DMG Side Story Chapter 2 (Part 2)

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Esper T harbored no selfish desires for Heo Do-gyeong, nor did he develop any. Just being able to occasionally experience his Guiding was more than enough to satisfy him. He wished for nothing more than for Heo Do-gyeong to remain solitary, unattached, and untouchable. That was all he needed.

It was a pure, untainted form of admiration.

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Or so Esper T thought—until he saw it.

From a distance, he caught sight of Heo Do-gyeong kissing someone. For a moment, he felt an overwhelming urge to gouge out his own eyes. Heo Do-gyeong, kissing someone? Surely, his eyes were deceiving him.

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No, it couldn’t be real. Someone like Heo Do-gyeong kissing another person? Impossible. Surely, he was imagining things after the exhaustion from his time in Busan. Perhaps he was just too fatigued to think straight. He resolved to replenish his strength with nutritious meals or maybe even a prescription of traditional medicine.

Clinging to the belief that he had merely hallucinated the event, Esper T buried the memory. He consumed revitalizing foods, visited a herbalist for tonics, and convinced himself it was all a result of his weakened state.

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A few days later, with a heart full of nervous excitement, he stood before the Guiding room door. His hands trembled as he knocked, but there was no response. Swallowing his hesitation, he opened the door and stepped inside.

There he was—Heo Do-gyeong.

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The very person he had yearned for, the one who had left him restless with longing.

Sitting across from him, Esper T struggled to suppress the trembling in his chest. Heo Do-gyeong cast a brief glance at him, his gaze as sharp and cool as ever, a stark contrast to his outwardly calm demeanor. Despite the time that had passed, Heo Do-gyeong looked just as he had the last time they met—unchanging, as if frozen in time.

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See? I really must have been mistaken. There’s no way someone like Heo Do-gyeong would kiss anyone. The idea was laughable, something that would invite ridicule if spoken aloud. Even with his herbal remedies, he thought it wise to visit an eye doctor soon.

Gathering his courage, Esper T managed to steady his voice and greeted him.

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“H-hello. I’m not sure if you remember me, but we matched at 81% before….”

“Let’s just get this over with.”

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Heo Do-gyeong’s curt reply cut through the air like a knife, leaving no room for further words. The sharpness in his tone made it clear—this was strictly business.

And just like that, any lingering fantasies Esper T might have entertained were firmly extinguished.

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When Esper T began speaking, Heo Do-gyeong abruptly cut him off, extending his hand—still encased in his signature sleek leather glove. Esper T’s lips twitched upward, his delight barely contained. Ah, that unwavering demeanor!

Even though the physical contact was limited to the gloved hand, Esper T couldn’t help but savor it, his lips curling in satisfaction. The Guiding provided by an S-rank Guide with an 81% compatibility rate was on a whole other level. Even the faint frown on Heo Do-gyeong’s brow, which suggested annoyance, seemed perfect.

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The session ended quickly, with Heo Do-gyeong pulling his hand away as if brushing off the encounter. Esper T, reluctant to let go of the lingering sensation of the leather, clenched his fist, as if trying to capture and hold onto the fleeting warmth.

“We’re done. You can leave now,” Heo Do-gyeong said curtly, shaking his gloved hand and gesturing toward the door with his chin.

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Already feeling the ache of separation, Esper T stood up reluctantly, planning to book his next Guiding session as soon as possible.

As Esper T opened the door to leave, he found someone standing in his way—a man with an air of refinement, almost too polished for his liking.

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What’s this now?

Esper T frowned, sizing up the man. He was sure he’d been the last appointment of the day, so what was this stranger doing here? Judging by the unfamiliar face, the man must have recently arrived in Seoul.

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Probably another fool thinking he can charm his way into Heo Do-gyeong’s time, Esper T scoffed internally. He guessed this man was yet another clueless Esper who believed his good looks alone would be enough to sway the notoriously aloof Guide. Ridiculous. Even S-rank Espers have been coldly turned down by him. This guy has no chance.

The stranger stepped aside to let him pass, and Esper T chuckled under his breath, already imagining the man’s inevitable rejection.

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But then he heard it.

“Hyung!”

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The voice carried an unmistakable mix of joy and affection, halting Esper T in his tracks.

A chill ran down his spine as goosebumps prickled his skin. That voice… Could it really be…?

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Desperate to deny what he’d just heard, Esper T turned his head, only to be met with a sight that made him want to gouge out his eyes.

Heo Do-gyeong stood in front of the man, smiling brightly. No, beaming. It was the kind of radiant smile that evoked images of a sunlit spring meadow.

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Is this real? Esper T questioned his sanity, his jaw slack. He raised his hand and jabbed his fingers toward his own eyes.

“Ack!”

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The pain was undeniable. This was no dream. The sight of Heo Do-gyeong grinning so warmly was, horrifyingly, real.

As Esper T rubbed his stinging eyes, the voice that haunted his ears grew closer.

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“Did you come to pick me up?”

“Yeah. You said you were done for the day. Since it’s quitting time, I figured we could leave together… Was I interrupting?”

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“Not at all. I’m glad you came.”

“…Let’s go.”

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The softness in their voices was like a dagger twisting in Esper T’s heart. He tried to deny the scene even as he witnessed it up close.

And then he saw it.

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The gloves were gone. Heo Do-gyeong’s bare hand held the stranger’s hand tightly.

Who is this man? Why is he so special?

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As the two walked away, oblivious to his presence, Esper T stood frozen, staring at the spot where they had been. His shock was so profound he felt as though he might turn to stone.

A colleague eventually found him and tapped his shoulder. “Hey, what are you doing here? Spacing out?”

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Esper T turned his head slowly, his expression one of utter disbelief. “I-I… I…”

“What? Did you see a ghost or something?”

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“I saw… H-Heo Do-gyeong…”

The colleague chuckled, shaking his head. “Ah, I see. Yeah, he’s known for being icy, right?”

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“No! He… he was holding hands… without gloves…!”

“…What?”

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Esper T stammered, his words tumbling over one another. “Heo Do-gyeong! He wasn’t wearing gloves! He was smiling! And holding someone’s hand!”

The colleague clicked his tongue in mock sympathy. “Oh, you mean his boyfriend?”

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“…Boyfriend?”

