"Three percent?"

I felt stuffy.

"No? Eight percent?"

I could breathe.

It wasn't just me. Everyone gasped.

An eight percent start was okay. Considering the number of viewers that would tune in within the hour, we should be able to hit double digits at least. From there, we could slowly gnaw away at other broadcasting companies' dramas…

"Six percent? Six like 666?{1} Huh? 11 percent?"

"Hey, you 666 bastard! What are you saying?"

Dried squid, peanuts, and curses were thrown at the man.

Someone took the lead and shouted,

"Do you want to see someone die of anxiety?!"

"The master control room is really noisy right now! I can't hear them well!"

"So what is it?"

"11 percent!"

"Hey, listen properly!"

"It IS 11 percent!"

The chaotic commotion in the bar died down.

"… What did you say?"

"11 percent! One one!"

The production assistant shouted.

"The real-time graph is sharply increasing!"

***

{'Royal Family' 14.1%! It overtook 'Crappy Car's falling ratings to take first place!}

{Breaking its own record, 'Royal Family' Second Episode 16% Ratings!}

{Thanks to the star-studded cast? 20 million viewers tune in during 'Royal Family'!}

{Royal Family, about to hit 20% by its fourth episode! A frightening rise!}

"It's plastered on the newspaper columns again."

"There wasn't a drama with 20% ratings for a while now. The drama department is excited."

PBS's cafeteria.

The broadcasting team employees walked while continuing to talk.

"The entertainment department is making a fuss, telling us to get the Royal Family cast to appear on our show."

"Then our program probably won't even be able to bring it up."

"Ohohoh, isn't that Chief Jung Sunwoo? Right?"

The youngest writer pointed to the other side. It seemed like they had just finished eating as two men were walking towards them whilst having a friendly conversation. One was the chief producer of the drama department while the other was Chief Jung, who came up quite a bit in the news.

The second writer poked the producer's side.

"Producer! Lee Songha, get us Lee Songha!"

"Ah, just call them."

The producer shirked away, but the writers pushed his back.

"We were already rejected a hundred times on the phone! They might make an exception for you! The entertainment producers help their programs with casting through their connections!"

"You said that you did a program with Neptune when they were still unknown!"

"No, that's…"

"Chief Jung Sunwoo!"

The second writer quickly raised her hand.

Seeing him personally, Chief Jung Sunwoo seemed quite gentle despite his outer appearance.

However, he was quick to refuse.

"I'm sorry. We don't even have enough time to sleep."

"Yeah, our international star Lee Songha is busy these days!"

The chief producer patted Chief Jung Sunwoo's shoulder.

"Chief, we heard you work on a program with our producer?"

Chief Jung Sunwoo stared at the producer.

The producer's eyes trembled like there was an earthquake like he had something to hide.

Soon, Chief Jung Sunwoo opened his mouth.

"We did. It's been a while, producer."

"Uh, Chief Jung. I'm sorry about the past. That time, there was so much rain…"

"It's fine. Even though we were cut from the live broadcast, the video of them rehearsing in the rain and Songha falling helped improve their image."

The mood became strange. Including the chief producer and the second writer, the broadcasting team employees simply blinked as they listened to their conversation.

"Ah, th-that's right? In the end, it was helpful."

The producer stated awkwardly.

"The concept we're preparing is 'International Stars'. It'll be…"

"I'm sorry, we are simply too busy right now."

Chief Jung Sunwoo said with a smile.

"A day, no, can't you even make room for half a day?"

"Yes. There are schedules that were set months ago so we can't change them."

"Uh, if you're upset about what happened…"

"No, that's all in the past."

Still smiling, Chief Jung Sunwoo waved his hand and said goodbye before walking away. His refusal was without fault, but it left a strange icky feeling. The chief producer clicked his tongue and walked away with him.

The writers whispered quietly next to the red-faced producer.

"The one you both worked on was that campaign broadcast? The one where Neptune overexerted themselves in the rain and that was criticized as the broadcasting company abusing their power?"

"I would have rejected if I was Chief Jung as well."

The producer kicked the floor.

"He was all humble back when he was a road manager, yet he's changed because he's some bigshot now, huh?! He's so full of himself because everything he does ends up in a success. Someone like him needs to fail horribly one day!"

"That person's next project was Royal Family. The one with 20% ratings."

When the second writer gave him a pitying look, the producer shouted,

"There's that movie! I hope that flops horribly!"

*

Yeongdeungpo MA Cinema.

It was bustling with photographers, cameramen, and security guards in front of the VIP screening photo wall. A commotion even louder than when other celebrities passed by broke out.

"Uh, uh, the cast of Royal Family have arrived! Yoon Taekyung and Im Joowon!"

"Only Seo Eunkyo isn't here?"

Fingers were already rapidly tapping on their laptops. Articles went up within minutes.

{Even during this busy time, the 'Royal Family' cast shows their loyalty, but where is Seo Eunkyo?}

The photographers continued to press the shutter even after the two men had left the photo wall. Chief Jung Sunwoo, who came out to greet them, led them into the theatre.

