Bamboo Forest Manager - Chapter 26



26 – 26. Charging

Yesterday, there were many things happening, but just like how a day comes to an end, the next day begins as well.

Thanks to the five-hour gap, I slept in until around 11 o’clock, feeling lethargic.

I thought Wednesdays would be relaxed because I only had afternoon lectures, but when I woke up, I realized it was already time to eat and get ready to leave.

For lunch, I satisfy my hunger with simple dishes such as rice and side dishes bought from a nearby side dish store.

Vegetables, fried eggs, and gochujang with sesame oil are all you need to make bibimbap.

Meanwhile, they check the bamboo forest of the day on their phone.

– Anonymous111: Oh? Do you know that PoPo’s broadcast is cancelled today?!

↳ Anonymous11: Yeah.

↳ Anonymous111 (author): Yes?

↳ Anonymous11: What does it matter to you, you f*cking b*tch.

↳ Anonymous111 (author): ;

↳ Anonymous11: Is this your diary? Is this where you post announcements? What’s the big deal?

↳ Anonymous310: What the hell, you guys are fighting like children.

↳ Anonymous300: I graduated from Geongong University. Please tell PoPo the name and department of the person causing trouble.

↳ Anonymous301: I graduated from Geongong University. Please tell PoPo the name and department of the person causing trouble.

↳ Anonymous302: I graduated from Geongong University. Please tell PoPo the name and department of the person causing trouble.

↳ Anonymous11: f*ck, honestly PoPo’s name is so f*cking stupid. Is he a grape ice cream?

Anonymous59: I’m bored. Bored.

Anonymous89: By any chance, is the person who picked up the Buzz Pro at the store yesterday here? I just bought it a week ago ㅠ

↳ Anonymous157: Is this it?

↳ Anonymous157: (Picture)

↳ Anonymous89: Yes, yes, yes! That’s it!

↳ Anonymous157: Thanks, I’m using it well.

↳ Anonymous89: ? You can’t use it because it’s connected to mine.

– Anonymous69: Ah, I want to have s*x!

↳ Anonymous90: The s*x god has arrived. Have an erection-filled day today too!

↳ Anonymous11: You guys are making out on a public forum.

“You all are living diligently.”

Without any special incidents, the bamboo forest is flowing smoothly, making it a little boring.

If individuals can promote themselves in the bamboo forest without spamming, it’s fine for them to do as they please.

Since there are so many people causing trouble like that, it’s no different from everyday life.

After turning off the bamboo forest and refreshing, they immediately set off for school.

Upon arriving at the school where they were just last night, they feel rather uneasy.

Though it felt like they would die of boredom during the weekend, it’s not like they’re particularly happy now that it’s a weekday.

Thinking about it, it seemed like the weekend was the better option.

When I entered the classroom, I sensed a tense atmosphere. There were a few people who glanced at me.

“Oh, right. It’s the group assignment lecture.”

Come to think of it, because of the slight argument I had with Hangang senior and Choi Iseo at the karaoke, Ahn Hyunho felt uncomfortable for no reason.

It’s likely that there would be a lot of face-to-face encounters due to the group assignment about filming a movie. It’s just that there are so many uncomfortable people.

Moreover, from what I remember, most of them were Hangang senior’s friends, so it was obvious that they would dislike me.

“Hmm.”

Well, what can you do?

Just go and attend the class.

If they don’t like it, they can just drop the assignments and lectures themselves.

I casually took a seat and turned on the mobile game I started yesterday. It’s a collectible RPG game where cute girls fight each other. It’s not bad at all.

Seeing the adorable characters playing and fighting in the game, it somehow eases my mind from the boring university life.

“Hmm, should I spend money on in-app purchases?”

Would it be okay to spend some money on the girls who helped me during my breaks yesterday?

“20,000 won… it’s a bit much. Maybe I should just get the monthly pass for 10,000 won and cancel it.”

It’s because it’s burdensome to spend 10,000 won every month.

“Oh, this is difficult.”

I’m racking my brain. Desires are telling me to spend 20,000 won, but reason is saying that spending just 10,000 won and going to work every day is enough.

“Yerin! Over here!”

I heard the voice of a female senior as I was pondering a somewhat difficult decision.

When I turned my head slightly, Seo Yerin, who almost arrived at the classroom late, barely made it on time.

Then, the group of friends from Hangang called out to Seo Yerin, waving their hands.

It felt very malicious that they used another senior instead of Hangang to call Seo Yerin.

Maybe it’s because Hangang couldn’t approach Seo Yerin directly because of the karaoke incident, so they used a friend.

“Well, that’s acceptable.”

Just like Choi Iseo, who likes Choi Iseo, and Hangang, who likes Seo Yerin.

Honestly, with that kind of effort, it seems like I wouldn’t be at a loss even if I dated someone.

Looking at the neighboring university guys who were doing trashy things with girls yesterday and seeing them now, earnestly using their brains, I feel like cheering them on instead.

No, wait.

“Hmm.”

How should I go about in-app purchases?

But isn’t 10,000 won a bit too much?

