Chapter 30: Chapter 30

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“Wha-?! What do you think you’re doing?!”

There was a commotion over the phone, and then a new voice came through.

“Hello. This is Prosecutor Lee Na-eun from the Incheon Central District Prosecutor’s Office, Criminal Division Three.”

Her voice had the languid tone of someone fighting through their innate laziness, yet it also carried a subtle sensuality, as if holding back an intense desire. Comforting, yet provocative.

‘Well, this is fresh.’

I didn’t expect her to snatch the phone and speak to me directly. I had planned to visit anyway, but this voice-to-voice encounter beforehand wasn’t bad at all. Hearing someone’s voice first, before seeing their face, gives a different kind of impression.

“So, you figured out who I am, did you? Prosecutor Na-eun?” “I only know you’re called ‘Sir.’ For now. I’ll have confirmation soon enough.” “Is that so? Well, I don’t have much to say, then. You snatched the phone to talk to me—what is it you want to say? A thank-you, perhaps? I suppose I deserve it; that sexbot was pricey by common standards.” A reminder I threw out, but it didn’t seem to faze her.

“Are you coming here?” she asked. “Oh, I’ll be there. I plan to inspect you thoroughly, head to toe. I’ve been thinking about you a lot lately.” “I’m honored to hear that I’ve been on your mind. I’ll be waiting. Should I make coffee in the meantime?” “Plenty of sugar.”

I hung up, grinning.

“This woman is a real piece of work.”

She’s waiting for me? Even after I said I’d inspect her from head to toe? What is she playing at? Maybe Suah was right, and she really does have something else in mind.

“Well, regardless, I’ll have her dripping from head to toe.”

When you catch a wild animal, you need to tame it. If it’s useless, you eat it; if it’s useful, you train it as a hunting dog.

I brought Seo Eun-mi’s hand to my steadily hardening shaft.

“Stroke it gently.” “Yes, Sir.”

Just enough to keep it at full mast, Seo Eun-mi’s soft hands worked expertly.

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“You’re crazy! Are you out of your mind?!”

After the call ended, Emilia shouted, snatching her phone back.

“Do you know who that person is?!” “You seem pretty scared. Must be someone high up, huh?” “Of course!” “Well, I think we’ve gathered all we need. Since the person we’ve been searching for is on his way, let’s wait for him.”

Prosecutor Na-eun casually put down her papers, tore open a coffee mix packet, and stirred it by the water cooler.

“What are you doing now?” “I told him I’d make coffee.” “Oh, please. You’re giving that trash to him?” “If you think it’s trash, why’d you stock it here?” “For people like you who stress me out.” “Doesn’t seem like he stresses you out much. You got pretty worked up earlier. Should I be grateful for that?”

Na-eun tore open another packet, adding extra sugar. Emilia just shook her head, thinking, What kind of nutcase is this? and plopped down on the sofa.

“…The one who killed Jincheol… is on his way here…?” “What the hell’s wrong with him now?”

She sighed, watching Detective Song mumble to himself in a daze.

Buzz.

Her phone vibrated.

“Yes, hello.” “P-Prosecutor!!”

A frantic voice spoke. Investigator Yoo was panting on the other end.

“What’s going on?” “Y-You need to stop! Are you still at Rainbow Miracle?” “Yes. I just got off the phone with ‘Sir.’ Said he’s on his way. Feels like I’m finally going to see the sun through the clouds.” “!!!”

Investigator Yoo gasped. Instead of calling everything off and declaring innocence, she was actually waiting to meet the man himself in person.

He took a deep breath and yelled from his gut.

“The man behind this case is Go Group, Prosecutor! That ‘Sir’ you’re talking about is Go Mooyeol, the grandson of Go Young-man!” “Go Group?”

The hand stirring the coffee froze, her eyes widening slightly. Even when she’d found a sexbot sprawled in her bedroom, she hadn’t flinched. But this revelation seemed to affect her.

“This is beyond even you, Prosecutor! You need to get out of there, now!!”

