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EP.61: I Declare a Harem

"... Hmmm♥︎ I could do that too♥︎"

Ryu Ji-hye's flirting, a mix of jest and seriousness, caught everyone's attention as she linked arms with me and coquettishly batted her eyelashes.  

Passing male spectators couldn't help but ogle her figure, muttering to themselves.

I asked her with a concerned tone, knowing Han-gyeoul was relatively a normal person, but Ryu Ji-hye was almost like a semi-celebrity.  

Such a woman, carelessly walking arm-in-arm with a male teacher, was naturally a cause for concern.  

Especially since she was a newly divorced single mother.

"Noona, I'm really happy, but is it okay to walk arm-in-arm with another man like this? What if someone takes a picture?"

Ryu Ji-hye smiled brightly and wrapped her arm around me even tighter.  

Her adorable hand seemed determined not to let go.

"If someone takes a picture, so be it. Juhyuk, take care of noona and live with her. You know how well noona cooks, right? She can prepare a feast every day."

"... Tsk. Don't get people's hopes up for nothing. You're also quite the flirt, aren't you? Is this some kind of emotional manipulation?"

I teased her lightly, and Ryu Ji-hye suddenly turned to me, shaking her head firmly.

"I'm not that kind of light woman. I'm genuinely trying to seduce you. Am I being a burden? As a single mother and divorcee?"

Her eyes fluttered like a sorrowful cat's.  

No man could resist such a gaze.

I sighed deeply and shook my head.

"Hmm. It's not that you're a burden, but I just can't believe it. Someone like you could easily date any male celebrity. It's hard to accept that such a beautiful and sexy woman would say she likes me."

I said this to flatter her, and she seemed pleased, though pretending otherwise.  

Her lips curled into a slightly sour expression.

"... Tsk. Are you saying that to make me feel good? Well, it's nice to hear. At least my looks pass, I suppose."

Then, without caring about the surrounding gazes, she continued her affectionate assault, linking her fingers with mine.

Apparently, she was quite stimulated by the mention of my outdoor play with Han-gyeoul.

As Ryu Ji-hye hugged me tightly, we strolled through the zoo, chatting nonstop.  

Sometimes she giggled like a child, sometimes made sultry jokes, and occasionally flirted playfully.  

Surprisingly, she didn't send any overtly lewd signals, instead enjoying a sweet and affectionate time like any couple.

I found this puzzling, but upon connecting our minds, I quickly understood her reasoning.  

It was a calculated move, typical of a cunning fox.

She was designing her own strategy, suppressing her desires.  

Perhaps deep down, she wanted to experience the same kind of raw sex as Han-gyeoul.  

However, Ryu Ji-hye sought a relationship where she could rely on someone, beyond mere physical connection.

Maybe her heart was drawn to me unconsciously during our chaotic first meeting, or perhaps her possessiveness flared up while competing with Han-gyeoul.

In any case, it didn't matter to me.  

Even if our relationship deepened, I had no intention of loving only her in a monogamous way.  

Like Han-gyeoul, Ryu Ji-hye would also have to let go of her possessiveness.  

I planned to play with many more married women.

Thus, we enjoyed a peaceful date in our own little world, and time flew by.

---

After lunch, the teachers were given some free time.  

I sipped coffee while watching a giraffe graze in the distance.  

Then, the infamous group of seven teachers approached, chuckling and teasing me.

"Wow, who's this? You've got two madams wrapped around your finger, like a Casanova from Seocho!"

Teacher Choi casually put her arm around me, flashing a sly smile.  

She had dressed up, and her subtle perfume wafted to my nose.

"So, how was it? Which one do you prefer? The other lady's face was bright red when she came back. Did you use a lot of energy? Hehe."

"... Ugh. Your mind is full of dirty thoughts. Don't ask such things. It's private."

"Aww, come on. Tell me a little. I've been really curious since earlier."

"You can't compare them like that. Don't treat me like trash."