"Please wait! Could we get a 5-minute-!"

An entertainment reporter, who rushed with his press card stretched out, was bounced away by a security guard. Other reporters, who were half-worried, half-expectant that the reporter got an exclusive interview, turned their gazes.

Soon, Jung Sunwoo's picture was framed on the portal site.

{Whatever he picks is a success? Chief Jung Sunwoo of W&U, is it 'luck or skill'?}

{When will Chief Jung Sunwoo's divine choices end? Showdown at 'Alive'}

"I think there'll be a ton of newsworthy stuff if we get close to Chief Jung."

"He used to come out to get-togethers in the past, but he doesn't show up anymore? Why is it harder to have a couple drink with a chief than a director?"

"Who is it? Park Woojeong of G-Today? Apparently, they became close while he was still a road manager and now she's hit jackpot. Why can't I have that much luck?"

"Who would have known Jung Sunwoo and Lee Songha would become this big in two years?"

The reporters sighed, consoling their regrets.

While they were talking, celebrities attending the screening were posted on portal sites as if showing off Alive's large scale. Their outfits, body, makeup, and even actions were dissected and filled the entertainment column.

"It's Neptune!"

Flashes erupted simultaneously.

Neptune, without Lee Songha, were walking up to the photo wall. When Im Seoyoung, who had her hair done up, waved her hand, the spectators shouted like they were at a consolation performance.

"They all came? I guess they are close?"

"Since Lee Songha's the only one who blew up, it's about time for some bad rumors to spread, isn't it?"

"Well, if you compare to when they were unknown two years ago, they blew up too. Lee Taehee's OST song{2} is first on the charts, and Im Seoyoung and LJ are regular members on an entertainment program and host their own radio show."

"I heard they were preparing for their next album. Will things fall apart if that fails?"

{All Neptune members attending the 'Alive' screening! Confirmed 'Loyalty' Idols!}

{Lee Taehee, whose 'Royal Family' OST swept through the charts on first place, appeared for the first time in a while!}

Chief Jung Sunwoo appeared again and brought them inside. The same reporter came rushing forward for an interview, but he was bounced away by the same security guard.

The returning reporter huffed while saying,

"Just you wait! If the movie screening reactions aren't good, I'll write a hundred articles criticizing it!"

*

Once the media movie screening ended, social media, movie, and entertainment communities posted their reviews.

-Finally, a 'not-embarrassing' Korean zombie movie appears. (Park Bumtae @3scene)

-While it's a feelgood movie with tons to see, it mixed in observations of the cruel nature of human society without it going stale. Looking good! (Shin Boyoung @kor-cine)

-At first, I only saw the actors rather than the background, but I became completely absorbed by the movie at some point. All the top actors on the poster are amazing. However, the scene-stealer was elsewhere. (Oh Hyunjin @film magazine)

-I thought there would nothing to eat at this rumored feast, but I hope people who have the same thoughts as me would go watch it. I am fully sated. There was even something that wasn't on the menu. That was amazing. (Lee Saechul @movie adventure)

*

A large, slick van finally found a place to park.

There were six people who got off the van and looked around the parking lot. Four middle-aged men and women and a man in his twenties. Finally, there was a female student with short-cut hair and a Mickey Mouse hoodie.

They were Nam Joyoon's family who had come to see Alive's paid screening.

The glasses-wearing middle-aged man, Nam Joyoon's father, approached the driver.

"Driver, thank you for bringing us all the way here. We were able to come here comfortably thanks to you, but I don't know if Joyoon paid you for your troubles."

"Don't worry and please enjoy the movie."

"You should watch this movie too. My son is in it."

"Of course, I have already bought tickets."

Nam Joyoon's father grinned when he heard the driver's response. His cheeks became rosy like he had a few drinks. Nam Joyoon's mother dragged him towards the elevator.

"Geez, you old man, act your age!"

"Ah, what's wrong? It's good if one more person comes to see!"

"I bet people will watch even if you don't? It's the most popular one right now."

The female student holding the elevator, Nam Joyoon's cousin, said.

"Really?"

"There are tons of internet articles about it too because famous actors are in it."

"Does Joyoon have any articles?"

Nam Joyoon's aunt, who was fixing her purple scarf, asked.

This time, Nam Joyoon's male cousin shook his head.

"Not one, mom. I already checked."

"That's not important. What's important is that he's appearing in such a big movie!"

Nam Joyoon's father said resolutely. The higher up they went, the brighter his smile became. The tip of his dress shoes tapped the floor like he was listening to music.

Nam Joyoon's mother shook her head at the sight.

"Haa, this old man can't contain himself."

"What about it?"

"You've never been so happy besides when you go out to drink."

His father kept tapping his shoes while laughing despite her scolding.

His mother's cheeks were slightly flushed as well.

