Acquired the Scam Rune in the Academy

Chapter 194: Will it snow on Christmas? (9)

Chapter 194: Will it snow on Christmas? (9)

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Boom-!

The special hunting date with Moon Ga-eun.

And on the way back after having lunch.

My phone kept vibrating with notifications.

As expected, it was from Moon Ga-eun.

I naturally smiled.

How many messages is this already?

We just said goodbye after eating, but this was already the fifth message.

[Ga-eun] Anyway, Im the first! You cant complain later!

[Me] Alright, alright

[Ga-eun] Hmph.. I already miss youuu

Shes so cute, really.

I wonder how she endured this whole time.

Given her personality so far, its surprising.

Moon Ga-eun likes to joke around and be playful, but shes weak when it comes to embarrassing and awkward things.

Just look at when I pretended to be her boyfriend.

She was so startled and bashful just from holding hands I guessed even without asking that she probably had zero dating experience.

But now shes bolder than me.

The Ga-eun who used to be like that now expressed her feelings without hesitation.

She kept wanting to confirm my heart.

I who teased her so many times was now the one being teased instead.

Is this what they mean by late blooming feelings being scary?

I found her changed positive attitude curious yet cute.

Boom-!!

While looking at my phone,

another text notification rang.

This time, it wasnt from Moon Ga-eun.

[Chae-eun] Where are you now?

The last of Christmas.

It was from Kim Chae-eun, whom I promised to spend the evening with.

The name that used to be stiffly saved as Kim Chae-eun had now changed.

The reason wasnt grandiose.

The girls who approached me with interest.

As I began acknowledging the favorable feelings towards them

I slowly started embracing things I had feigned ignorance of and avoided.

Saving their names more affectionately was the beginning of that change.

I looked around briefly and replied to Kim Chae-eun.

[Me] Im almost home. But arent we not going out? Didnt we agree to go to Hongdae?

Last time when making Christmas date plans.

Kim Chae-eun had said lets meet in Hongdae.

She said there was a dessert cafe she really wanted to go to, so lets go early before it gets crowded with people.

But this morning

The schedule suddenly changed.

She just told me to go home after finishing my appointment with Moon Ga-eun.

Hmm

I did think it was odd, but I silently agreed to follow her wishes.

After all, Kim Chae-eun was the one who first suggested a Christmas date, so I wanted to accommodate her as much as possible.

That was also because I was grateful she had silently gone along with my dungeon raids, battles, club activities, and other plans so far.

Boom-!!

And then the answer that would resolve my questions came.

[Chae-eun] Were having a party at my house today.

[Me] At your house?

[Chae-eun] Yup yup.

[Me] Professor Kim Myeong-hyun isnt home?

[Chae-eun] Dads been really busy lately. Looks like he has to work even on Christmas.

I had heard bits about my master.

Originally renowned for his excellent swordsmanship and substantial classes, Professor Kim Myeong-hyuns reputation grew even more after this incident.

Within the academy, his status rose much higher than before, and in the Holder world, he established himself as a more respected Holder.

It was a bonus that he was on good terms with Professor Tak Won-ho.

Funny. Anyway, when did you prepare all this?

This morning! I got ready early in the morning.

I made a slightly puzzled face.

So you really did suddenly change plans? Why didnt you want to go to Hongdae?

Hearing that, Kim Chae-eun let out an awkward laugh.

Ah well, thats hehe. Isnt a home party like this better, Jae-hyun?

I guess so. Going out today would be packed with people.

Its crazy going out on Christmas.

Just looking at the date I had with Kang Juyeon yesterday, it was like that.

There were so many Holders gathered, it was even uncomfortable entering the venue.

If it wasnt for the double boss room that opened for Ice Rudolph hunting, I probably wouldnt have enjoyed much among all those Holders crowding the .

Wow But you really prepared this nicely.

I slowly looked around the interior.

There were a whopping 3 tables.

Dishes with food, wine, fruits, desserts

Arranged on the tables in a U-shape, each food item was laid out.

By the veranda, the drawn curtains and warm lighting created an atmosphere, with balloons next to a large Christmas tree.

In another corner, there was some kind of fireplace structure.

Whats that fireplace? Does it really make fire?

Yeah! Its burning with an alchemy item called Ignition Stone.

Wow.

Thats pretty hardcore.

[Ignition Stone] was an item crafted by alchemy-type Holders, utilizing magic stones to create fire in a fireplace.

While not too expensive for Holders, the fact that she used it just as a prop for the atmosphere showed how much effort she put into this.

Looking over the food on the tables, I asked,

All the dishes are from Rune Foods?

Yeah. I personally picked the wine.

I havent used them before so not sure, but arent Rune Foods pretty expensive? Ordinary people wouldnt even dare consider them.

Well Im not an ordinary person, am I? I splurged a bit.

Certainly so.

I could feel it wasnt just money she spent, but sincere care she poured in.

The arrangements of food and decor all blended together in this space, perfectly conveying a subtle, quiet Christmas vibe.

I kept praising our little party venue in admiration.

It was probably an ambience I wouldnt easily find anywhere else.

A home party Kim Chae-eun had set up herself.

Thank you. You mustve worked hard alone.

I went up to Kim Chae-eun and lightly stroked her hair.

While the sudden change of plans was surprising, I still wanted to compliment her over and over for letting us enjoy this party.

The thought made me find her actions precious and delightful.

Kim Chae-eun looked up at me with bright eyes and smiled.

Looking up like that, shes totally like a Maltese.

Then naturally, she linked arms with me and said,

Hehe, lets eat first. You must be hungry?

Yeah. I want meat.

This way

Kim Chae-eun suddenly paused.

Why, whats wrong? I asked.

She pointed her finger at the window.

Snow Its snowing.

Just as she said, white snowflakes were falling outside the window.

Snow.

Not the snow of the otherworldly boss room we saw yesterday at the , but real snow in the real world.

It was snowing on Christmas.

I blankly watched the scene.

The twinkling lights and warm fireplace.

And fresh white snow drifting down fitting that atmosphere.

It felt like someones wish was about to fully come true

It was a beautiful, white Christmas.

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