Childhood Friend of the Zenith

Cheol Ji-seon fell silent for a moment after hearing my response.

I expected some kind of reaction after my confirmation. Judging by his character, I thought he'd ask either why I had done it or if there was a plan to get him out.

I tapped the table lightly with my fingertips, waiting for him to ➤ NоvеⅠight ➤ (Read more on our source) speak.

Would he ask why I did it?

Or would he ask if there was a plan to rescue him?

As I waited patiently, Cheol Ji-seon finally opened his mouth.

“...Did you have a reason for doing it?”

The first option. He was more curious about the reasoning than the plan itself.

It was a response that reflected Cheol Ji-seon’s personality—thoughtful and considerate, even in such a direct question.

Of course, this kind of approach didn’t suit me.

“A reason, huh... I did it because it was necessary.”

“Necessary?”