"Dokja-hyungnim?"

Stunned, the summoned master turned to the origin of the voice. His eyes widened at the sight of the redhead's new look that had a golden glow at the ends of his hair, as if smoldering like twisting flames.

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"CALE! CLOSE YOUR HOLY EYES!"

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-for the first time, Yoo Jonghyuk found himself speechless. Lifeless black eyes widened as his body weakened. Instantly making him kneel in front of the red-haired man who was looking at him with a painful expression.

"... I..." two hands wrapped in thousands of scars raised tremblingly, his face began to look down and shadowed by his wavy black hair.

"... hurt you?" the man whispered, sounding heartbroken and lost at the same time.

"YES! YOU FUCKIN' HURT HIM, YOU BASTARD-!"

"Anna." The woman not far from their side, Anna Croft, with a face full of unconcealed hatred. Currently being restrained by Lee Hyunsung who was holding her firmly without expression.

"-YOU TOOK AWAY HIS SANITY-!"

"-BROKE HIS SOUL-!"

"Anna..." Jonghyuk's heart felt like it was stabbed by a thousand thorns as he heard the trembling voice of the man who had always been his shade of his niches and ashes in times of despair.

Hanibaram, at this moment, seemed to be trying to hold back tears. Shaking his head repeatedly, asking the blonde-haired woman to stop.

But to no avail.

Every word that came out of her, felt like a slap against his selfishness in Yoo Jonghyuk.

That all this time, he only thought about his own feelings. Feeling that he was the one who suffered the most in this world. Looking for Hanibaram as solace, certain to feel welcome, to forget the existence of the figure who always opened his arms for him.

"... is that really all... Hanibaram?" Jonghyuk asked in a blank voice. His face fearfully (it had been a long time since he felt this way-) looked up and froze at the sight of tears rolling down the cheeks of nature's beloved man.

"N-no-"

"LIAR!" Her scream sounded so heart-wrenching. Making Jonghyuk's body jerk violently and lose its strength.

"BECAUSE OF YOU AND YOUR SELFISHNESS, HANI CAN'T GO HOME-!"

"ANNA-!"

Her typing stopped. Misty black eyes blinked twice at her cell phone screen before smiling sadly.

"...if I write this..." The hoodie's shadowed face looked up, observing the figure she missed so much from afar. Smiling fragilely at the flat face of the previously sluggish figure suddenly full of energy as he opened his phone, right after she published the latest chapter.

"He'll feel guilty, won't he?" she muttered in a hollow voice. Glancing back at him, her heart swelled with love and affection as she saw the smile etched on his face.

"...Dokja-ya..."

Her eyes stared intently at the screen in front of her and then smiled a little.

"When it all comes back..." her hand rose to caress the single name there.

"...I'm sure you'll be able to help him. Only you can do that."

Throwing away negative thoughts, the figure in the hoodie took a breath and exhaled.

"You will definitely create a great ending, Dokja-ya."

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[Kim Dokja's POV]

Four days had passed since Main Scenario #4 began.

And tomorrow was the day that they would attack 3 stations to reach Changsin, and then he would contact Yoo Jonghyuk-

Kim Dokja frowned at this thought.

... why rush to meet that bastard protagonist if he still had plenty of time with Cale?

He then froze. His body immediately straightened up and heat rose to his cheeks.

How could he even think like that!

Wha... isn't that selfish...?

But... hmmm-

Dokja's black starry eyes became half-glazed, dreamy with consideration. Although the idea sounded really good... getting Cale's attention just for himself.

[The Constellation 'Demon-like Judge of Fire' also smiled at the smile of the 'Kim Dokja' Incarnation.]

Dokja's smile automatically faded as the message from the constellation that had been following him from the beginning appeared in front of him. Getting protests and whimpers in other messages.

"Dokja-hyungnim." He turned his head, smiling again when he saw the redhead who had been occupying his mind walking toward him.

"How was it? Is it a good match?" the one asked nodded with a stoic face. Even so, the redness on the pale cheeks, with the messy red hair and the happy aura around him made Cale look cute.

"It fits. Thanks for the clothes, hyungnim." His dark eyes looked at Cale's new look, with a simple brown oversized shirt, jeans and white shoes. It looked suitable and looked like expensive clothes even though it was randomly obtained by him. A classy face like Cale's could indeed change many perceptions.

His eyes then followed Cale who walked over to sit on his right side.

"Where's the other one?" asked the owner of the reddish-brown orbs, tilting his head towards him with an innocent face. Dokja's heart beat a little faster at the adorable sight.

"Hmm, Heewon-ssi is following Sangah-ssi. They're talking about something regarding women's privacy... I guess? As for Hyunsung-ssi training some people, they asked for it. And Gilyoungie is still bathing, right?" Cale nodded, staring back ahead.

"Thank goodness then," the redhead murmured with wistful eyes. Looking very sleepy all at once.

Dokja's right hand reflexively moved behind the youngest's back, so as to prevent him from falling over from the drowsiness that was attacking him.

"Everything is working out well." Said in a dazed voice, Dokja turned to the redhead with an amused smile. Supporting his cheek with his left hand that rested on his left knee.

"So..."

"Hm?"

Cale then turned his head back, bringing them face to face.

The two black eyes starry as night collided with the shimmering orbs of dusk.

That gaze was so soul-penetrating that it made Dokja's heart skip a beat. And instantly wished that the silence that engulfed them would not make the beating sound audible.

"... we should get some rest, shouldn't we?" Cale continued, now wearing a wide, satisfied smile on his beautiful face. Like a cat, it made Dokja chuckle to see it. His hand that had been on Cale's shoulder switched to ruffling his bright red hair.

"Hm~ hm~, uri Cale has been working very hard," agreed the dark-haired man, earning a nod and a small grunt from the younger one.

"And these hyungnim of yours will take care of you while you rest. So, sleep all you want, arra ?"

"Arra, hyungnim."

Unexpectedly, Cale immediately laid his head on Dokja's shoulder. His red hair was still a little wet, making the older one a little worried. He opened Dokkaebi's shop and bought a small towel. Gently, Dokja turned his body slightly to face Cale, making the redhead fall deeper into his arms.

The left hand slightly supported Cale's body from the front, while the right hand moved to dry his bright red hair with slow and gentle movements.

Moments later, there was a soft murmur from the younger one, feeling comfortable and warmed by Dokja's treatment. Two smaller hands moved involuntarily to hug Dokja, so that the beautiful face was resting on the chest of the red-haired man who had suddenly frozen.

With his heart racing and face flushed, he looked down, intending to look at Cale to correct his sleeping position. But immediately regretted (+grateful) doing so.

Cale's cheeks looked very puffy on top of his chest, with his head slightly tilted, making the reddish hair fall down to frame his face charmingly.

What-uhm.. how is this... Dokja thought to himself with a red flush that was starting to take over his skin color.

He could not bear to wake up Cale now, who already looked very comfortable.

"E-khem, ekhem~!" Grateful for the arrival of the bully, Jung Heewon, Dokja could only sigh.

"Please get me a pillow, Heewon-ssi. Cale is asleep." At the mention of Cale, the woman who was a year younger than him immediately softened. Although her annoying teasing expression was still present, the dark-haired woman helped Dokja take care of making a makeshift bed.

After she was done, Dokja tried to get Cale to release his hug.

"Cale-ya," he whispered softly, indulgently. The corner of Heewon's eyebrow twitched at the sound.

"Try letting go of me first, hm? I'm going to move you to bed," Dokja continued to be met with silence by the still sleeping Cale.

