Chapter 55.2

Somewhere in Seoul, the duo eventually arrived at the location.

It was a modern building with no signage posted anywhere.

Although it was a large and stylish-looking building, it did not look like a pool villa in any way.

But once inside, the architecture was completely different from the outside.

The sound of the music that he couldn't hear at all from the outside boomed very loud, probably because they had installed good soundproofing.

And he could hear the sound of people laughing and talking.

He was a little late to the party since he had to say hello to Hwasun on her stream, so in the meantime, the party had already gotten into full swing.

"Let's go. They said it was on the third floor." "Yes."

As if she didn't know it would be a place like this, Jeong So-rim answered with a slight quiver in her voice.

Honestly, Lee Hyun-woo didn't know that the place would be like this either.

However, he pretended he knew what he was doing and resolutely took Jeong So-rim's hand and climbed up the stairs.

And as if the building was built only for entertainment and lodging purposes, after passing the first and second flights of stairs each with various facilities on them, a space designed with a modern interior unfolded before them.

It was a space that appeared to be able to accommodate 40 to 50 people comfortably.

Inside, seven pairs of men and women were playing in pairs.

What is the etymology of revelry?

It was a saying that came about when King Yeonsan of the Joseon Dynasty fell into ruin while playing with prostitutes, who back then were palace gisaeng. [T/N: women from a lower class who were trained to become professional artists.]

His older brothers and the girls that he had never seen before were playing just like that.

A few of the people who were sitting or standing in the room were properly dressed.

And all of the people who were properly dressed happened to be men.

The women gathered here were all naked.

Their clothes were scattered all over tables and sofas.

And on top of one of the tables was an open briefcase called the money bag.

Inside it were bundles of 50,000 won bills.

No matter how many notes were taken out so far, the case was still full.

"Huh?! Who is it?"

Someone shouted when they saw Lee Hyeon-woo and Jung So-rim enter the room

Her face was bright red and she was drunk.

However, at least one of the big shots deduced Lee Hyun-woo's identity.

"Unemployed? It's you, right? Are you here only now? It's pretty late."

"Yes. You're right. Hello, hyungs. I am Lee Hyeon-woo, or Baeksuking as I go by online."

"Uh, so it's unemployed! You are here! Come on, come on."

"Come on, brothers and sisters. Unemployed is new here, so let's liven up the atmosphere.

It's probably the first time for unemployed, so why don't we help him to adapt to this environment quickly? Everyone calm down and take a seat. Unemployed, come take a seat here."

The elders warmly welcomed Lee Hyun-woo.

It was natural for them to act like this.

For them, a friend with a lot of money had entered the group chat room, and there was no reason to refuse his entry and companionship.

He was not a competitor.

What they had was a relationship where they helped each other out, so obviously for them, it would have been nice if there had been more people in the group.

"Sorry, Mr. Hyeon-Woo... But… is it always like this…?"

Jeong So-rim, dragged by Lee Hyun-woo's hand, asked in a cautious but urgent tone.

If she had known it would be such a place, she would have never followed him here.

'This is not a place where they get together and have meetings… Isn't this a place to hang out like one of those decadent establishments or whore houses?'

This was something even Lee Hyun-woo had not been sure of.

He had heard that it would be fun, but even he was very surprised that it was almost like a sex party.

Still, he did not have too great a concern about this development.

'I don't need to worry at all. Because my girl won't be touched by anyone. There are a lot of other girls here in the first place, and there is no one in this room who is crazy enough to touch the partner I brought with me.'

This was a conversation he had had in the chat room before coming here.

When Lee Hyeon-woo was worried about taking a woman with him to the meeting, one of the big shots told him this.

"Don't worry. It's because the hyungs and the girls over there like each other. If you don't want to engage in any activities here, no one will force you to do so. And even if someone forces you, I will protect you."

"Ah yes..."

Even with Lee Hyeon-woo's reassurance, Jung So-rim felt conflicted.

She made a face as if she wanted to go back home right away.

Lee Hyeon-woo decided to ease her worries another way.

"See the money on the table over there?" "Huh? Yes, I can see it."

"Today, this place and that briefcase were all prepared by Jerry. He's going to spend all that money today. You don't need me to tell you who this money is going to be spent on, right?"

"Ah..."

The troubled look instantly disappeared from Jeong So-rim's face.

What was the reason for having fought with her boyfriend and following Hyunwoo Lee?

It was money.

It was because of the money she needed to save up for her marriage.

And now, there were dozens of bundles of 50,000 won bills on the table.

Since a bundle would be equal to 5 million won, there appeared to be much more than 100 million or 200 million won in it.

"What are you guys whispering about over there? Come on over here. Hurry. You should drink three cups for coming late, haha."

"Ah, brother, are you going to do that to him haha? What if he gags? Unemployed, have you ever drank whiskey? Why not drink from this cup to match our pace? All of it in one go!"

They didn't prepare three shot glasses.

It was just one glass that was the size of three shot glasses.

Whiskey that looked refreshing was presented to Lee Hyeon-woo and Jung So-rim.

"Yes! I will drink!"

Lee Hyeon-woo took the glass enthusiastically.

And he poured it down into his mouth right away.

He could feel strong liquor going down his throat and burning it.

Jung So-rim, who watched the sight, also carefully picked up the glass.

And then she swallowed it in one gulp.

No, she was going to swallow it, but—

"Ugh...!"

The drink was too bitter, tasted poisonous, and was burning her insides on the way down.

It wasn't that Jung So-rim had never drunk western liquor, but it was the first time she had ever drunk that much.

It was so strong and bitter that she couldn't swallow it all at once.

Then, someone shouted at Jeong So-rim.

"Do another shot for 5 million won!"

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