“Yeah, that Esper he’s always with. Apparently, they’re inseparable.”

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Esper T’s world tilted. “Boy… friend? Heo Do-gyeong has a boyfriend?”

“Yeah, S-rank Esper. Guess he’s into him.”

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Esper T gaped. “But he’s turned down other S-ranks before! Why him?”

“How would I know? Maybe he’s exactly Do-gyeong’s type.”

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“Damn it…!” Esper T muttered, his voice breaking.

The pure, untainted admiration he had secretly harbored shattered into pieces, like glass hitting the ground.

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* * *

It had been about two weeks since Kang I-won joined the Seoul Second Branch.

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In the now-familiar private room, he was receiving Guiding from Heo Do-gyeong. The sound of wet, intertwined kisses filled the space as the two shared a breathless, lingering exchange before slowly pulling away. Though their lips parted without hesitation, Kang I-won felt an inexplicable sense of longing as he gazed at Heo Do-gyeong’s retreating lips.

Before he could say anything, his device buzzed, the screen lighting up with a message.

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[Choi Soo-bin: I think I’ll have some time at the end of this month?]

Noticing the lit screen, Heo Do-gyeong glanced at it and asked casually, “Who is it? Esper Choi Soo-bin?”

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“Yeah.”

The device buzzed again, the screen brightening once more.

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[Choi Soo-bin: But it’s only possible then.]
[Choi Soo-bin: I’m heading out on another dispatch right after, so this is the only chance.]

Kang I-won hesitated. Recently, he’d been spending nearly every day with Heo Do-gyeong. While he could always meet Choi Soo-bin later, the unpredictable schedules of Espers made it difficult to coordinate meetings. If he missed this opportunity, he didn’t know when they’d meet again.

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As he mulled over the decision, Heo Do-gyeong spoke again. “What’s wrong?”

“Remember how I said I’d try to meet up with Soo-bin when we had the time? Looks like she’s free soon.”

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“Just the two of you?”

“Yeah.”

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At this, Heo Do-gyeong responded in an indifferent tone, “Then go ahead and meet her.”

“…You’re okay with it?”

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“What would I have to be upset about?”

It was a surprising reaction, given how clingy Heo Do-gyeong had been over the past few months, acting as though even a moment apart was unbearable. Feeling a little sulky despite himself, Kang I-won replied to Choi Soo-bin’s message.

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[Me: I’m free then too.]
[Choi Soo-bin: Okay, then let’s plan to meet!]

But just as Kang I-won thought the matter was settled, Heo Do-gyeong spoke up.

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“I could come with you.”

“…What?”

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It took a moment for Kang I-won to process what he’d just heard, blinking in confusion.

“You want to come, too?”

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“Yeah.”

“…Why?”

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“Well, it’s been a while since I last saw Esper Choi Soo-bin. I thought I’d join you.”

Since when were they close? Kang I-won frowned, unable to hide his mixed feelings.

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“Let me check with her first.”

He sent a quick message:
[Me: By the way, Do-gyeong says he wants to come too.]
[Me: Is that okay?]

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The reply came almost instantly:

[Choi Soo-bin: ?]
[Choi Soo-bin: Heo Do-gyeong?]
[Choi Soo-bin: Why?]

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Kang I-won hesitated for a moment before being honest.

[Me: He said he wants to see you, it’s been a while.]

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There was a brief pause before a barrage of laughing emojis flooded his screen.

[Choi Soo-bin: LMAO HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA]
[Choi Soo-bin: HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA]
[Choi Soo-bin: OMG, thanks to him, I haven’t laughed this hard in ages.]
[Choi Soo-bin: Tell him he can come.]
[Choi Soo-bin: I’ll be happy to see his face too, lol.]

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Kang I-won glanced at Heo Do-gyeong. “Why do you want to meet Soo-bin?”

“Just… I owe her one. And I thought it’d be nice to catch up.”

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“Owe her?”

“There’s a bit of history,” Heo Do-gyeong replied vaguely, brushing off further questions.

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In truth, if it hadn’t been for a small piece of advice from Choi Soo-bin, he might never have ended up in this relationship with Kang I-won. He figured he owed her at least a simple thank-you. At the same time, he couldn’t deny his curiosity about just how close the two of them were.

While outwardly he maintained a polished smile, inwardly, his thoughts churned.

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“Let me handle setting the place. Just let me know the date and time,” Heo Do-gyeong added smoothly.

And so, their plans were made, albeit with an unexpected addition.

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* * *

The number of barriers an Esper specializing in barrier creation can produce is limited, which is why barriers are concentrated in Seoul. However, even within Seoul, not all areas are protected by barriers.

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As mentioned earlier, the limited number of barriers means they are primarily installed in densely populated regions of the city. As a result, there are still areas in Seoul that remain unprotected by barriers.

Some Espers assigned to Seoul are responsible for patrolling and managing these unprotected regions.

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This included Kang I-won, whose deployment area had not yet been finalized.

At predetermined times, Kang I-won patrolled his assigned zone, responded to occasional calls for assistance, and dealt with monsters as needed. Outside of those duties, he enjoyed a relatively relaxed schedule compared to his time in southern Gyeonggi.

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During one of these quiet days, a wave-type gate suddenly appeared in an area slightly removed from Kang I-won’s patrol zone.

“Phew…”

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The man looked utterly drained, his expression weary after days of non-stop combat. He had lost track of how many days it had been, and there was no telling when that cursed gate would finally close. Every time he thought he might get a break, the gate spat out more monsters. He was utterly exhausted, reinforcements were woefully inadequate, and the bitter taste of fatigue lingered in his mouth. It was, in every sense, a grueling fight for survival.

From beyond the massive, blood-red gate, more monsters poured out, their sheer size and high ranks making them even more taxing to handle. The man wanted nothing more than to break something—his own bones, perhaps—and fall back. But doing so would mean a storm of complaints from his comrades after this ordeal was over.

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As he swung his blade, he felt his breath catch in his chest. He couldn’t even remember the last time he’d received proper Guiding. All he could do now was desperately hope for reinforcements—anyone at all—to show up.

As if answering his silent plea, an unnaturally cold gust of wind blew through the battlefield, freezing even the air around him. The arm of the monster swinging toward him stiffened mid-motion, its attack slowing to a crawl. The man dodged it easily and turned toward the source of the icy wind.