"Is that any way to wake someone up? You're making him even sleepier!" Heewon chided, which was met with a fierce scowl from Dokja.

"So what, you wake Cale up then!" Heewon, feeling challenged, walked over. The woman crouched down, her hand then moved to touch the redhead's shoulder, stopping to look at his sleeping face...

"So adorable...,"

[The Constellation 'Demon-like Judge of Fire' felt herself melting at the sight of the sleeping Incarnation 'Cale Henituse'!]

[The Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' fell silent at the scene.]

[The Constellation 'Queen of the Darkest Spring' let out a soft 'aww'.]

[A number of Constellations questioned the softness of the 'Cale Henituse' Incarnation's cheeks!]

[The Constellation 'Prisoner of the Golden Headband' grinned at the Incarnation 'Kim Dokja'.]

[The Constellation 'Prisoner of the Golden Headband' says let Incarnation 'Cale Henituse' fall asleep in the arms of Incarnation 'Kim Dokja'.]

[The Constellation 'Demon-like Judge of Fire' nods in agreement! Incarnation 'Cale Henituse' looks very comfortable!]

Dokja blushed even more at the constellation message over the shoulder of the still mesmerized Heewon.

Glancing again briefly at Cale in his arms, he sighed.

"We'll rest then." Heewon gave him a confused look.

"Where? Cale still won't let you go." Dokja glanced at him flatly.

"Well, 'we' will rest." Making a bold decision, Dokja lay down on the pillow Heewon had arranged. He fixed Cale's sleeping position, bringing the blanket over his body, satisfied that the redhead was still undisturbed.

Heewon, on the other hand, was too stunned to look at Dokja. An apocalypse like this, and that man still had time to do... THIS??!

...

Well, for the sake of maintaining sanity, why not?

"Hyung." Two turned their heads, seeing Gilyoung approaching them. Dokja immediately opened his left arm, making a bright young face at the invitation. Welcoming the boy to sleep on his left side with his head on his arm while hugging his own pillow. A small giggle escaped him, indulging in the embrace of two of his favorite people.

The woman surnamed Jung snorted. A small smile then appeared on her face.

"Alright, rest then."

Dokja nodded. Enjoying the comfort, he let himself relax into Cale's unique scent. His nose was buried in the red hair, the hand on Cale's waist tightened slightly, and he smiled contently.

[The Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' smiled softly.]

He will rest for a while then.

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[Third Person's POV]

Heewon whistled at the sight of the repaired motorcycle in front of her.

She then looked at Cale who had a proud face on.

"Good idea, Cale!" the red-haired young master nodded.

"Of course. We won't get tired while traveling later." The redhead smiled sweetly, thinking how lucky he was not to have to exhaust himself while walking.

"Okay, then, let's get going. Is everyone ready?" At Dokja's question, everyone nodded.

Carrying out the mission, four people went to attack the station. Kim Dokja, Jung Heewon, Cale Henituse and Lee Hyunsung. Meanwhile, Yoo Sangah would guard Chungmuro Station with Lee Gilyoung and Gong Pildu who were under contract.

"Sangah-noonim is great at catching problematic situations," Cale said suddenly, catching a glimpse of the brown-haired woman's glum face.

"Dokja-hyungnim knows Sangah-noonim is suitable for this position." Sangah was touched that Cale was willing to speak up to motivate her. Her hand then moved to pat this sweet dongsaeng on the head.

"Gumawo, Cale-ya. You are very sweet and kind." The redhead grimaced inwardly, but gave a smile just as sweet as Sangah's.

It was as if the evil image of yesterday that they had seen had disappeared somewhere.

Gilyoung then came over, giving each of his hyungs and noonas a hug and a prayer for their safety.

After the goodbyes, Cale then naturally walked over to Dokja's motorcycle, sitting behind him with an innocent waiting face.

[The Constellation 'Demon-like Judge of Fire' is very grateful to subscribe to this channel.]

[The Constellation 'Demon-like Judge of Fire' smiled with tears in her eyes.]

Dokja, trying to regulate his heartbeat, gave a dreamy little smile. Too many of Cale's expressions invaded his mind today. Starting from waking up in his arms, having breakfast together, then while getting ready too.

Whenever they were close, he felt so messed up and hot. Now it was also engulfing him in those feelings.

What was happening to him?!

Cale's laughter broke the reverie. Dark starry eyes glanced at the redhead, who looked so cute behind him, pale cheeks blushing softly, as well as his reddish-brown eyes that sparkled warmly glanced at their side. Dokja followed the gaze and-

"Pfft-!" -he immediately covered his mouth, trying to block out his laughter.

"A-ah, Dokja-ssi! Don't laugh! 〒////〒)"

The source of their laughter came from Hyunsung who looked awkward, sitting behind Heewon who would be driving the motorcycle. His body slightly dwarfed the woman making for a funny sight. The young man covered his reddening face with his hands while Heewon's 'I'm done' face was very funny.

"Hyunsung-ssi can't drive a motorcycle like this."

"Ummm- I can!"

"So, why am I in the front and you're in the back?" Everyone could see that there were dog ears drooping sadly.

"I-I haven't driven a motorcycle in a long time... what if Heewon-ssi falls down...?" Everyone instantly softened at the tall young man's timid and shy tone.

"Yes, it's okay. This friend of yours, Jung Heewon, will take you safely to your destination, O Lee Hyunsung." The face of the master sitting behind immediately looked relieved, still blushing comically.

"T-thank you, O Jung Heewon-ssi."

How cute. Cale thought, feeling slightly amused by Heewon and Hyunsung's interaction.

"Is everything ready?" Nodding, they then started their journey towards Changsin station.

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As they arrived at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station, what immediately caught Dokja's attention was that it had been occupied by Dongmyo Station. That indicated that while Myeongdong and Dongdaemun were trying to attack Chungmuro, they had also secretly taken over Dongdaemun Park Station.

"There's no one here," Hyunsung said, breaking the silence.

"I think they've returned to their stations. Be on the lookout for an attack," Dokja replied, looking around with a flat look.

"In that case, let's go straight to Dongmyo Station, hyungnim. Attacking it will get us this station too," Cale said in a bored tone. Everyone nodded and continued on their way.

"STOP!"

Cale quickly took action, sending out wind power as well as a domineering aura to frighten the enemy. They could hear a few gasps as they felt the redhead's power.

"Ha-hanibaram!" twitching at Cale's nickname, he precisely stopped the motorcycle in front of the leader of the attackers with his aura sword extended around his neck.

[The Constellation 'Demon-like Judge of Fire' stomped her foot in annoyance at that tone!]

"Who are you-?! Why are you attacking us-!" The sword aura intensified, making the middle-aged brown-haired man even more tense and pale.

"Me?" There was a smirk on Dokja's face with sharp black eyes.

"Yoo Jonghyuk."

Silence fell.

Heewon gave an incredulous grin, Hyunsung who tilted his head in confusion and Cale who looked on blankly.

[The Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' closes his mouth.]

[The Constellation 'Demon-like Judge of Fire' gaped wide in surprise.]

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The atmosphere was getting colder.

"You dare try to see my powers?" His voice even had the same octave pitch as Jonghyuk's. Cale, who was impressed by Dokja's acting, began to put on an equally cold face to play along.

He gave instructions to the other two hyungnim and noonim. There must be a reason Dokja decided to take that action.

The man's eyes then darted to Cale and Hyunsung, seeing similarly strong skills and trembling even more. Especially considering Cale's attributes were so OP, even without the support of the constellations, Dokja could understand that.

"Bastard. Where are you looking?" annoyance built up in Dokja's mind when he saw that the man's gaze dared to linger on Cale.