Perhaps, to truly immerse myself in the game, I have to spend a substantial amount, right?

‘30,000 won?!’

If I spend 30,000 won, it’s not just me who will end up playing this game, but my son will have to play it too.

I guess I have to endure a simple convenience store cup ramen for dinner tonight, but for a moment of pleasure…

Sigh.

“Hello, Woojin.”

“Huh?”

Smiling Seoyerin, who sat down next to me.

For a moment, a cool breeze rushed in, accompanied by the faint scent of shampoo and the feeling of being outside.

“Did you enjoy the lecture yesterday?”

What’s this, a duel challenge?

Come to think of it, she teased me so much yesterday.

“Yeah, I enjoyed it a lot. Thanks to you, I had fun playing games too.”

“hehehe.”

Suppressing a laugh, she hangs her coat on the chair she sat on. Come to think of it, it’s autumn now, so it must have been cold when she came.

Looking beyond Seoyerin as she organizes her clothes, I see Han River seniors with their group, glancing at us while murmuring something.

Seoyerin seems dissatisfied with the fact that she rejected their invitation and sat next to me.

I was about to tell Seoyerin that sitting here isn’t such a big deal, but…

“Oh? You’re playing Black Academy too!”

Glancing at my phone screen, she scoots closer with sparkling eyes.

“Hmm, I don’t know.”

Well, it’s not like I have to say anything when she wants to sit here. Maybe she ended up sitting here because there’s nowhere else comfortable.

“Black Academy! Do you know this game? It’s really fun!”

With excitement, she takes out her phone in a weird tone. Even though I don’t want to see it, there are countless messages.

I casually wipe them away with my finger, telling her I’ll respond later, and then start the game.

“Wow, what’s this?”

Characters of dazzling female students at level 10, sitting on a golden throne, and the duel arena is of the highest grade.

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“Is this game fun? The characters are pretty and cute, don’t you think?”

“Your characters seem too strong and look a bit violent.”

Moreover, the game’s menu screen shows a girl only wearing underwear.

She really seems to be enjoying it.

“What’s your name? If you tell me, I’ll add you as a friend. Have you subscribed? To ‘Risema’? If you don’t have a human rights character, it’s really…!”

As knowledge about the game pours out of Seo Yerin’s mouth like a storm.

Another familiar face enters the classroom.

It’s Senior Min Juhee.

She’s definitely wearing a coat like Seo Yerin, so why does she look like a gangster?

It might be because her hair is dyed a pitch-black color, making that aspect stand out even more.

After glancing around, the senior walks confidently towards where the Han River seniors are, engaging in some sort of conversation.

Then, she approaches us.

“Hey, guys. Do you have time after class? I think we need about 10 minutes for a meeting.”

“Yes, we can do that.”

“Of course.”

I knew it was because of the group project. Janderk, who is genuinely committed to the grades of the group project. So reliable.

At that moment, the professor enters the classroom.

Since it was ambiguous to go to a different seat because of timing, Senior Min Juhee sits down next to me, appearing uneasy.

“So, if you set the auto-hunt during lectures…!”

The professor just entered the classroom, so why is there another professor sitting next to me?

I ask subtly while watching Seo Yerin enthusiastically explain the game.

“How much have you spent on this?”

“…I work part-time.”

“No, I’m asking how much you’ve spent.”

“I’m an adult now.”

“Can’t you hear me?”

“What kind of spending I do is my own decision.”

“No, someone asked how much. How much did you spend?”

“As much as I love my characters.”

“And how much is that?”

“…Look at me.”

When she told me to look at her, I realized that Seo Ye-rin and I were closer than I thought.

I had my body leaned towards her to look at my phone, so even a slight turn of my head would bring our ears close enough to touch.

When an unimaginable amount of money came out of her mouth.

“What?!”

Without realizing it, I stared at Seo Ye-rin.

Seeing her with eyes filled with disbelief, she awkwardly smiled.

“I love the kids that much.”

“Wow.”

I confessed without thinking, licking my lips.

“Please love me too.”

“W-what?!”

“Just love me to the point where you can’t take your eyes off me! Be obsessed with me! Then, I can charge you an equal amount, right?! Wow, you’re crazy! Seo Ye-rin, a woman crazy in love!”

“Shh, be quiet!”

Panicked, Seo Ye-rin hurriedly covered my mouth with her hand. Surprised by the unexpected amount, I found myself getting excited without realizing it.

“Huh.”

Watching from the side, Senior Min Ju-hee grinned while resting her chin on her hand.

“They’re so cute.”

She seems to find it amusing.

Slipping Seo Ye-rin’s hand off my mouth, I speak.

“If senior hears this, you might start craving Seo Ye-rin’s love too, you know? Maybe that’s why you’re so popular… hehehe!”

“Oh, seriously!”

Once again, my mouth was blocked and I couldn’t finish my sentence. I simply stared at Seo Ye-rin in astonishment.

“Don’t say it. Got it?”

I nod.

“Do you let go of your hand?”

I nod again.

The moment Seo Ye-rin’s hand is released.

“Five hundred…!”

Once again, my mouth is blocked.