Solo Levelling: Perception

In normal circumstances, Jinwoo would have avoided any couple he sees around but when one of them he identified as his sister and the person she was with, was the boy Jinwoo had some doubts about...it goes without saying he would like to hear what Haruka was up to.

Though Jinah might not be aware Jinwoo knew that the blindfolded guy was anything but satisfied with his relationship as a friend with Jinah and seeing Haruka's gestures and the way he has been giving Jinah his particular attention, it didn't take a genius to realize that the boy likes his sister.

In truth, if Haruka doesn't have any hidden motive behind the approach he has taken toward Jinah then Jinwoo has no problem letting Haruka pursue his sister. Even though it's only been two days since Jinwoo met this unexpected appearance in Jinah's life, he knows that Haruka cares about Jinah and he was strong enough to protect his sister in a state of crisis and Jinwoo's absence.

Well, calling Haruka just strong enough to protect Jinah would be a huge understatement since the teenage boy was a lot more potent and packed with mysterious skills, to be counted as a regular hunter. It was even more startling to consider his age and the lack of battle experience he should be having. Yet what Jinwoo witnessed today in those dungeons was anything but inexperience from Haruka.

Haruka owned the battlefield like he was working as a warrior since the time of his birth which was absurdly impossible. Even though he might have awakened at a young age and has been provided with enough requirements to become a decent hunter...Jinwoo knew that those moves and the nigh-impossible control of his mana were something that could only be developed through time and loads of experience.

Everything aside, the fact that this matter concerned his sister, Jinwoo just wished that nothing sort of concerning arises from Haruka's side since seeing his sister getting hurt was the last thing Jinwoo would want to see, and Haruka would ever be able to partake...

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"You know it's kinda rude to eavesdrop, right Sunbae?"

As Haru announced those words in a rather higher pitch than he normally uses, the figure of a tall man with grey eyes and tousled hair walked toward him confirming that Haru was indeed correct on being heard by this certain someone.

Haruka had long sensed Jinwoo standing idly nearby but he didn't want to ruin his moment with Jinah that's why he didn't call for him earlier. Though Haru was not an exhibitionist who likes to show his quality time to others, this time he was truly helpless considering how Jinah would have grown cautious if Haru would have mentioned Jinwoo being around.

"I never intended but I would have felt myself failing as a brother by ignoring someone making a move on Jinnah."

Haru felt like chuckling at the affectionate brother who was not as intimidating as he thought, thanks to the fact that he was not actually serious about stopping Haru from approaching Jinah. He may be protective of his family members but he was not a sis-con or sort to come in between Jinah's relationships with others.

Haru was not dense about the fact that being a rising hunter like Jinwoo was and the selfish varmints Jinwoo has faced in his life would surely create a sense of distrust toward anyone who tries to approach his family. But Haru had no interest in Jinwoo's growing strength or anything around it. His desires were limited to Jinah and nothing else.

"I would not call it making a move Sunbae but yeah, I am trying to make advances on Jinah slowly. I hope you won't go cliche like 'stay away from my sister' or anything."

Both of them knew Jinwoo was not some complicated old fashioned guy who would gauge every eye that dares to look in his sister's direction. In the story, Jinwoo even motivated Jinho to propose to Jinah for marriage. Though that would be not happening now when Haru was around, that doesn't change the fact that Jinwoo was not someone Haru found himself troubled about.

In response, Jinwoo narrowed his gaze with his face remaining as stoic as ever. Indeed he was not going to say some villainous line, but there was something Jinwoo felt like bringing up before it gets too late.

"I won't stop you from approaching her, but do remember, I wouldn't tolerate persistence. It's not just Jinah but any girl who says 'no' to a guy's advances, it should be it. Once I see Jinah crying because of you...I will do everything in my strength to stop you from seeing her."

Complete silence befell after Jinwoo was done with the warning(?) he wanted to forward before Haru could grow his wings and try to do anything which could end ugly. Sure, he didn't dislike the boy but face value doesn't show the true actuality of someone.

Haru still had a small smile lifting his lips as he heard each of Jinwoo's words carefully and felt that indeed this session was destined to happen, but rather it arrived early. Even a little, Haru was now intimidated by the future monarch, not because Jinwoo was radiating any kind of killing intent but because the natural persona of a protective brother made Haru hold his breath for a moment there.

But just as Haru has promised himself since the first day he chose to reincarnate in this world, the blindfold-wearing boy had no problem confessing the same thing right in front of the person whose permission mattered a lot if Haru wanted to have a future with Jinah.

"I know we have been acquainted only for a short while but trust me Sunbae, I am not someone who would force my presence in order to make them like me. Even for once, if Jinah shows her reluctance to be near me, it won't take you to make me get away from her. I, myself, would leave Jinah's side and would never show my face ever again. It may sound unbelievable and creepy as heck, but for me, Jinah's happiness holds my utmost priority and to ensure that, I would do everything I could in my power and beyond that."

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Haru didn't expect he would have such a heavy conversation with Jinwoo just after enjoying that fluffy moment with his love. Well, it was supposed to happen sooner or later so Haru was not that bothered about it and felt that he provided enough assurance for Jinwoo to leave his sister without stress, and enjoy his journey in the demon castle.

'One week huh...wish I could have gone there as well...'

Thinking of such, Haru walked inside his apartment after unlocking his door by going through three irritating securities which not only asked for keys but a passcode and biometric scan as well. Really is too much needless safety.

Just as he was about to switch on the light and change his shoes, he felt his phone vibrating before he pulled out his phone only to sigh upon realizing whose call it was.

Sliding the tab from left to right, Haru connected the phone to ear before greeting the person in a tired tone.

"Hello...mom..."

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A/N:- His parents are dead but he was taken by a family who are natives of Japan. Drop a comment if you are liking the story and apology for the delay.