"A-ah, forgive me for looking at your lover without permission!" The man immediately bowed with a slightly frightened face. Remembering that Yoo Jonghyuk was very protective of Hanibaram, many speculated that the redhead was his lover.

And what a surprise!

To be able to see Hanibaram in person!

The man was as beautiful as rumored.

Long red hair, framing a heart-shaped face with delicate cheekbones.

And a pair of reddish-brown eyes that sparkled like jewels.

Truly stealing every breath of the travelers, seeing the serenity and natural aura that emanated from the red-haired man...

Dokja, on the other hand, was increasingly annoyed at the astonished and mesmerized gazes of these bastards. What's more, he was implying that Cale was Yoo Jonghyuk's lover!

Where did that shit come from, huh, bastard ?!

As a dear reader with the motto of protecting the heart of nature from asshole mola-mola protagonists, Kim Dokja was not having any of it!

Seeing the increasingly ominous aura emanating, the man bowed his head in a respectful manner, which was followed by the others.

"I-let me introduce myself properly," he said, now sounding more confident. Looking up, staring one by one at the faces of the companions that 'Yoo Jonghyuk' brought together, especially at the redhead.

"My name is Lee Sungkook. I'm the vice-representative of Dongmyo Station."

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[Cale Henituse's POV]

Cale listened carefully to the conversation between Dokja and Sungkook. On the one hand, he admired the way the dark-haired man lied smoothly, harmonizing with his acting as Yoo Jonghyuk. Then he snorted at the sight of Sungkook trying to look authoritative.

Sungkook, on the other hand somewhat flinched at the sight of "Yoo Jonghyuk's" lover. His eyes looked bored, with an aura that could not be expressed in words. Truly great and majestic as rumored by the 'Prophet' and 'Apostle'!

Cale's eyes also occasionally glanced at the teenage boy on the side of the tent where they were discussing. His eyes narrowed in displeasure, seeing the boy's unkempt condition. His eyes stared blankly at the screen, as if there was no soul in it, while his hands were still actively moving on the keyboard. The longer he looked at it, the more hateful Cale felt.

He then stood up from his seat, somewhat surprising the other two men. Giving Dokja a quick glance, he walked towards the teenage boy named Han Donghoon. His hand then touched the boy's shoulder.

Glutton.

↾ Ready, Cale! ⇃ In one stroke of Glutton's evolved power, the boy who had been under his control regained consciousness. Being able to sense the boy's panic, Cale sent out his calming aura, making the haggard face look up to stare at him.

Before Donghoon could make a sound, Cale brought his right forefinger to the lips that carved a smile.

Donghoon was silent for a moment, looking directly into a pair of reddish-brown eyes that rippled warmly at him. The teenager then nodded with his body starting to tremble. He was torn between tears and relief. That his heart whispered he was safe with this kind red-haired man.

"-what is your real motive?" At Dokja's question, Cale looked back. He patted the boy's shoulder once more.

We will meet again later. Donghoon nodded hesitantly, returning to his usual behavior to avoid suspicion.

On the other hand, somewhat afraid and stuttering, the older brown-haired man replied:

"Umh-to form an alliance with you, Yoo Jonghyuk-nim!" Seeing him unconvinced, Sungkook continued.

"A-alliance is just a term... w-we're under your command and-" His eyes glanced at Cale, before smiling confidently.

"-we can help you protect your lover, Hanibaram-nim!"

Silence.

Dokja refrained from pulling out his sword and shouting at this ignorant bastard that Hanibaram, his dear Cale Henituse, was not the DAMN LOVER of Yoo-asshole-Jonghyuk.

But, right now, he was playing the role of 'Yoo Jonghyuk'... maybe later he would shout that protest at that mf.

"If you want to ally with me, shouldn't you explain your identity properly, bastard?" grumbled Dokja mimicking Yoo Jonghyuk's condescending look. And so the conversation flowed, following the reader's game.

Cale then drew some conclusions from the conversation.

That the reader of this 'world' was not just Kim Dokja, but there were many other readers who were commonly called 'Prophets'. They called this world's 'novel' a revelation. Hearing the 9th word that stopped reading... does that mean that the content of the novel was so much that many readers stopped?

That means, there must be readers who know more-

-RUMBLE.

"JUNG HEEWON-SSI!"

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Through this, Dokja shared the outline of the conversation he had with Sungkook and Minseob.

Cale listened carefully, as he did not enter with Dokja earlier, keeping watch with Hyunsung and Heewon so that the two would not be too suspicious of 'Yoo Jonghyuk', due to his trusting attitude towards 'Hanibaram', despite being believed to be his lover.

Their current destination, Changsin Station, was not under the control of Dongmyo Station. Sungkook informed Dokja that there was another group of 'Prophets' who called themselves the '12 Apostles'. The more he listened to the situation Dokja described, the more complicated the problems they would face became.

It was clearer, but very troublesome. That the reality of the 'novel' could be changed not just by one person, but by more than that and could be corrupted to cause more problems.

His resting time may be reduced :/

[Jung Heewon: I guess, we'll be here for a while, right? To gather information about the future that these 'Prophets' know...]

[Kim Dokja: No need. We'll take care of them today.]

Everyone fell silent and assessed Dokja.

[Kim Dokja: The mastermind of all this is up to something.]

Cale nodded at this.

[Cale Henituse: Dokja-hyungnim is right. Aside from the Tyrant King, there's something odd about these Apostles. ]

All three pairs of eyes were now focused on Cale. The redhead closed his eyes for a moment, inhaled and exhaled. With a calm look, he looked at the faces of his companions in this world one by one.

[Cale Henituse: I suspect a few things.] The young man with reddish-brown eyes raised one finger.

[Cale Henituse: The ones spreading rumors about me are these Apostles. Their goal is to make Jonghyuk-hyungnim obey them. ] His head tilted with a thoughtful expression.

[Cale Henituse: This weapon that Sungkook-ssi and Minseob-ssi said, I believe is the Apostle's doing. ]

[Lee Hyunsung: Why is that, Cale-ya?]

[Cale Henituse: Isn't it obvious? That right now, the Apostle is controlling the information network? Where did these Prophets get the information about 'Hanibaram' if not the Apostles who already know more about future revelations? ]

Everyone nodded at Cale's explanation.

[Jung Heewon: So, what do we do? Are we going to keep following this Sungkook? Doesn't it sound like a trap? ]

[Lee Hyunsung: I feel like something else is going on too. ] Cale nodded with a small smile on his face.

[Cale Henituse: I guessed it. They must be on their way to Chungmuro right now.]

Everyone automatically glanced at the red head.

Dokja, on the other hand, gaped mentally. He marveled at Cale's analytical skills that could read the extent of the impact that would occur. It would be terrifying if Cale were to appear in a TWSA novel as an enemy.

[Cale Henituse: Because of that, I've put up some protection in case they attack. I've also warned Pildu-ssi about this along with Sangah-noona. ]

Heewon was completely stunned by Cale's explanation. The woman then smiled widely, moving closer to half-hug Cale with her right hand ruffling the genius dongsaeng's red hair.

[Jung Heewon: Uri dongsaeng is the best! ]

[Lee Hyunsung: So, what should we do? Go back to Chungmuro or? ]

[Kim Dokja: We'll go to the Prophet's meeting and see the weapon in question. ] Heewon made an uncertain, almost worried face.

[Jung Heewon: Are you sure, Dokja-ssi? You heard from Cale yourself that it was a trap. ]

The reader sighed and nodded.

