Scarlet too.

Seeing my women get close to each other always feels good.

'Ah, Scarlet isn't a Heroine, is she.'

I see her so often that I got confused.

"Ho-yeon. I have something I want to ask too. How did you meet that person named Rebecca?"

"Right. That witch is so scary. I don't really get what she was saying about her clan or whatever."

"Ms. Rebecca... Well. It's a long story, but I'll tell you the details."

We continued our Small Talk.

As expected, sharing everyday life with the Heroines like this is a pleasant and Healing thing.

Next to Sex, of course.

*

The day after Lee Ho-yeon was attacked by the Skull Mask. Sunday.

Scarlet reported to Alice.

"An attack...?"

"Yes. I obtained the data currently being processed by the Academy."

The Documents Scarlet handed over contained information about the attack Lee Ho-yeon suffered.

It was a detailed summary, containing not only leaked information from the Academy but also information she had personally gathered by asking around.

"Hmm... I see. I'll have to Contact him. You can go rest now."

"Yes, ma'am. I'll be going now."

After saying her goodbyes to Alice, Scarlet left the Mansion and headed home.

Because unlike Sebastian, Scarlet didn't need to be glued to Alice's side every day.

'What should I do when I get home.'

How strange.

She had never felt this way in her entire life.

- Scout~. Look at this. Doesn't it look delicious?

- Hey, I told you it's Scarlet, not Scout. How long are you going to keep doing that?

- Ms. Scarlet. Thank you.

- Scarlet~ Please do this for me.

"Hah."

She was quite famous for her Information Gathering and assassinations in her own right.

To think she would get this attached.

Frightening people.

Even as she thought that, a smile hung on Scarlet's lips.

'I should go visit them soon.'

Scarlet opened the door to her house and walked in, entertaining pleasant fantasies.

The moment she entered the house and closed the door, she was startled out of her wits by the Survival Warning blaring from her entire body.

Get out immediately.

Turn around and run.

Scarlet reflexively opened the door she had just closed.

However.

"Scarlet."

At the heavy, dignified voice that soon followed, she stopped all her movements and turned her body back around.

It was a natural phenomenon, like a Herbivore's legs giving out when it sees a Predator.

In the living room, she could see a man lying on the Sofa as if it were his own home.

The man looked as comfortable as if he had come to his own house.

"Guild Master... sir."

"It's been a while. Seems like this place is livable?"

The Iris Guild Master.

Isaac.

He was in her house.