I Became a Villain's Hero [Complete]

Chapter 9: Villain Luna (4)

"Come again tomorrow."

I spoke to Song Soo-yeon as she finished her meal.

She seemed a bit more subdued since eating.

Perhaps the meal had helped her calm her mind.

In fact, it would be strange if she didn't show any stress after being harassed.

".....Even if you keep this up, I won't like you, you know?"

Song Soo-yeon said to me.

I honestly couldn't tell what kind of 'liking' she was referring to.

If it's romantic, it's irrelevant.

I have no such feelings for her.

...But if she means not even liking me as a person... that's a bit disappointing.

Wouldn't it be natural to feel some gratitude?

Can't she just treat me like a friend?

I am still lonely, after all.

...Of course, for Solace's sake, I'll work on rehabilitating Song Soo-yeon.

If she turns into a villain, it would be a huge burden for Solace.

A beat later, I respond to her.

".....It doesn't matter."

"....Seriously. Making a face like you're upset and then saying that..."

"No, really. It doesn't matter. Do as you wish. Just come again tomorrow for a meal."

After all, there's no one else but her who can help.

And no one else comes to my restaurant anyway.

".........You really live like a pushover, mister."

She never says thank you until the end.

".........Loser."

I blurt out something to her without realizing it.

Song Soo-yeon's reaction was explosive.

"What, what did you say?!"

"Oh, nothing."

I step back as she reacts with such liveliness.

Song Soo-yeon's face turned red, but she didn't pursue my words further.

It seemed like she also realized that it's pointless to provoke each other further.

She soon packed her things, ready to leave.

There were still many things about her that intrigued me, but our relationship wasn't close enough for deeper conversations.

Without a word, she turned and walked towards the restaurant's entrance.

I began cleaning the bowl of black bean noodles she had completely emptied.

Today, like before, I received no thanks from her, in fact, I only got scolded.

But if Solace saw this, she would probably clap her hands and be happy.

With that thought, I moved with a lighter heart.

"......?"

But then I noticed Song Soo-yeon standing still at the restaurant door, not moving.

The door was open, but why wasn't she leaving?

"....What are you doing?"

No response to my question.