"Hey, stop drinking. What's the benefit of drinking so much?"
"Why? You should drink a lot when you're in a good mood."
"...don't worry about tomorrow"
"Don't worry about it.."
"...."
"Oh, right, you said you cared, right?"
Taesan, who's blocking the refrigerator door, is worried about Yeoju's condition. In fact, Taesan already knew. Yeoju had disappeared, not contacting him or coming out. But after four days, she's been drinking every night, partying until dawn, and it seems she's lost even more weight.
Kim Yeo-ju, who is a bit of a troublemaker and has been taking Tae-san's concerns in a twisted way again. Honestly, Yeo-ju is not in a good mood right now. Because... Tae-san acted like he would do everything for Yeo-ju until just now, but I saw him talking to Ji-ye, Jo-yeon, and Seong-ho just a moment ago. I felt like I was fooled again. Because there is no trust in the relationship.
"Hey, be consistent."
"...What consistency? I'm so consistent."
"I'm going to tell you not to stab too many people and to curse them."
Oh...he's spouting harsh words again. The feeling of almost trusting Taesan Han a moment ago vanished in an instant. The fact that she'd always been afraid of Taesan, who was always popular, both when they were dating and now, seems to be what's confusing Yeoju.
I quickly move away and go back to Jihyun's side. Jihyun is chatting with Seongho, and at that moment, I'm starting to feel a bit bored. Jaehyun leans against the shopper and turns to look at Yeoju.
“Did you have fun today?”
"It wasn't bad, was it? Jaehyun?"
"me too"
"I guess it was okay since you asked me to change it."
"More than I thought"
"...."
"Is it difficult or something?"
"...Is there anyone who doesn't have a hard time?"
"No way.. haha. If it's not hard, you're crazy."
"Honestly, ah, I shouldn't be saying this here."
"Do you want to go and get some noodles for a bit?"
Is it because of the alcohol? Unlike other people, it seems like Yeo-ju and Jae-hyun both feel the same way. If she were to open up, it would be more comfortable for Seong-ho or Jae-hyun, but it would be a bit rude to Seong-ho, so Yeo-ju follows Jae-hyun around.
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"No, isn't that a bit much? It's not that I'm concerned about X, but I do notice it and think about it, but it's not a good idea and stuff."
"Oh, I'm like that too. But I didn't break up with X on good terms, so we both really hate each other."
"...I don't think I hate either of them. X doesn't think badly of me."
"That's some good news."
"...Is it good...? But the past and present are so different..."
"It seems like you're teasing me."
"..."
"But I don't think it's a joke. You know that person, right? You can tell if he's the kind of person who would commit such a heinous act over time."
"...Are you serious...?"
"I think you'll find out if you talk to him, but I hope you don't forgive him too easily."
"Jaehyun, can you forgive X? I feel like I acted so stupid."
"....Sometimes when you're crazy, you mistake stupid actions for smart ones, but I've already experienced that, so I wouldn't do the same thing even if I died."
"....Right,...um..."
"Honestly..! This date wasn't that great, was it? Why am I so oblivious.."
"...If you were to say outright that it wasn't great, it might be heard, but Jaehyun was a very meticulous person."
"Is this careful?"
"Of course, it's a kind of consideration."
How much did talking to Jaehyun help Yeoju? I think that Yeoju's not paying attention to X thoughts and feelings here means that she didn't truly pour out her heart to that person. Of course, there may be an exception for people who are okay with everything. But I think that when you find a piece of your heart in that person, I think everyone feels that way. So I think it's right for both Jaehyun and herself to think of it as a natural feeling. However, Taesan approaches Yeoju and opens up a reunion for her, and I think that's like homework for Yeoju.
"But if X suggests the possibility of a reunion, which I don't think it will happen... I think I might be a little shaken. Of course, I won't reunite, but since a broken bowl can't be completely restored unless you buy a new one, I think at least both of them will have to change."