MA Cinema was on the eighth floor. As soon as the elevator doors opened, the heat inside overwhelmed them. The smell of nutty popcorn, buttered squid, and nachos filled their noses. The theatre was bustling with hundreds of people.

Nam Joyoon's uncle looked around with a shocked face.

"Oh, it's crazy in here. We won't be able to find each other if we get lost."

"All theatres are like this, dad."

Nam Joyoon's female cousin glared at him.

"Don't you dare answer your phone in the theatres! I'm going to act like I don't know you!"

"Fine, throw your father away."

They slowly walked in.

Interviews at Alive's VIP screening played on the big screen on the wall. Alive's poster was displayed on the electronic ticketing system, and there was a huge display used to promote Alive.

They could hear loud noises coming from the box office.

"It is impossible to buy Alive tickets on site, dear client."

"There are more than four hundred seats, yet none are available?"

"They were completely sold out through pre-orders for this screening."

"They say they can't. Let's just see what we came here to watch."

"Ah, I really wanted to see this. The media's reviews say that this is really good."

"Highly reviewed movies are usually no fun anyways!"

Each station was bustling with people trying to purchase tickets for the screening.

People were chattering on while holding a few pamphlets from the display stand.

"Let's take a copy of the pamphlets. Look at Lee Kihwan. He's a feast for the eyes!"

"They have pictures of the cast. Park Saeryung and Lee Songha look so awesome."

Perking his ears, Nam Joyoon's father went to the display stand. Looking around, he grabbed an Alive pamphlet. The cover was Alive's movie poster, and inside were individual posters for the cast.

Carefully examining the pamphlet, Nam Joyoon's father grabbed a couple more.

Then his mother placed them in her purse.

"Brother-in-law, why are you taking them?"

"I want to take some home to commemorate this day. I want to show our family members who didn't get to come today and show other people as well."

At his words, Nam Joyoon's aunt flipped through a pamphlet.

"I wish Nam Joyoon's face would at least be on it, no matter how small."

"They normally only display famous actors on the poster. Hyung's not famous."

Nam Joyoon's male cousin shrugged.

"I didn't even see him in the trailer. What is his role?"

"Is he a zombie? Maybe you couldn't recognize him because he was all dressed up?"

"Then I'll tire my eyes out trying to look for him for two hours."

"You don't have to."

A voice was abruptly heard behind them.

Nam Joyoon was carrying a box full of soda and popcorn with both hands.

His father held his arm with a happy expression.

"Why did you send a car for us? We could have watched it at a theatre nearby."

"They say this theatre is good. And it's big."

Nam Joyoon said, smiling silently.

"Also, father, I'm not the one who sent the car…"

"Oppa!"

His female cousin, who was distracted by other things, quickly came over.

"Oppa, did you go to the VIP screening too? Did you see the celebrities there?"

"Some."

"You should have taken some pictures with them! Did you get close to Lee Kihwan or Park Saeryung on set?"

"Not really."

"Ah, so frustrating! You need to get close when you have an opportunity like this! You don't know when you'll see them again!"

His female cousin stomped her feet in frustration. Then she suddenly became surprised.

A man wearing a black knit sweater was approaching them. He was holding a box of popcorn and soda with one hand. And for some strange reason, he was wearing sunglasses.

Coming up close, he respectfully greeted them.

"Hello, I am Jung Sunwoo."

When his family gave him blank stares, Nam Joyoon walked next to him and introduced him.

"He's a dongsaeng I work with. He's the one who sent the car. Last time, he-"

"Is he the one who gave you side dishes last time?"

His mother's eyes shined. Nam Joyoon bashfully nodded.

His family greeted him with eyes of puzzlement and gratefulness.

Even until then, Nam Joyoon's female cousin was suspiciously staring at him.

"Excuse me, why are you wearing sunglasses indoors?"

"Ah, because people might recognize me. I'll take them off when we're inside."

The man said with a slight smile.

"Are you a celebrity?"

"No."

"Who would recognize you when you're not even a celebrit… Huh? Jung Sunwoo? Are you a manager?"

She asked as though she was going to rush over to him.

The man lowered his sunglasses a bit. His cold eyes curved into a smile.

"That's right."

"Wow! Oh my god!"

"Shh, people might recognize me."

Nam Joyoon's two cousins rushed over to Jung Sunwoo and whispered,

"Are you close with our oppa? Joyoon oppa, you seem like an actor now!"

"Are you really Lee Songha's manager? Did Lee Songha come here too?"The more of a fuss they made, the more lost the adults' expressions became."

"Why are you like that?"

"Aunt, he's a hundred times more famous than Joyoon oppa!"

"He's famous?"

"He's Lee Songha's manager! Why you saw him on TV!"

"He does seem familiar."

Nam Joyoon's father leaned closer and examined Jung Sunwoo's face.

Then Nam Joyoon's mother slapped him on the back.

"Why are you staring at him! You're making him nervous!"

"Ah, I'm just surprised Joyoon has a famous dongsaeng!"