For a moment, she stood still, lost in thought.

Go Group.

Even someone with no idea of how this society works could name the dominant force in the room. It’s Go Group.

Most people don’t know how it controls society specifically, but they know its influence is everywhere. Some scholars even suggest that Go Group’s loose grip extends over all of Asia, not just South Korea.

“Well… Seems like I’ve bitten off more than I can chew this time. I didn’t realize it was this big.” “What are you talking about? You need to—” “Thank you for your efforts. I don’t think we’ll be working together anymore.” “Prosecutor?” “Goodbye.” “Proc—”

She ended the call. The phone rang again, but she ignored it.

And as she resumed stirring her coffee, a faint warmth flickered in her expression.

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“Prosecutor…!!” “What did she say?” “…She thanked me….” “What?” “She said… we won’t be working together anymore…!!” “!!”

Investigator Yoo clenched his fist, biting his lip until it bled. Even after learning that his unshakeable Prosecutor Na-eun was up against a foe far beyond their reach, she stayed calm and bade farewell as he pleaded with her to withdraw.

She’s risking her life to uphold justice.

What an admirable woman. What a commendable prosecutor.

Though he knew it was impossible, though he knew it was futile, the thought of her walking into danger with that relaxed face made his eyes burn.

He trembled.

‘I…!!’

He had been brave when the enemy was just a vague concept. But now that the danger was concrete, he couldn’t face it.

He wanted to drop everything and return to the way things were.

Right. Let’s go back.

Go Group? No way. This is too much, even for me. It’s one thing to take a shot when there’s a slight chance, but this is overkill.@@novelbin@@

So… Let’s retreat.

It’s not cowardice. It’s just logical.

He was about to turn away.

But then…

Na-eun

The name etched on the sexbot surfaced in his mind, along with the memory of its grotesque, violated state.

The horrifying, obscene image lingered before his eyes.

‘Prosecutor…!’

He reaffirmed his resolve.

He couldn’t just leave her alone. He couldn’t allow the reckless heir of Go Group to defile her body.

He swore he wouldn’t allow it!!

He renewed his vow.

Even if she walked through hell, he would be by her side.

“…Please, clerk, go back on your own.” “Wh-what?” “I’m going to Rainbow Miracle.” “!!”

He moved towards the car. The clerk tried to block him.

“Please move.” “Investigator, calm down. Let’s try calling her first—” “She’s not someone who listens to reason. Not to mention, she won’t take my calls.” “But… But ahead lies… a hell!” “…”

He’s going to die if he goes.

He said to himself quietly, trying to silence his own urge to retreat.

“It started as admiration. I wanted to protect justice and thought I could do it alongside her. But… I’m just in love with her.” “What?” “…Even if I die, I want to be by her side. I’m going.”

“Investigator…”

The clerk, moved by his steely resolve, responded in kind.

“Then, I’m going too.” “?!” “We’re a team, right? A team supporting Prosecutor Na-eun!” “!!”

He opened the door.

“And remember, you promised me top-quality Korean beef barbecue. I haven’t forgotten that. You owe me.”

Investigator Yoo’s heart swelled with emotion. How fortunate he was to have such a fine comrade by his side in this wretched city, and to serve under an outstanding superior like Prosecutor Na-eun.

‘Not one step will I regret in this journey.’

He stepped toward the car.

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“We’ve arrived, sir.”

“Is that her?”

Rainbow Miracle basement parking lot. Emilia was waiting, along with a few others. Among them were two unfamiliar figures—a woman and a man.

Naturally, my attention went straight to the woman.

So that’s Prosecutor Lee Na-eun.

“She’s just as alluring as her voice.”

Unlike with Seo Hyun-joo, I hadn’t looked at any pictures of her on purpose. I figured it would be meaningless since I’d end up devouring her anyway. Seeing her in person without knowing her appearance would make the impact even greater.

And it seems that gamble paid off. The soft handjob from Seo Eun-mi kept me hard, but seeing Prosecutor Na-eun brought me to full attention.