You yawned as you typed in the address of paprikatv on your browser. For some reason, Charles Choi wants to acquire this particular streaming service, especially when it's famous for its suggestive content.
'They want to increase their assets and I have to work for that. What a pain!' You sighed. "They better pay me double for this."
After going through various streams, you ended up finding two familiar faces. This room was named 'Duke's Rap Room.' When you opened the said room, you saw that it was Duke and small Daniel, who were streaming. You watched their stream for a while, enjoying Duke's rap. All his lyrics are so soulful and authentic that you really hoped that he will one day become someone famous in the industry. Maybe you can put in a good word for him to DG.
After donating 1000 balloons, you continued to browse through the streams. You found nothing much interesting afterward, apart from discovering that the three fashion department first-years - Zoe Park, Yui Kim, and Doo Lee, and now streaming ridiculous things.
You sighed tiredly while shutting off your laptop. You picked up your phone and called your secretary/personal butler - Sebastian Michaelis.
"Yes madam," he answered the phone on the very first ring. Someone's eager.
"Let the Chairman know that I've gone through the basic algorithm of paprikatv. It's safe for purchase but there's nothing special," you relayed the information.
"Yes Ma'am," Sebastian answered from the other side. "And anything else?"
"Yes, I'll be leaving now, so you can reschedule all of the meetings for tomorrow evening."
"I'll do that Miss."
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You entered the 24/7 convenience store, and as expected, Little Daniel was working the late night shift.
'Does he even get a proper night's sleep!' You couldn't help but wonder. You were worried about the poor boy's health. He's basically a kid even though he dropped out of High-school. That's what Big Daniel told you.
"Working the late night shift again?" You asked while dropping dozen of instant noodles packets.
"Yes, I'm always here at this time," Small Daniel replied.
You noticed that, for some reason, Daniel looked kind of down today.
"Are you okay, kid?" You asked as he was scanning your items.
"Of course I'm fine."
He's not.
Daniel paused slightly before continuing.
"Actually..."
...........
And that's how you found yourself, lounging in front of the store with small Daniel, in the middle of the night.
"It's okay Daniel," you tried to reassure him.
"First love is always hard to forget. But you will get over her and find someone who understands you and loves you for who you are."
Daniel couldn't help but thank you enough inside his mind. In spite of the ungodly hour, you sat there patiently and listened to his heartbreak story. It felt nice to unload this feeling from his heart. He told about the whole Yui incident, except that he did not let the real names of the characters reach you.
"Thanks for listening to my problems (Y/n)."
You beamed at him. "Don't mention it, dude, we are friends after all!"
With that being said, you quickly left the store and went on your way, leaving behind now a much more enthusiastic Daniel.
'She said that we're friends!'
.............
A few days have passed since small Daniel had bared your soul to you, you found yourself spending more and more time with him, munching on snacks at ungodly hours.
"And that's why, he is a piece of shit!" You finally ended your rant.
"You don't like this guy much, do you?" Small Daniel remarked.
"Not shit Sherlock!" You scoffed at the memory of that man. The two of them will be the bane of your existence. While the two of you were in the middle of the conversation, another customer entered the store. He went deeper into the store to get your things while the two of you continued with your conversation. Daniel recognized the man as he was someone who has been frequently coming to the store for a while. The man returns to the counter with a single bottle of alcohol, and this time, he was also purchasing something else. Daniel rang the items and the man went on his way.
After the man left, you also got ready to leave, but noticed that Daniel seemed to be kind of...off? "Hey, kiddo, are you okay?" You asked as Daniel walked you out.
"It's nothing, (Y/n)," he reassured you, but the expression on his face told you otherwise.
"I'll see you later then," you said while walking away, humming some nonsensical tune.
.............
Daniel tried to imitate Zack's technique by throwing a jab at the knife-wielding man in order to create some distance between them. The technique seemed to have worked for Daniel because it not only managed to create some distance between them but also made the attacker drop his knife. This made Daniel a little more confident about this situation as he got ready to execute his next move. This time he tried to throw a hook but it fell short because of his body proportions. Taking advantage of the situation, the man tried to attack again. Daniel tried to protect Zoe by shielding her with his body. In the middle of attacking Daniel with only his fists, the man somehow got hold of the knife again. Daniel felt his mind go blank as he tried to contemplate his next move. He can try to stop the man again but that would mean leaving Zoe exposed to possible harm. He felt his body freeze in place as the knife continued to move closer and closer.
