Tired Of Living As An Omega

#119

 

‘Was Seo Eun-soo always like this?’

 

As I looked at Seo Eun-soo, who was holding onto my wrist and refusing to let go while pouting, I felt both bewildered and, strangely, found his jealous demeanor cute. Perhaps it was because of my own jealousy.

 

At this rate, you two will soon become a pair of cockroaches scurrying around~

 

I heard what sounded like Chan-young’s voice whispering in my ear, as if he had already ascended to nirvana. I finally managed to pry Seo Eun-soo off, who had been clinging to me tenaciously.

 

“I have no strength to look at anyone but Seo Eun-soo, you know?”

 

“…..Really?”

 

“It’s because it’s disrespectful to Baek Do-jun, Yoo Yi-seo, Chae Yoon-chan, Joo Tae-kang. After all, they confessed their feelings for me, and they’re working on the farm for my sake even though I didn’t ask them to. It just feels wrong.”

 

This world was now completely disconnected from the original work. Since I had bid farewell to Chan-young comfortably, I no longer had any reason to harbor resentment towards the four alphas who had cared for me.

 

Even the contract they had stubbornly insisted on signing to stay in my house now seemed like nothing more than scraps of paper.

 

What remained between the original protagonist and me were the labor and affection the alphas had dedicated to me. It might have been a bit overbearing, but it was manageable.

 

However, witnessing them being chased away one by one under Chairman Seong’s scheme troubled me. I couldn’t stand idly by, knowing that it might weigh on me later.

 

“At the very least, we should bid them a proper farewell before they leave.”

 

And I had to give them a response to their confession of affection, even if it meant rejection. It was only proper for the person who received the confession to respond in kind.

 

‘I’ve never been in such a situation before, so I’m not sure if I’ll handle it well…’

 

Still, I wanted to fulfill my duty to the alphas who had shown me affection to the best of my ability. It was a necessary step, especially since I had chosen Seo Eun-soo.

 

Seo Eun-soo seemed relieved by my resolute attitude and pulled my hand, pressing his face against it.

 

“In that case, do as you wish, Chan-young. I’ll go with you.”

 

“I’m fine going alone…”

 

“No, you can’t. If you go alone, they’ll never accept you.”

 

Seo Eun-soo insisted that he couldn’t compromise on this point, his eyes ablaze with determination. It seemed he was contradicting himself, but I couldn’t refute his argument.

 

‘I don’t think they will accept it easily…’

 

While they might not confront me directly, I felt exhausted at the thought of having to explain why and how things had ended up this way, according to basic principles.

 

“Alright, let’s go together.”

 

Seo Eun-soo’s face blossomed like a flower at my consent. Along with it came the strong scent of joy.

 

“I’ll protect you, Chan-young ssi, so they won’t dare say a word against you.”

 

Seeing Seo Eun-soo, with his pretty and determined face, making ominous threats, I felt even more uneasy. My stomach churned involuntarily. I felt like I needed to take some sort of remedy.

 

“No, it’s okay… I’ll handle it, so just stay by my side, Seo Eun-soo.”

 

Seo Eun-soo is neither innocent nor pure. Sometimes, there’s a subtle hint of madness that seems inherent to someone who has made a wish and returned. Even now, while he’s pretending to be cute and acting affectionate towards me, his sturdy physique and the flush in his cheeks betray a different side. Seo Eun-soo is more akin to a pit bull terrier than a Pomeranian.

 

“Will you give me a reward if I stay quiet?”

 

“Reward?”

 

What kind of reward is he talking about? Is this the usual repertoire of conversation for lovers? I wouldn’t know, as my only exposure to romance has been through books.

 

Seeing my confusion, Seo Eun-soo gently took my hand and squeezed it with his thumb. I could feel the warmth of his touch spreading through my fingers. Perhaps because he had confessed his feelings for me, I could sense a tingling sensation.

 

“We’re the same age, aren’t we?”

 

“Well… yes?”

 

Based solely on Seo Eun-soo and my ages as perceived by others, we are the same age. But in reality, I’m younger.

 

Up until now, we’ve always used formal titles when addressing each other. At first, it was because our relationship was strained, and then it was because of the dynamics between employer and employee. Until recently, I never even considered Seo Eun-soo and me becoming romantically involved.

 

OMG! Are we finally moving from ‘Chan-young ssi’ to ‘Chan-young ah’?!?!

 

Seo Eun-soo’s voice called out to me.

 

“!”

 

“…I would like to try calling you that.”

 

‘Urghhhhhh!’

 

When he called my name, it reminded me of a poetic verse about how someone becomes a flower when their name is called. But when Seo Eun-soo called my name, it felt more like a bomb exploding and coming straight at me. Just his voice calling my name had such destructive power; it felt like my heart would burst into pieces. It was so dangerous.

 

“P-Please don’t call me like that.”

 

My face flushed red, and I hastily waved my hands, retreating from Seo Eun-soo’s side. He looked crestfallen.

 

“Do you dislike it when I call you by your name?”