[Kim Dokja: I know that. It's just that, if left unchecked, many rumors will spread, creating a chaotic atmosphere in the future. ] Black starry eyes looked at each face in front of him with firm conviction.

[Kim Dokja: For now, it's still within our control. We can retaliate against them. However, in the future, it will become more destructive and uncontrollable. ]

Cale nodded in agreement with Dokja's thoughts.

It's better to directly pull out the root of the problem so that it doesn't sprout other problems. Although it was high risk, there was no chance of repeating the same effect in the future.

[Kim Dokja: We'll attack tonight. ]

Everyone nodded seriously.

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[Kim Dokja's POV]

They were taken to Anguk Station.

If he managed to capture the flag from this station, then the stations he had already occupied would become 10 stations.

His eyes glanced at Cale for a moment, thinking back to Cale's very calm behavior from the beginning until now.

For someone who was considered a 'big shot' in the revelation, Cale accepted it casually and without any problems. The young man also did not ask about things like his death, what would happen, or who they should recruit or avoid.

So far, Cale had taken to watching with a calm and analytic eye. If we asked him what the redhead was thinking, he would answer in an outline. Not necessarily lying to be honest and not too honest to lie.

It was like looking into one's own reflection.

Vaguely, they heard some voices approaching.

"Jonghyuk-hyungnim?" Giving a small gasp, Dokja with Jonghyuk's face blinking twice looked up at the master of his mind who was now looking confused.

"Is there something on my face?" Huh?

"Eiiyy, you're staring too long, Jonghyuk-ssi!" teased Heewon with raised eyebrows. Hyunsung smiled amusedly by the demon woman's side.

[The Constellation 'Demon-like Judge of Fire' is smiling so sweetly!]

"It's nothing, Cale." Reddish brown eyes blinked uncertainly.

"Are you sure, hyungnim?" Dokja nodded and smiled so softly, making Sungkook and Minseob who had come with them gasp.

"Whoah! Is this the face that Yoo Jonghyuk famously makes when he sees his lover?" An imaginary intersection appeared on the right side of Dokja's head.

... about this 'lover' shit again-!

[The Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' grunts.]

Why the heck did this one constellation always react mockingly to those rumors?!

And why did he forget to protest and take it out on Sungkook earlier?!

"Looks very handsome, doesn't he? With a smile like that, he could easily pass the censors as a Green Flag character..." Minseob murmured in awe, blushing slightly at the mystic-eyed youth at Dokja's side.

Bastard, where are you looking?

[The Constellation 'Queen of the Darkest Spring' chuckles in favor of jealousy!]

"Yo, Number 1089!" greeted one of the station's occupants. Minseob turned his head and greeted back.

"Yo, Number 763-hyung!"

Dokja waited out the pleasantries of both parties until their gazes were fixed on his group. Particularly on himself, who was now crossing his arms with his head tilted slightly. His wavy black hair fell across his jawbone and nose.

"W-whoah..."

"W-what is it...?"

"H-he's just as handsome as described!" The whispers of Prophet, who was present, made the corners of Dokja's eyebrows twitch again.

The one who had originally greeted Minseob then bowed respectfully, "It's an honor to meet you, Yoo Jonghyuk-nim!" The brunette then glanced at Cale at Dokja's side, a blush on his cheeks ("bastard!" Thought KDJ), and bowed again. Deeper this time.

"It's a great honor to meet you, Hanibaram-nim! Thank you for being a place for Yoo Jonghyuk-nim to lean on in his difficult times! You're the best lover ever!"

... huh?

Vaguely, he could feel Heewon trying hard to hold back her laughter. Hyunsung looked down to avoid the gaze while Cale put on a blank, uncomprehending face.

[The Constellation 'Demon-like Judge of Fire' had an instant dilemma!]

"Hanibaram-nim? Isn't he at Hyeongwa Station?"

"That's just a rumor!"

"He's definitely with his lover, Jonghyuk-nim! He won't leave Hanibaram-nim alone!"

Huh? What the hell did you say?

"So pretty!"

"Is his red hair real?"

"Yoo Jonghyuk-nim, meet me Number 998!"

"I'm Number 1055!"

"Nice to meet you!"

The increasing crowd became uncomfortable. Dokja glanced at Cale who was frowning, trying to get away from some of the Prophets who were beginning to dare to try and touch him. Reflexively, the undercover reader pulled the red-haired youth into his half embrace.

Hands protectively grasped the right side of Cale's slender waist.

[The Constellations that doted on the Incarnation 'Cale Henituse' hissed at the pests to stay away!]

The blue screen notifications that appeared were so numerous, almost covering Cale and Dokja from the Prophets' view.

"Oh no! We're getting too close to his lover!"

"So possessive! Kyaakkk!"

Dokja refrained from lashing out. It was like he was adding oil to the Jonghyuk-Cale estranged couple rumors! Damn it! Bastards! Assholes-!

"-your actions against King Asmodeus were outstanding, Yoo Jonghyuk-nim-" And this speaker introduced himself as Number 1168. This guy must have read quite far, more than 50 chapters I guess.

Among the Prophets, this man is probably the one who has read the most. They knew about Hanibaram clearly from the Apostles. If they didn't. Maybe the Apostle leader was the mastermind of all this.

"Lee Hyunsung-nim?! Is that you, The Steel Sword Lee Hyunsung-nim?!"

"Wow... your muscles are like steel!"

"H-huh? Why are you saying that-?" Hyunsung blushed bright red at the Prophets' insistent praise.

"Aren't you Admiral Lee Jihye the famed sword apprentice of Yoo Jonghyuk-nim-?!"

"Not me, bitch." Heewon's face already had a sullen and annoyed expression on it.

Unable to stand the sudden crowd, Dokja let out the strongest aura he had ever released.

"Shut up." Silence fell over the station. Everyone suddenly trembled under the pressure of the 'Protagonist's' power. Even Sungkook and Minseob knew Dokja's true identity.

"Where's the 'weapon' you're referring to?"

A familiar Meteorite was shown to him.

Cale at Dokja's side suddenly tensed up. His reddish-brown eyes widened as his face began to pale.

"There's something moving inside, hyungnim," Cale murmured, trying to act natural even though his voice was already trembling.

The weapon in question was beyond Dokja's expectations.

Shouldn't this Red Meteorite be at the 4th Regressions level of knowledge? Where did that damn bastard get the Meteorite from? And to his knowledge, the Meteorite was the theme of Main Scenario #5...

Shit !

"We have to get out of here!" Ignoring the other prophets' confusion and urging, Dokja dragged Cale away along with his two companions. Seeing Dokja's party suddenly rush out, Sungkook and Minseob blindly followed him.

However, a red barrier appeared just before they exited in time.

[The Constellation 'Black Abyssal Flame Dragon' began to blink his eyes interested in the current situation.]

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"Dokja-ssi-" Damn !

Everyone became alarmed at the sight of a wide crack crushing the Meteorite's surface. The reader immediately brought Cale behind him in a protective manner.

What a fool he was! Why go into the trap if they already knew what they were getting into? The risk was not worth it! With their current strength, it was far different from the level of Main Scenario Disaster #5-!

"Dokja-hyungnim." Everyone turned to look at Cale, who was now looking straight into the starry black eyes of the man protecting him. There was a complicated look there, before the redhead sighed. The possessor of natural strength stepped to Dokja's right side and grasped his hand tightly.

[The Constellation 'Demon-like Judge of Fire' is moved by the affection between the two Incarnations!]

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[The Constellation 'Prisoner of the Golden Headband' nods happily at the power of Friendship!]