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There stood a man who seemed to embody that very chill.

With skin so pale it was nearly translucent, faint dark circles under his eyes, and tightly shut lips, the man exuded an aura that was both somber and glacial. His monochromatic appearance—from his white skin to his black hair and attire—made it seem as though he had stepped out of a black-and-white film. The only hint of color was the faint tint of his low-saturation lips. He wasn’t the kind of person whose beauty struck like lightning, but there was something quietly mesmerizing about him. Once you looked, it was hard to look away, and by the time you did, his image was already burned into your memory.

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The man knew his name.

Kang I-won, the newly reawakened S-rank Esper.

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Kang I-won knelt on one knee and placed his hand firmly on the ground without hesitation.

Kang I-won’s ability was straightforward: he emitted cold energy that froze everything it touched. Simple, but devastatingly effective.

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The icy aura spread from his fingertips, racing across the ground like a predator zeroing in on its prey. The earth cracked and froze, creeping toward the monsters. The frost surged up from the ground, climbing the legs of the beasts, encasing their calves, thighs, and torsos in solid ice. Within moments, even their veins were frozen solid, and the monsters died without so much as a final scream.

The frost continued to spread, branching out like a spider’s web and freezing every monster it touched. In less than a minute, all thirty monsters that had spilled from the gate were reduced to lifeless ice sculptures.

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The Espers who had been struggling to fight them stood frozen in shock, their mouths agape.

“Holy… Is that what an S-rank can do?”

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Exclamations of awe and disbelief echoed across the battlefield. Even though they were part of the same center, most had never had direct contact with an S-rank, let alone witnessed their abilities in action. Faced with such overwhelming power, they could do nothing but stare in admiration and reverence, too stunned even to feel jealousy.

The man, too, was awestruck.

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Kang I-won rose slowly from his crouched position. The man watched as tiny shards of ice slipped from between his fingers, scattering to the ground.

Noticing the intense gaze directed at him, Kang I-won turned his head, meeting the man’s wide-eyed stare. The man flinched, his shoulders jerking reflexively.

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After briefly glancing at the man’s weapon, Kang I-won spoke in a calm, measured tone.

“If we want to extract the core, we’ll have to break that.”

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“Ah! I-I’ll do it!”

The man gripped the hilt of his sword and swung it down in one swift motion. The frozen monster shattered into thousands of pieces, leaving only its unfrozen core to fall to the ground.

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As if snapping out of a daze, the close-combat Espers who had been watching quickly followed suit, destroying the remaining frozen monsters one by one.

The scene, which had seemed unmanageable just moments ago, was resolved in no time. The Espers around were left staring, dumbfounded, at the rapid conclusion. Breaking the silence, Kang I-won calmly added, “Reinforcements have arrived.”

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His words sparked cheers among the Espers. Thanks to Kang I-won’s overwhelming power, they were granted a rare extended rest, allowing them to recover and prepare for the next wave.

Kang I-won also took a quiet moment to rest, seated in a corner as he prepared for the next wave. While no one approached him, every gaze was fixed on him.

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For many, this was a golden opportunity to build a connection with an S-rank Esper. But despite their ambitions, no one dared to approach. Kang I-won’s imposing presence was one deterrent; the other was the unspoken tension of everyone watching each other, unwilling to let someone else make the first move.

This uneasy standoff ended abruptly when Kang I-won left briefly to respond to an emergency call.

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The man who had wielded his sword earlier stood staring at the spot Kang I-won had vacated. The ground remained frosted, spiderwebs of ice covering its surface. He couldn’t help but recall the sight of the monsters freezing solid in an instant.

Kang I-won’s ability was simple, but the sheer destructive power it wielded was otherworldly. Monsters that had taken multiple Espers to bring down had been obliterated with ease. The image of dozens of creatures turned into brittle sculptures in seconds played on repeat in the man’s mind, leaving him unable to focus on anything else.

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Kang I-won returned just before the next wave began. As he arrived, the crimson gate spewed forth another horde of monsters.

Once again, Kang I-won knelt, placing his hand on the ground. As before, frost raced outward, encasing every monster it touched in ice. The process was even faster this time, and the breathtaking efficiency left the Espers stunned once more.

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When the final monster was frozen, the gate closed, collapsing into a single point before disappearing entirely. Kang I-won watched it vanish before lifting his hand from the ground.

As he remained crouched, someone boldly approached him without hesitation. The man watching recognized the newcomer immediately. It was someone familiar to anyone in the Second Branch.

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The figure reached Kang I-won and draped a coat over his shoulders. Kang I-won stood, gripping the fabric, and turned to address the person.

“Why did you come here? It’s dangerous,” Kang I-won said, but his face brightened with warmth. It was as if the monochrome image of him had suddenly been filled with vibrant color.

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“The fight’s over. What’s dangerous about that?”

“You showed up before it ended. That’s what makes it dangerous.”

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“With you here, what’s there to worry about? Now, let’s get you Guiding. You must be exhausted.”

“I’m fine.”

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“Fine? Don’t be ridiculous.”

The interaction between the two carried an air of intimacy, an unapproachable dynamic that seemed to create an invisible barrier around them.

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Yet, not everyone respected that boundary. An Esper with sharp, narrow eyes suddenly barged in, grinning as he interrupted.

“Guide Heo Do-gyeong, why don’t you Guiding me instead of someone who doesn’t need it?”

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“No,” Heo Do-gyeong replied curtly, his expression openly displeased. “If you need Guiding, submit a request through the center.”

“Isn’t this discrimination? You’re Guiding Kang I-won here. What’s the difference between doing it in the field or at the center?”

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“Do you really think you’re the same as him?”

“What’s so different? If anything, I’ve worked harder out here!”

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Heo Do-gyeong let out a dry laugh, his lips curling into a twisted smile. “Fine. Let me help you. Maybe I could use a few days off, anyway.”

“What are you—”

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Before the Esper could finish, Heo Do-gyeong grabbed his shoulder with a gloved hand and began the Guiding process. At first, the Esper grinned smugly as the energy flowed into him.

But that didn’t last.

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“Urk!”

Moments later, he let out a choked gasp, his eyes rolling back as he collapsed to the ground, unconscious.