 

“No!”

 

“Then why?”

 

But I couldn’t bring myself to shout, “Because of you, I feel like I can’t breathe!” in front of Seo Eun-soo. For the first time, I deeply regretted being a lifelong single.

 

“N-Not now, later! Let’s agree to call me later.”

 

I wasn’t ready for it yet. The way Seo Eun-soo’s voice was filled with affection when he called me by my name made me feel impulsive, like I didn’t know what I might do if I kept listening.

 

“…Later.”

 

Now that I said it, I realized I was watching Seo Eun-soo’s reaction. We had both confessed our feelings for each other, so if I didn’t take the initiative, would he be upset?

 

But Seo Eun-soo remained calm. There was a subtle hint of amusement in his eyes. Why was he smiling?

 

“Okay, then. Let’s wait until Chan-young ssi decides it’s time to start using those terms.”

 

Relieved, but also feeling guilty towards Seo Eun-soo, I asked, “…Are you okay?”

 

“It’s fine. I have no desire to force anything onto someone I love.”

 

With Seo Eun-soo’s firm words, I realized why he was so accepting of my hesitance, despite being so forward with his affections towards me.

 

‘Ah… If I have memories of the original characters, then that makes sense.’

 

The title of the original novel,

<Unwanted Reversal>

wasn’t just applicable to Seong Chan-young. It applied to Seo Eun-soo as well.

 

Now I understood. Seo Eun-soo had never once desired the affection of the main characters. That’s why he showed such understanding towards me, based on his own experiences.

 

Seo Eun-soo smiled softly and pulled me into a gentle embrace. I could feel his heartbeat. Confirming that it was racing just like mine made me feel happy.

 

“It’s okay. I don’t want to rush our relationship. The fact that we met is a miracle in itself. What more could I ask for?” 

 

“Seo Eun-soo…”

 

My voice sounded strange. I didn’t like how it faltered, like that of someone on the verge of tears. Seo Eun-soo comforted me, kissing my forehead as he held me close.

 

“Let’s take it slow, us.”

 

“Okay!”

 

“Let’s clear that nose of yours.”

 

Oh no, was I really sniffling? In a panic, Seo Eun-soo handed me a tissue.

 

“Here, blow your nose.”

 

“I’m not a child, you know.”

 

“I know. But I want to do it for you.”

 

With a sparkling face like that, how could I refuse? Letting Seo Eun-soo wipe my nose for me, was that even okay?

 

Sneeze.

 

Well, it should be. He’s my boyfriend now. I had resolved to be firm in my heart, so I had to follow through in practice.

 

“That’s right, you did well.”

 

…Is my relationship progressing smoothly?

 

⚝ ⚝ ⚝

 

The hurdle we had to overcome as a couple wasn’t just the resistance from other alphas.

 

“Grandfather, I have something to tell you.”

 

“Well, Chan-young, speak your mind freely.”

 

We had to overcome the towering wall that was my foolishly doting grandfather, Chairman Seong.

 

“I’m sorry, Grandfather!”

 

Recently, Chairman Seong had been in a very good mood. The process of sending off the troublesome four alphas back to their hometown was proceeding smoothly, and his worries about his grandson had been alleviated.

 

As Chairman Seong leisurely sipped on his warm chamomile tea, it was hard to find even an ounce of concern in his mind. Even the warm sunlight seemed to bless him.

 

And now, I was about to disturb that peace.

 

“I’m in a relationship.”

 

“Hmm?”

 

“I’ve found someone to date, Grandfather.”

 

“What did you just say?”

 

“I’m dating Seo Eun-soo, the one who saved me!”

 

Suddenly, Chairman Seong’s warm spring expression turned into a cold winter in an instant. Of course, that sharp gaze wasn’t directed at me, but at Seo Eun-soo.

 

“While I did confess to Chan-young before, it was Chan-young who passionately expressed his affection for me after waking up, so we started dating.”

 

Seo Eun-soo blushed like a ripe peach, without any artificial coloring, surprising me with how quickly his cheeks could flush.

 

“Is that so…?”

 

Chairman Seong’s voice turned ominously cold, like a demon rising from hell. It took just five seconds for Seo Eun-soo, who was once regarded as a benefactor, to be branded as a troublemaker in his eyes.

 

“Yes. Since we are now in a relationship, I thought it was proper to inform Chairman Seong, the head of the household, so I brought Chan-young with me to speak to you.”

 

“Such a well-mannered young man,” Chairman Seong remarked sarcastically.

 

Seo Eun-soo let out a nervous laugh. Yeah, that was probably sarcasm. 

 

‘Can’t breathe!’

 

Chairman Seong’s demeanor grew increasingly menacing. I could feel the sharp pheromones directed solely at Seo Eun-soo, sending a chill down my spine.

 

“I thought you were a benefactor, but now you dare to lure my grandson…?” Chairman Seong’s anger seemed ready to unleash upon Seo Eun-soo.

 

Standing in front of Seo Eun-soo, I shouted defiantly, “The one who’s been lured is me!”

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