"A pool? When was the last time?"
Since it was only Chirpie who had been in the water in Hong Kong. It's also my first time going to learn swimming before the regression. I did go for group water play when I was young, but personally, I never had the luxury to go. If I had more time or money, it would have been nice to try various things with my younger brother when I was young. It felt regrettable again.
"Ahjussi! Are you ready?"
A booming voice came from outside the door.
"Just wait a moment!"
There's a changing room at the pool, but they said it's okay to change and go from the room. It's more comfortable in the room than the changing room. I took out a new swimwear from my suitcase.
'It's a completely ordinary outfit.'
I like it. I thought rash guards would only be tight-fitting, but surprisingly, there were various types. Among them, the most satisfying was a loose T-shirt-like swimsuit. It's comfortable without sticking to the body and covers well.
'It's better to hide the scars.'
Yoohyun knew of this and it's unnecessary to worry others by saying I have scars from childhood. What if I try to remove the scars? Besides the location of is the scar is ambiguous.
"Hyung, should you gonna wear that?"
Taking off the top, my brother, who had approached without me realizing it, said with a disappointed expression.
"Uh... should I wear something else?"
"Yeah. This suits you better."
Yoohyun took out a zip-up style rash guard, saying. Although the kid always says he wants the same thing as his brother when he goes to buy a swimsuit, there was no loose T-shirt swimwear that fit Yoohyun in that store.
The torso was fine, but because of the short shoulders, there was no suit that fit him. So, what he bought instead was a zip-up rash guard. It's not as good as a T-shirt, but it's quite roomy, and, most importantly, it was easy to put on because it had a zipper. Comfortable clothes are the best.
"Yeah, sure."
Yoo-hyun handed me the hooded zip-up rash guard he had taken out.
"You too, change quickly. Yerim will break the door."
The bottoms were just above the knees. Long ones are stuffy, and it's uncomfortable to put on and take off. Just a hooded zip-up with what looks like shorts is still to my liking. It doesn't look like a swimsuit.
"Kids, come here."
Velare wrapped around my arm, and chirpie also snuggled up. But unlike usual, Peace followed but didn't think about hugging. Maybe he noticed that we were going to the pool.
"Im not going to let you drown"
- Growl
"It would be nice if we could swim together."
Sharp kid. But I wanted to take a picture of Peace swimming and chirpie and Velare riding on him. I brought a waterproof phone case for that.
"Where did I put the waterproof case?"
"Here."
Yoohyun handed me the phone waterproof case. Seeing my phone in one hand and chirpie in the other, he put the phone in the case. I put the necklace attached to the case around my neck.
"You must be uncomfortable."
The kid had a zip-up rash guard like mine, but unlike me, he didn't zip it up. He bought the right size, but it looked a bit tight. That's right, he's just wearing bottoms.
'I used to carry him around like this.'
Looking at such a big kid, I sometimes feel strange. Even if he grows up well, I couldn't imagine him growing taller than me, especially when he was an elementary school student. Even when I entered high school, my height was still growing rapidly, so I might have crossed 180 even without awakening.
Thinking about what I fed him, I feel proud. You've grown well.
"Ah~
"We're leaving now, let's go."
Sing a song, sing a song.
"The weather is nice!"
Yerim exclaimed with joy, stretching her arms. She was also wearing a rash guard. It seems like people don't wear old-fashioned swimsuits these days? It was a lively short-sleeved T-shirt and shorts set.
Just as she ran,Splash.
She went into the water. The figure beneath the rippling surface moved smoothly like a mermaid and soared above the water. The water also splashed along.
"Ah, it feels great."
I lifted Yerim, who was winding around me, holding her. The water droplets around reflected the sunlight dazzlingly, dancing.
"Sis, let's race!"
"Okay!"
"Sis, let's race!"
"Sure!"
With a smile, Moon hyuna leaped into the swimming pool.
The pool consisted of a large central area and a long pool that circled around the edge. The length of the pool around the edge was considerable, corresponding to the vastness of the swimming pool itself. Yerim and Moon hyuna headed to the end of the long pool.