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With a polite smile, Heo Do-gyeong looked around at the remaining onlookers. “Anyone else need Guiding?”

The murmurs and whispers among the Espers grew louder.

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“What the hell just happened?”
“Wait… is that rumor about him true?”
“No way. I’m not volunteering for that!”

No one stepped forward.

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Heo Do-gyeong turned back to Kang I-won, his tone lighter. “Next time, don’t come here. I’ll head back to the center as soon as we’re done.”

“No.”

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“What? Why not?”

Kang I-won leaned closer and whispered something in Heo Do-gyeong’s ear. Whatever it was, it made Heo Do-gyeong’s face flush red.

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Their private exchange created an atmosphere that felt as if they were the only two people present, despite the crowded field. The man watching couldn’t help but avert his gaze, feeling embarrassed on their behalf.

* * *

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Heo Do-gyeong’s patience, though surprisingly long, had recently begun to waver. He found himself more frequently confronting its limits, an unsettling realization.

The root of his unease was a deep-seated distrust in Kang I-won. No matter what Kang I-won said or did, the doubt refused to loosen its grip.

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It had always been like this. Even back then, Kang I-won seemed to comply, only to suddenly change course, claiming he was fine as he recklessly charged into a fight, determined to uphold his promises. He had survived, thanks to his reawakening, but if not for that stroke of luck, both Kang I-won and Heo Do-gyeong would likely be dead by now.

Of course, Kang I-won now was different from the Kang I-won of then. He was livelier, brighter. Though still prone to embarrassment, he didn’t hide the fact that he liked Heo Do-gyeong.

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Yet, despite these changes, Heo Do-gyeong couldn’t bring himself to relax. He felt restless whenever Kang I-won left his sight. Sitting alone in Kang I-won’s private room, waiting for him to return, he could hardly stay still.

There was no regeneration ability now. Kang I-won could die at any moment.

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This constant anxiety made it unbearable to remain at the center whenever Kang I-won went out into the field. The fear that he might recklessly get himself killed without Heo Do-gyeong knowing consumed him, leaving him unable to focus on anything. He spent his days waiting anxiously for Kang I-won to return, greeting him with a calm facade despite the turmoil within.

But recently, even waiting had become too much. Unable to endure the uncertainty, Heo Do-gyeong found himself heading to the field, needing to see for himself that Kang I-won was alive and well. Only then could the overwhelming fear subside.

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Kang I-won didn’t like it when Heo Do-gyeong came to the field—this, Heo Do-gyeong knew well. But staying back at the center wasn’t an option anymore.

Heo Do-gyeong believed that bonding with Kang I-won was the only way to free himself from this endless cycle of fear and anxiety.

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He wanted to bond with Kang I-won. To understand him completely, to become the one person who could affect him as profoundly as he affected Heo Do-gyeong. To be his unique, unbreakable tether.

Yet, Kang I-won said nothing. No matter how long Heo Do-gyeong waited, there was no indication that he desired the same.

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Was Kang I-won truly content with their relationship as it was? Did he have no desire to bond? Or had he simply decided it wasn’t necessary after experiencing it once?

Sometimes, the urge to propose the idea of bonding first became almost unbearable. But he always stopped himself.

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Their first intimate encounter had been unplanned and unilateral. While Kang I-won had said he was fine with it, how could Heo Do-gyeong be sure? Words alone weren’t enough to erase the possibility that Kang I-won was simply trying to reassure him. After all, hadn’t Kang I-won been alarmed and rejected the idea when Heo Do-gyeong later suggested repeating it?

That heartfelt refusal had instilled a deep sense of caution in Heo Do-gyeong. He couldn’t push Kang I-won to bond with him. He wanted to wait until Kang I-won was ready, until he truly wanted Heo Do-gyeong with all his heart.

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And so, all Heo Do-gyeong could do was wait.

“I hate it when other Espers look at you,” he murmured.

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But even his patience was beginning to reach its breaking point.

* * *

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Woo Young-seon, who had been enjoying a well-deserved vacation at a luxury hotel in the heart of Seoul, was unexpectedly confronted with an absurd rumor.

The rumors claimed that Heo Do-gyeong had a boyfriend, that the boyfriend was an S-rank Esper, and that Heo Do-gyeong was unusually affectionate toward him—treating him with a sweetness that bordered on saccharine.

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It was laughable.

“Really? That guy?” Woo Young-seon muttered to himself, dismissing the rumor with a scoff. The same Heo Do-gyeong who rejected both Choi Jae-young and me? Impossible.

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But then a reliable acquaintance confirmed it.

“It’s true,” they said. “Heo Do-gyeong actually has a boyfriend now. Honestly, I was floored when I saw it. I never thought he’d act like that with anyone—it gave me chills.”

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The news was so shocking that Woo Young-seon cut his vacation short and rushed back to the center. He had to see it for himself to believe it.

Of course, he told himself it wasn’t out of lingering feelings for Heo Do-gyeong. He had long since moved on—he wasn’t so pathetic as to pine for someone who had rejected him twice. No, this was purely curiosity. He just needed to know what kind of person Heo Do-gyeong had chosen over him.

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“Hyung, what do you want for dinner tonight?”

“Kimchi jjigae? I saw the kimchi was perfectly fermented.”

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“Great. Should we add pork to it?”

“Yeah.”

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“Do you want to watch a movie after dinner?”

“Sure.”

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…What was this?

Standing in the distance, Woo Young-seon rubbed his eyes and even shook out his ears with his fingers, convinced he had heard wrong. But no, the scene before him remained unchanged.

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There was Heo Do-gyeong, smiling warmly as he spoke in a sweet, lingering tone to the man beside him.

Is that really Heo Do-gyeong?

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Woo Young-seon’s mind reeled. He could still picture the last version of Heo Do-gyeong he had seen—a Guide who looked calm and gentle at first glance but whose sharp tongue and acerbic remarks could cut anyone down.

And now this?

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He shifted his gaze to the man next to Heo Do-gyeong. That pale, quiet figure with cold eyes was undoubtedly Kang I-won. Woo Young-seon scowled. Am I seriously less impressive than that guy?

Feeling his pride pricked, Woo Young-seon began observing Kang I-won. He had to know what made this man special enough to win over the notoriously unapproachable Guide.

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But observing Kang I-won turned out to be harder than expected.

