WONYOUNG locked himself up in the room and started reading Endless.
For some reason, he could clearly imagine the conversation between Bae Wonyoung and Yun Dujun.
He could also see the two wearing the same Yeonhee University varsity jacket.
According to the novel, book Bae Wonyoung and Yun Dujun attended the same university— the Dominant Omega was a sophomore while the Dominant Alpha was a senior.
With just those pieces of information, Wonyoung could already see things in his imagination. No, it actually felt as if he were in the same café, at the same table, listening to the two talking.
"If you give me an heir, then I'll give you 10 billion won in cash, a luxury penthouse, and a foreign car of your choice as an initial payment. Consider it as a 'signing bonus.' You'll receive more once you give birth to a male Alpha. Of course, once you get pregnant, I'll provide for you. You'll also receive a monthly allowance of 200 million won."
Wonyoung gasped, shocked by how Yun Dujun looked calm while saying something absurd.
But he was even more shocked to see Bae Wonyoung just as calm as the Alpha.
"Dujun Sunbae-nim, I'm only twenty-one years old. How about you?"
"Twenty-five."
"That's still young. Why do you need a child already?"
"What if I tell you my family has a secret source of luck, and that source insisted that I have to have an heir now to preserve the family's fortune in the future?"
"Huh?"
"They said they'll grant me a wish if I succeeded in producing an heir. Apparently, even turning back time is possible."
"Bullshit."
"Bullshit."
Wonyoung was surprised when he had the same reaction as Bae Wonyoung, and they even said the same curse word. But maybe that was just a natural reaction because Yun Dujun's 'excuse' sounded like complete bullshit.
"Sunbae-nim, if you can't tell me the reason, then that's fine with me. I'm only after the benefits of giving you a child anyway. No need for stupid excuses."
"I'll tell you the reason later."
"Then, can you at least tell me why you chose me? You're famous, Sunbae-nim. I'm sure you can ask someone better than me to have your baby— even without compensation."
"You're the best one, Hoobae-nim."
Wonyoung felt like he was going crazy while 'listening' to how calm Bae Wonyoung and Yun Dujun sounded while talking about something ridiculous.
"How am I the 'best' one, Sunbae-nim? Please elaborate."
"I have three reasons."
"Uh-huh."
"First, you're broke. I know that giving birth is risky for Omegas, but I'm also sure that you'll accept my offer because you're desperate for money. According to my investigation, you can't wait to leave your uncle's house, correct?"
"Ah, you've done your research, Sunbae-nim."
Wonyoung clutched his hair, frustrated at how Bae Wonyoung managed to remain calm despite that revelation. "Dude, that rich boy just admitted that he ran a background check on you! Why do you look like you don't give a fuck?"
"You're right, Sunbae-nim. I want to be financially free. I'd rather risk my life giving birth to a baby than continue living in poverty."
"Understandable."
"What's the second reason?"
"I'm a Dominant Alpha, so a Dominant Omega has a higher chance of successfully giving birth to my child than a normal Omega. And that's what you are, Hoobae-nim. You're one of the few Dominant Omega around me."
"That's true, Sunbae-nim. But you can get a female Omega pregnant faster than trying to get a male Omega pregnant, you know?"
"I know that, but most Omegas look frail. That's why I prefer a Dominant Omega like you who has a pretty toned body. Since you look strong, I won't worry about accidentally snapping you in two during sex."
Aigoo.
Wonyoung blushed while listening to the two talk about sex so casually.
"Valid. So, what's your last reason for choosing me, Sunbae-nim?"
"I think I'm physically attracted to you, Hoobae-nim."
"You 'think?'"
"I like your scent and your face."
"My scent?"
"Your pheromones don't suffocate me."
"Ah, I see. Then what about my face?"
"Hoobae-nim, you're pretty."
"Oh."
"I thought if the child looks like you, then maybe I can tolerate their existence."
Oho?
Wonyoung blushed even though Yun Dujun didn't say that to him.
So, it wasn't hard to imagine that Bae Wonyoung would also blush.
"Sunbae-nim, you're going to be a horrible father with that kind of mindset."
"You don't have to worry about that. Unless you're going to give me a child, of course."
"Sunbae-nim, you already know I'm in no position to decline your offer. As soon as you give me the money, I'm running away from home."
"Good. I'll pick you up then."
"Ah, of course. You already know where I live."
"I'm curious, Hoobae-nim."
"About what, Sunbae-nim?"
"Do you have another reason for accepting my offer? Aside from the fact that you need money."
"You're hot, Sunbae-nim."
"Huh?"
"I want to know what it feels like to have sex with a handsome and sexy Alpha. Sunbae-nim, your pheromones smell delicious."
AIGOO.
Wonyoung blushed again, not only because of how straightforward book Bae Wonyoung was— but also because Yun Dujun smiled.
And it was a full-blown smile that showed his complete set of teeth, at that.
I have a feeling that these two will fall in love soon while having crazy sex all the time.
***
WONYOUNG had finally reached the 'angst' part of the novel.
Aka the part where book Bae Wonyoung finally discovered why Yun Dujun needed a child.
Of course, what romance novel wouldn't be complete without a love rival?
"Thank you for giving birth to Yun Yuhyun, Wonyoung-ssi. I'll take it from here."
Wonyoung wondered who the fuck the new character was.
The author described the man as someone handsome and tall man— always wearing an expensive tailored suit, with an aura that screamed money and power.
"What do you mean by that, Lee Heeju?"
Oh, so the new character's name was Lee Heeju.
Wonyoung already didn't like the man.
"Are you pretending not to know anything, Wonyoung-ssi?"
"Can you get straight to the point?"
"I'm an Alpha."
Oh.
Wonyoung was pretty surprised after hearing that.
But maybe he shouldn't have been surprised since most Alphas were described that way.
"Both Yun Dujun and I are Alphas, so we can't conceive a child."
Wonyoung gasped out loud after reading Lee Heeju's line.
The implication of that sentence broke his heart!
Of course, even the book Bae Wonyoung immediately realized what Lee Heeju was trying to say.
"Are you implying that Dujun Sunbae-nim only used me as a babymaker?"
"Well, we need an Omega to conceive a child for us."
Wonyoung almost tore the book in his hands. "Bastard. Is Yun Dujun really that kind of person, though?"
Fortunately, the book Bae Wonyoung had the same thoughts.
"Then let me call Dujun Sunbae-nim first and ask him if what you said is true."
"Yeah!" Wonyoung cheered a little too enthusiastically. "Smart move, Bae Wonyoung!"
However, the next line in the novel was devastating.
EXCUSE ME?
Book Bae Wonyoung killed himself?!
Wonyoung immediately turned to the next page.
However, it was blank.
Wait, what?
The remaining pages of the book were all blank!
Is this a defective copy?
Wonyoung grabbed his phone and tried to call Han Myung.
He wanted to ask his manager to buy him another copy of Endless, but his call wouldn't connect.
Plus, he suddenly got a splitting headache out of nowhere.
Dammit!
Wonyoung fainted, and that was when the memories of his 'past life' started playing in his mind like a movie.
A movie with an ending he didn't like.
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