"Not long from now, hyung will be much more famous than me."

Jung Sunwoo said, his lips curling upwards.

"A hundred times more."

"Ehh? Joyoon oppa has been an unknown actor for ten years now, you know? There are hundreds of people here, yet none of them recognize him."

His female cousin said without a hint of expectation. Nam Joyoon's family had similar expressions. Even Nam Joyoon didn't have any reaction. The ones who actually seriously listened to Jung Sunwoo's words were Nam Joyoon's mother and father.

Soon, Jung Sunwoo looked back at the theatre entrance.

People were pouring in.

"I think it's going to start soon. Shall we go in?"

{1} A minor adaptation. The original was 'cursing someone', which had the word 'Six' in it.

{2} OST – original soundtrack for movies, dramas, and etc.

Jung Sunwoo was an average man. He had just taken his first job at W&U, a celebrity management company, as a manager. He could finally achieve his dream of being the manager of a world-famous actor or actress. On his way to work, he fell into what appeared to be a lucid dream about his future. As he went on with his day, he realized it may not have simply been a lucid dream.
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Hey guys SakuraMoon here this is a a novel that I translated but if you want to see the original RAW's here you go :)
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The dungeon delve went on without a hitch. A minor one did appear. I didn't get to cast feelgood spells all day, but got demoted to a support role. Suffering from success as some would say.
I had been too effective with my spells. Too skilled and magnificent. I made the last one up. By happenstance, I managed to be the best in the group and needed the least training with my offensive spells.
I graduated them and was in charge of support magic. The situation was perfect to use the others as lab rats. To a limit, I didn't want anyone to die.
Justus, the hitherto unnamed third member of our class, was up for bat. Support spells at the ready! I channeled the mana into a form of my own choosing. One that would be more effective than the universal symbol.
Like with the mana gathering construct, intention and gut feeling was the most important part. This symbol, for me, stood for speed. I drew it over and over again in my mind. Infused it with mana and let go.
The symbol appeared in the air for the shortest moment. With the flick of my wrist, it darted toward Justus. The qualitative change was immediate. Compared to Justus's previous attempts at spellcasting this was faster.
In a hilarious amount even. Not that it wasn't a good thing, but we all shared a laugh seeing Justus blinking at the speed of light.
Elise graduated from offensive spellcasting and we were to buff each other as soon as we had enough mana. An exercise in both gathering mana and spending it all. The additional benefit here was that we learned the time we needed from empty to next spell.
We needed to get used to that. At earlier levels, it was a given that our mana would end. There was no way we could have enough mana potions to cover that either.
The end result of the day was several dead goblins, a lot of new experiences and a level up for Justus.
***
Another week had passed and it was time to meet up the other students getting their Delver's license. The first half real dungeon experience was behind us. Next step was a three-quarter real dungeon experience. We were to make a group to enter the dungeon and have a teacher chaperone for us. Only saving us in life or death situations.

We met in a place that could be called a gym hall. It had been specially modified for Delver training. A durable material was stretched out all over. Everyone was standing in groups with their teacher.
One after another a group went on stage with their teacher and told what they were focusing on now. First up a group of frontline fighters. They were quite numerous with twenty members.
Second were a group of ranged fighters. In this group there was an interesting person. Clad in all black and a wide brim hat to boot, she introduced herself as a gun master to be. She said something about going to be the greatest of them all, which earned her a few laughs.
Gunmasters were quite rare. It was great for early levels, but there was difficulty in finding gunsmiths skilled enough to handle materials from dungeons. They were certainly interesting and I noted her as a potential member for my group.
I was not going to sit around and wait for someone to snag me. There was someone I had to snag. Stealing a glance at my wizard victim, I smiled. The smile lasted even as we were called up on stage.
What would be the best way to go here? I'll have to do something foolhardy. The answer had already revealed itself to me. Gunilla Rosendahl told a short introduction. During her little speech I was gathering mana.
Our teacher was ready with her speech and turned back to give us the podium. She came closer to me and squinted. I smiled like only a boy up to no good can. I knew that she knew, that I knew. And all the other iterations.
She motioned towards the podium. A bit surprised she let me do this, but I couldn't let that hamper my performance. This was it. I took the last few steps to the podium as the mana I concentrated had reached its peak.
"I am Eaces," I said pausing after each word. I threw a fireball.
***
My show was glorious, according to me that is. It worked, which was the most important thing. I told Elise she was in my team. More as a message to the others than an actual question. We had talked about it before.
I added some excessive drama to it, by staring her down after calling it out. Like a true hero, she played along and meekly fell in line. Her head was pointed down as she followed me, but I could make out her lips etched in her oh, so perfect smile.
We ended with an okay composition. I made a point to find the gun master. If her passion paid off, she would be a fearsome ally to know. There were no priests or healer classes here so I chose two front line fighters as my last pick. They all accepted.
I must be a genius. Sometimes I frighten myself with the spectacles I make. The back of my mind was yelling me to tone it down a bit, but my jubilation was too great and the words were lost to nothingness.
Tonight I would hold an award speech in the shower as I bequeathed myself with the trophy of a genius.