His daily routine was painfully predictable: private room, fieldwork, and training room.

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Woo Young-seon had no business entering Kang I-won’s private room, and as a barrier Esper, he wasn’t sent to the field—it was far too dangerous. That left the training room as his only option.

Unfortunately, his presence there stood out too much if he wasn’t doing anything. So, despite having zero interest in exercise, he reluctantly started using the equipment, which only led to him being roped into actual workouts by an overzealous trainer.

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“Ugh… Damn it!”

“Esper Woo, keep those arms up! Arms!”

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“Agh!”

After another grueling session, Woo Young-seon looked around, only to find Kang I-won nowhere in sight. Frustrated but determined, he wandered the training room on shaky legs, lightly tapping his sore limbs as he searched.

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Eventually, he felt a chilling aura emanating from the innermost corner of the training room. Following the cold, he reached a door and hesitated.

When he opened it, he froze in place, utterly mesmerized by the scene beyond.

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Frost spread from Kang I-won’s fingertips, freezing the moisture in the air until tiny ice crystals glistened under the light, drifting down to settle on his jet-black hair. His hair shimmered with a frosty brilliance, like it had been dusted with stars.

His dark eyes remained focused on the space ahead, indifferent to his surroundings. Even as the icy display dimmed and the chill softened, Kang I-won extended his hand toward a target.

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In an instant, a wave of freezing energy surged forward, enveloping a massive monster dummy in frost and encasing it entirely in ice.

Woo Young-seon’s jaw dropped. He froze that huge thing in a second…

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He barely had time to process his awe before Kang I-won turned, his dark eyes locking onto Woo Young-seon’s.

For a moment, Woo Young-seon forgot to breathe. The cold in the air seemed to match the cold in Kang I-won’s gaze, making him feel as though he had been pinned in place.

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The figure standing before him wasn’t just an Esper—it was someone who exuded an overwhelming presence, one that left even someone like Woo Young-seon at a loss for words.

* * *

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Kang I-won’s ability was freezing—an innate power to release his energy and instantly freeze his target. While he could release his energy into the air, he was still inexperienced in controlling it effectively, which was why he often used the ground as a conduit during field missions.

But that wasn’t a sustainable solution. To refine his control, Kang I-won frequently practiced in the training room, adjusting his power to release it into the air.

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It wasn’t easy. A slight increase in strength would freeze the moisture in the air, while less power wouldn’t reach distant targets. Carefully testing the balance, he repeatedly released his energy into the empty space, focusing on the subtle sensations it created.

Midway through his practice, he sensed someone entering the room.

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The cautious footsteps didn’t belong to Heo Do-gyeong. Whoever this uninvited guest was, they had stopped just inside the doorway. Ignoring the intruder, Kang I-won focused on his practice.

After a few more attempts, he found the right balance. This should be sufficient. Extending his hand, he let his energy burst forth from his palm. The frost moved gracefully through the air, like a gentle breeze, before reaching the monster dummy. Upon contact, his energy transformed, devouring the dummy in an instant and freezing it completely, all the way to its core.

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Not bad. Still, it would require more practice to reliably use in real combat.

Shaking his hair free of frost, Kang I-won turned toward the lingering presence near the door.

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His gaze settled on the uninvited guest. Upon recognizing the figure, his expression tightened slightly.

Woo Young-seon.

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An S-rank barrier Esper and, more recently, an irritating presence in Kang I-won’s life.

At first, Kang I-won thought it was a coincidence, but after days of enduring Woo Young-seon’s persistent gaze, he realized it wasn’t. Woo Young-seon had been observing him with some unknown purpose. Why a barrier Esper would take such an interest in him was anyone’s guess.

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Their eyes met, and Woo Young-seon froze momentarily, staring blankly before startling and bolting from the room as if he’d been caught red-handed. The still-open door was a silent testament to his presence.

Though Woo Young-seon’s inexplicable behavior continued, Kang I-won chose not to act on it. He found it too bothersome to care and assumed that, eventually, Woo Young-seon would lose interest and move on.

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With that thought, Kang I-won returned to his training, dismissing the strange encounter from his mind.

* * *

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As usual, after finishing his training, Kang I-won was heading back to his private room when he happened to run into Kim Jin-soo. Kim greeted him warmly, while Kang I-won responded with a polite nod.

“Wow, Hyung, we’re in the same branch, but you’re impossible to find!”

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Kang I-won replied with an awkward chuckle, not offering much explanation.

“Even Do-gyeong’s been hard to find lately unless he’s doing Guiding—wait, hold on. Is that Woo Young-seon? What’s he doing over there? Hey! Esper Woo Young-seon! What are you up to?!”

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At Kim Jin-soo’s call, Woo Young-seon, who had been peeking out from a corner to observe Kang I-won, panicked and bolted. Kim Jin-soo blinked in confusion, his expression puzzled.

“Huh? What’s that about? Don’t tell me Woo Young-seon was following you, Hyung.”

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“Probably,” Kang I-won answered nonchalantly, watching Woo Young-seon’s retreating figure disappear into the distance.

Kim Jin-soo scratched his head and muttered to himself, “Don’t tell me… he still hasn’t gotten over Do-gyeong?”

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At those words, something clicked in Kang I-won’s mind, hitting him like a sledgehammer.

A sudden realization flooded in, followed by the echo of Choi Soo-bin’s voice in his memory:

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“Apparently, he fell for Heo Do-gyeong and wouldn’t stop trailing after him. It annoyed him so much that he turned all the Guiding waves upside down.”

And just like that, Kang I-won recalled why Heo Do-gyeong had been sent to southern Gyeonggi in the first place:

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“He didn’t face any major punishment, just a symbolic demotion for a while. I didn’t expect him to end up here, though.”

The puzzle pieces fell into place, leaving Kang I-won standing in silence, staring off into the distance where Woo Young-seon had fled.

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Indeed, Heo Do-gyeong had been reassigned to southern Gyeonggi because of Woo Young-seon. Kang I-won couldn’t fathom why he had forgotten this until now.

Suppressing the tremor in his voice, Kang I-won forced himself to speak calmly.

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“Esper Woo Young-seon… liked Do-gyeong, didn’t he?”

Kim Jin-soo nodded readily, oblivious to the weight of the question.

