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Chapter 26

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It wasn't that Mitch had no good memories with his father. He had taught young Mitch how to write his name in Chinese characters and proudly carried him around all day in front of relatives they were meeting for the first time, boasting, "Look at this. Mitch is so handsome because he takes after me. He'll surely become a great person someday."

But looking back, his father had even taken the New Year's money Mitch received from adults that day, claiming he would return it later.

"If you entrust it to Dad, I'll return it a hundred times over when you're grown up, Mitch."

Such nonsense. He probably spent that small amount on gambling long ago. Mitch had no memory of ever getting it back.

In the end, he was a man who had never properly acted like a father.

Though Mitch had sworn he would never pay off debts created by such a man with his own hands, the situation changed if his mother was also in danger because of him.

Gambling and loan sharks. This was a situation he had experienced a few
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  • When Loving You Became My Sweetest Destruction   Chapter 27

    He had considered reporting this to the police more than dozens of times, but if this was a problem that could be solved by the police, these people wouldn't be operating a loan shark business in the first place.Mitch had been completely drained since receiving his mother's call yesterday, unable to eat properly and running between banks and real estate agencies.Upon investigation, he found that the company harassing his father for debt repayment was notoriously infamous. It wasn't a legitimate financial company, of course, and was known in cryptocurrency, stock, and gambling communities for its brutal illegal debt collection methods.Even though his mother had fled to his aunt's house, they would find her somehow. It was only a matter of time before they came after him too.And it was obvious, even without experiencing it firsthand, that their collection methods wouldn't be ordinary.Even if they found his father who had run away, that man couldn't possibly have the ability to repa

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  • When Loving You Became My Sweetest Destruction   Chapter 28

    The next morning, he tried contacting Douglass again, but he still didn't answer the phone.In the end, Mitch headed to their shared apartment early in the morning without permission. Since he was scheduled to work at the cafe in the afternoon, he planned to retrieve his belongings, move them to the studio apartment, and then go to work.Mitch pressed the doorbell at the apartment entrance, carrying several empty large bags and boxes."Douglass Brady. It's me."There was no response."I've come to get my things. I called and left messages."It seemed like no one was inside. After waiting awkwardly at the door for a few minutes, Mitch entered the apartment using the passcode.Fortunately, the door lock code was unchanged, though he had worried it might have been changed. Seeing that Douglass's shoes weren't in the shoe rack, it seemed he wasn't home. Or perhaps he had gone to work.The empty apartment was unchanged from before. So Mitch was able to enter with his boxes and bags and pac

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  • When Loving You Became My Sweetest Destruction   Chapter 30

    Mitch glanced around. Though there were no people in the studio apartment corridor, there were CCTVs on each floor, and a building manager was stationed on the first floor, so they wouldn't dare harm him recklessly.They probably just came to intimidate him with a warning."I've listed the studio apartment for quick sale, so I'll send the money as soon as I have it. And you've already received part of the payment.""Like I said, you've already exceeded the repayment period. Your father who borrowed the money has disappeared—do you expect us to wait patiently?"The alpha suddenly moved closer and tapped Mitch's cheek."Don't touch me."Mitch immediately brushed his hand away."Haha, feisty one.""Wasn't that debt created through a scheme you all plotted together in the first place?"When Mitch retorted sharply, a rough hand immediately grabbed his hair."Argh!""Who do you think you're raising your voice at? Am I someone to mess with?""...Let go!""It's your father's fault for lurking

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  • When Loving You Became My Sweetest Destruction   Chapter 31

    After thanking him, Mitch entered the studio apartment and checked his face in the bathroom, leaving his belongings untouched.His lip, which had taken a direct hit from the fist, was split with dried blood, and there was a bruise around his jaw.'Ah, I wonder if Darla Forbes received good treatment? I gave her face some pretty colorful decorations.'The loan shark's words made Mitch increasingly anxious."What should I do..."If they couldn't get money after roughing him up, they would go harass his mother again. It might not end with just harassment next time.Money. He had to raise money by any means necessary.Mitch felt his body trembling slightly and clenched his fists. His mind, urgent with the fear of violence, was filled only with thoughts of how to get money.Even if he got the maximum loan from the bank and sold the studio apartment that was listed for quick sale, he would still need more money. The interest was increasing in real time.Even if he took a second job after cl