Daniel waited for the knife to come down on him but...it never happened.
He looked up and saw that the man was now held back by someone. The hand which was holding the knife was now restrained by your one hand while the other held onto the attacker's back of the neck - locking him in one place.
"It's cowardly to attack the unarmed!" You spit out in annoyance. "Utterly despicable!" You slightly twisted the hand that was holding onto the knife making him drop it. You continued to tighten your grip until that man's knees buckled in pain. You let go of him when he finally seemed to have given up.
"Daniel, Zoe, are you okay?" You approached them as you were worried about their well-being.
"We are fine!" Zoe answered in a shaky voice.
'Poor girl! both of them look so traumatized!' Your eyes softened at their pitiful situation.
While you were busy showering those two with your attention, unbeknownst to you, that man had once again risen up. But, before he can attack you...
The thud of something heavy and metallic being dropped grabbed your attention. The three of you turned around and saw that Vasco has arrived on the scene and is panting heavily, while a barbell was on top of that man.
'Maybe that's the source of the noise!' You concluded.
"You are something else..." Vasco let out as he tried to control his breathing. "I like you," he continued. He was referring to Daniel, by the way.
Turning his attention towards the man, who was rolling on the ground in pain. Vasco said, "I saw everything punk. Now deal with me."
Daniel had earlier called Vasco along with the police for help. 'Smart move Daniel!' you thought.
Vasco seemed to have scouted the entire area before eventually finding them.
'Maybe that's why he is so out of breath!' You concluded.
The man, whose cheek was now swollen because of the barbell, got up once again. He was going to attack Vasco this time when you appeared behind him, swiftly delivering a chop to his neck - knocking him out. Though, he will gain consciousness in a few minutes. You crouched down and picked him up by one hand. Vasco, Zoe, and Daniel were left in awe by your sheer strength. At that moment, you appeared to be so godly and charming that they almost found themselves falling for you. Fortunately, they were quick to compose themselves.
Now, coming back to you, before you can pull your final move, which is slamming this despicable human against the nearest wall, a shaky voice interrupted you.
"Wait..." the voice said. The voice belonged to a paralyzed old man who was making his way towards you and the others, using a skateboard.
"Please stop. That's my only son!" The old man pleaded. "Please forgive him for whatever he did wrong!"
Your heart broke at the sight of this old man. The grandfather deserved better than this good-for-nothing unfilial son. You quickly released Gangam Lord, making him drop to the ground. But this despicable man, instead of realizing his mistakes and begging for forgiveness, decides to blame everyone and everything for his own misfortune. From Zoe to his father, to society. Everyone and everything except him was the culprit.
'This delusional guy!' You were seriously contemplating punching him square in the face before you were interrupted by Vasco.
"I'm not sure what you're saying but you...," he paused a little, "...don't blame others." All of you looked surprised. "Have you tried to make a difference?"
Without understanding the true essence of Vaco's words, the man (Gangam Lord) once again started sprouting nonsense. "VIOLENT. IGNORANT PUNKS LIKE YOU HAVE NO CLUE! At the bottom of the pyramid. No matter how hard you struggle, y...you go nowhere! I can't overcome it! It's a waste of time! There's nothing I can do!"
"I overcame it." Vasco simply answered, not knowing how much his words influenced Daniel.
After that, a bunch of things happened, and the Gangnam Lord case finally came to an end with his arrest. Phew!
............
The next day, at the end of the school day you found yourself seeking out Yui for a specific reason. The girl followed you as the two of you made your way towards the shiny sportscar that was parked on the other side of the street.
"Someone wants to meet," you informed her as the owner of the car got out.
"Streamer Yui," Gun said while approaching the two of you.
"Who are you?" Yui asked in suspicion, while you roll your eyes at the wannabe mysterious act that Gun was trying to put on.
"Ahh...don't be scared. I'm not a weirdo," Gun replied.
"I have a business offer for you."
Question: Should Daniel and company call our (Y/n) as Noona/Unnie? Or will it sound cringe if I add it?