***
Every group was given three hours of training time in the gym. We had ours in half a week. We decided to meet the night prior to get to know each other better.
Tonight was different. We would meet up again, after so long. The Blind Flag Guild would hold a face to face tabletop meetup. Online was our prime meetup since all were very busy. Except for me until this point.
With all of us together it was time for the grand finale of our year-long campaign.
I didn't have a lot to prepare for this night. The preparation had been done well in advance. The players would undoubtedly ruin my well laid out plans. That was part of the fun, see how my plans got picked apart and I had to salvage them.
The night was as fun as it was supposed to be. Laughs, tears, drinks both spilled and drunk. The merriment was endless. Until the night had to end that is.
When everything was all said and done, we sat on the sofa and just talked. Like friends do. Drinks make for loose lips and it was true here too.
"This is all hush-hush," Riki said and took a swig before continuing. We all perked up, 'hush hush from' Riki meant some hidden lore was going to be spilled. "A new dungeon opened up. The Kingsgrove Dungeon."

 Thankfully, their bus was able to reach its destination without any other incident. So it turned out her fix was enough to get them far enough. Hastily, they got off the bus to take their luggage into the hotel. The group was a little late, but there would be enough time if they rushed things. 
 "Great…" Ishi muttered to himself as he entered the room he was staying at. Unsurprisingly, he was going to be stuck with a few boys in his class. Very rowdy boys. Hopefully sleeping wouldn't be a problem, but it was unlikely with how loud they were talking to each other now. 
 "Hirose." One of them wanted to ask him a question. "What's it like sitting next to Hattori?"
 "Annoying." He answered simply. This was getting on his nerves. It was already bad enough that people designated him as the grump of the school. At least that was on him. But getting to be known as the boy sitting next to a celebrity was the opposite of what he wanted out of high school. "I can't even enjoy a lunch without you guys, or people from other classes crowding around us." 
 "What about during class?" They ignored his obvious irritation. "Maybe you've caught a nice peek of something she doesn't show anyone else."
 "Oh yeah, has she ever dozed off? Have you gotten a look at her sleeping face?" 
 "Everyone's so hopeless…" He shook his head in disappointment. "And no, now come on and let's get back to the others." After all, they were already late to begin with. Hopefully this conversation wasn't to continue when it was time to head to bed. But Ishi wasn't looking forward to an outcome that he'd like. 
 "Looks like everyone's here." Youna said as she looked between the clipboard containing names, and all of the students. "Okay everyone, get together into your assigned groups and follow all of the directions." At least she was capable of giving out commands. That was one of the biggest worries Ishi had about her being able to rep the class. 
 "Looks like I'm stuck with you guys." He walked up to everyone as they were about to leave the hotel. 
 "Come on." Otoya wrapped an arm around his shoulder. "Don't look at it like we're stuck. More like, be glad we're united in this together." 
 "I ain't here for your feelgood philosophy." Ishi responded by brushing the arm off. "Let's go look at some fish, do some sea life activities and go home." His friend laughed in response to his aloof attitude. He never took anything he said seriously. 
 And now they were on their way to the aquarium. Despite being the one least excited for this, Ishi was also the one to be in front of everyone. That was mainly due to the fact that everyone else was lagging a bit behind to have the chance to talk with Rinse. The swarming looked a bit silly as he stood next to no one, not even his own best friend. 
 "I guess this is one way to get everyone to leave me alone." He commented to himself as they neared the building. It was massive, with quite a crowd preparing to get inside. They weren't limited to just the students either, as their were plenty of tourists and locals wanting to see the sights for a day of fun. "Here's our school pass." Ishi figured that everyone was going to have him be in front, so he took the important papers that they needed to be allowed in. 
 Once inside, they were greeted with a deep dark blue hue all over the room. The light from the exhibits flooded themselves over their faces, the floors, and the walls. Inside the water tanks were the many different varieties of sea life, such as the fish, coral, and especially the sharks. 
 It was time to take care of the first bit of business. That being the simple part of going through the exhibits set by their itinerary. There were many fish to learn about, but they chose the ones most likely to be intriguing to groups they were a part of. 