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  • When Loving You Became My Sweetest Destruction   Chapter 32

    Mitch entered the hospital that the secretary had directed him to. As he headed toward the familiar lobby of Mondel University Hospital, an employee approached him and stopped him, saying that running was not allowed here."I'm sorry," Mitch bowed his head while catching his breath. Then he looked around the lobby, searching for Marlon, whom he was supposed to meet there.'An accident? W-what kind of accident? If he's hospitalized, is he badly hurt? When and where was he injured?'—First, please calm down. It was a traffic accident, but fortunately, he only suffered minor bruises. He's been hospitalized for tests to monitor for any possible aftereffects. During the accident, the director's phone was damaged, so it seems he couldn't contact you.If the secretary described it that way, it must truly be a minor injury. Although the secretary's calm explanation helped reduce his shock, Mitch was still worried about Douglass being in an accident.'He really seemed out of his mind. When I g

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  • When Loving You Became My Sweetest Destruction   Chapter 33

    "The tests showed no problems with his brain. How can he have amnesia? Does that make any sense?""He even remembered the time of the accident correctly and had no problems conversing with family and acquaintances who visited. Though he had symptoms of a concussion, he recovered quickly.""Then how can he only fail to remember me?"Mitch pressed Marlon for any answer about this phenomenon. After hesitating for a few seconds, Marlon opened his mouth."Perhaps the hippocampus or temporal lobe was impacted during the accident...""I thought you said the impact was minor!""We'll need to run tests again. But this is so unexpected that I don't know what to tell you either."Mitch pressed his forehead with both hands and bowed his head. Marlon was equally frustrated and let out a deep sigh."...When a person experiences something too painful, they can sometimes erase memories with even a small physical impact. It's a kind of defense mechanism when they can't handle excessive stress."Mitch

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  • When Loving You Became My Sweetest Destruction   Chapter 34

    Heh. Douglass's laughter spread through the hospital corridor. It was clearly a sneer.Mitch felt heat rushing to his face and bowed his head even lower."Ah, 200 thousand pesos.""It's money I would receive as key money anyway when I leave and another café moves in, I'm just asking for it in advance. Because the situation is urgent...""Hey.""...Huh?"When Douglass cut him off, Mitch startled and raised his head. Then his eyes met with Douglass, who was looking down at him as if he were a bug."I don't like informal speech.""......"Because of the pain spreading from his solar plexus where that gaze had pierced him, Mitch understood what Douglass was saying a beat late.Ah. Could it be he thinks I'm younger than him?"I'm actually older than you.""So what? You come begging for money and want to argue about who was born first?"Mitch shook his head. Then Douglass suddenly grabbed Mitch's chin and lifted his face. Then, as if annoyed by the hat he was wearing, he arbitrarily removed

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  • When Loving You Became My Sweetest Destruction   Chapter 35

    As he watched him with eyes containing surprise and expectation, Douglass instead lit up with interest upon seeing Mitch in the café inside the company building."So you really work here?"He hasn't remembered. Mitch felt his energy drain with disappointment. He swallowed a sigh. Of course, if Douglass had recognized him, he would have apologized first for yesterday, or asked what had happened when he saw his appearance."What would you like to order?"Mitch asked in a businesslike manner."But it's strange. Why would I have set up a café specifically? If I was going to help with something, I would have established a more impressive business.""What drink would you like?""Perhaps I just kept you around casually and threw you any old thing so you could eat and leave?""Are you going to order or not?"Mitch ignored Douglass's words and asked for his order again. Only then did Douglass scan the menu."What did I usually order when I came here?""Iced Americano.""I'll have that."After

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  • When Loving You Became My Sweetest Destruction   Chapter 74