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I thanked Jaehyun, who said he would leave first, and sent him off. Still sitting on the balcony, I mull over Jaehyun's words. When two people change, that's when a new relationship begins. So, I wonder what needs to change for Taesan and me. I don't know, Yeoju. In the five years we've been together, I don't think there's ever been a bad feeling between us. When Taesan left her alone at some point, it was like our feelings had disappeared, but how can we change that? As time goes by, Yeoju feels like her homework only grows harder.
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"What are you doing?"
"Why are you spacing out?"
"No, I didn't see Kim Yeo-ju again today."
"Oppa, I like you so much."
"The guy who knows that..."
"Oh, you just saw it..!"
"You seem to be too popular."
"I'll be grateful"
"ㅋㅋㅋThis is ridiculous"
"I had a counseling session with Jaehyun, a date with Taesan...? Anyway, I was called around all day."
"First, don't sit on the floor, sit on a chair."
Oh, come to think of it, the current composition is a bit funny. Yeo-ju is crouching on the floor and Seong-ho is looking down slightly. It's a bit scary. When Yeo-ju sits on the chair, Seong-ho sits across from her. Seong-ho says that he hopes she doesn't mind too much because of what we talked about yesterday. Yeo-ju hesitates, but says that it's hard not to mind, but it won't make things awkward between them, leaving a somewhat ambiguous answer from Seong-ho's perspective. After that, it seems like it was a pretty normal conversation. Like, there's a good restaurant nearby, or the cafe we went to today was pretty.
"Hey, it's more fun if you go with Kim Yeo-ju."
"Hey, it would have been more fun if I went with my brother, but it's a shame."
"Let's go next time, really selflessly, without any inconvenience."
"Brother, don't be so considerate here. You're too kind."
"Hahahahahaha I feel like being a little selfish"
Even if he says that, I know that Seongho will still care about others more than himself tomorrow, or even a second later. Yeoju is definitely comfortable with Seongho. Even if she felt a little uncomfortable with Seongho, whom she liked, back then, she doesn't feel any discomfort with him now. Knowing that it's because of Seongho's consideration for others, Yeoju is certain that he is a truly good person. Then, a thought suddenly occurs to her: Who on earth would break up with such a considerate person and leave here? Well, she'll find out later.
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This is Yeoju, who came into the room after making plans with Seongho. There is no one in the room. She quickly washes up and goes to bed. It is 2 a.m. It feels like a distant past for Yeoju, who was like a wreck not long ago and didn't even know if it was day or night. There are times when her body becomes overworked and she becomes exhausted. But she doesn't regret coming here. Because she got to know good connections and the sincerity of Taesan Han.
"What are you doing, Yeoju?"
"Are you going to sleep too, sister?"
"Uh, uh, no, I was going to go to the terrace, but Jiye and Taesan were talking, so I was just going to sleep."
"...Oh, are you two talking?"
"No, Jiye, I think Taesan really likes you."
"That could be true"
"I didn't think of X"
"Jiye, you're such a healthy person."
"That's why I'm a little jealous."
Ji-ye who likes Tae-san without thinking about X, Tae-san who approaches Yeo-ju while thinking about X, Yeo-ju who is still full of homework even though she knows that, this thought suddenly comes to mind. The thought that if a bright and good person like Ji-ye approaches her, she might like her more than herself who is just going to be cursed. She might get tired of it soon. After all, that is what Yeo-ju wants.
"But Taesan said Jiye was okay too."
Let me say this again, Yeo-ju has no intention of supporting Tae-san's new start. But she doesn't want him to start over with her either. It's just a curse. If Ji-ye likes him, then Tae-san's words of sincerity are no longer sincere. What should she do with Tae-san, who seems different inside and out? She doesn't want him to get tired of her like this, but do she? The counseling with Jae-hyun didn't help much. The conversation with Seong-ho didn't bring Yeo-ju any peace.
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"Ms. Ji-ye, what do you think of Mr. Tae-san?"
"Seriously, can I say this? I think you're the perfect person for me. You're a really good person! Emotionally and rationally."
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"Mr. Taesan, what do you think of Ms. Jiye?"
"She's the closest woman I've ever been to, excluding X. She's fun and comfortable."