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"What fools we were, weren't we?" said Cale, staring at the chaos in front of him with a nostalgic look. Like every war plan he predicted to go according to plan, it had failed and even led them to suffer defeat.

"But-"

The meteorite broke apart. A familiar-shaped monster came out of it.

[The Tier Five Fire Dragon species 'Lesser Igneel Dragon' has been unleashed!]

"-together we must take responsibility for our choices, right, Dokja-hyungnim?" To his surprise, all Dokja could see at this moment was Cale's face smiling down at him.

The golden firelight that emanated from it made the aura on Cale's face create a strange inner peace. His reddish-brown eyes, now glistening golden with the dragon's golden dust, were the most beautiful eyes Dokja had ever seen.

Cale broke eye contact, turning to look at the Dragon with a cold gaze. There was something visible in his eyes that disappeared to be replaced with a different aura.

Following Hanibaram's gaze, he realized that the Dragon seemed frozen. A slit gaze of light focused directly on them.

Or rather on Cale Henituse.

"Cale?"

[Stigma of 'The Guardian of Creatures' is turned on!]

The ferocity that had originally surrounded the monster was, or so Dokja felt, beginning to decline?

[Stigma of 'The Father of a Dragon' is turned on!]

Everyone dodged with screeches, shouts and panic as the Igneel Dragon began to emerge from the Meteorite shell. It slowly approached Cale's group.

[Stigma of 'Dragon Relatives' is turned on!]

As everyone watched with bated breath at the slowly descending Dragon, a Dokkaebi appeared.

As Dokja had expected, due to the abnormally difficult scenario, it was bound to interfere with the Dokkaebi Administration Bureau.

However, the help the reader expected did not come. Instead, they left the difficulty level without reducing it.

[Hidden Scenario 'United You Die, Divided You Die'

Category: Hidden/Secret

Difficulty: A

Completion : Hunt down the target 'Lesser Dragon Igneel' or survive all attacks within the time limit.

Time Limit: 20 minutes

Compensation: 3000 coins

Failure: Death.

*there is special secret information in this mission ]

And just as the bastard Dokkaebi disappeared, so did the frozen Dragon move again.

"Damn it! Everyone, start running clockwise!"

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[Cale Henituse's POV]

Although people now saw it as a monster, what Cale saw at this moment was the figure of a majestic creature that he had not seen for a long time. Although they had different body forms, they were still one species, the 'Dragon'.

Raon.

Cale's heart was clenched by the strong sense of longing that hit him suddenly.

Then Eruhaben-nim.

Trembling. Cale's footsteps felt out of place.

The stigma that was originally weakened became even stronger.

If indeed this creature in front of him was some kind of Dragon... Cale remembered clearly. From Glutton's words that explained one by one the Attributes, Stigmas, and other Skills, there were 'four' of them related to Dragons.

The first was Dominating Aura.

Then, the Stigma of The Guardian of Creatures, which includes all kinds of races.

The Father of a Dragon Stigma, which he obtained as a guardian of Raon.

As well as the Stigma of Dragon Relatives, due to his relationship with Eruhaben and Lord Sheritt.

And as far as he remembered from the theory he was pondering, 'Stigma' was a kind of title from a story or experience that was experienced and had an effect related to anything referred to by the title.

"-get on the platform!" Cale blinked out of his thoughts, dragged along with Dokja who entered the platform separately from Hyunsung and Heewon.

"Activate the shield!"

[Absolute Protection has been activated!]

Cale's eyes widened as he saw firsthand the moment the fire attack hit their platform.

↾ Cale! The fire! I feel Cheapskate shaking here, Cale! ⇃

The red-haired master winced at Glutton's exclamation. As they discussed, there were certain circumstances that could be the key to recovering his ancient power. And don't tell me receiving fire from this dragon was the trigger-?

↾ I think so, Cale. But, take it easy! I'll protect us!⇃ Cale could feel Glutton's power starting to surround his body.

"-let me introduce myself once again. I am known as Number 1195." Cale's reddish-brown eyes glanced coldly at the other foreign brown-haired man.

[The Constellation 'Demon-like Judge of Fire' gave the pest a deathly glare!]

"I am the 5th Apostle-"

As the barrier broke, Cale grabbed Dokja's arm. Bringing the attention automatically to himself.

"Jonghyuk-hyungnim. I have a plan." Sensing the Apostle's gaze, Dokja chuckled and brought Cale behind him. Blocking the man's view of Hanibaram.

Dokja's repeated actions made Cale blink his eyes twice. Stifling a smile at another protective gesture, it reminded Cale of his family.

"Explain in Group Chat, Cale."

"What's your motive? You want a favor from me?"

[Cale Henituse: Everyone. Listen to me carefully. ]

Everyone gasped, taking a quick glance at Cale as he moved away from Igneel's Dragon-patterned attack.

"Haha. All of this is to save you, Yoo Jonghyuk-nim. Together with your lover, Hanibaram. How about it?"

[Cale Henituse: I'll be the Dragon's distraction. While you try to attack the weakest point or find a way out. ] Dokja's hand holding him was clenched tightly.

[Lee Hyunsung: That's too risky, Cale! We can't have you as bait anymore! ]

[Jung Heewon: Right! Don't act stupidly! Our safety is the top priority! ]

"Sounds like a lie to me," Dokja hissed with a cold face, as Cale, who had begun to strengthen his stigma, also wore his fire attribute.

[Cale Henituse: I have a skill related to Dragons. I can use it on that Dragon. ]

[Kim Dokja: Are you sure that skill can work at different levels? ] Cale nodded slowly.

[Cale Henituse: Even if it's weak, a small influence can create opportunities. ] The reddish-brown eyes now looked determinedly at Dokja.

"And when that happens, do whatever you plan to do, hyungnim." Ignoring the Apostle, Cale pulled Dokja close and then stood on tiptoe to bring their foreheads together.

[The Constellation 'Demon-like Judge of Fire' observed the solemn moment in silence.]

Suddenly, chaos could be heard writhing in the landscape of the two's world.

The warm glint in Cale's eyes made Dokja's heart race.

"I trust you, Dokja-hyungnim."

Choked but filled with a sense of duty, he turned back to the Apostle.

"The 'Cyan Ice Pill' item, we can use that to hunt down this Dragon, Yoo Jonghyuk-nim." Cale squinted at the arrogant bastard's unpleasant smile.

"-that's why I need your help, Yoo Jonghyuk-nim."

"And if I refuse?" The Apostle's eyes darted towards Cale, a smirk on his face.

"Your lover will die." Dokja's hands clenched into fists at his sides. Cale snorted, gripping Dokja's hand tightly, begging the man not to be swayed.

And the man continued to babble out information that Cale had already roughly guessed. They also dared to threaten 'Yoo Jonghyuk', who was believed to be the 'Protagonist' of this world.

"Who is your 'Ruler'? And when did he 'stop'?" The Apostle laughed in between rants.

"They kind of hate being called that, you know. Because they are the only ones who have read all the 'revelations'."

"They also know your past and future."

Hearing this, Dokja stopped running. And that moment was also code for Cale to act.

Glutton.

↾ Ready, Cale! ⇃

The redhead came to a halt beside Dokja, directly facing the disaster dragon who was beginning to emit a golden glow in his mouth.

"Cale!"

"Cale! No! STAY AWAY!"

[Stigma 'The Guardian of Creatures' is turned on!]

[Stigma of 'The Father of a Dragon' is turned on!]

[Stigma of 'Dragon Relatives' is turned on!]

"Yoo Jonghyuk-nim? Hanibaram-nim? Why did you guys stop?"

