The followers of the Shinsengyo gathered at the news that Yu-jin had appeared at the amusement park.

 

However, despite the fact that Yu-jin had left without even exchanging a word, their expressions were not particularly gloomy.

 

“Chairman Jeong. Did you feel it too? That divine energy!”

 

“Haha. Did you feel it too, Mrs. Seo? You are indeed devout.”

 

Even after seeing Yu-jin’s unprecedented behavior, they had been uncertain whether he was the one the ‘Saint’ had pointed out. But upon meeting him, their souls cried out in joy.

 

They were convinced that he could only be a saint, possessing the divine energy that made the followers kneel. The energy they dared to call ‘divine power’ was something he had received more strongly than anyone else.

 

“Honestly, I was doubtful until now, wondering if it was just an illusion.”

 

In fact, not many among them believed in divine power.

 

Every Awakened had a very small amount of divine power, regardless of their strength. Furthermore, only those who had been devout for decades could feel it.

 

Even they secretly thought, ‘Isn’t this just mana?’ Having served Awakened ones for so long, they believed they had become able to feel mana too. It seemed like one of the perks of living a long life.

 

“Even I, who lack faith, could feel it so clearly.”

 

“I am ashamed of myself for daring to doubt such a divine blessing as mere mana.”

 

However, after seeing Yu-jin, their thoughts changed completely.

 

The divine power was on a level that made it meaningless to compare him to other Awakened ones. The radiant golden aura that only they could see.

 

As soon as they saw it, they burst into tears, their hands and feet trembled. They felt honored to meet him in their lifetime.

 

If this wasn’t divine power, what else could it be? If Yu-jin wasn’t the apostle of the Lord, the saint, who else could he be?

 

They were convinced of this.

 

‘Blasphemous as it may sound, he is on a different level from the Saint.’

 

‘Even Jeong-cheol’s daughter, who was with him, seemed remarkable. Was it because she stayed with the Saint?’

 

At the same time, their evaluations of the Saint and Shia changed a little.

 

The Saint. She seemed to have stronger divine power than others, but… it felt bland, like soup without salt.

 

She couldn’t compare to the Saint.

 

Yu Shia. That impudent one was impressive enough, at least ten times stronger than ordinary Awakened ones…

 

But unfortunately, the one next to her was our Saint.

 

How could a firefly shine next to the sun?

 

Ah, in the end, it was you again. I worship you, Saint.

 

In the end, their evaluation of Yu-jin skyrocketed.

 

‘Tsk. In the first round, he didn’t cling to me like this. Was I too forward?’

 

Yu-jin would have found it ridiculous if he knew.

 

What is this, these old folks? In the first round, they were all kind to me…

 

That was because I was ranked first in S-class. Now I’m just an A-class Awakened.

 

Why are they so eager to worship me?

 

What? Divine power? Golden aura?

 

Oh my. They must be senile. I’m not even using mana right now.

 

Yu-jin would have snapped like this.

 

But at that time, he was waiting for Haru in the restroom, getting smacked on the back by Shia, so…

 

Fortunately or unfortunately, that didn’t happen.

 

“Then, what should we do?”

 

“What else? We should help the Saint. At our age, all we have left is money.”

 

“Well. The Saint is affiliated with that Jeong-cheol’s clan, right? We should go see him. Give him a call.”

 

Thus, the group of unnecessarily wealthy die-hard fans set out.

 

Their first target was Yu Jeong-cheol, the leader of the Cheonhwa Clan.

 

“…One trillion won to the Cheonhwa Clan? For Yu-jin?”

 

[Yes. We’ll divide it into real estate and stocks for easy handling, so just take it. But if you pocket any of it…]

 

“Whoa. You should go to the Association for that, sir. We are a private company.”

 

[Oh?]

 

“We do have a foundation, but if it goes there, it can’t be used for Yu-jin.”

 

Yu Jeong-cheol deftly diverted the arrow.

 

He quickly realized that this would only burden Yu-jin instead of helping him.

 

‘I don’t know why they’re doing this to Yu-jin… but it will be troublesome if we get involved.’

 

To Jeong-cheol, they were benefactors who had invested in him from the early days of his business.

 

If you think about it, they were the major shareholders of the clan.

 

But if he accepted donations from these extreme fans?

 

They would certainly criticize him, asking where their money was spent and pointing out the state of Yu-jin’s equipment. Jeong-cheol, caught in the middle, would only face difficulties.

 

“Go to Seol Ha-yeon.”

 

[Tsk. Got it.]

 

Thus, the blind trillion won was firmly rejected.

 

The disappointed matchstick flock turned away. Their second target was Seol Ha-yeon.

 

[Hmm? What brings you here, sir? Busy as you are, calling me.]

 

“Seol Ha-yeon, we would like to make a donation in the name of the Saint… ahem, Seo Yu-jin. Would you accept it?”

 

[Oh. How much are we talking about that you have to ask me? You usually give about a billion without a second thought.]

 

“It seems to be around a trillion won. A mix of real estate and stocks.”

 

[…A trillion won?]

 

“Yes. We originally intended to give it to Jeong-cheol, but he avoided it, saying something about being a private company. Tsk.”

 

Seol Ha-yeon was approached by the sinister hands of the absurdly wealthy fan group.

 

Despite the fact that the leader of the number one clan in Korea, Yu Jeong-cheol, had avoided this money, she…

 

“Oh my, then we would be very grateful. I’ll send the tax team over, so please take care of it, sir.”

 

Accepted it without batting an eye.

 

With a wide smile and a friendly voice.

 

‘Yu-jin, you lucky bastard. How did you manage to swindle these moneybags? It doesn’t even seem like you used hypnosis.’

