I was adopted by the boss of the organization

20 | The story is brought forward

It's been three days since I broke up with Seol-i.

Even basic living, such as work or anything else, was out of sight.

Even when I'm eating, riding in the car, or even at work, I think of you. It still doesn't feel real that you're gone.

The day Seol-i was taken away, I cried for half a day without stopping. I didn't have a moment to rest. It felt like all the time I'd spent with you had gone to waste. If it weren't for me, you wouldn't have been taken away like that.

In fact, I boasted loudly that I would catch them and shoot them in the head, but when it actually happened, nothing was easy.

Since I couldn't see the light plane taking off, I couldn't easily guess the route, and even though it was a private airfield, it was very large, and the plane took off in the meantime.

I tried to hack into their information, but the security was so tight that I was prone to viruses, and they kept sending threatening emails and texts about Seol-i from all over the place, making it difficult to properly investigate.

I stretched my body and eyes, which were sore from staring at the screen for so long, to relax.

I looked at my phone, which was ringing nonstop, and soon turned off the ringer.

How long do I have to do this?

The situation was such that not only cell phones, but also laptops, computers, and air conditioners were all exposed, and if they did not stop, they would immediately suffer damage.

I wanted to quit right away and go back to the old days when things were quite peaceful.

As long as Seol-i doesn't get caught in the eye.

I couldn't put down my computer today either, as I thought of you crying and enduring loneliness.

Seol-i opened her eyes, tossing and turning in a cold room where white breath seemed to come out.

The windows had long been covered in frost on both sides, and the comforter, which wasn't made of microfiber, felt cold against my skin with the slightest movement.

Seol-i slowly got up, feeling that the warm spot she had been lying in for a long time was getting cold again.

I stared at the gray wall, which didn't look quite as worn anymore, having been repainted with the remaining paint from a recent restaurant remodel. The wall clock I'd once asked L to give me was ticking, pointing to the number six.

It's already been two years since I've been here.

Seol-i, who had turned 10, had to go down to eat breakfast an hour later at 6 o'clock in the morning.

I quietly watched the clock hands ticking away, making a noise, and then moved to the desk next to the bed.

I opened the second drawer and took out a small notebook. I don't know how long it's been there, but it's filled with stories I can't tell anyone, a diary of my day, and letters to my uncle.

I opened the next page after the last one I had written on and scribbled some words.

to. Sir.

I thought about the introduction and nervously closed my notebook.

miss you.

The only trace of connection to the old man was the M scar on his arm. It was annoying that even that was connected to this damn boss.

How long can I hold out? When will I ever be able to escape?

민 설[S]

...it's annoying..

I looked at my watch. It was 6:07. It wasn't a rush, but it wasn't a lot of time either.

I picked up the black hood hanging on the wall and opened the door. The bitterly cold day was about to begin.

I descended the stairs, opened the gray door, and entered the restaurant. All I could see were employees busily preparing for the opening, and the manager.

The store manager who found Seol-i acted familiarly as if he knew her.

식당점장

Hey, are you here?

민 설[S]

..hello.

식당점장

Okay, you're going to wash up? I set the temperature, so the water will be warm.

민 설[S]

..thank you.

식당점장

... Oh, ah, not there! That's over there, the winner is here!

I turned to the employee bathroom after seeing the store manager yelling at the employees who were moving the items.

In Area A, there was a shower room, but it was a bit inconvenient. With staff members coming in, I had to time my shower, and there were many days when I couldn't even shower because I missed the timing. Seeing this, the store manager made it convenient, so I was able to shower with peace of mind.

The staff were relatively kind and adored the young Seol-i. Still, keeping her distance was Seol-i's way of surviving. Don't settle down. Don't get too close. It'll hurt less that way.

The store manager called out to Seol-i, who was walking to the employee restroom.

식당점장

Oh, right. You can't eat breakfast at the restaurant today. It's inspection day... Sorry.

Likewise, I didn't want to bump into the staff at the restaurant, so I even ate here.

I don't think it will work today.

민 설[S]

.. all right..

I answered in a small voice and nodded awkwardly. The store manager responded with a friendly smile.

I quickly turned and found the bathroom. If you're smiling like that, I guess I should get to know you too...

With a bitter face, I opened the bathroom door across from the warehouse.

I don't know why, but the employee bathroom even had a shower stall. Doesn't everyone commute from home? Does anyone wash up here?

Since even the shops are owned by M, I wonder if the employees here have their own accommodations... I was curious, but I won't ask. It's just useless chatter, but if you keep talking, you'll easily become attached.

I hung my hood on the towel rack. When I took off my T-shirt, all I could see were small scars.

I stared at it blankly, then turned my gaze to my reflection in the mirror. A capital M was tattooed on my forearm. Whenever I thought of him, the scar would ache. I frowned, grabbed some soap, and went into the shower. Why was I so emotional today, when I had no time?

I even untied the bandage I had wrapped around my waist as a spare.

For a long time after that, all that could be heard was the sound of water.

When I came out of the shower, L was waiting for me.

He stood up from the chair he was sitting in and greeted the store manager, as if he had just been talking to him.

L

Here we go. Okay, let's go.

