Chapter 91
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The state of the world continued to change.
The change gradually spread across the globe, like paint seeping into water.
[(Breaking News) Russia, Gate Failure near the Arctic spirals out of control.]
[The occurrence rate of high-grade dungeons continues to increase.]
[B-rank Hunter Kim Wan decides to naturalize in China.]
[Japan successfully conquers an S-rank dungeon but suffers numerous hunter casualties.]
Every day, news and media outlets poured out articles related to the gates.
In this situation, countries and guilds across the world were eager for talent.
And in such circumstances.
A rising star appeared in Korea.
Go Areum.
She was still D-rank, but her promotion speed was phenomenal. Moreover, she was a supporter.
The rumours about her quickly spread, stimulating many guilds.
Numerous organizations tried to contact her…
[U-Um, I’m part of Professor Si-hyun’s team!]
She firmly rejected all of them.
At the same time, interest in the individual named Professor Si-hyun also increased.
“She’s the one who attended Hunter Kang Chul-min’s special lecture, right?”
“I heard her lectures are extraordinary, too.”
Information released about her was very limited.
However, there were some common points.
She had an exotic appearance and exceptional abilities.
Many people swallowed nervously.
And then, Monday.
“W-What?! A party invitation?!”
While lounging around at home, Areum received a special invitation from the Hunter Management Bureau.
It was none other than an invitation to Hunter Kim Ji-a’s promotion celebration party.
The event was intended to encourage and spotlight promising talents like Areum.
After ending the call, Areum furrowed her brow with a confused expression.
Hunter Kim Ji-a’s celebration party.
A party. A party. A party. She had nothing to wear.
She had never bought such clothing, let alone worn it.
The only person who could help her right now was… Professor Si-hyun!
Since Professor Si-hyun was also acquainted with Hunter Kim Ji-a, it was the perfect choice!
Areum hastily typed on her phone.
-Professor! Please help me!
The reply came quickly.
-Huh? What’s the matter?
-Professor, you were invited to Hunter Kim Ji-a’s party too, right? I just got invited, but I have nothing to wear!
The ‘1’ indicating the message was unread quickly disappeared.
But unlike earlier, a reply didn’t come immediately.
-Are you busy…?
-No, I’m fine.
-I need to go shopping. Could you help me…?
-Oh, I see. Hold on…
Areum waited anxiously for the response with trembling hands.
An S-rank hunter’s celebration party… She didn’t own a single suitable outfit for such an occasion.
Time slowly ticked by.
One minute, two minutes.
After five minutes.
-I called for reinforcements! Let’s go together tomorrow evening.
-Wow! Thank you so much, Professor! You’re the best!
A positive reply came back.
Areum threw her hands up in the air, cheering silently.
* * *
By Tuesday evening.
Arriving early at the meeting place, Areum nervously glanced around, hunching her shoulders.
Seeing well-dressed people passing by, she couldn’t help but feel small and out of place.
‘…Will the new clothes even suit me?’
Areum shrank back timidly.
It was then.
“Areum! Hello!”
A soft, beautiful voice called her name.
Areum’s face lit up as she turned toward the sound.
“Huh…?”
With a puzzled expression, she took off her glasses, rubbed her eyes, and put them back on.
Then she carefully examined the face of the person accompanying the professor.
The person wearing a pressed-down hat. That person was…
‘…Hunter Kim Ji-a?!’
The reinforcement turned out to be the very star of the promotion party!
It was an identity she hadn’t expected at all.
Startled, Areum’s eyes widened.
“So this is the disciple you mentioned?”
“Yes, that’s right.”
Si-hyun smiled warmly as she introduced Ji-a and Areum to each other.
After the introductions, Ji-a spoke in a gentle voice.
“Already D-rank? That’s impressive.”
“N-No! It’s all thanks to Professor Si-hyun! And please, feel free to speak casually!”
Flustered by the compliment, Areum’s face turned red as she babbled out a response.
Nodding with a smile, Ji-a continued her conversation with Si-hyun.
“Why couldn’t Si-yoon come?”
“She said today’s her punishment broadcast.”
“Ah, I see. By the way, you finally revealed it. I thought you’d hide it forever.”
“I didn’t reveal it; it was uncovered.”
“Right, right.”
Si-hyun and Ji-a exchanged friendly banter.
Areum stared blankly at the two, lost in thought.
* * *
“How about this one?”
“I-It looks nice!”
“Areum, you’re so pretty that everything suits you.”
“Hehe…”
The group leisurely shopped in a branded store.
Ji-a and Areum chatted away as they browsed clothes together.
Si-hyun, standing a bit off to the side, watched them.
‘I’m so glad Ji-a came to help.’
This was definitely her weak spot.
She had never been interested in fashion, but ignoring a student in need wasn’t an option.
Thanks to Ji-a, she was saved.