Dokja gradually began to smile. His grip on Cale's hand began to tighten.

It's okay.

Hanibaram is by my side.

... everything will be fine-

"Did you forget about my 'Stigma'?" Their grip loosened as Dokja began to walk toward the dragon. Having Cale guarding his back.

"Where are you going?! COME BACK! YOU DARE LEAVE YOUR LOVER-!"

"I'm not afraid of death. I just need to start over," Dokja laughed. The reader grinned.

"If you've read the 'revelation', you should know the answer to whatever question you're thinking, right?"

"SHIT! EVERYONE STOP YOO JONGHYUK!"

[Personal Attribute 'The Indestructible Shield/Wood (Lv.???)' is activated!]

The familiar shield enveloped Dokja's form, which was already darting toward the dragon's attack.

[The 5th level 'Lesser Igneel Dragon' Species Fire Dragon has used the skill 'Flame of Destruction'!]

Cale grinned weakly as he read the notification.

↾ Now, activate everything, Cale! ⇃

Raising both hands, he activated all the skills in question.

[Personal Attribute 'The Sound of the Wind/Wind (Lv.???)' is activated!]

[Personal Attribute 'Fire of Destruction/Fire (Lv.???)' is activated!]

[Personal Attribute 'Sky Eating Water/Water (Lv.???)' is activated!]

A combined elemental form began to take shape in Cale's hands. It shone just as beautifully as the Dragon in front of him.

[The Constellation 'Abyssal Black Flame Dragon' begins to tremble with pleasure at the battle!]

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[The Constellation 'Prisoner of the Golden Headband' is astonished at the powerful Incarnation 'Cale Henituse'!]

Heh... I'm not that strong, Constellation-nim.

[Exclusive Skill 'Dominating Aura (Lv.???)' is activated!]

[Attribute Trait 'The Indestructible Shield/Wood (Lv.???)' is activated!]

What Cale needed now was to 'calm down' the Dragon by presenting a figure stronger than him. With his 'Gluttonous Nature', he would chisel away the Dragon's fire power to unlock the Cheapskate. Then using the Dominating Aura and the three Stigmas, it would present Cale as a figure that is just as mighty as the Dragon.

When the attack was about to strike Dokja, Cale tried with all his might to deflect it with the wind. It was somewhat successful, hitting Cale's side, which collided with his combined strength and had a very hot impact.

However, the familiar cry that began to echo in his mind drove away the heat and pain in his heart.

"CALE!"

"I'M OKAY, HYUNGNIMDEUL! NOONIM!" Reddish-brown eyes glanced at Dokja who had successfully placed a flag on the pole of Anguk Station.

[You have occupied 10 stations!]

[Your 'Brown Flag' value has increased!]

[You have completed the 'Rulers Path' Scenario...]

Cale observed Dokja intensely, who was looking at the notification in front of him. And at the Dragon who was starting to turn its attention towards the widening reddish-brown eyes.

But no.

"Lesser Igneel Dragon-nim!" The Dominating Aura emanated violently. Delivering the storm of nature's fury, which represented the presence of a majestic figure in Cale's world.

With pain beginning to circle his plates, Cale brought up all the scents of his natural attributes forcefully. However, his eyes were determined to look at the Lesser Igneel Dragon sharply.

Although it was brief, it was certain that the Dragon was affected by his power. However, the creature still turned its head towards Dokja and its mouth was opened by his skill.

Cale's reddish-brown eyes widened, realizing that Dokja had not moved from his spot.

No...

[The Constellation 'Demon-like Judge of Fire' shouts to dodge!]

The reader's figure then turned around, facing Cale directly. There was a gentle smile on his 'Yoo Jonghyuk' face. However, it was still Kim Dokja's face that he saw. His black, starry eyes that could not be matched with anything were shining, asking for understanding.

No... not in front of him...

[Many Constellations hold their breath!]

"DOKJA-SSI! WHAT ARE YOU DOING?! YOU-! FUCKING DODGE! DODGE!"

"DOKJA-SSI!"

It was instantly quiet in Cale's world.

"Dokja... hyungnim?"

And seconds before the flames attacked Dokja, he read the man's lips as he said.

"Wait for me to come home, Hanibaram."

And the flames devoured Cale's first savior in this world, ruthlessly and mercilessly. Leaving no ashes behind.

"NO!"

The heart of nature cried out in despair, anger, disappointment and sadness. His vision blurred as his breath caught and his heart was wracked with intense emotions. Memories of Dokja and his family came flooding back, overlapping each other to create an overwhelming 'shock' within Cale.

Still immersed in the feeling of devastation, the fire that consumed Kim Dokja then began to spin strangely. It created a certain pattern and moved around the red-haired youth.

↾ ... Cale-! The Cheapskate has-! ⇃

The circling pattern of flames then began to take shape and settle on his two earlobes. The wind blew, fluttering his fiery bright red hair, and revealing to the world a pair of reddish tassel earrings with garnet gems that shone brightly in the power of the flames.

['Foreign Existence' looks gently at you.]

↾ ... -who the fuck made OUR Cale sad, HUH-?! ⇃

Items made of fire glittered magnificently.

↾... BASTARD! LET'S fuckin' DESTROY IT ALL! ⇃

All eyes watched as the flames around the Dragon seemed to be devoured by Cale.

[The Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' observed with a small smile.]

Jung Heewon and Lee Hyunsung watched with stunned expressions.

Their dongsaeng looked very majestic with his tassel earrings. Glazed eyes flashed with never-before-seen emotions and a strong sense of protection emanating from the young man. Both of them almost shed tears seeing the determination on Cale's face right now-

"Uh, isn't that Representative-nim...?"

All eyes turned, seeing the familiar figure running away from the dragons attack in a state of...

"Dokja-hyung-?"

"CALE! CLOSE YOUR HOLY EYES!"

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[Kim Dokja's POV]

[The 'King of No Killing' privilege has been activated.]

In the strange darkness, Kim Dokja woke up with a sharp jolt and a gasp for breath.

Burning to death is very painful. I-I just burned to death-!

[The exclusive skill 'Fourth Wall' had compensated a little for the mental trauma experienced.]

Fourth Wall... There's something strange about this skill. TWSA has now become real and I'm living in it, but this 'wall' always appears...

His eyes then flickered to the memory of Cale's face before his consciousness was consumed by the fire.

Dokja's heart throbbed painfully.

As two jeweled reddish-brown eyes glazed over, staring at him with an expression of loss, devastation and deep sorrow, a strong sense of guilt rose in his heart. One that even the 'Fourth Wall' skill could not avoid or alleviate.

Cale Henituse, Hanibaram, whom he promised to always be with, the man whom nature loved, whom he had even promised to share his sorrow with... he had become one of the causes for those feelings to arise.

It felt like a raw betrayal to Dokja.

[-Death has freed your consciousness from the limitations of the body.]

[The exclusive skill 'Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint Lv. 3' has been activated.]

Huh? What is this? Error?

And before he had time to react, Dokja found himself in a place that was familiar yet different from what he had experienced before.

... is this Chungmuro?

Dokja stared blankly at how Sangah was interacting normally with Gong Pildu, while Gilyoung was fast asleep on the big man's lap. Several others also joined the conversation with a friendly atmosphere.

How did I suddenly see the 'scene' at Chungmuro station? Is it because of this Omniscient skill?

He then gasped as everyone straightened their bodies suddenly. Sensing an impromptu attack, but at the same time activating the shield that Cale had told him about earlier.

"Everyone get ready in your respective positions!" exclaimed Gong Pildu, hands beginning to glow red as he activated the skill.