식당점장

Yeah. Take good care of the baby.

L

Yes, I told you not to worry.

L

Let's go, S.

L took Seol-i with him as they headed to the organization to eat breakfast.

민 설[S]

But how did you know I was here?

L

You weren't in the room. That's why I came here. There's nowhere else for you to be.

민 설[S]

Oh, but I guess the door wasn't locked?! Oh my, I guess I left my key too..

Seol-i, who had been hastily checking her body, looked at L with a look of despair.

L, the only one Seol-i was interested in, chuckled and threw a small key to Seol-i before walking ahead.

L

So I packed it, Chilchila... Take good care of it. I even locked the door, so just hurry and follow me.

민 설[S]

...yes-

Seol-i, who was hit by a key thrown by L, started to run after L, making a noise.

The place we arrived at after walking with L was the cafeteria within the organization.

The restaurant itself wasn't used by district, but rather jointly. Because of this, frequent fights and violence often broke out. But the verbal abuse heard in the background now was nothing more than a passing joke.

I took my seat and picked up my spoon, receiving the food the cooks were handing out.

The restaurant was so big and noisy and everyone had such bad personalities that it felt like a prison cafeteria.

At that time, I was sitting across from L and eating without saying a word,

I saw someone approaching me, pretending to know me. If it was L who came to see me because he had business, then it wouldn't matter, but judging by the way he was walking towards me, making eye contact with Seol-i, I don't think that was the case.

It wasn't the face of someone L was usually close with, and the words engraved on his training uniform read "D-3." Was he a sniper from Area D? Judging by his rugged appearance, he didn't seem to have a very pleasant personality.

The people behind him didn't look clean either.

L, who noticed them approaching, put down his spoon with a thud. Then he grabbed his plate and gestured for them to hurry.

Seol-i, who had heard that, was about to get up. But the man kicked the chair with his foot and slammed his fist on the table, making a loud noise.

필요한 역(???)

Hey, where are you going? You're just going because you're scared... You're not like that, are you?

At the man's words, those standing behind him looked at Seol-i and L and giggled.

L

..Just say what you want and go? If you have no business, go first.

필요한 역(???)

Hmm, yeah, I've seen it from afar a few times, but it has more poison in its eyes than I thought...lol

L, who was sitting on the chair and answering on Seol's behalf, ignored him as if he was not interested and continued talking while looking Seol up and down.

필요한 역(???)

Hey kid. Are you training? Why, that old man puts up with all your tantrums? You think that old man will protect you, right? Haha

민 설[S]

...,

L

...hey.

필요한 역(???)

Come fight me, kid. If you win, you can use this place as you please, and if I win, you get out.

The food at this restaurant is tasteless. I wouldn't eat it even if they gave it to me.

필요한 역(???)

How can I train with a brat this small?! I don't need any of that. A brat in the number one organization?? That's ridiculous! Is he anything but a weakness?? What kind of idiot brought someone like this??! Huh???!

민 설[S]

Ha, has this crazy guy eaten rice with his concept?

As soon as the man finished speaking, a soft muttering voice was heard. Although small, it was loud enough to be heard in the quiet restaurant, which had been drawing attention.

Seol-i flinched at the sound of her own voice, frozen silently. Seol-i had never sworn before. Even she was surprised at how she could swear so shamelessly.

And then a suffocating silence followed. The man, seemingly unaware that Seol-i would immediately respond, seemed to be assessing the situation with a comical expression.

There were several snickers here and there. Thinking she had to get out before the man made any more trouble, Seol-i grabbed L's stiff sleeve and turned him around.

I couldn't hear anything. Not laughter, not breathing, not the wind. All I could hear was an unidentifiable tinnitus.

His vision was tilted, and L's expression was filled with shock.

About three seconds passed. A torrent of sounds pierced my ears. My earlobes felt numb. I felt something flowing, and when I saw the sting, I thought I was bleeding.

I knew it instantly. Am I right now? By that guy?

I slowly turned around and looked at the man.

필요한 역(???)

... 미친년.. 애새끼 주제에 뭐라고? 어?! 다시 말해봐 이 쌍년아!!

The man pulled a small dagger from his pocket. Weapons were prohibited within the organization except for work-related purposes. Why did he have one? Or rather, how did he obtain one?

I was so shocked that I was lost in thought, and I didn't notice the man running towards me with a dagger, so I just stood there. "Oh, if we crash like this, I'll get a hole in my stomach," I thought.

L tripped the running man and made him fall.

L

Hey, isn't that too much for a kid, just like you said? And a dagger too... You know there are a lot of witnesses here, right? You're screwed, you.

필요한 역(???)

Miss... those fucking guys...

민 설[S]

....

He just stared coldly at the man lying face down, muttering curses. L kicked him with his foot, and as he slowly got up, the man's gaze suddenly turned red, as if provoking his anger. He ran towards Seol-i and raised his fist.

I clearly saw the man running towards me, but I didn't dodge. I didn't blink, I didn't move a single foot.

The fist that was flying towards Seol-i stopped right in front of her eyes.

Seol-i just raised her eyebrows as if she knew he would do that.

The one who stopped the man was M, who had a rather unpleasant expression on her face.

여명

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