The Commuter Express Train (2)

The subway exploration continued in such a warm, friendly atmosphere that it was hard to believe they were exploring a Gate.

"Our rookie's got talent! Good, I like you! If you ever get into trouble, tell your senior! I'll help you no matter what!"

"Thank you, Team Leader Oh."

Usually, whenever Kang Yul did something, Team Leader Oh, walking ahead, would shower him with praise, saying, "Our rookie's amazing!"

'So… I like this kind of thing…?'

Kang Yul found these expectations a little burdensome, but at the same time, he felt as though something inside him was being fulfilled.

How should he put it? It was a different feeling from the praise mixed with sinister undertones he'd gotten from Kim Chaeryeong.

Anyway, he didn't dislike the feeling enough to stop her, so they continued exploring in that cheerful atmosphere.

But that only lasted for a while.

"Rookie. I think we've seen all there is to see in this car, so let's move on to the next one. We should start looking for Team Leader Myo, too."...