Necromancer Survival

Hoseok, was a HaHae executive.

     The problem, though, is the impact of their confrontation on me.

     “That’s why the investigation scope has increased; a notice has been sent to our side detailing a future visit from an investigator.
After all, the date of Park Hoseok’s death overlaps with the time we spent in Jeju Island.”

     “Huh? Then…Wouldn’t we be at a disadvantage if I say something wrong?”

     We committed illegal deeds and I was an accessory to murder, so I used to sweat at the mention of the investigation agency.
Still, I took relief in the fact that no one came to me directly.
However, the mention of an investigator’s visit had cleared up my drowsiness; I felt my heart pounding.

     Kim Olim, who saw my anxious expression, continued, as if to soothe me.
“They probably won’t investigate you intensely.
They probably will think that you couldn’t even touch a strand of hair on Park Hoseok’s head with your ability.”

     “That’s right, Lee-kyung-ah.
You’re shabby, remember?” Jung Garam giggled.
“No matter what they ask, it’s enough to just say ‘I can’t do that sort of thing?'” I couldn’t tell if he was trying to tease me or help me relax; nevertheless, I calmed down a little bit.
The thought of my lousy skills being some help made me laugh.

     However, when I saw the notice that Kim Olim had placed on the table, I felt strangely anxious yet again.

     “Originally, you should have attended immediately after summoning Woo Ragi, but it was postponed since you were admitted to the hospital.
Within the next week, orders for you to attend will arrive.
There will probably be the expected usual questions, so we’ll practice speaking formally.
Your alibi has already been created by Koo Hui-seo.”

     “Whew… Alright.”

     Fortunately, Koo Hui-seo and the Red Lotus members had fabricated my alibi, creating a schedule of my day.
I received the paper, intending to memorize it until my scheduled investigation attendance date.

      As soon as Kim Olim finished her explanation, her expression became a little stiff.
She started a new topic with a chilly tone, “Ryu Hyerin also returned from abroad.”

     I paused in the middle of neatly folding the paper I had received; I looked towards Seo Dawon reflexively.
He listened to the Paladin, chin in hand, without blinking… The issue was that someone else looked at Seo Dawon like I did.

     It was Woo Ragi.

     Woo Ragi stared at Seo Dawon; when he turned his head, I could see his complicated expression.
My mouth suddenly felt dry.

     ‘As expected, those two… Hah, damn… Then, why did Ryu Hyerin betray Seo Dawon?’

     No matter how Seo Dawon maintained his poker face, my heart strings couldn’t help but be tugged because the mage’s closest friend looked at him with such a meaningful expression.

However, since I couldn’t hold onto Seo Dawon and demand answers, I bowed my head calmly.

     Kim Olim calmly continued to speak when silence fell over the table.
“Also, the first paparazzi photo taken of Ryu Hyerin after she returned from abroad was at a hotel restaurant with Bae Jaemin.
So, the media, lured day in and day out by rumors of Bae Jaemin and Ryu Hyerin’s romantic relationship, is going crazy.
The rumors have even been pushing back news coverage on Park Hoseok’s murder case.”

      “What?!” I instinctively kicked my feet and sprung out of my seat at the shocking news.

     Was this lady, Ryu Hyerin, insane? No, she had betrayed Seo Dawon, but… How could she do that? Did she really not feel an ounce of remorse for Seo Dawon?

     “Mm, well they’ve denied the romantic rumors for now, so… Calm yourself and sit down.
You’re a bit too agitated.”

     As soon as Kim Olim pointed out my behavior, I sat down again.
My face flushed red.

     As I took a seat, I sneakily glanced around at the others.
Jung Garam bit his lips, holding back his laughter; Woo Ragi did not attempt to hide his contemptful expression.
And…I saw Seo Dawon who smiled momentarily when our eyes met.
The mage turned to look back at Kim Olim again.

     God, I’m so embarrassed.

      “However, it’s quite meaningful that they keep exposing themselves to the paparazzi.
Those in the know would already have realized this, but Users aren’t easily exposed by the paparazzi.
If they really didn’t want to be caught in the open, they could have blocked the media’s presence.
I think he’s using them purposefully.”

     “I-I see…” Complicated feelings rising up within me, I looked at the picture in the article that Kim Olim had uploaded onto her tablet.

     Ryu Hyerin’s happy smile and face could clearly be seen, even though the photo was taken from far away.
Seo Dawon hadn’t paid any attention to the photo, but I couldn’t tear my eyes away until the screen was turned off.