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“Yeah, that’s right. Back then, Woo Young-seon even snuck into Do-gyeong’s bed. Man, it was hilarious and shocking at the same time.”

“…Into his bed?”

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“Yup. That’s why Do-gyeong got so pissed off that—uh, er…”

Realizing too late that he had said too much, Kim Jin-soo stumbled over his words. His face paled as he hurriedly tried to explain.

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“L-look, I might’ve misspoken, but nothing happened, okay? Do-gyeong was furious! He was so annoyed he wouldn’t even let me talk to him without snapping. He was even grumpier than usual, more so than I’d ever seen him. And right after that, he got sent to southern Gyeonggi. Actually, Hyung, you probably know better than I do how he was back then.”

Kim Jin-soo’s words struck a nerve. No one knew better than Kang I-won just how irritable and unpleasant Heo Do-gyeong had been during his time in Gyeonggi.

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Still, Kang I-won couldn’t stop the tightening in his chest as his stomach churned. He pressed his palm firmly against his upper abdomen, trying to soothe the discomfort.

For the first time, he realized what had been causing his recent bouts of stomach pain.

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It was all because of Heo Do-gyeong.

The unrelenting stress came from Heo Do-gyeong’s maddening popularity. Every time another Esper sought him out or tried to win his favor, Kang I-won found himself growing more and more agitated.

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Reflecting on it, the pattern was clear. His stomach only churned when Heo Do-gyeong guided someone else or when another Esper dared to covet him. How had he missed it until now?

Was it jealousy? No, it wasn’t that. After all, Heo Do-gyeong made his irritation toward those people perfectly clear. What was there to be jealous of?

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If not jealousy, then it had to be something else—frustration. Yes, that was it. Kang I-won was frustrated. Frustrated at every single Esper who so much as glanced at Heo Do-gyeong with interest. It could also be called displeasure, annoyance, or outright vexation.

The engagement ring on his finger made no difference. Everyone knew Heo Do-gyeong was his partner, yet countless Espers still tried to angle for a chance to receive Guiding from him.

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If only they were bonded—if only they went through the marking process. Then all these irritants would finally go away.

The hesitation that had always lingered in Kang I-won’s gaze was gone. In its place, there was only resolution.

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* * *

Kang I-won, sensing Woo Young-seon’s persistent presence tailing him, abruptly stopped walking. As if caught off guard, Woo Young-seon stopped as well, freezing in place. Without hesitation, Kang I-won turned around and strode up to him until they were nearly face-to-face.

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Woo Young-seon’s eyes widened, his discomfort plainly written across his face as Kang I-won regarded him with a calm yet cutting tone.

“Do you still like Do-gyeong?”

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At the question, Woo Young-seon blinked rapidly, his expression morphing into one of incredulity. He let out a dry, disbelieving laugh.

“Ha! Did you seriously just ask me that? Do you have any idea how long it’s been since I stopped caring about him? If anything, the person I’m interested in now is—”

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Whatever Woo Young-seon was about to say, Kang I-won didn’t care. Cutting him off, he let out a sigh, his tone growing icier.

“Then stop paying attention to someone else’s Guide.”

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“…What?”

“I said, stop paying attention to my Guide.”

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The sharpness in Kang I-won’s warning sent Woo Young-seon into a flustered spiral. He let out another disbelieving laugh, running his hands over his face in frustration. Muffled curses and annoyed muttering spilled from behind his hands before he finally lowered them, revealing his flushed and exasperated expression.

“Ugh, I don’t care about him, okay?! He’s all yours! Take him! Damn it, why does this always—ugh, forget it!”

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With a final outburst, Woo Young-seon stormed off, muttering angrily to himself as he disappeared into the distance.

Kang I-won, unbothered, resumed his walk back to his private room. Once inside, he settled onto the sofa to wait for Heo Do-gyeong. It wasn’t long before the Guide appeared, looking utterly drained as he staggered into the room.

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“Hyung, do you need Guiding?”

“If you’re too tired, we can wait until later,” Kang I-won replied, his voice tinged with concern.

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“No. Guiding you is the best rest I can get. Ugh, I’ve had to touch so many people today—I’m ready to lose it.”

Heo Do-gyeong practically collapsed onto Kang I-won, clinging to him as if seeking comfort. Kang I-won instinctively wrapped his arms around him, holding him close.

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And then, he let his long-held desire slip out.

“Do-gyeong.”

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“Yeah?”

“Let’s bond.”

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He couldn’t stand it anymore—seeing Heo Do-gyeong guiding others, touching others. The thought of it drove him to the brink. He wanted to claim his Guide fully and completely, to make it known that Heo Do-gyeong was his alone.

Heo Do-gyeong lifted his head sharply at the words, staring at Kang I-won with wide, astonished eyes.

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“…Are you serious?”

“Yes. Unless… you don’t want to?”

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The question barely finished before Heo Do-gyeong shook his head vehemently, his cheeks flushing red.

“Of course I want to! Do you have any idea how long I’ve been waiting for you to say that?”

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His voice trembled with emotion, his honest feelings on full display. Kang I-won couldn’t help but smile at the sight, his own heart swelling with affection.

Heo Do-gyeong leaned in, pressing a soft kiss to Kang I-won’s lips, before whispering against them, “How about we leave early today?”

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“I’ve already prepared everything at home.”

The playful, almost seductive tone in Heo Do-gyeong’s voice turned Kang I-won’s cheeks a shade of red as he nodded shyly.

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After discovering the reason for his insomnia, Kang I-won and Heo Do-gyeong began sharing the same bed. But tonight was different—it was the first time Kang I-won felt this level of tension. Sure, he had been nervous when he first confessed to Heo Do-gyeong and started their relationship, but that night had ended uneventfully, leaving him feeling somewhat anticlimactic.

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Tonight, however, was not like that.

He had made the suggestion, and Heo Do-gyeong had accepted. They had even irresponsibly put off their work to rush home as soon as possible. Now, waiting on the bed while Heo Do-gyeong was still in the shower, Kang I-won felt like his heart might burst.

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His chest pounded loudly. Was this really going to happen? With Heo Do-gyeong? Should he have looked something up beforehand? His mind buzzed with countless thoughts, and he couldn’t stop fidgeting with his hands from how nervous he felt.