 "Come on everybody, let's enjoy what the aquarium has to offer." Despite not minding being the center of attention. Rinse did want to do other things than talk with the other students. They weren't here for some simple fun, but also to learn about stuff as well. 
 While disappointed, the others listened to her and began to turn their attention to the fish tanks. Finally, the girl was able to catch a breather and do what she wanted to do. However, before she could take a look inside, Rinse noticed Ishi sitting on a bench. "Don't you want to see the fish too?"
 "I can see them perfectly fine here." He answered, not turning his head to look at her. "If you want to avoid the crowd, I'd recommend sitting next to me." 
 "My, have you decided to change your ways?" She asked, knowing that this was not something he would do normally.
 "Trust me, I wish we spent less time together." He replied. "But, the less I have to hear everyone gushing about you, the better." If she was some type of outcast, he would be a lot happier. But obviously that would never be the case, or else he wouldn't have been annoyed by her in the first place. 
 "So, do you like fish?" She sat down besides him, as they watched the fish together. 
 "I like eating them." He informed her. "Other than that, not really. They remind me too much of teens." 
 "You really don't like other teenagers, don't you?" She took issue with his constant complaints about those his age. "Even though you are one."
 "The fish only know to herd together." He pretended not to hear that. "A school… Yeah, I'd say that's a perfect word to describe them." The metaphor, while cheesy, wasn't lost on her. "And then there's some that are special. The colorful ones that always catch everyone's eyes." He pointed toward the group looking towards one that looked almost like a rainbow. "That's pretty much you." 
 "Oh haha." Her fake laugh didn't arise any feeling in him. "At least fish don't care what the others look like." For once, he agreed with her. "And what? Do you fancy yourself as a shark?" His harsh words and tone certainly made him seem to be a predator in the group. Especially with how someone as meek as Youna was afraid of him. 
 "That would imply I want to want to bother with other fish… I mean people." He clarified a more accurate choice. "Nah, I'm more like those suckers there." He pointed towards a fish that was away from the main school. It was hanging on the glass, sucking to seek out its food. 
 "Just because it's alone?"
 "And because it cleans up everyone's mess." When he said that, she was reminded of what he did back when their bus broke down. 
 "Speaking of, how do you keep knowing all these things about people?" Rinse couldn't make any sense of it. He made it clear that he didn't like to hang out with people, nor did he care about rumors. So why was it that he continued to surprise her, and his classmates so much? "You don't like talking to people, so how can you learn anything?"
 "Of course someone like you doesn't understand." He insulted her. "I know that when you're on stage, you're used to having everyone listen to you." In fact, given what happened back on the bus. It was clear that this was still the case even when she wasn't performing. "Unlike you, I've gotten really good at just listening." 
 Indeed, as a person that no one worries about. He was able to get away with learning some rather odd truths of people. All those things people want to keep secret. Good thing it was Ishi who learned of it, someone else might use it as blackmail material. For the record, none of these things were done on purpose by him, nor did he seek them out. This was more like knowledge he picked up by just existing. "Guess that's why I tolerate you better than most."
 "Me?" She couldn't agree with that statement. Everyday was filled with bickering with him ever since she transferred in. 
 "I don't know you that well." He got up and stretched. "And I'd like to keep it that way." Ishi was confident that would be true for the future as he walked away from her. After all, idols are supposed to be good at faking it, right? 
 "I think we've learned enough here." Youna called attention to everyone. "Okay everybody, we've got ourselves an activity next." Rinse got back to her feet upon hearing that they'd be on the move once more. 
 "And what's that going to be?" Ishi asked as he rejoined the others. Since he was hoping to get away from this group in the first place, the boy never bothered to learn of what this plan was supposed to be. 
 "It's been something I've been really looking forward to." The pause by Otoya, and his tone from saying that, filled him with dread. Because things that he enjoyed never seemed to line up with most people. "We're going to be learning how to prepare a fish!"