“Si-hyun, aren’t you going to pick out an outfit for yourself?”
When Areum finished shopping.
Ji-a asked in an eager voice.
Si-hyun answered with a hesitant expression.
“…Not really? I’ll just wear a suit.”
“Aw, don’t be like that. Let’s pick something new, okay?”
Ji-a quickly read Si-hyun’s hesitation.
“I just want to match designs with you. Can’t we?”
“…Hmm.”
“And if we match colors, it’d be even better! It’s not every day we get a party like this, so I want to enjoy it properly.”
“…Alright.”
The desire to enjoy the party properly was a powerful argument.
In the end, Si-hyun surrendered.
“Good decision! Areum, what about you?”
“M-Me too! I’d love to watch!”
“Great. Let’s go!”
The three of them got into Ji-a’s car and headed to a high-end brand shop.
Ji-a confidently chose the store without hesitation.
The Management Bureau channeled funds to Si-hyun through Ji-a, so Ji-a knew the extent of Si-hyun’s financial capability.
Even with extravagant spending, there was plenty to spare.
Si-hyun, too, had no concerns about money.
But the real problem lay elsewhere.
“How about this?”
“…It’s a bit revealing.”
“Then what about this one?”
“…Does it really have to be a dress?”
Ji-a’s suggestions were risky.
They were undeniably beautiful and stunning outfits to look at.
But wearing them herself?
‘…It’s embarrassing.’
Si-hyun looked at Ji-a with trembling eyes.
Ji-a met her gaze with a cheerful smile.
‘Though I understand her consideration…’
The outfits weren’t overly revealing.
It was just that she wasn’t used to wearing such clothes, so she felt a sense of reluctance.
Trying to control her expression, Si-hyun turned her gaze toward Areum.
Her eyes were sparkling as she watched from the side.
‘She seems more excited about this than I am…?’
The intensity of Areum’s gaze was almost palpable.
Was she already picturing Si-hyun wearing the dress in her head?
Awkwardly smiling, Si-hyun redirected her gaze back to the outfits.
“…Hoo.”
Alright, let’s give it a try!
She had decided to put in consistent effort!
She had worn bright dresses before, so why not something like this?
Si-hyun summoned her courage.
In front of her student, she always wanted to appear cool and radiant.
“Ji-a, what kind of outfit are you planning to wear?”
“Want me to show you a picture?”
“Yeah.”
With Si-hyun’s attitude turning more proactive, the shopping trip progressed smoothly.
Riding the momentum, she purchased simple accessories.
And beyond that.
‘…I didn’t think I’d go this far.’
She even ended up buying high heels.
Back home, Si-hyun carefully placed the box containing the shoes on the floor with trembling hands.
Then, exhausted from shopping, she collapsed onto the sofa to recover.
She decided to think about tomorrow’s matters tomorrow and focus on resting for now.
* * *
A week passed in the blink of an eye.
Hunter Kim Ji-a’s promotion to S-rank, attended by officials from the World Hunter Association, concluded without any issues.
Ji-a was officially registered as an S-rank Hunter and solidified her reputation as South Korea’s strongest Spearman.
This was a status no one could dispute.
Meanwhile, Si-hyun.
To prepare for the party the next day, she started practicing at home.
“Pfft! unni, what is that?”
“Hey, stop laughing. I’m being serious here.”
Despite Si-hyun’s stern tone, Si-yoon couldn’t stop clutching her stomach as she laughed uncontrollably.
“No, seriously, unni! How can I not laugh at this?”
“Please…”
Si-hyun, her face as red as a strawberry, yelled in frustration.
She carefully moved her feet.
Even taking a few steps was difficult, as she struggled to maintain balance.
It was all because of the 8cm thin heels.
“unni, why are you walking like you’re injured? You’re not planning to do that at the party, are you?”
“I-I’ll get used to it soon! Just wait and see!”
Si-yoon continued teasing her sister relentlessly.
She knew her sister would quickly adapt.
But since this was her first time wearing heels, it was the perfect moment to poke fun.
“Careful, unni! You’re going to trip like that!”
“…You’re saying that, but you’re just standing there doing nothing.”
“Pfft!”
Si-hyun glared at her sister, who was sitting still and only moving her mouth.
Of course, it had no effect.
With a light sigh, Si-hyun took another step forward.
Once again, her feet twisted, and she stumbled.
“…I’m sealing these shoes away as soon as the party’s over.”
“Aww, that’s a waste! Your legs look amazing right now! The heels really make them look long and slender.”
“What’s the point when they’re this uncomfortable?”
“You’ll get used to it in no time.”
“Of course, I’ll adapt eventually…”
Pouting slightly, Si-hyun replied, her lips forming a small pout, as she carefully moved her feet in the heels.
Seeing her, Si-yoon burst into laughter again.
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