I Became The Villain The Hero Is Obsessed With

344 – Their Confessions

It’s been almost four months since I retired.

So, what I feel is that this story is slowly coming to an end.

Although it’s not visible, the world is getting more and more chaotic.

Especially, the number of people with abilities is gradually increasing.

It’s a bad sign. It means that the power of the Sun God is getting stronger.

Although there is still some time left, this will become even more prominent in the climax and final part of the fourth act.

Because this is when…

‘All the heroes and villains’ abilities grow.’

Yes.

This is a huge event.

“The reason Stardust was the unrivaled protagonist was not only because he possessed the power of the stars, capable of defeating the sun’s power, but also because he had the unique ability to grow stronger on his own.

Most people with abilities have powers inherited from the sun god.

Special abilities that make their dreams come true.

However, there are those who have received abilities from other gods.

Eunwol, who received his powers from the moon god.

And those who can be considered our mothers.

Those who received powers from the star god.

The protagonist of this comic, Stardust.

The late Ex Machina.

… And, me.

As you can see, all three of us operate through a unique mechanism different from the powers of the sun god.

Stardust, who can exhibit several times more power when facing those with the sun god’s abilities, and has the power to ‘grow’… and possesses an almost precognitive super-sense.

Ex Machina. The only person in this world who could turn back time. Thanks to him, we were able to prevent several world-ending crises. …And because he is no longer here, I am now taking his place.

As for me… well, it’s quite peculiar that my ability has a definite backlash. I become exhausted every time I use it, and though it’s a secret, it seems to shorten my lifespan as well… Hmm. But why am I the only one with a unique mechanism that comes with risk? Well, let’s just say my ability is future prediction through the original work.

Anyway, the growth of abilities was a unique feature only Stardust possessed.

Yet, starting from part four, all of the ability users’ powers gradually become stronger, as if to mock him.

…Of course.

I, who was bestowed with powers by the star god, am an exception. Since the day I came to this world, I’ve been teleporting around and repeatedly exhausting myself.

That’s why I became obsessed with increasing my allies after recruiting Seo Eun and Su-bin.

Even if I am weak, having strong allies by my side will eventually become my strength.

That’s why I put in a lot of effort to create my team, Ego Stream.

I considered the order of meeting and timing, and planned everything carefully.”

“Even considering all their personalities, I thought a lot about how to get closer to some of them, how to make them trust and follow me… and never betray me.

I had a lot of worries about selecting members. As a result, I lost a few reliable male colleagues, but it was an inevitable sacrifice. It’s better than having discord within the group. Instead, I sent them to Yu Sung PMC and Ego Squad.

Anyway, as a result of all that effort, I succeeded in obtaining what I wanted.

Absolutely loyal, trustworthy colleagues.

That’s also the reason why I made everyone live together in the same house from the beginning. To create a family-like atmosphere. Because blood doesn’t betray.

So, I gladly accepted the affection my colleagues showed me.

…

What was I thinking about that led me here?

Right.

Slowly, I can see the end of the story I’ve been telling.

I broke up with Stardust, and soon it’ll be the final chapter.

Now, I just need to do my best to woo Celeste. It’s almost time for the Cathedral anyway. I need to advance our relationship a bit during our next meeting.

The reason why I’ve been doing all this is to save Stardust and protect the world.

Yes… I have to save Stardust.

Even though I won’t have the chance to meet Stardust again…

“…..”

At night, in the living room of the house.

Sitting blankly on the sofa, I was lost in these thoughts.

…Right.

My thoughts have been a bit stream-of-consciousness-like, but the conclusion is this.

I’m feeling a bit empty lately… not really depressed.

Maybe it’s because I’ve been living in this world with my eyes only on Stardust. After retiring, I feel somewhat hollow.

“…..Well.”

After falling into this world under the guidance of the Star God,

I wandered for three years.

Why did I have to save this world, why was it me? Why did I have to lose all my family and friends and fall into this place?

Drowning in alcohol every day, engulfed in despair.

One day, it was Stardust who gave me a reason to live again.”

“Right. Either way, my life is doomed. Let’s put Stardust on top for the last time and die. Saving the world, as the goddess said, is secondary. I’ll live as I please.

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Anyway.

In my previous life, my favorite character was Stardust.

That’s how it started and came this far.

So, my second life in this world was due to Stardust and for Stardust.

…Therefore, thinking that I won’t see her again, I can’t help but feel empty.

Anyway, I’ve been troubled lately.

…But.

Actually, that wasn’t the only problem.

There was a bigger problem.

That is.

Our Ego Stream members have changed.

To be precise, since my retirement, everyone suddenly became more active. What kind of activity? Physical affection…

It was a confusing point for me, who had dreamed of a family-like Ego Stream.

By the way, the most active one was Atla’s daughter, Ariel…

‘Egostic brother… I’ll definitely come back! Sob…’

As Atla, who was recently expanding his naval forces, said it was time to return, he went back into the ocean…

Of course, I volunteered for it, but I had my own problems.

I knew that the Ego Stream members had a liking for me. After all, I had been trying to achieve that.

…However, I recently felt that I was receiving too much favor.

And the most important thing is.

“…..”

Recently, due to the aftermath of being separated from Stardust.

I couldn’t push them away either…

On a dark night.

In the living room, lit by orange light, on the sofa.