Ishi Hirose is well known among the school as the grumpy one. He doesn't care for the many occurrences in high school as he believes youth is pointless. It's a time we all go through, so what? That's what he always says. Besides, teens are hopeless, including himself. So the boy can't wait to grow up and move on with his life.

However, his final year in high school has him meeting someone singing a different tune. Will they meet in harmony? Or will this all end on one sour note?

Image is Waifulabs with edits done by me.

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Max was in the kitchen still in his pj's. It was about 8 in the morning. Poor start for most but not him. Sunday's were the day to whatever he wanted. The beginning of the week should always start that way.
*Whistle!* The tea kettle screamed on the stove. The steam drifting out of the window.
"Ahhh, morning." Mana came in. Not really awake it seems. For she was dressed in a teddy and panties. "Is.. there any coffee?"
"Oh yeah. Already on the table." Max said staring appreciatively. Human Demon Hybrids always had a certain charm to them. She was no different in that regard. "How long are you planning on staying disguised as a student in Mahora anyway?"
"As long as I want. Even more so now that I have a sugar daddy like you." Mana cocked an eyebrow and looked Max over. She moved over slowly for him to moves his hands. "Like what you see teach?" She sat down facing him. His hands went behind stirring his tea.
To any observer, it looked like lovers embracing. Observers such as Kaede and Evangeline. They stood out in the living room not moving.
"If I am your sugar daddy, that means I can do what ever I want to you. IS that the case?" Max didn't break eye contact. He wanted to see how far she would go. He knew the others were watching and didn't care in the least. "Is everything on the menu perhaps?"
*Lick!* Max tongue licked against her collar bone.
"Umm you think you have the balls?" Mana shudder and moaned. She just wanted to mess with Max. Never thinking he would do anything. 'I can feel it under me. This might have been a bad idea.' Sweat drip down her forehead as she started to squirm a little. "I.. teachers hsouldn't play with students like this!"
"Who is playing?" Max gave her an innocent smile. His left hand cupped her face while his right contuined to stir his tea. "You are an adult so adult things can happen between us. In fact.." He gave her a few kisses up her neck. Stopping right at her lips. ".. I look forward to it."
*Knock Knock!* Someone knocked on the main door to the house. That startled Kaede and Evangeline. But couldnt pry their eyes away to those in the kitchen however. Evangeline even had a bit of a nose bleed.
"The.. door.. I should.." Mana stammered feeling her blood boil. Her demon magic ctriiing making her feel restless.
"You should do what makes you feelgood. It is what i do." Max had moved to whisper in her ear. He made eye contact with Evageline and Kaede. Giving them both a wink. "Such beautiful ears you have."
*Nibble.* A small little bite to the bottom was to much for Mana. She got up and bolted upstairs in a flash.
"And just like that.. the magic is gone." He gestured for Kaede to answer the door. She moved over slowly. Quite startled about what she had seen. Eyes wide open for once as well. "Well.. that was fun. She even left my lap wet." Max smirked as he cleaned Mana's wetness off. A siimple spell as he went back to drinking his tea and eating breakfast. "Such a good morning."
"Haa how long have you know she was older than she appeared?" Evangeline asked.
"About the same time I knew you were who you were. Demon blood has the habit of slowing down aging among other things." Max sipped his tea. Evangeline taking a seat across from him. She took note of the different spots that had plates down already. To Max's right and his left. Two more at the far left and the spot where she took. "What is it?"
"Usually the head of the table would set at the short ends. But.. you are in the middle of the long end. Why?"
"Something for you to think about. Let me know when you have a good guess for why." Max looked to the two guests that knocked. Kaede move to sit on his left. "Asuna, Setsuna, and Konoka what could you possibly want this fine morning?"
"Morning Mr.Max," Konoka said politely. "A bunch of us want to throw you a party at the school. A welcoming party even though you may only be here for a little while. We just want to show our warmest welcome."
"I see. What time?" Max looked at her with a little intrest. 
"Around 6. Perfect time for a late lunch  or early dinner." Asuna said quickly. "A lot of food will be there, and with you just eating breakfast it should be perfect for you."
"Hmmm on one condition." Max turned to Setsunsa "Show your wings or show your feelings. Either one will suffice."
"What!?" The group the said togethor.
"Hiding.. it will bring nothing but endless pain to you and those you care about. Be a little honest, it goes a long way." Max sipped his tea as he waited. Setsuna started to tremble on the spot. 'Haa, nothing like young romance. Such turmoil stiring up. I can see the mana flowing around into the formations.'
"I.." Setsuna stammered. More embarrased than her usual stoic self. She came just as defense in case something bad happened. Not to have this happen. 'I an not tell her! What if she says no?! What if she thinks I am disgusting?!'
"Max, what kind of teacher does things like this to his students?!" Asuna asked angry. Mana had made it back downstairs more approapiately dressed. She sat next to Max's right drinking her coffee she left. "Why not just agree to come and not cause troubles?"
"Asuna quiet down. You can all just leave. Not a big deal for me to come is it? You can make an excuse of your own choosing. The best thing to say is, I was to busy." Max waved the little hot head down. The swirling emotions producing more Mana for him. Mana eye dilated as she felt from sitting next to him.
"Is there anything else we can do?" Konoka asked somwehat disappointed. From what, even she didn't know. 'I feel so un easy. Am I that bothered by this? I do not like seeing Setsuna so upset. But I would like to see her wings again. I will know it was not a dream that one time I saw them.' 
"No. Not at this time." Max finished his tea and switch to water. "Oh, before I foret. Here for you Konoka. It is a.. well you will figure it out." 
*Boop!* A white book appeared. On the cover was a swan and woman below. The swan's scattered feathers were all over the place.  On the back side was a reverse of the picture. The woman was up top, tears falling down to the swam that laid limply.
"What is this?" Konoka asked. Her fingers moved across the lifted engravings. "Ave Ave Amor et amantes."
