How to Seduce S-Class Hunters with Bungeoppang - Chapter 74

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【Chapter 74】
As I packed my belongings at the Dormitory to move to Lee Hyun-woo’s residence, a heaviness settled in one corner of my heart.
“Are you really going to a new place?”
“Yeah, this place is dangerous, so I’m moving somewhere safer.”
Once the situation was resolved, I planned to return immediately, so I’d only packed essentials—yet the suitcase was already full. As I dragged the large luggage past the Management Bureau, it happened.
“Sob, Hunter! You’re really leaving?”
Kang Geon, my Trainer Teacher, came rushing over with tears streaming down his muscular face. Seeing such a powerfully built man on the verge of crying tugged at my own heartstrings.
“Just when I thought muscle was finally forming over that soft flesh! What a waste of such talent!”
So he wasn’t sad about me leaving—he was upset about my muscles disappearing?
“…I’ll keep training on my own whenever I have time.”
“That’s a promise! At least 200 squats a day—don’t forget!”
I locked pinky fingers with him to seal the promise. The Hunters who frequently visited the Shop also saw my luggage and offered words of consolation, expressing their regret.
After exchanging reluctant farewells with everyone, I checked my phone. The screen was filled with worried messages stacked high.
[Ha-neul, it’s the Beauty Salon Owner. If you need help, just say the word anytime.]
[Don’t mind what people say. As long as you hold your head high, there’s nothing wrong with it. You know? -The Sign Shop Owner-]
These were the Neighbors who had stood by me more than anyone when my parents’ old Shop was taken away by the landlord and I was forced to leave. The Beauty Salon Owner, the Sign Shop Owner, the Cafe Owner—despite considerable time having passed, they reached out first upon hearing my news.
Their heartfelt comfort made my chest swell with emotion. After replying to each one, I finally called Joo Won, the manager of the Busan Branch 2.
-Boss, I heard the news.
“I’m sorry, Joo Won. Because of the Main Branch situation, the Branch 2 is suffering damage too….”
The controversy at the Main Branch had spread to Busan in an instant. I conveyed that it would be best for Branch 2 to close temporarily as well. I was worried that place might face terrorism too.
-Don’t apologize! It’s not your fault, boss. Actually, I wanted a break anyway, so it’s fine. The Busan Sea is really beautiful. Ha ha!
“…Thank you for saying that.”
I let out a small laugh at his joke. Joo Won cleared his throat and spoke in a serious voice.
-Don’t worry too much. The truth always comes to light. For now, think of this as a temporary recharge and get plenty of rest.
At his calm reassurance, I bit my lip firmly and nodded. Right, it’s not like I’m leaving forever, is it? I shouldn’t be so sad.
“I’ll think of it as a long vacation. Then there’s nothing to be sad about!”
After wiping away my tears, I left the Management Bureau with Ha-nyang, walking briskly. After walking for a while, I spotted a gray sedan parked on the side of the road in the distance. Approaching cautiously and opening the door, I saw Lee Hyun-woo sitting in the driver’s seat.
“You went through the trouble of coming. I should have at least carried your luggage for you….”
“No, it’s better if other people don’t know where I’m going.”
I didn’t want to show anyone seeing me leave with Lee Hyun-woo. It was because reporters were still stationed around the Management Bureau.
“From now on, you can relax a bit. I’ve confirmed there are no watching eyes in the vicinity.”
With his words, the car quietly departed. Ha-nyang jumped onto my lap and settled in. I stroked her soft fur while gazing out the window. Even though I thought I’d return soon, something felt strange.
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“So this is… your Official Residence?”
After driving for just over an hour, we arrived at a luxury residence surrounded by forest on the Seoul Outskirts. Passing through the high walls and stringent security system, a breathtaking sight unfolded before me.
“Oh, this is on a completely different level from where you’ve been living, meow!”
“…Yeah.”
The spacious Living Room was decorated as neatly as a model house. A plush sofa, a marble table, and soft lighting—I opened my mouth slightly at the unexpectedly sophisticated interior design.
“You can stay on the Second Floor, Hunter Ha-neul.”
Following his guidance up the interior staircase to the Second Floor, Ha-nyang, who had been sitting quietly in my arms, suddenly leaped down and scampered off.
“There’s a space for me too, meow!”
Ha-nyang bolted toward a massive cat tower positioned right before the staircase. Beside the floor-to-ceiling solid wood structure stood an enormous cat wheel that spun like a hamster wheel. Ha-nyang leaped with unbridled joy, scaling the cat tower’s peak in a single bound.
“…When did you prepare all of this?”
“I rushed to order it before you arrived. I couldn’t bear the thought of you being uncomfortable.”
