Han-Yeol once again realized that he should have discussed his concerns about his financial difficulties with his friends rather than cutting all contact with them. Of course, there was no guarantee that they were going to help him, but that was the least he could do for friends who had been with him through thick and thin for over three years.

[Don’t call me ever again.]

Beep!

That was the end of the call.

“Haa… I guess I have no choice, since this was all my fault…” Han-Yeol muttered with a sigh before hugging Mavros tightly.

Of course, the hug was gentle so as to not hurt him.

“Kyu! Kyu!” Mavros cried out and licked Han-Yeol’s cheek after sensing that he was troubled.

“Yeah, I’m alright as long as I have you. Let’s become the strongest duo in the world together, Mavros.”

“Kyu!”

Han-Yeol regretted the fact that he couldn't restore his friendship with his old friend, but he decided not to dwell on it for too long. He was looking forward to the future rather than the past, and he had many things to focus on instead of dwelling on a failed friendship.

‘I have Sung-Jin. That’s enough for me,’ he told himself that, as he tried to appease his heart spiraling into depression.

***

A few days later, Secretary Kim came to Han-Yeol with a piece of news.

"What did you say…?"

"The whole world is bombarding Sung Jin Factory with questions...