"Hmm. You have some genuine feelings? Well, I suppose that's understandable."

Teacher Choi shrugged and stepped back, and then Teacher Joo approached.  

She poked my side with a mischievous grin.

"Teacher Kang, did you really do it with that lady? Where did you do it?"

"... Seriously, stop asking about that."

"Wow, you're not denying it. Teacher Kang, you're not kidding around. Aren't you scared? If you get caught, your life will be ruined."

The surrounding teachers nodded in agreement, and I quickly stood up, not wanting to be teased further.  

Coincidentally, Han-gyeoul and Ryu Ji-hye were again engaging in a fierce battle of nerves in the distance.  

It was the perfect timing to escape.

"Hmm. You two are at it again. Anyway, I'll leave first. I'll tell the story when I feel like it."

As I walked away, jeers followed from behind.  

Of course, no one bothered to follow me.  

Who would dare approach with a black panther and a nine-tailed fox fighting in front of them?

I sighed deeply and jumped into the midst of their rivalry.  

I would have to mediate their conflict throughout the afternoon as well.

It seemed my dream of a harem kindergarten was still far off.  

For now, thoroughly training these two queens was the priority.

---

As the day wore on, my complexion turned pale from being drained by both women's constant attention.

Han-gyeoul's daughter, Ria, approached me and extended her cute hand.  

As I bowed my head, Ria gently stroked my cheek.

"Teacher, are you tired? Please take care of my mom."

"... Huh? What do you mean? I'm not tired at all."

"It's a lie. My mom bothers you a lot. She always chases after you because she wants to play with you."

Ria nodded several times, seeming to understand everything.  

Han-gyeoul's face turned bright red as she listened to this.  

Ryu Ji-hye burst into laughter, praising Ria.

"Aww, our Ria is smarter than her mom. Why is she so clever?"

However, Ryu Ji-hye's son, Min-gyu, wasn't quiet either.  

He grinned and pulled on Ryu Ji-hye's clothes, opening his mouth to speak.

"Mom! You also bother the teacher! Last week, you invited him over for drinks! YouTube says drinking is bad! Stop drinking!"

The three of us froze at Min-gyu's unexpected revelation.  

Han-gyeoul glared at Ryu Ji-hye as if to kill her.  

Ryu Ji-hye sweated profusely, forcing a awkward smile.  

I rubbed my face, feeling like my world was spinning.

"Hmm. It's ruined."

Ryu Ji-hye's French tutoring was supposed to be a secret.  

It wasn't just Han-gyeoul; other parents shouldn't know about it either.

But Min-gyu's innocent heart had opened Pandora's box.  

Facing the uncomfortable truth, Han-gyeoul smiled coldly and turned to me.

"Hmm. Teacher Kang, this needs some explanation. You went drinking with her without telling me? And at another woman's house?"

I hesitated, unsure whether to be brazen or use affection to placate her.  

In any case, Han-gyeoul would understand.  

After all, I was the one in control, and she knew it.

After a brief moment of thought, I nodded curtly.  

I decided to drive the point home clearly.

"Ria, Min-gyu, can I talk to your moms for a bit?"

The two children ran off to play together.  

Once they were at a distance, I lowered my voice.

"Ladies, I don't know what kind of person you think I am, but I'm not the type to divide my attention equally. You'll face many disappointments in the future, so get used to it. Don't bother me with these petty squabbles every time."

As I scolded them, Han-gyeoul's mouth dropped in astonishment.  

But I didn't give her a chance to respond, continuing to lecture them.

"Don't make a fuss over something so trivial. If I find a woman I like, I'll keep sleeping with her. If you keep bothering me, I'll cut you off without hesitation."

The attitude was clear: if you're jealous, leave.  

Even with such an arrogant tone, neither woman protested.  

They simply realized their position as absolute subordinates.

Indeed, the power of sex is formidable.  

The two queens couldn't move, their tails tucked between their legs.