When I only heard their names, I didn't think it was possible, but after confirming that these two children were added to the <Character Guide>, I couldn't help but be convinced.
Anti-heroes. The 'VenDetta Duo'
They were anti-heroes who mercilessly punished and executed corrupt public officials and those who caused incidents.
The woman called 'Ven' was a spatial mage, and the man called 'Detta' was a physical ability awakener.
In the original story, their real names were revealed to be Kim Si-a and Kim Si-woo. The name 'Duo' was given because they were twins.
I didn't know why they had taken the path of anti-heroes, so I just thought it was a concept, but I never imagined...
"They're my younger siblings, but I really think they're amazing, you know?"
I never thought those kids would be Se-a's younger siblings.
At the same time, everything started to make sense in my head.
If I hadn't possessed this body and hadn't become friends with Se-a, or if she hadn't joined our club?
The villains would have come to Bucheon through 'Mysterious Disappearance,' and in the process, Se-a would have fallen into a prepared trap and been arrested by the police without any chance to defend herself. She would have undoubtedly been sent to Niflheim due to the fabricated evidence.
Then what about the children left behind?
They must have harbored deep resentment towards the organization that had wronged their sister and trained themselves to seek revenge.
That's how the anti-heroes 'VenDetta Duo' were born.
That explained why I couldn't remember Se-a even though I had played the Academy game.
She had disappeared halfway through.
"Oops, did I talk too much? I'm sorry."
Se-a suddenly apologized, perhaps mistaking my daze.
"No, I was just trying to organize my thoughts because something came to mind."
"Something came to mind?"
"Si-a and Si-woo. Have you thought about enrolling them in the Academy?"
"......What?"
But now that the game world has become reality.
Now that I've protected Se-a from those guys, the children's future can definitely change.
"Si-a and Si-woo......?"
"I heard that the Academy is starting a kindergarten and elementary school program. Your younger siblings could definitely enroll."
"But my younger siblings aren't awakeners......?"
According to the information in the game, the reason the kids awakened was due to 'an incident.'
And that incident must have been Se-a being captured by them.
While I managed to stop the incident itself, the two children, who witnessed her being arrested by the police right in front of them, would soon awaken.
That's how it is.
'Looks like their shells are already broken.'
<(N) Character Guide>
[Name: Kim Si-woo]
[Affiliation: Republic of Korea]
[Description: Kim Se-a's younger brother. Recently stimulated by an incident, he is preparing to awaken.]
[Name: Kim Si-a]
[Affiliation: Republic of Korea]
[Description: Kim Se-a's younger sister. Recently stimulated by an incident, she is preparing to awaken.]
I never thought they would appear in the Character Guide so soon.
It seems this incident has greatly stimulated both of them, becoming a stepping stone for their awakening.
"Of course, this is a question based on the assumption that they will awaken, so feel free to answer."
"Ah, I see? If that's the case, then...... I would like my children to receive a better education. The school hours would be similar, and they could go to school together. However...... there is a problem......"
Se-a hesitated for a moment before speaking.
"Is it the tuition?"
"......Yes. Thanks to my parents, I receive financial aid, but according to the association's policy, only one person per family is supported. If the children want to go to the Academy......"
Se-a smiled bitterly as she spoke.
Although she didn't say it, I knew what she was thinking.
She must be considering quitting her job to earn the tuition for the children.
Her expression reminded me of my past for a moment.
'......College? You don't want to go where I told you to, but you want the money?'
'You have no conscience.'
'You figure it out yourself.'
'Failed child.'
......She's really different from someone else.
"There are so many foundations in the Republic of Korea. I'm sure your younger siblings can receive scholarships. I'm confident."
"......Really?"
"Of course."
If it doesn't work out, I'll make it happen.
Si-a and Si-woo's abilities have been proven in the game.
Since the Academy has a scholarship foundation, the two children should be able to enter without much difficulty.
Moreover, the VenDetta Duo is known to become S-rank anti-heroes in the future, so they are essentially a sure bet.
'If I don't take this, I'd be a fool.'
And these sprouts aren't just Si-a and Si-woo. There are many other children.
Should I make a list of future prospects?
Thinking about this,
"If the children can live like others, I'm definitely in favor."
"Good. I'm sure that will happen."
Se-a's positive response allowed me to smile and talk about the children.
How long did we talk?
Checking the time, I realized it had been quite a while.
"......It's already this late. I've finished my tea, so I'll head back now."
"Ah, really? Then I should go to bed too...... I'm really tired after all the events today......"
Before leaving, I reminded Se-a.
"I'll continue to receive reports through the law firm about this incident...... If anything happens, contact me immediately, just like today. Got it?"
"Yes......! I will definitely do that!"
With such a reminder, nothing major should happen.
"Take care. Mr. Yoojin."
"You too, have a good night."
I quietly closed the door so as not to wake the children and got into the car waiting at the gate.
"You've worked hard, young master."
"Yeah...... Let's go home."
"Sure."
Yeah, I just wanted to go home and rest.
After Gangwon, Bucheon, and then Incheon, I've really been traveling a lot.
Since tomorrow is Sunday...... let's rest.
* * *
Things related to Se-a were going smoothly.
First, I obtained testimony and evidence from the two villains the organization had held to prove Se-a's innocence, and submitted them anonymously to the Dike side.