"That is a very weird name for a spell book. Are you sure it is apporpiate for her to read?" Evangeline knew what the words meant. The light magic that eased off from the coverings was something that mad her feel sad for some reason. "She is a minor afterall."
"Of course. The focus of the story was for someone younger than her." Max went to eating his food before it got to cold. He said nothing else as the trio left. Asuna grumbling slightly. 
"Max, do you really think they like each other like that?" Kaede asked after the door closed. She couldn't wait till he finished. "So young and having their sexuality bared out, ight not be a good thing."
"They do. Konoka is weighed down by tradition so she is more than confused about it. Which is fine. The teenage years are the best time time to figure shit out. Best time to be selfish. As for Setsuna.. she is head over heels for her. Just lacks confidence." Max fixed his food and floated the dishes into the sink. "Blame her shitty clan not understanding the reprsentation of her wings meaning."
"So she is not a curse?" Kaede asked. Max just shook his head no. He pulled out a book and started reading from it. The title covering intelligible even to him. "Then why not tell her that?"
"It would do no good. Max has no standing with them or much of the school for that matter. is words carry no weight. I know a way to change that." Mana said slyly at the end. "How about it?"
"I did not plan on doing anything till next sunday. After you two trained a little more. A little bounty hunting for resources was the aim." He looked Kaede over and Mana once more. They could hold their ow but that did not mean safety. Just meant in a normal situation they could stay alive. 95% of the time that was not enough. "No, we will go next week. Go do stuff on yur own if you want. Do not expect me to bail you out."
"I am not going anywhere. That monster book you showed me was proof enough how much of a ways I have to go. I am going to train a little more instead of risking it. I almost have my mana at a high enough level to move a mountain." Kaede said lowly. The idea she was not strong enough was a reminder of how far she has to go. "It is just a milimeter but it is something."
"Better than I was when I fist tried it. Took me a year to get that far." Max said. His fingers moved filling his water back up. "A lot better actually. Remember to conteplated on what you learn. Only way to really understand where you went wrong. Or have a master look it over with you."
"So.. you." Kaede grabbed his hand and sped them away. "Bye!" 
*Scatter!* Leaves fell where Max and she recently sat. 
*Wobble!* The glass of water lifted up and floated towards the training area.  It was a spell Max had placed on it for when he studied. He had the habit of leaving drinks everywhere not paying attention.
"Haaa that girl is really excitied." Evangeline commented. She looked over towards Mana. "So.. how did it feel having him touch you like that?"
"Pffft!" Mana spat her coffee across the table emmbarrassed. "You saw that huh?" She looked away not making eye contact. "It.. was.. just a joke.."
"I do not think he was joking." Evangeline sipped her tea and was greatful she sat across from Max instead stiitng in the other spot. Getting drenched by Mana was not the most pleasant of things in the morning. "Wait.. he said you left him wet. Did you.."
*Fwoosh!* Mana shot across the table covering her mouth.
"Evangeline how about we keep this to ourselves ok?" Mana had a very nervous look on her face. "No reason we two women can not look out for each other." She nodded at her. Slowly moving back, Mana sat back down. 
"But what about Kaede? She saw everything to." Mana sulked a little. "Haa, it will remain a secret. Just help get him to the party later today." 
"Alright I know of a way. But it is risky." Mana agreed with the request of the little devil. "Wait you are a good bit taller. How much longer before  you stop?"
"If you must know, about two weeks. I will grow a total of 3 inches till I understand the next part of the spell." Evangeline grumbled slightly. "That brat.. no that stingy Max is not very forthcoming unless he is getting something out of it."
.
-The Party Preparation-
.
Konoka and Asuna just made it to were the party would take place. Setsuna had excused her self to go home for something. Before Asuna could say anything to the others she was stopped.
"Wait Asuna!" Nodoka grabbed her and showed the text. "Evangeline said she has it covered. So max will be hear at 6 or so."
"How did she manage it?" Asuna didn't think her mean old cousin would change his mind.
"I hjave know idea." Konoka shrugged. "She didn't really say. but at least this won't be a waste." She put the phone away and clutched the book tightly. She wanted to read it as soon as possible for some reason. "I am going to go realx for a little. Then come back and help."
Konoka shot off before Asuna could say anything. Leaving several of them blinking in wonder. They never saw her move so quickly before.
"Is everythign ok?" Ayaka came over slightly worried. Leave it to the class rep to catch every problem. Asuna gave her a small nod. "Well, if you are ontop of it, no need for us to worry. What did he say?'
"Eh, he didn't agree at first. Made an excuse kind of." Asuna did not want to say of what happened. Out of respect for Konoka's feelings. So she just said what came to mind instead. " But Evangeline said he will be here. So do not worry."
"Right. How are you doing though? Did you ask him more about your family?"
"No. I... am going to wait a little more. Right now, I am going to enjoy school and try to get my grades up." Asuna gave a forceful smile. She was not fooling any of them. "What is it?"
"Nothing." Ayaka smiled and turned away. "Nodoka is not your only friend you know." She walked off busing herself with the party. Most of the others following suit. 

His death is never the end. For he is an Eternal Reincarnator. Sentence to continue move on no matter what.

The next World he ended up in, however, has a few things he will not deal with. What is he to do?

Nothing. Mind his own business while he tries to salvage what he can and protect a few things. But a slight problem as he was not given a new place in history as normal.

This time he reincarnates as a main character.
Family means nothing as he does not know them himself. If they leave him be, he will leave them be as he recovers to leave. Memory serves that Earth itself has small problems from foolish organizations. 

For these mages carry a very large threat, he will kill them and destroy their souls no matter what the others think.

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