Lee Hyun-woo touched the back of his head bashfully. I stared at him blankly before asking.
“What would you have done if I’d refused to come with you? What about all these furnishings?”
At my question, his eyes blinked. His expression suggested he’d never once imagined such a scenario.
“…Truth be told, I hadn’t thought that far ahead.”
“Pardon? How could you—”
“I simply had to prepare the safest possible place for you to stay.”
His simple, unwavering answer made me laugh. So this is how an S-Rank Hunter’s mind works? And to think he’d ordered all these furnishings brand new.
“Your room is this way. I plan to stay here instead of the dormitory for the time being, so please don’t hesitate to tell me if you need anything.”
The room he showed me was as comfortable as a luxury hotel suite. The moment I collapsed onto the plush bed, tension melted away and drowsiness washed over me.
‘I should unpack my things.’
The thought flickered through my mind, but my body buried in the quilts refused to budge. I savored the safe haven Lee Hyun-woo had prepared and surrendered to a sweet slumber I hadn’t enjoyed in far too long.
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“Mm, where am I….”
Brilliant sunlight forced my eyes open, revealing an unfamiliar ceiling. After a moment of confusion, I remembered—this was Lee Hyun-woo’s home.
“Oh! The shop opening!”
I instinctively reached for my phone to check the time, then stopped. Right, our shop is closed.
This had been repeating for days now. Closing the shop against my will wasn’t something I could easily adapt to.
‘Lee Hyun-woo must have already left for work.’
The silence suggested he’d gone out. I picked up my phone, then set it back down. While staying here, I didn’t want to see the harsh comments flooding the internet.
“Finally awake, meow?”
Ha-nyang pushed open the door and bounded onto the bed. Come to think of it, Ha-nyang must resent my closing the shop. I’d asked her to bestow blessings on so many Hunters….
“Ha-nyang, I’m sorry.”
“Sorry for what, meow?”
“For closing the shop on my own. I should have persevered somehow….”
I pulled Ha-nyang close and murmured. I’d wanted to grow the shop and feed so many people, yet instead my reputation had only darkened. But Ha-nyang pressed her jelly-soft paw pads against my cheek.
“Don’t talk nonsense, meow. You’re doing more than enough, meow.”
“But I can’t open the shop right now.”
“Don’t worry, meow. There’s always a way, meow.”
A way? I lifted my head as Ha-nyang grinned wickedly.
“Open a shop in a new location, meow!”
“Come on, what are you saying? My face and the shop’s name are already all over the place—where would I even do business? Unless I flee overseas, it’s impossible.”
I shook my head weakly. In this narrow country of South Korea, even running away had its limits. Did I really have to just wait for public opinion to turn?
“Sigh, I don’t know. Should we at least have breakfast?”
I headed downstairs with Ha-nyang. When I checked the refrigerator, my eyes widened at the variety of ingredients—so different from when I first arrived.
‘The ingredients are quite diverse. Did he order them in advance?’
Perhaps he’d felt sorry seeing me skip meals these past few days due to lack of appetite. As I gazed at the refrigerator with grateful eyes, the foyer door lock clicked open with a soft beep.
“Huh? It’s only ten o’clock…?”
It was far too early for the landlord to be home from work. I was hastily concealing myself, preparing for any unforeseen situation.
“…Lee Hyun-woo?”
Dressed in casual clothes unlike his usual attire, he gazed at me with evident approval, his lips curving into a relaxed smile.
“You’re awake. Have you had breakfast?”
“Not yet. But more importantly, what time is it…? Did you perhaps forget something?”
“No. I took an urgent leave of absence.”
He answered casually as he removed his jacket. My eyes widened at the sudden news of his vacation.
“Are you sure that’s alright? If an S-Rank Hunter takes time off, won’t the Management Bureau go into chaos…?”
“Ha, it’s fine. I haven’t taken vacation in quite some time.”
He said he’d given the Director strict orders—’Do not contact me unless an S-Rank Gate opens in the immediate future.’ It was essentially a strike.
“Normally, I wouldn’t have taken vacation at all, but I was concerned about you being alone, Ha-neul.”
Before I knew it, he’d drawn closer and extended his hand toward me.
“If you don’t mind, would you share your time with me? I’d like to go on that picnic for just the two of us that you promised me before.”
“…Right now?”
He mentioned he’d already scouted a location. After a moment’s hesitation, I nodded. Once I’d made simple preparations, we arrived at our destination, which was none other than…
“This is the Gate Entrance!?”
Lee Hyun-woo nodded as if questioning what the problem was. Watching him wear that supremely satisfied smile, Ha-nyang shook her head in exasperation.
“That human clearly has no idea what a picnic actually is, meow.”

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