With my testimony added, as one of the people who directly captured Mysterious Disappearance, the police and prosecution showed urgent movements to halt the situation.
Well, I wasn't going to let it go easily......
But it turned out to be a very good resolution.
"Really, if Mr. Yoojin hadn't...... The lawyers opened the police station door and rushed in! If it weren't for Mr. Yoojin, I would have rotted in prison for life! There's evidence and witnesses, right? It doesn't make sense that I did it!"
And thanks to that, now. As soon as we arrived at the Academy, Se-a was pouring out her grievances.
Yong-je shook his head and spoke while listening to Se-a's story.
"Yes. I told Mr. Ji-soo-hyun yesterday...... but he ignored it."
"Ignored it?"
"Yes."
"......That's strange."
The club members, who knew Ji-soo-hyun's character well, were puzzled.
......Of course, I know the truth of the matter.
According to Han Gwang-gi, who was at the prosecution office at the time, Ji-soo-hyun stormed in with a demand for an investigation, signed by the Academy's faculty and the association president.
Given that it was a matter involving a student and mentee in his class, he must have been very angry.
And as expected of him......
'The special ability unit of the prosecution office was fully mobilized. They were facing off at the entrance of the prosecution office...... I thought it might turn into a real fight.'
He apparently barged in with a 'Ha. Ha. Ha. Ha.' and a rotten fish eye look.
He showed the true nature of a spatial mage specialized in attack, not support.
Fortunately, it didn't come to bloodshed, but it seems he overturned the situation and caused a big commotion.
Han Gwang-gi said that thanks to this, the story progressed more smoothly, so Ji-soo-hyun was definitely Ji-soo-hyun.
"But, Jin-woo. Is my story not interesting?"
"......Huh? What?"
"Hold on. Why are his eyes like that?"
"......Huh? What?"
"Hey, Mr. Yong-je. Mr. Yoojin. Mr. Jin-woo's eyes are strange, right?"
I turned to look at Jin-woo, who Se-a was talking about.
Instead of his usual lively and sparkling eyes, Jin-woo had a dead fish eye look and was making an unpleasant laugh.
"......What did you do over the weekend?"
I cautiously asked, seeing a side of him I had never seen before, and he slowly opened his mouth.
"......Training."
"Training?"
"......I hunted and butchered animals all day. I was told not to hesitate when hunting."
"Ah."
I see, this is a training method I know.
One of the training methods of Han Yeo-eun from the Artemis Guild, called 'killing emotions.'
Specifically, it's a method to remove hesitation from the tip of the blade, a way to understand how she became strong and what kind of person she is.
From the moment he mentioned getting stabbed in the thigh during his first mentor class, I knew he was serious, but seeing him butcher animals, it seems Jin-woo has really taken to it.
This is a training method that players usually only do in the later stages.
The training Jin-woo is doing now is something he can only receive after significantly increasing Han Yeo-eun's affection.
"Then, what about the vice president? What did he do? It's Gwak Chun-sik, one of the top heroes in the Republic of Korea."
Due to Yong-je's question, the focus suddenly shifted to me.
The children's eyes also turned to me.
The only thing I did this time was receive a strange pink bracelet...... How should I explain this?
"Good morning. Did everyone have a good weekend?"
Ji-soo-hyun entered like a savior, pushing the front door open with his foot.
"Hmm, looking at your faces, it's clear who spent the weekend playing and who trained. Especially Jin-woo, I never thought I'd see you like this. I like that look in your eyes."
"......Yes?"
"Try to live like that more often. Now, let's start with the announcements. First period today is self-study due to a faculty meeting. And...... Han Yoo-jin."
Suddenly hearing my name called, I felt uneasy.
"Yes."
"During the first period self-study, the student council asked to send the top and second students from each grade to the student council room to recruit new members. You should go there after the first period bell rings."
I had forgotten.
After the current student council was established, they used this method to strengthen their power.
The fortunate thing is that there's no penalty for not going.
"Is it mandatory to go?"
"Yeah, they said it's mandatory this time."
What? Really?
......Damn butterfly effect.
"Phew."
I subconsciously ran my hand through my hair, confirming that I had entered the route I had suspected.
"Since it's the vice president's opinion, just attend. You can cause a commotion or do whatever you want once you're there."
Is he really saying this to get me killed?
The position of student council president at the Academy is not something easily obtained.
It's a position that only the best and strongest monsters from all grades can reach.
What were his stats at this point......?
Even with my current abilities, facing the student council president would be quite a burden.
"......I won't do that."
"Really? That's a shame. I was looking forward to it."
What is he looking forward to?
Does he really expect me to turn the Academy upside down?
Ah...... This guy was already doing this last night, wasn't he?
I had forgotten that Ji-soo-hyun is the kind of person who would do even more than that.
"Anyway, I've delivered all the announcements and checked attendance. Just study on your own until the bell rings. The class president, remember to report to me about anyone who talks during self-study."
"Yes."
"Phew~ Okay. Morning assembly is over. Good job."
Ji-soo-hyun left the classroom in a flash.
Sighing and rubbing my forehead after the storm that swept through the class,
"Mr. Yoojin. If the top and second students go together, doesn't that mean that person will also go?"
"What?"
"There is! The person who keeps challenging Mr. Yoojin. The sword expert, Choe Yeon!"