"Let's use the formation that we practiced this morning!" Sangah said in a firm, authoritative voice.

"Group A to the front of the Turret! Group B to the center of the armed zone and group C to guard Pildu-ssi!"

Along with the help of Cale's shield that blocked monsters from entering the Chungmuro arena, Gong Pildu and several Incarnations with long-range skills attacked.

"So, 'Hamelan Flute' wasn't enough?" Dokja turned his head as quickly as his ears could hear an unfamiliar voice. His eyes widened as he saw a crowd of unknown people enter the Chungmuro area and separate with Cale's shield.

Dokja's eyes widened as he realized the identity of the newcomers. The Ruler Apostle!

He watched as the group tried to provoke Dokja's party. And when it tried to attack, Cale's shield was still as strong as ever.

"Damn, this fucking shield-"

"There's no mistaking it. It belongs to Yoo Jonghyuk's lover," said a voice, sporting a smirk beneath his black cloak. Dokja's eyebrows twitched again.

He was really annoyed by this baseless rumor, you know.

"Then-" a bluish mulish object was removed from the robe. Dokja's eyes widened as he realized what item the cloaked man was holding.

Bomb of Destruction Mana?!

And the effect was immediate. Cale's shield slowly cracked, lacking a mana count that was no match for his attacker. Veins began to appear on the sides of the reader's jaw, forehead and fists.

That bastard... the 'Ruler' of the Apostles.

The effects of the explosion caught everyone off guard. Dokja watched as the disgusting fat bastard began to approach the nearest person, Sangah and grabbed her light brown hair.

"I don't recognize you. You're not one of the main characters... so useless NPC, right?" a smirk appeared on his face.

"Useless NPCs have one job, which is to do nothing." The grip tightened.

"Or.. to die."

And as Sangah's hazel brown orbs stared directly at him, Kim Dokja froze.

What... how could that be? Sangah-ssi seemed to be looking at me and asking for help... did she see me? No... but-

[Exclusive Skill 'Fourth Wall' is slightly shaken.]

Even if Sangah-ssi is a character who has no role... still, there's no reason to die because of being considered a mere 'NPC'...!

[Due to too strong emotions, the effect of the Exclusive Skill 'Fourth Wall' was slightly suppressed.]

[Due to excessive emotion, the skill level of 'Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint' increased greatly.]

Ah.. why do I feel dizzy? Damn! This is not the time...

....

Huh?

What's going on? Why do I feel like stepping on the floor?

And how can everyone... can they see me? No. How did I end up in Chungmuro? I... should be by Cale's side!

With various questions running through his mind, his hand moved to take out the sword and pierce the head of the bald fatty who hurt Sangah-ssi. He then crouched down, protectively pointing his sword that was now emitting a bluish glow.

"You... who are you?" Dokja's eyes, which were in Yoo Jonghyuk's, stared apathetically at the enemy.

"I'm Yoo Jonghyuk." The eyes flashed with a thick murderous air and cold rage.

"And all of you-" Dokja scrutinized the bastard Ruler closely.

"-will die."

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[Third Person's POV]

Then the view was cut off.

All the skills that momentarily collided and increased drastically, disappeared in a single blink. At the same time, the error was fixed and the rights of the 'King of No Killing' were restored.

A strong heartbeat, clear vision, and the heat he felt.

Kim Dokja was revived.

"Ack! Hot!" He gasped, feeling the flames almost devour his bare arms.

His mind then began to wander about whatever had happened before he was revived. And Dokja was sure that, for a moment, he was inside Yoo Jonghyuk's body, right? Ugh. I hope that doesn't happen again in the future. Being Yoo Jonghyuk...

Although on the one hand he was relieved that the man honored the promise. Where after collecting 10 flags, they will gather again. Although he didn't know why that man was with Chungmuro, still the protagonist was helping to protect Chungmuro.

[-you have used 100 Karma Points.]

Ah yes, the bonus of the title rights and-

CALE!

Dokja's face turned to scan the entire station that was on the verge of collapse. Looking for the redhead he was so worried about.

"Uh, isn't that Representative-nim...?" Sungkook's voice made him look at Heewon, Hyunsung and the other two Prophets who were now staring at him in surprise. Then, before he could speak, the Dragon's hand lashed out at him, nearly injuring his smooth body.

"Ack! Why do all my items have to be burned to the ground-!" protested the black-haired man angrily to the Dragon.

"Dokja-hyungnim?"

Stunned, the summoned master turned to the origin of the voice. His eyes widened at the sight of the redhead's new look that had a golden glow at the ends of his hair, as if smoldering like twisting flames. The symbol of Galadriel's Headdress was also brightly displayed along with the necklace item.

However, what caught his attention was the pair of tassel earrings in Cale's ears. The red gems were shining a beautiful reddish color and there was a golden pearl-like pile underneath that covered the top of the red tassel.

"DOKJA-SSI! YOU HAVE TO FIND THE PLATFORM-!"

"CALE!"

Their gaze was interrupted as Dokja saw that the Dragon was getting ready to attack again. He quickly ran toward Cale. The platforms closest to them amounted to 2-!

The fire attack was blocked by absolute defense. The reader breathed a sigh of relief, then looked back at Cale who was still staring at him with an expression of disbelief. There was a sparkle of restrained tears that made the jeweled reddish-brown eyes sparkle beautifully, with the warmth Dokja had missed so much.

"For a moment... I thought hyungnim was leaving-" the younger man whispered, his voice sounding a little shaky. The dark-haired man shook his head, giving a small, gentle smile of reassurance.

"As Cale saw, I'm fine." Cale could hardly believe what he was seeing now.

Dokja was still intact in front of him.

It was as if the figure devoured by the fire had not happened. As soon as the fire consumed him and disappeared, in the next second Dokja was back there in a state of-

"Uh..." following the direction of Cale's eyes, Dokja froze, just realizing that he was NAKED NOW-! ARGH!

He flipped over instantly, face red as a tomato, hugging himself. His pride fell instantly at the sight of his undignified state that did not deserve to be seen by Hanibaram's holy eyes! Not in front of his IDOL!

"I-I have clothes in my space bag-"

"Dokja-ssi! Huwaaa!"

"Dokja-ssi! Cale-ya!"

Their conversation was interrupted as Heewon and Hyunsung ran up to them. There was a look of disbelief on their faces with eyes glistening with stifled tears.

"Dokja-ssi! How-?! I thought you were-" everyone froze as they looked down at Dokja.

They held a solemn moment of silence.

Hyunsung's hand reflexively reached for the waistband of his pants.

"No, Hyunsung-ssi. That's too much," Dokja refused speechlessly.

"CALE! CLOSE YOUR HOLY EYES!" Heewon's immediate reaction was to try to cover their dongsaeng's beautiful eyes.

Dokja shakily refrained from punching the damn woman-

[The Constellation 'Demon-like Judge of Fire' stares at the screenshot in her hand with a stunned face.]

[The Constellation 'Prisoner of the Golden Headband' gave an understanding look, widely smiling at the size of the Incarnation 'Kim Dokja'.]

[The Constellation 'Secretive Plotter' was surprised at the unexpected size...]

[The 'Abyssal Black Flame Dragon' Constellation glares at the Incarnation 'Kim Dokja's treasure!]

[The Constellation 'Abyssal Black Flame Dragon' has another contact to helping yours to big-]

"ARGH! ALL SHUT UP! SHUT FUCKIN' UP-!"

"Here, hyungnim."

Aahhh, his sweet and kind Cale!

