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A mobile game rated 19 that swept through South Korea’s BL fandom, “Don’t Look for the Sickly Villain”, commonly referred to as “Sickly Villain”.

The story follows the game’s protagonist, who transmigrates into the villain of an in-game novel titled “My Beloved Beta”, and struggles to avoid the destruction ending.

The character Yeon Yiseo is the kind-hearted protagonist of the in-game novel “My Beloved Beta.”

However, this world is ultimately part of the “Sickly Villain” universe, and Yeon Yiseo is neither the main character nor a love interest but just a minor supporting role.

Yeon Yiseo’s goal is to maintain the game’s plot as much as possible while building connections with the famous individuals— namely, the strategy characters of “Sickly Villain.”

But then.

“Weren’t you supposed to be a Beta?”

Yeon Yiseo momentarily couldn’t answer and pressed his lips together.

Still, it probably wouldn’t have made a difference what they said — there was no way to stop Alexander from figuring it out. Alexander’s eyes widened slightly before his voice took on a knowing tone.

“Why didn’t you contact me?”

“There are things I need to set straight. First, Yeon Yiseo, your worth cannot be compared to a mere suite room. Second, I also need to take responsibility. It wasn’t something you did alone. I am also accountable.”

“…….”

Yeon Yiseo couldn’t respond to his words. The biggest reason was that they hadn’t expected Alexander to say such a thing. His words were unbelievably sweet and comforting.

Yeon Yiseo slowly closed their eyes and opened them again, parting their lips slightly, but in the end, no words came out.

“I’ll provide pheromones until your condition stabilizes.”

** frame novel: a story within a story, like a picture inside a frame.