    "..."It was a bit embarrassing, but since Mitch had already agreed to do whatever Douglass wanted, it wasn't surprising that he would make such a request. It wasn't an unreasonable demand either.If anything, since pregnancy had prevented him from properly fulfilling their contract, Mitch had no right to complain even if Douglass got angry."I think that should be fine... I'll do it."And though somewhat pathetic, Mitch desperately needed Douglass's goodwill right now. As long as there was hope that he might accept the child as his own, Mitch didn't want to go against his wishes."Good. Well, we need to go for a checkup soon anyway, so we can confirm it again then."Pleased with Mitch's answer, Douglass wrapped his hand around Mitch's thin, long nape and rubbed it subtly."Ah. And change your phone number."Just as Mitch thought he might kiss him again, Douglass spoke as if something had suddenly occurred to him. Mitch looked up."Why?""Cut off contact with all those other alphas. I

  • When Loving You Became My Sweetest Destruction   Chapter 73

    And the questions about who Mitch Forbes was began to fit together like puzzle pieces."So he was supposed to receive various things from my mother. Simply in exchange for breaking up with me."Then coincidentally, he lost his memories in an accident and there was even a child whose father was unknown. All the promised compensation must have vanished, and it would've been too much to let go.It seems Mitch judged that claiming the child was Douglass Brady's would yield more benefits."So this is what he wants."With a cigarette in his mouth, Douglass's lips curved into a distinct arc.It was so obvious that it was actually fortunate. This was something he could easily provide, except for arranging an alpha.Tossing his now-shortened cigarette out the window, Douglass gestured for his secretary to leave.As he crumpled the documents in his hand, the image of Mitch at the funeral lingered in his mind.His swollen eyes from crying and his frighteningly thin appearance. The shock he felt

  • When Loving You Became My Sweetest Destruction   Chapter 72

    "No, I meant you don't need to eat this too. Just eat your regular food.""How can I eat something nice in front of someone who can't even smell? Forget it."Douglass snapped as if he'd heard something absurd. Then he turned his attention to the food set in front of Mitch.A thick soup was served alongside freshly toasted, warm rye bread. There was also an appetizing cold noodle dish in a medium-sized bowl."Please try it," the housekeeper said.Mitch picked up his spoon. At least there was almost no smell, which seemed fine, but he was nervous about how it would taste."..."He already felt pressured, worried that spitting out food that had been specially prepared would be impolite.The potato soup he carefully tasted under the watchful eyes of Douglass and the housekeeper was just the right lukewarm temperature. It had no strong spice flavors and was mild. Though ordinary people might find it bland, it suited Mitch's current palate."How is it, sir?""It's delicious."Mitch smiled a

  • When Loving You Became My Sweetest Destruction   Chapter 71

    What was his intention in asking? He probably wanted Mitch to terminate the pregnancy, right?Mitch stared at Douglass with fear in his eyes. Contrary to his expectations of a cold, sharp expression, Douglass's face was surprisingly calm. It might be a crazy thought, but it seemed as if he was waiting for Mitch to say he wanted to keep the baby.After a moment of silence, Mitch carefully nodded."Yes.""Good."Douglass accepted calmly. Unlike before, he wasn't ignoring what Mitch said."And you? Did you get tested?"Mitch asked about the vasectomy test."I will. Soon.""...""Are you still certain I'm the father?"Despite having already argued about this question once, Mitch wasn't flustered. Perhaps because he had experienced even more miserable situations, he felt no particular agitation."I'm certain."Douglass silently stared at Mitch for a moment. His lips opened slowly."Alright. We'll find out with a paternity test later."Mitch swallowed dryly while gauging Douglass's mood. Th

  • When Loving You Became My Sweetest Destruction   Chapter 70

    I didn't want to become a stranger to Mitch. Even though I had foolishly offered to pay off his debt because I liked his body, now that I couldn't embrace him, I still didn't want to leave him.Despite knowing that Mitch had tried to deceive me, all I wanted right now was to make him comfortable."Come here."As I entered the funeral hall, Mitch was placing new incense before the old ones burned out. I put the envelope down on the table and called to him."You're here? I'm not really hungry right now.""Just pretend to eat something. You can't keep starving yourself."Mitch didn't argue further and did as I said.My gaze followed Mitch as he approached with somewhat sluggish steps, then shifted to his right foot. That leg seemed to have less strength, causing a subtle imbalance in his gait."What's wrong with your foot?""Just twisted it a bit.""When?""...Why did you buy so much? I won't be able to eat it all anyway."Mitch changed the subject. Though I noticed and was about to poin