Unlike Heewon who stared at his 'majesty' with a reproachful gaze and the constellations who unfilteredly commented on his! However, the heart of nature was politely and gently watching him! What's better than having Cale by his side?!

The redhead handed over a pair of clothes, a black turtleneck shirt with thin fabric, black pants, black boots and a dull gray cloak. While giving it to him, there was a certain look in Cale's reddish-brown eyes. It was nostalgic.

And as the Dragon began to cast his skills, they made a break for a run.

"Cale?! What are you doing?! We have to run-" The reddish-brown eyes glowed like embers. The young man shook his head.

"I'll try to block the flames, hyungnim."

"Huh?! Don't do that, Cale! Don't you see how that fire turns people to dust-?!" Heewon's protest was cut short by Cale's silence. Sungkook and Minseob, who had been riding along, glanced at the conversation with confused expressions.

"Cale-ya..." Hyunsung sounded so worried.

"Heewon-ssi is right, Cale. We have to go-! WATCH OUT EVERYONE-!" Dokja, who was still trying to put on his pants as fast as he could, then moved to protect Cale. Making himself a shield.

However, nothing happened.

There was a gasp.

What they saw now was something truly amazing.

Where the flames that were about to attack them, circled around Cale in a strange pattern, before entering into his hoop earrings.

↾ HAHAHAHAHAH-! AGAIN! AGAIN! SUCK IT ALL IN AND WE'LL FUCKIN' DESTROY IT ALL! ⇃

↾ Cale! I'll protect everyone-! ⇃

The fire was consumed by Cale. The garnett gems on his earrings glittered brightly, along with his shining red hair and a pair of burning eyes.

Cale Henituse stood, protecting Kim Dokja, with the majestic presence of the God of Fire and Destruction.

The mystic's face then turned, gazing at the reader with a warm glow in his eyes.

"Welcome back, Dokja-hyungnim."

....

Aah... no... Dokja's heart was racing now. Overwhelmed by feelings of adoration, devotion, and love. There was nothing he wanted to do now but hug the man whom nature loved. Or bowing down to worship him. Or kissing his hand. Or-

"Here."

Dokja's sword and the Chungmuro Flag were given to him by Cale's wind power. Gazing determinedly at the redhead once more, the reader looked at his party.

"Everyone! Listen to me! We have to fight that Dragon!"

For a moment, Sungkook and Minseob looked at Dokja as if he was crazy.

"The Apostles earlier brought Cyan Ice pills! I believe they're currently scattered on the floor!" Black starry eyes looked at Cale, who nodded at him. Although Cale's new skill or item looked great, there was definitely a limit to usage, judging by how tired the red-haired man's face was.

"While Cale distracts the dragon, collect as much as possible! This pill will help us kill the dragon!"

Cale, on the other hand, looked at the dragon in front of him with a sad heart.

That a creature as great and wise as a Dragon, had its dignity destroyed just like that by the Star Stream.

Even if it had a different existence from the Dragons in his world, it was still a species of Dragon, still related to Raon and Eruhaben. Jeweled reddish-brown eyes glanced at Dokja and the others. The reader must be up to something right now, judging by the blue notification in front of him.

[Stigma of 'The Guardian of Creatures' beats alive so strongly!]

The empathy issued from the title brought the Lesser Igneel Dragon's movements to a halt. For a moment, Cale could see the feelings felt by the Dragon.

Along with Dokja's sword which began to emit a blue glow, as well as the cold aura around the man, a strange golden light shot out from Cale towards the sword. Eyes with jeweled luster gazed understandingly at the Disaster in front of him.

Calm down.

Cale's inner mind began to imagine Raon and Eruhaben in the Dragon's place. The cheerful cry of 'Human!' and Eruhaben's affectionate murmur of 'unlucky bastard' that he longed to hear.

"Cale!"

Beautifully fluttering red hair and the smell of nature sent Dokja running towards the Dragon. The wind accompanied him, paving the way. And the shield that held back the dragon's attack, then the pattern of fire that surrounded the reader.

Cale's breath caught at the sight of Dokja.

His heart skipped a beat as his starry black eyes were brightened by his strength and determination.

Kim Dokja's eyes were so... beautiful.

"Free him, hyungnim!" Dokja nodded, increasing all the power in his Unbroken Faith, feeling very strong with Hanibaram's protection behind him.

We will free you from the pain.

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[Yoo Jonghyuk's POV]

"Master!" The call of the teenage girl at his side broke his reverie. What was going on? Why did Jonghyuk feel like he was a bit out of it and out of control? Shadowy black eyes narrowed unhappily.

Especially at the remaining three attackers.

He intended to return to Chungmuro because he couldn't wait to meet Cale. Especially with the flag already collected, the King's title and the preparations in place. There was no time to leave Cale with that annoying Prophet bastard.

"Ah? Who is this?! The real Yoo Jonghyuk-nim is here?" A robed man laughed, looking like their leader with a wide grin under his robe.

The real one...?

"Hm hm~ too bad! The bastard who messed up my plan isn't here. What's more-" Eyes curved with a mocking gleam, looking particularly pleased at the veins popping up around the protagonist's jaw and forehead.

"-where is your beloved redhead?" The sword glowed blue. The murderous aura intensified as the unknown bastard began to mention Cale's name.

"It must be your lover, Hanibaram whos with that bastard! Aren't you worried, Protagonist-nim?" Eyebrows furrowed in warning. Still refusing to give his precious voice to the people in front of him. Hanibaram? Cale?

"That your lover will die to a Lesser Igneel Dragon?" Dark black eyes now began to widen at the nonsense being spouted.

... what ?

Cale...?

His eyes then darted to look at the brown-haired woman, the dark brown-haired boy, the annoying fatty, and the rest of the residents of Chungmuro.

However, there was no sign of the Prophet, Hyunsung, the dark-haired woman, and Cale!

Where had that jerk taken Cale to?

Fighting a damn Dragon?

Hands clenched, the urge to kill exerted strong pressure.

... that bastard... will die.

"HAHAHAHAH! So, it's true, then! You're affected by the red-head's presence!"

In just the blink of an eye, the two subordinates who were taunting Cale were already cut down by him. Leaving only the black robe who stepped back, but his grin started to tremble and disappeared.

"-If you want your beloved to be safe, you can join me! I know a revelation that can protect your lover-!"

-SLASH.

Jonghyuk's black eyes apathetically watched the head roll. The head tilted slightly, as if questioning the sanity of the protagonist. Him? Cooperating with the person who was threatening Cale with death?

Snorting, Jonghyuk smirked. Satisfied to see fear starting to take over the eyes of the Avatar in front of him.

"Bullshit."

"I don't need you to protect Cale." The black eyes that seemed to be without a twinkle, gained a little light in them.

"Cale is mine to protect." He drew his sword, sending out a flare of power as a warning.

"Anyone who gets in the way, will die."

SEE YOU IN THE NEXT CHAPTER

Wow... I didn't expect this fic to reach over 100k words hahahah
Maybe 30 chapters will reach 200k =v=)7

Anyways, as always I hope you guys are satisfied with this chapter! 🥺🤧
The beginning was boring, but suddenly when I write the final scene, the imagination is getting better eheheh ಥvಥ)

The other fic is currently being typed (__🙏__)
I will do a boom update on Wattpad, then on Ao3 when all chapters are edited or proofread by beta reader
Thank you once again for everyone who has accompanied my fic journey 🥺🥰☺️💕
I hope these fics can bring some fun into your lives!🌻

Perhaps in the near future, there will be new fics joining this journey ☺️
Of course, the crossover with Cale and his new partner eheheheheh 😏🤌