SMC #124

Hui-won had never once revealed his trait since coming here. Most of the neighbors, including Nancy, were Betas.

He was far from having the typical appearance of an Omega, so how did she know? When he looked at her with questioning eyes, Nancy quickly averted her gaze and pretended innocence.

[Well… someone mentioned it. Is it a secret?]

[No, it’s not exactly a secret.]

Hui-won answered nonchalantly. It wasn’t something he needed to hide. Just then, Alberto, who had been waiting quietly, started whining as if wanting to go inside, pestering Hui-won.

[I’ll head in first. Have a nice day.]

[Yeah. You too.]

After a brief farewell, he parted ways with Nancy. Hui-won led Alberto to the grandmother next door and crossed over to his own house. After a quick [Read on Read BL Novels]shower, he came out [stolen content]visit our sitestolen content -->to the living room. Even though it was the same scenery he always saw, the house felt a bit flimsy. It was probably because of what he had heard earlier.

Shaking his wet hair dry with a towel, he glanced out the window for a moment. The fence in the garden was only waist-high; it seemed anyone could jump over it if they wanted. The front door lock was just a simple chain. It was true that security was weaker compared to Korea.

Hui-won draped the damp towel around his neck and called the landlord. He subtly mentioned yesterday’s robbery incident and suggested that this house also seemed to need some security improvements.

He wasn’t sure if the landlord would listen. From the landlord’s perspective, it was probably just a hassle.

If cost became an issue, he was willing to pay any amount. Even though he was currently unemployed, Hui-won had assets that could sustain him for decades of leisure.

-A robbery? Goodness, such a thing happened! You must have been so shocked. As for the repairs, it’s difficult to give an immediate answer…

[How long should I wait?]

-Can you give me a little time? I’ll look into it and get back to you.

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“…….”

As he zoned out for a moment, thoughts of Kwon Young-je suddenly flooded in. He was pondering whether to tell him about this or not when a text message notification chimed.

Kwon Young-je

Everything okay?

Perfect timing. How did he contact him right away? Moreover, it wasn’t even the usual time he usually messaged. It was as if he had sensed something and asked about his well-being.

“…….”

Hui-won reread the text several times before pressing the call button. Since that day, he had become comfortable calling without hesitation.

-Yeah.

Kwon Young-je answered almost immediately after the signal. As his low voice pierced his ear, Hui-won scratched his cheek, which wasn’t even itchy.

“Is it… okay to talk?”

-Just a moment.

Some bustling noise came from the other side of the speaker. That too soon quieted down. Hui-won pictured Kwon Young-je walking into his office. It was a scene he knew well, so even without seeing, he could clearly imagine what he must look like at that moment, answering the phone.

-Go ahead.

“Just… texting seemed bothersome.”

-I prefer this too.

“Did I disturb your work?”

-It’s fine. I have time.

Thanks to that, they had a comfortable conversation. Starting with small talk about their well-being, he shared what had happened during his day. The flow of conversation naturally moved to the robbery incident in the next neighborhood. Hui-won relayed the news in as neutral a tone as possible.

“So, I’ve already mentioned it to the landlord. He’ll probably do something. I’m not sure when, though.”

-He should do it quickly. Given the situation.

“This isn’t Korea. Everything takes twice as long here.”

-What will you do in the meantime?

“Hmm…. I was thinking of maybe buying an electric shock device or something. But honestly, there’s nothing worth stealing in this house to begin with.”

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A long sigh came through. Creak, the sound of a chair leaning back followed. His voice became undeniably serious.

-Wouldn’t a taser gun be better?

“Can you buy one easily?”

-It’s easier than buying a firearm.

“…That’s true.”

-I’ll tell Secretary Lee to prepare the necessary documents by today.

“No! I’ll handle it myself.”

Thinking he would act immediately, Hui-won urgently stopped him. Emphasizing repeatedly that it was his matter and he would handle it himself, Kwon Young-stolen contentunauthorized copycontent]The quickly advancing interest felt somewhat suspicious.

This is awkward…. Hui-won switched the leash to his other hand and carefully spread his left hand.

“I’m sorry. I’m married.”

A prominent wedding ring sat on his ring finger. Eric blinked his eyes, alternating his gaze between Hui-won’s face and the wedding ring. His expression seemed to say, “So what?”

“I’m not flirting.”

“Huh?”

“I’m straight.”

“…Ah.”

Hui-won let out a short exclamation. Contrary to his calm expression, curses were raging inside. Damn it… Kim Hui-won, get a grip. What, are you some irresistible Omega? If there were a mouse hole, he’d want to hide in it right away. The left [visit our site]style="display:none;" aria-label="Read on Read BL Novels">Read on Read BL Novelshand he had shamelessly displayed was quietly stuffed into his pants pocket.

Everything okay?