I was lost in thought when…

“…Dain?”

Subin approached me, looking at me and smiling quietly.

She approached me wearing a black nightdress and a thin cardigan.

“…Ah, Subin.”

“What are you doing alone late at night?”

I looked at her and smiled faintly.

As she naturally sat down beside me.

I turned my gaze away from Subin and murmured while looking straight ahead.”

“Just… I was thinking about what I should do from now on.”

“Hmm…”

As I said that, she sat quietly next to me, listening.

Somehow, she was sitting too close, right by my side. It felt like I could smell her lavender scent.

Feeling a bit awkward, I coughed and moved slightly away on the sofa.

For some reason, when I’m with Subin, my heart feels at ease. A compassionate wife… no, that’s not it. A compassionate mother…? That sounds even stranger. Anyway, it feels like I’m with someone like that. Somehow, I don’t want to hide my emotions.

While I was thinking about that,

Subin casually spoke, with a generous smile on her face.

“Do you have something to worry about? After defeating the final boss you mentioned, we can just continue living happily with our friends.”

“Ha ha.”

I couldn’t help but smile a bit sadly at Subin’s words.

To keep living happily… Really? Will I be able to live beyond the final scene?

Honestly, considering the power of the final boss and the role given to me… somehow, I couldn’t easily picture it.

While I was feeling down, thinking about that,

“Again, you’re doing it again.”

“Uh!”

Suddenly, Subin reached out and placed her hands on my cheeks.

As I was startled by her cold hands touching my skin,

Subin, who had turned my head towards her, spoke to me with a faint smile.

“Da-in, you were having depressing thoughts again, weren’t you? Don’t do that. If you only make negative assumptions, even things that can be resolved won’t be.”

“No… it’s not that.”

“I’ve been with you for so long. I can tell just by looking at your face, you know?”

As she said that, removing her hands from my face and grinning, Subin’s words

Made me smile faintly and respond without any other choice.

“Yes. I understand. I should do that.”

“You made the right decision… and.”

Subin paused there, and

With an uncharacteristically mischievous smile on her face, she said to me.

“Why did you avoid me when I sat on the sofa?”

“…Huh?”

“Sniff sniff. Da-in, do you dislike me?”

“…What? No, of course not…”

“As she said that, while pretending to cry, I was flustered when I saw Subin.

“Ah…”

Subin naturally lifted her head, put her arm on my shoulder, and half-laid me down on the sofa. Then, she pushed her brown hair back and smiled at me.

“It’s a joke.”

“…Haha.”

“…Anyway, you know, Dain. That I like you.”

“…Haha. Of course. I like all our Ego Stream members too…”

“You know it’s not that kind of liking, right?”

Sitting face to face with me, leaning toward me on the sofa, Subin smiled and said that.

All I could do was smile and sweat.

…Oddly enough, I couldn’t be assertive with Subin, especially when she was smiling.

…Anyway, she said she liked me.

As I was momentarily flustered,

Subin smiled again and spoke to me in a soft voice.

“Dain, should I tell you one more secret?”

“…What, what is it?”

Having said that, she swallowed for a moment, looked straight into my eyes,

And in the dark living room, she smiled and confessed to me.

“Actually, we all like Dain.”

“…What?”

As I was gradually losing my focus in the flow of the shocking conversation,

Subin smiled, folded her fingers, and murmured with a smile.

“So… I, Seo Jaryeong, Sehee, Eunwol, Seoeun, Ariel, and Hayul all like you as a man.”

“Uh… well… yes…”

“And we agreed among ourselves. It’s okay if we’re all together. Of course, it’s okay if there are more.”

“…Yes?”

Is this an April Fool’s joke?

Now, Seoeun and Seo Jaryeong will set off fireworks and say, ‘Ta-da! It was a hidden camera!’ Right?

I had such a vain hope, but…

…No matter how I looked at it, it wasn’t that kind of atmosphere.

“What do you think, Dain?”

“Uh? I’m so flustered right now that I don’t know what to say…”

“Hehe. I knew you’d be like that. But it’s okay.”

After saying that, Subin continued.”

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At that moment, she showed me a captivating smile that she had never shown before, whispering in my ear.

“Anyway, Da-in will be ours…”

With a natural peck on my cheek, she disappeared like the wind, saying “Good night.”

…Hiding her slightly reddened ears with her long hair.

So, I was left alone.

“Um…”

I quietly got up and decided to sleep. I don’t know. Let’s sleep and think about it when I wake up.

Haha…

With that thought, I quietly touched my forehead. What was scarier than the sudden sounds of shock was…

…that I almost accepted that unbelievable confession, given my currently fragile state.

‘…I don’t know. Let’s sleep and think about it when we wake up… Let’s focus on preparing for the final chapter.’

With that thought, I hardened my resolve.

…After all, all of this only had meaning as long as I was alive until the end.

Let’s sleep for now.

With that thought, I lay down in bed and closed my eyes. Sleep came quickly.

***

At that time, in a dark room, Stardust sat alone on the bed, hugging her knees with a gloomy expression.

Her gaze was fixed on…

“…Ego Stick.”

The receiver he had left behind.

Yeah. …Just sitting here like this won’t do anything.

She had that thought as she sat quietly on the bed.

Unknowingly, she thought of the keyword “broadcast.”