If I became associated with her, others might find out that I’m an ability user. Even worse, my identity as a dungeon explorer might also be revealed. Mm, I still couldn’t believe that I told Su Ye-Eun that I was a dungeon explorer. What was I thinking? I could only hope that she wouldn’t betray the person who saved her life.

“Kang Shin. Kang Shin,” I said stiltedly.

“Yeah, hi.”

I tried to turn away again, but this time, she held onto my arm.

“Hey, stop!”

“Why are you avoiding me?” she asked indignantly.

“Put your hand on your chest and ask yourself.”

“…Pervert.”

“Can I hit you just once?”

Su Ye-Eun let go of my arm then asked in an even quieter voice.

“I want to know what your ability is.”

I grumbled, “I don’t want to know yours.”

“…Do you hate me?”

“Now you know?”

“Why?”

“You’re a bother.”

This time, she didn’t grab onto my arm. I wondered if I was being too harsh, but soon after I knew I wasn’t. Su Ye-Eun was still following me.

I asked out of exasperation, “Are you picking a figh...