"Ahjussi, give us a signal."
"Yeah. Using skills is considered cheating."
It could cause the swimming pool to overflow. Gotta be careful.
With the signal, the two of them started. Although Yerim was fast, winning against Moon hyuna without using skills was challenging, given the height and muscle difference. Nevertheless, they stayed close, and the distance didn't widen much.
"Yoojin-ssi!"
"Yoojin-ah."
While watching the swimming race, Noah and Myeogwoo also came down to the pool. Both were only wearing swimming trunks. Myeongwoo didn't need to be mentioned, and Noah, being an S-rank support, was indeed at the S-rank level... Well, it was a good decision to bring them.
"You look nice with your face relaxed, probably because you've rested well."
"I guess some rest is necessary. Ismuar seemed a bit dissatisfied, though."
Myeongwoo said with a smile. Since it was a vacation, he decided not to work until returning to Korea. He came to the swimming pool saying that the sauna here was excellent. Myeongwoo is good at swimming too.
"Alright, Chirpie, velara. Is it too deep for you?"
I was worried, but Chirpie jumped into the water first. As he has a flying item, it should be fine. Splashing water, Chirpie floated on the water, and Velara beside him started swimming. Originally because she likes water, she swam smoothly.
I quickly took photos and recorded videos of that adorable scene. They are indeed cute.
"Peace... still doesn't like it."
- Meow.
Peace, who had somehow climbed onto a sunbed, meowed more thinly than usual. Yeah, if you don't like it, what can you do? Just enjoy the sun.
"Yoohyun, aren't you coming into the water?"
I asked my standing brother. Why just watch?
"I don't know how to swim."
"Oh, really? I thought you knew how to float in the sea because you always float well."
"It's easy to float."
Is that so? Well, I know how to float. Anyway, I went into the water first. As you go further to the back, it gets deeper, and at the front, it's only about waist-high.
"Do you know how to float? It's easy once you know. Come in, quickly. I'll hold your hand."
"Yeah, thanks."
Yoohyun smiled and came into the water. While nearby, Noah, who was standing there, suddenly splashed water. Playing in the water, Yerim appeared with a shout.
"Ahjussi, don't trick me! Saying that an S-rank can't swim."
"That's right, Hyung It's not about being S-rank; even with stat B-rank, you can throw yourself into the water and swim smoothly within 3 minutes."
Moo hyuna also appeared, joining the fun.
"Now that I see, Do Hanim is a complete fox. Not just pretending in front of Hyung-nim~"
"Yeah, Unni! It's not even funny to watch. Hey, fox! Stop fooling around and let's have a race!"
Fox, huh. Yoohyun didn't blink an eye at Yerim's provocation. He seemed indifferent as if he didn't hear. The one who blushed was unexpectedly Noah.
"Uh, um, I just... just."
Blushing to the point of turning red, Noah stammered and then jumped into the water. Rather than swimming, he sank into the deep part as if disappearing. There's no risk of an S-rank Hunter drowning, but still.
'He might not know, it's okay.'
Why be embarrassed? But maybe trying it yourself is quicker than me holding your hand.
"Yoohyun ah"
"Yeah, Hyung."
My dongsaeng looked at me with a bright smile, as if trusting only me. Yeah, it's okay to learn slowly. It was at that moment.
Splashing, the sound of water enveloped my body. Then, in an instant, I was pulled backward.
"Uh, what?"
"Park Yerim!"
Unable to pull me away, Yoohyun let go of my hand, shouting fiercely. The water, which had receded behind me, changed into a chair-like form. Normally, with regular water, I might have fallen through, but somehow, it cushioned my body, supporting me like a tube filled with water.
"Come on, Fox!"
Ye-rim stood in front of me, not just in the water, confidently shouting.
"Lying about not being able to swim? We all know!"
"..."
Yoohyun hesitated, looking at me. Then he answered.
"I can't."
"Wow, Han Yoohyun! But to get to ahjussi back, you'll have to swim!"