A few moments later, Heo Do-gyeong entered the room, wearing a bathrobe.

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“Should I turn off the lights?” he asked.

The room was still faintly lit from the glow outside, so it wouldn’t make much difference, but Kang I-won nodded. He couldn’t help but feel self-conscious.

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Heo Do-gyeong turned off the lights and quickly climbed onto the bed, kneeling before Kang I-won. He looked at him carefully and asked softly, “Are you really okay with this?”

“Yeah.”

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Reaching out, Kang I-won cupped the back of Heo Do-gyeong’s neck and gently pulled him in for a kiss.

“I want to,” he whispered.

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At his words, Heo Do-gyeong’s composure broke, and he lunged forward with fervor. Kang I-won fell back against the sheets as Heo Do-gyeong’s lips pressed insistently against his. When Heo Do-gyeong’s tongue pushed into his mouth, Kang I-won welcomed him, feeling overwhelmed by the intensity.

Gone was the slow, deliberate touch that accompanied their usual Guiding sessions. Heo Do-gyeong was relentless, giving Kang I-won no time to catch his breath. Even though he had recently become more accustomed to kissing Heo Do-gyeong, keeping up with this newfound passion was nearly impossible.

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“Hngh… Ah…”

Droplets of saliva trickled down Kang I-won’s chin, evidence of his struggle to keep up. Despite the shortness of breath, the thought of pushing Heo Do-gyeong away didn’t even cross his mind. He alternated between breathing through his nose and gasping for air as their tongues entwined, the occasional pull on his tongue sending shivers down his spine.

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Heo Do-gyeong finally pulled back slightly, his breathing ragged, and whispered in a low voice, “Hold on a second.”

Heo Do-gyeong reached into the drawer, hastily grabbing a condom and some lube. His movements carried an unmistakable urgency. With the condom in hand, he positioned himself between Kang I-won’s legs and untied the sash of Kang I-won’s bathrobe.

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The slightly parted robe opened completely as the sash came undone, revealing Kang I-won’s body. Seeing him, Heo Do-gyeong’s face flushed a deep red. He bit his lip, trying to control the rising excitement. His breath wavered with each inhale and exhale.

Without hesitation, Heo Do-gyeong removed his own bathrobe. The knot at his waist came undone smoothly, and as the robe fell away, Kang I-won’s gaze lingered on his exposed form. He let out a soft sound of admiration, but that turned into a silent gasp of shock when his eyes landed on the size of what lay between Heo Do-gyeong’s legs.

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That… that actually went inside me?

He had seen it before, of course, but the previous time had been so frantic and flustering that he hadn’t gotten a proper look. Now that he had a clear view, it seemed utterly impossible.

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Kang I-won had seen plenty before—after all, shared showers made it unavoidable—but Heo Do-gyeong’s size far surpassed anything he had ever come across.

“W-wait a second, Do-gyeong,” Kang I-won stammered.

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“What’s wrong?”

Just as Heo Do-gyeong was leaning down for another kiss, he paused, tilting his head in confusion at Kang I-won’s hesitant tone. Kang I-won’s gaze flickered to the thing hanging between Heo Do-gyeong’s legs, his eyes wide with disbelief.

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“I don’t think this is going to work,” he murmured.

“It’ll work. It did before,” Heo Do-gyeong replied confidently.

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“No, I really don’t think it will,” Kang I-won insisted, his voice laced with uncertainty.

Heo Do-gyeong chuckled softly. “It will. Trust me.”

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“How can that… how can that possibly fit?”

“It fit before, didn’t it?”

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“Still…”

Seeing Kang I-won’s reluctance, Heo Do-gyeong’s tone softened, a hint of dejection creeping into his voice. “If you really don’t want to, we don’t have to. I don’t want to force you.”

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Hearing the sorrow in his voice, Kang I-won found himself unable to refuse. The forlorn look in Heo Do-gyeong’s eyes struck a chord deep within him. How could he possibly turn him down now?

Besides, this was something Kang I-won wanted as well. They had done it before, and he had managed. Surely, it would be fine this time too.

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After a moment of hesitation, Kang I-won squeezed his eyes shut and spoke firmly.

“No… let’s do it. I want to.”

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“Really? Just so you know, if you change your mind now, I’m not stopping.”

“Yeah. Let’s do it.”

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As soon as Kang I-won gave his permission, Heo Do-gyeong captured his lips once more, this time devouring them as if he couldn’t get enough. From the tongue entwined with his, Kang I-won could feel Heo Do-gyeong’s energy seeping through, warm and overwhelming.

The kiss was slower and more deliberate than before, though no less intense. Every time Heo Do-gyeong’s tongue brushed against the sensitive inner lining of Kang I-won’s mouth or pulled lightly at his own, a faint heat spread downward. The energy passing through their shared touch relaxed Kang I-won’s previously tense body, loosening his rigid muscles little by little.

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Noticing Kang I-won’s softened expression, Heo Do-gyeong reached up to brush aside his bothersome bangs. His hand, however, didn’t stop there—it moved downward, pausing as it reached Kang I-won’s chest.

Kang I-won’s legs twitched involuntarily as the hand descended, but Heo Do-gyeong’s touch lingered on his chest. With his palm resting there, he began gently caressing the flat expanse, his fingers eventually finding and teasing a small, stiffened nub.

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Why is he touching me there? Confused, Kang I-won darted his gaze downward, only for Heo Do-gyeong to pull back from their kiss and ask, “What’s wrong?”

“Why are you… touching me there?”

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“Because I want to,” Heo Do-gyeong replied matter-of-factly.

“There’s nothing there to touch, though.”

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“What do you mean there’s nothing? It’s right here.”

As if to emphasize his point, Heo Do-gyeong gave Kang I-won’s chest a light squeeze. The firm yet soft texture beneath his palm was so enjoyable that he felt he could keep touching it all day without getting bored. His gaze drifted to the faintly pink bud nestled against pale skin, and he couldn’t stop the way his mouth watered at the sight.

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Without hesitation, he lowered his head and let his tongue flick over the rosy nipple.

Kang I-won’s skin tasted as soft as it looked. The unfamiliar sensation on his chest made Kang I-won shiver, and he instinctively pushed against Heo Do-gyeong’s shoulders.

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“W-wait a second! Why are you licking me there?”