 

“Jushin Church? Isn’t it the ancient source of funds for the Awakener Association?

 

Why refuse this? Of course, we should accept it with gratitude.”

 

The Chairman made an extremely rational decision.

 

“Yes. Instead, could you perhaps accommodate Seo Yu-jin’s convenience a bit?”

 

“Of course. Just between us, he’s the one I’ve marked as my successor. I’ll take care of him as best as I can. Hoho.”

 

‘Spending on the association means spending for Yu-jin’s sake. Right.’

 

Yu Jung-chul’s nagging mother-in-law act?

 

Worried about where the donation money would be spent?

 

Not at all concerned.

 

Seol Ha-yeon planned to retire quickly after Yu-jin graduated and handed over the chairman position.

 

In the end, it would be Yu-jin leading the association.

 

So, it was just a matter of transparently using the donation funds.

 

Spend where the association needed the budget. Utilize real estate and other assets efficiently.

 

Strengthening the foundation was precisely for the sake of the next chairman, Yu-jin. Right.

 

With this thought, she readily accepted it.

 

If Yu-jin knew, he would exclaim, ‘This old hag is trying to throw me into graduate school!!’ and raise a fuss. Anyway.

 

Thanks to this, the believers were greatly satisfied.

 

“Haha. As expected of Seol Ha-yeon. Unlike that stingy guy, she’s generous.”

 

“And she’s chosen the saint as the next chairman? Her eye for people is perfect.”

 

“Saint, please grow well and someday protect humanity!”

 

“Long live Jushin Church! Long live the saint!”

 

One trillion won donation delivered.

 

Saint, use it freely!

 

Hearing the circumstances, Yu-jin frowned deeply.

 

“……”

 

‘Who gives away one trillion won like it’s pocket money?’

 

One trillion won? That was like uprooting Jushin Church’s pillar.

 

Even if they had a suspicious amount of money, a trillion won was no joke.

 

Yu-jin was even suspicious of their intentions.

 

What kind of scam is this that they’re paying upfront?

 

Are they pressuring me to become the pope or something?

 

He didn’t like it.

 

It made him grumble.

 

“…Can’t we just not accept it? They’re trying to sell me on being the pope or whatever. It seems like a scam no matter how I look at it.”

 

“That’s right. Even if it’s Yu-jin, who just gives away a trillion won? Obviously, they’re going to sneak in conditions subtly….”

 

Shia eagerly chimed in.

 

It looked like a scam to her too.

 

“I’m somewhat acquainted with the elder I spoke with, and he wouldn’t do something like that.”

 

“No. It doesn’t make sense logically.”

 

“Cadet Shia, you can’t expect logic from faith.”

 

“……”

 

But Seol Ha-yeon had no intention of returning the money.

 

While Shia was at a loss for words, Yu-jin sighed deeply.

 

“Ugh. If something happens later, are you going to use the chairman’s name?”

 

“As much as you want. Additionally, do you want anything from me? Want to touch my chest?”

 

“I’ll sue you for sexual harassment.”

 

“Paha. Just joking, joking.”

 

The chairman happily threw out a silly joke, but anyway.

 

And…

 

‘Still, I should give some advice.’

 

“If there’s nothing you want, how about some advice? On your way back to the dorm, buy some gifts. Gifts to give to the people around you.”

 

“Gifts? All of a sudden?”

 

The chairman just smiled slyly.

 

“You’ll definitely thank me, saying, ‘Ha-yeon noona, I love you’.”

 

“There’s no way… Since when did you start making prophecies?”

 

“It’s not a prophecy but a prediction. Prediction.”

 

“……?”

 

Yu-jin just tilted his head in confusion.

 

* * *

 

The chairman had said something strange, but anyway.

 

Afterwards, I spent a pleasant time with Shia and then left the bath.

 

“Daddy… I’m sorry…”

 

-Hug. Pat, pat.

 

“It’s okay. But you know? Your body is precious. You shouldn’t show or let anyone touch it carelessly, okay?”

 

“Daddy…”

 

“That’s something only loving people do. Got it?”

 

“Uh-huh. Love…? I got it. Three underlines and stars.”

 

I comforted Haru, who was in her sulky rice cake mode.

 

“Shall we go on a date next week too?”

 

“……!!!? I-Idiot!! It’s not a date, it’s just pretending to be a date!! Since you did the interview like that, I have no choice but to do this specially!!”

 

“Ah, got it, Shia. Next time, let’s go to the movies. To see that melodrama you like. Just the two of us without Haru.”

 

“……Hmph. You should feel honored!”

 

Before parting ways, I subtly made a date promise with Shia.

 

I went out again to buy some gifts as the chairman suggested.

 

After finishing all my tasks, I finally returned to the dormitory to train with peace of mind…

 

“Master~ Sorry I’m late.”

 

-Bang!!

 

“———Yu-jin, why are you so late!!!”

 

“…Alice!!!?”

 

I was about to train.

 

But this wasn’t the time for that.

 

I came face to face with Alice, her clothes torn and hair disheveled.

 

“Who did this to you!? Are you hurt… No, let’s get you some clothes first.”

 

“That’s not important, just get inside quickly!!”

 

-Grab. Squish.

 

“……!!!!? To-To-Touching.”

 

“Hurry, come on!!”

 

But Alice just dragged me forcefully.

 

She didn’t care that my bare skin was touching the edge of her underwear.

 

All the way to where the master was.

 

“Alright, Miss Ninomiya! Confess!! Tell Yu-jin about all the perverted things you’ve done to him!!”

 

“Di-Di-Disciple. It’s not, it’s not like that….”

 

“……”

 

‘Why does master look like this too?’

 

Even master’s clothes were in worse condition than Alice’s.