Stop them from fighting, Hyun ah
I told them to stop fighting but it seemed like neither of them had any intention of listening. It seemed peaceful, well, except for beach volleyball... which didn't seem peaceful at all. Someone spread some sand here. How about a sandcastle-building contest?
"Yoojin, you're suffering too."
Myeongwoo, approaching from my side, said.
"But it's cute, isn't it? Just in case, could you bring Chirpie and Velare here?"
Myeongwoo brought Chirpie and Vellare, who were floating around, and Noah, who had dived, also came closer. Noah, standing outside the pool, asked me.
"Shall I bring some drinks?"
"Oh, yes. Then, a cafe latte, please."
"And Myeongwoo?"
"I'll have a grapefruit ade."
As soon as Myung-woo answered, Yerim raised her hand.
"I want a Java Chip Frappuccino with extra Java chips, extra whipped cream! If not, then a parfait or a caramel macchiato with espresso and whipped cream!"
"Iced Americano, please."
"Beer with snacks! Better if it's something greasy!"
Noah stiffened. Isn't the order too much, especially from Yerim? Looking at a bewildered Noah, Myeongwoo went out of the pool area. Climbing up easily with arm strength, even in a place without a ladder. Indeed, with high stats, it's must be nice. I envy him.
"I'll go with you."
He's kind. Myeongwoo seems to like taking care of people. Even the blacksmiths at the forge, he takes the time to teach them, reducing his own time. I recall when we first met. He has changed a lot. In a good way, a lot.
Myeongwoo and Noah went to the bar, and Yoohyun and Yerim started glaring at each other again.
"If you're going to get beer, start with that."
Moon hyun-ah said, laughing without any intention of stopping them.
"Myeongwoo, you too?"
He nodded and went with Noah to the bar. Now, let's focus on yoohyun and Yerim.
"Now, if we're getting beer, let's start with that."
"Moon Hyun-ah, it's an emergency."
"Accept it."
The voice was faintly heard. Just for a moment, guys. It's deep here. It's okay to float, but suddenly sinking. Yerim, you got hit by an electricity skill and lost. Chirpie and Velare seem unaware of the situation.
"Oh no, Han Yoojin seems to be more urgent."
"Well, ah! Ahjussi!"
- zap!
"Ah, ahjussi
"Hyung!"
- Splash!
My body, which was sinking, suddenly lifted up. Normally, if you stay still, you should float, so why did I sink? Yoohyun and Yerim pulled me to the shallower area.
"Hyung, are you okay?"
"Why aren't you saying anything?"
"No, cough. Usually, if you relax, you'll float. If you scream underwater, you'll swallow water and won't be able to float."
Was I too quiet? It seems the fear resistance had an impact. If you completely sink, you might hit the bottom and be able to come up briefly.
- Gurgling.
"Well, there goes peace who dislike the water."
He's completely soaked now. Peace, confirming that I'm safe, quickly jumped out of the water. Then, cautiously observing my reaction, he sneaked behind the hedge, only to come out fluffy and sit back on the sunbed. He really managed to dry himself.
"As expected, He really dislikes the water."
- Meow.
Now that the troublemaker approached and casually chatted, if it weren't for the fact that he's the host, he wouldn't have fallen. Ignoring his explanation about teaching swimming for the sake of my partner's safety, Yerim interjected.
"I'll teach him! I'm good at swimming."
Saying that, she lifted the corners of her mouth towards Yoohyun who narrowed his eyes.
"I just couldn't control the skill properly earlier and almost made hyung fall into the water. Hyung, let's learn slowly together."
"Or should I teach you, hyung?"
...I just want to play while riding a tube. Can't we make a life jacket from dungeon materials? If I always carry it, it should be fine.
"Let's take a break for now."
I went out of the water and sat on a bench. Myeongwoo and Noah came back from the bar with the ordered drinks.
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Hi( ꈍᴗꈍ)
This chapter is so chaotic and cute,
Good luck to your swimming lesson yoojin!