“Because it looks delicious?”

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“It doesn’t taste like anything!”

“Do you not like it? Should I stop?”

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Kang I-won hesitated. It wasn’t that he disliked it, but the sensation was so foreign that it left him unsure. With a reluctant nod, he signaled for Heo Do-gyeong to stop.

Though his gaze lingered longingly on Kang I-won’s chest for a moment, Heo Do-gyeong pulled back without complaint. He had no intention of forcing anything Kang I-won wasn’t comfortable with.

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Instead, his hands traveled lower, brushing over the scars that crossed Kang I-won’s abdomen. His fingers traced the rough, jagged marks left behind by old wounds, their texture standing out starkly against the smoothness of his skin.

“…It’s ugly, isn’t it?” Kang I-won murmured.

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“Not at all,” Heo Do-gyeong replied softly before pressing a gentle kiss to one of the scars. The tenderness in his actions, as if he cherished even these imperfections, made Kang I-won hide his face in his hands, unable to bear the overwhelming emotions surging through him.

After placing a few more kisses along the scars, Heo Do-gyeong straightened and squeezed some l*bricant into his palm. Warming the cool gel with his own body heat, he whispered gently, “Let me know if it hurts or feels uncomfortable.”

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“Yeah.”

“And, spread your legs a bit more.”

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At Heo Do-gyeong’s low voice, Kang I-won’s face flushed a deep red. Heo Do-gyeong’s hand carefully reached between Kang I-won’s cautiously spread legs. At the damp sensation of the gel, Kang I-won flinched slightly.

“Is it cold?”

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Kang I-won shook his head. In response, the fingers that had been lingering near the entrance cautiously began to invade the inside. His body, relaxed from the guiding, easily accommodated one of Heo Do-gyeong’s fingers. The gel, more than abundant, made the insertion smooth. Even the second finger slid in effortlessly. However, when the third finger was inserted, Kang I-won’s body finally flinched slightly, as if it was a bit tight.

“Does it hurt?”

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“…….”

Kang I-won silently shook his head, his face flushed red. Without a word, Heo Do-gyeong kissed Kang I-won again, gently loosening the inner walls. He had no intention of causing the same harm as before. This time, he planned to take his time and ease the tension carefully.

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His fingers moved rhythmically, rubbing and stretching the hot, soft inner walls without pause, repeating the motion to gradually widen the space. The generous amount of gel aided the process. Without Kang I-won’s regeneration ability to complicate things, it was much easier to create space than before. The heat inside seemed to melt the gel, and with every movement of Heo Do-gyeong’s fingers, faint, slick sounds filled the air. The sound made not only Kang I-won’s ears burn red but also Heo Do-gyeong’s.

Feeling his mouth dry up, Heo Do-gyeong licked his lips with his tongue. The urge to quickly fill the space with himself and move was almost unbearable, but it wasn’t time yet. He needed to make it a bit more prepared. To suppress his impatience, Heo Do-gyeong peppered kisses all over Kang I-won’s face. The sight of Kang I-won scrunching up his face slightly in embarrassment was utterly endearing.

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As Heo Do-gyeong’s kisses continued, Kang I-won hesitated for a moment before speaking.

“When… when are you going to put it in?”

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Kang I-won, unable to hide his embarrassment, asked, his voice tinged with faint excitement at the end of his question. It wasn’t just Heo Do-gyeong who was eager; Kang I-won felt the same way. Swallowing hard, Heo Do-gyeong replied in a deliberately calm tone.

“Just a little more preparation. Otherwise, it might tear.”

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“I’m fine.”

“Just a bit more, please.”

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However, Kang I-won’s impatient expression chipped away at Heo Do-gyeong’s restraint. The temptation to give in to Kang I-won’s permission and thrust himself inside was strong, but he held back. Instead, his fingers moved more swiftly, working to prepare the inner walls.

The tips of Heo Do-gyeong’s fingers pressed and stimulated the sensitive inner walls, carefully releasing his energy to ensure everything was soft and smooth enough to avoid any tearing. Only after he was certain that Kang I-won was fully prepared did his fingers finally withdraw.

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Heo Do-gyeong wasted no time tearing open the packaging and rolling a condom onto his length. Now fully aroused, his partially erect member from earlier seemed even more intimidating than before.

Heo Do-gyeong grasped his length, aligning the tip with the entrance. Despite this not being the first time, his heart pounded so hard it felt like it might burst.

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“Hyung, I’m going to put it in.”

“…Yeah.”

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The slick tip, coated with gel, pressed against the entrance. As he pushed in steadily, the opening quivered and gradually began to accept him bit by bit.

“…Ugh.”

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No matter how much preparation had been done, accommodating Heo Do-gyeong’s size was still a challenge. Even Heo Do-gyeong seemed to find it difficult, his brows furrowing slightly. Yet, he didn’t stop. His thick, elongated length steadily pushed forward, leaving no room for hesitation. The unfamiliar sensation of flesh stretching tightly around him was overwhelming.

“Ugh…”

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“Does it hurt?”

As Kang I-won let out a soft groan at the strange, full sensation inside, Heo Do-gyeong paused and asked with concern. Kang I-won, embarrassed, covered his face with his hands and shook his head. Without hesitation, Heo Do-gyeong gently lowered Kang I-won’s hands, kissed his face tenderly, and resumed the slow, deliberate motion of entering.

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The gradual insertion continued until Kang I-won’s inner walls completely enveloped Heo Do-gyeong’s length. The sight of the opening stretched taut to its limit, gripping him down to the base, was mesmerizing.

“Does it feel uncomfortable or hurt anywhere?”

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It hurt. From the moment that massive thing entered him, it was almost suffocating. Yet, as Heo Do-gyeong’s length slowly pushed deeper, a maddening itch began to build in Kang I-won’s lower abdomen, driving him crazy.

His subconscious craved stronger stimulation. The careful pace Heo Do-gyeong maintained was almost torturous in its patience. Unable to hold back his frustration, Kang I-won spoke in a slightly irritable tone, urging him on.

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“It doesn’t hurt. So… just hurry up. Please.”

At Kang I-won’s urging, Heo Do-gyeong began to move his hips. The excessive amount of gel used earlier made the sound of friction between his length and Kang I-won’s inner walls almost loud enough to echo.

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