  • When Loving You Became My Sweetest Destruction   Chapter 69

    "When does the funeral procession start?""Later at 6 PM."As much as he wanted to tell him to lie down and rest, it would be difficult for Mitch to leave his position as chief mourner for long."If you don't eat this, I'm throwing it away."Douglass began clearing the food in front of Mitch. He knew keeping it there would only make Mitch feel worse."No, I'll do it.""Just sit down, I've got this."He seated Mitch in a chair and quickly cleaned up the table. But Mitch seemed quite uncomfortable with Douglass's actions."You must be busy, you can go back now."In the end, without properly sitting to rest even for a minute, Mitch got up and approached him. He threw away some trash that had fallen on the floor and then handed Douglass his jacket that he had taken off. It was practically asking him to leave.You're in this state and you're telling me to go?Though Mitch probably said it out of consideration, Douglass felt fiery anger rise within him. At the same time, he was greatly dist

  • When Loving You Became My Sweetest Destruction   Chapter 68

    Mitch briefly stared at his profile before awkwardly approaching. He hadn't expected to come this far, so he wasn't sure how to interact with him. Feelings of gratitude, embarrassment, and the desire to avoid the situation were all tangled together."Where's your mom?""She said she felt stuffy and went out for some fresh air.""I see."Mitch nodded. Douglass surveyed the modest and inadequate funeral hall. The whole facility was disorderly. The memorial portrait of Mitch's father was poor quality, somehow blurry and faint. And in the midst of it all stood Mitch."You should have told me about this."Douglass spoke with a surge of emotion that he didn't bother to hide. Mitch lowered his head."It was chaotic. I had to leave right after I got the call..."Thick fatigue had seeped into Mitch's voice. Hearing this excuse made Douglass's anger rise even more, though he knew this wasn't the time or place."Even so, does it make sense to be absent for more than three days without saying any

  • When Loving You Became My Sweetest Destruction   Chapter 67

    How many times had he come here? More than one hundred and fifty visits. Douglass found his past self pathetic. It was also ridiculous that he had accumulated coupons without using them.What a fool he'd been. No wonder someone would take advantage of him and make up absurd lies about being pregnant with his child. Douglass clicked his tongue in disapproval."I'll just pay."Despite saying this, he simply handed over his card. It wasn't like he was trying to squeeze every last penny out of someone. Remembering how the other had scurried around the kitchen so diligently, he didn't particularly want to get free coffee."Yes. I'll prepare it right away."Douglass watched the part-timer head to the kitchen, then leaned forward slightly to peek inside. But Mitch didn't appear until his coffee was ready."One iced Americano."Douglass immediately picked up the coffee from the pickup counter."Excuse me, customer. Is there anything else you need?"The part-timer cautiously addressed Douglass

  • When Loving You Became My Sweetest Destruction   Chapter 66

    "Ugh... What about your father? What are we going to do...?" Mother's crying grew louder as she also noticed what was inside the envelope.Mitch touched the faded old banknotes with his hand and stared at his father lying covered with a white cloth.Why did he still keep this?Even while gambling, cutting off contact with family, being chased by loan sharks, and accumulating countless debts—why did he still have this?It was frustrating that he couldn't ask anymore. Mitch put the money back into the tattered envelope.'Look, Mitch. " Mitch" means to help. Your name means to help people.''That's difficult.''I'll teach you every day until you memorize it.'He resented his father. He was angry at him for dying so absurdly in the end.Why was he selfish until his dying moment? It would have been better if he could just feel nothing, only a sense of liberation. He torments people to the very end."What's the procedure for the funeral?"Only after a long while was Mitch able to clear his

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