Returning to the officetel, Eunha looked down with a troubled expression.

“……. ”

The white dog that had followed her all the way here was sitting quietly, staring at Eunha.

Although Eunha waited in the same spot for over an hour, hoping the dog might have an owner, no one appeared who seemed to be the owner.

‘Oh, it’s so cool! Just let me touch it once… Kyaaack!’

Even to passersby approaching with such a quiet face, it openly showed its teeth. It was as if it would ask them directly.

Eunha raised her hand slightly and gently stroked the dog’s head. The dog’s eyes closed slightly as if it was enjoying it. For some reason, this dog followed Eunha very well.

However, that didn’t mean Eunha could keep the dog. Because…

[Divine Beast ‘Wandering Cat of Darkness’ whimpers sadly.] [Sis, I hate you. How could you? With such a cute me! How could you leave me, who is so cute! it says, tapping you with its front paws.] [I’ll run away if you don’t get rid of that dog immediately! I clearly said it! I’ll declare a strike.]

The cat had been in that state all along. It seemed to think it had been stolen from Eunha.

Unaccustomed to comforting someone, Eunha chose to ignore the cat. Leave it alone, and it might be okay, she thought.

[Divine Beast ‘Wandering Cat of Darkness’ curses the darn dog! Curse! Cursing with unspeakable profanity.] [Encrypted System: { }P49/Y?2k??n牡] [Untranslatable content.]

…But that didn’t seem like a very good solution.

Dogs and cats don’t get along, it seems. Come to think of it, the cat had shown a particular aversion to things related to dogs since before.

After contemplating, Eunha decided to call Jehwi first. She was seeking advice on what to do with the dog she was temporarily sheltering.

“Dog… are you talking about a dog?”

Having heard the situation, Jehwi replied briefly.

“That’s perfect! My Rimi has been pestering me about wanting a dog. How about temporarily sheltering it at our place until we find the owner?”

“If you’re willing, I’d appreciate it.”

“I happened to be nearby for business, so I’ll come as soon as I finish. ”

About two hours later, Jehwi arrived at the officetel.

“I haven’t told Rimi yet, she probably doesn’t know even in her dreams. How much she’ll love it.”

Jehwi entered the officetel with a broad smile. The large shopping bag he was holding, presumably purchased on the way, was filled with dog-related items such as pee pads, snacks, toys, and more.

However.

“……!”

Jehwi froze like a statue when he saw the dog sitting quietly on the sofa. Moreover, for some reason, cold sweat began to bead on him.

The dog, lounging on the sofa without barking or approaching, was acting strangely, especially considering the circumstances.

“Manager?”

“Oh.”
Suddenly coming to his senses, Jehwi let out a sigh. He still had his gaze fixed on the dog.

“Um… Hunter-nim. I’m sorry, but it seems not possible.”

[Divine Beast ‘Wandering Cat of Darkness’ says it’s not possible? Look at this, sir. What do you mean it’s not possible? It doubts its ears.]

Eunha was also confused by the sudden reversal.

“Not possible?”

When Eunha asked, Jehwi, withdrawing stealthily from the dog, added,

“Well, you see… I just realized our house is on lease. Bringing a dog here would require permission from the landlord… Oh, and, more importantly, Jelim is a bit scared of large dogs.”

“……. ”

Eunha stared at Jehwi in disbelief. Jehwi, smiling awkwardly, quickly hid the bag of pet supplies he was holding as if someone might see.

Eunha shifted her gaze from Jehwi to the white dog. The dog, staring intently at this place, seemed to be listening to the conversation between the two, making Eunha feel uneasy.

“…Well, then, there’s nothing we can do. Let’s try to find the owner for a few days and then contact the police or an animal shelter.”

“What?!”

Oh, no, no! Jehwi suddenly jumped in place. Startled, Eunha looked at him.

“Why? Don’t worry. There must be a shelter that opposes euthanasia. I’ll find one.”

Eunha spoke in a calm tone. She was well aware that many dogs sent to shelters, without an adoption destination decided, ended up being euthanized.

‘First, take a picture and put up posters around here.’

Even so, if the owner couldn’t be found, she would look for a good shelter. She could also seek help from the academy.

While Eunha was contemplating various methods, beads of sweat began to trickle down Jehwi’s forehead like a sudden downpour.

“How cruel the world is these days. Who knows what might happen to this handsome dog if left in strange hands.”

“Um.”

“J-Just take care of Hunter-nim for the time being. I’ll look into it instead. I think I have a friend around who wanted to raise a dog. Would you mind? Before the dog suddenly returns home, you know.”

“Is this guy coming back on its own?”

“Yes. Nowadays, dogs are very smart.”

“……. ”

Eunha stared at Jehwi with a skeptical look, then slowly nodded.

“Alright. For a few days.”

At Eunha’s response, Jehwi’s complexion brightened like magic. Simultaneously,