"Let's flirt, officially"
57 • A long-awaited home date
남진혁
…I’ve been there and back.
I greeted the empty living room. Today's work had completely ruined my day. The office staff, seeing the mess caused by that woman, Jangmo, who had come to visit, were curious. Who was she?
Since she just stared at me without asking, I just told her everything. She was my mother-in-law. The employees nodded, their expressions secretly apologetic. It was as if they were saying, "You asked the wrong thing."
I hung the coat I was holding on the sofa, leaned back against it, and raised my head to the sky. I then blocked my view with my arm, hoping that if I stayed like that, I'd be able to remain a little more quiet.
최혜지
You just met Do Yeo-ju, why does your face look like that?
He came out because he heard a noise from the front door. He came out into the living room in his pajamas, arms crossed, leaned against a pillar, and asked.
남진혁
… So, why did you do that?
최혜지
what?.
남진혁
Was that so hurtful?
남진혁
So, did you tell your mom about today?
Jihye, who had strong pride, showed signs of anger at Jinhyeok's provocation, and then spoke loudly.
최혜지
Hurt your pride? Why would I do that to a girl like that!!
남진혁
Because she's prettier and kinder than you.
최혜지
You... Really!!.
남진혁
Okay. You sleep in your room. I'll sleep on the living room sofa.
최혜지
…Are you saying we should use each room now?
Jinhyuk, who was loosening the tie that was choking his neck with one hand, lay down on the sofa, closed his eyes slightly, and spoke quietly with the corners of his mouth raised as if he was laughing.
남진혁
So what? I don't even love you.
His words not only touched Hyeji's pride, but also her temper.
Hyeji turned around with a furious expression and went up to her room. After confirming this, he pulled his phone out of his pocket and checked the messages.
남진혁
…Should I send a text?
전정국
See? What did I say?
전정국
The male protagonist is dating that villainess, right?
도여주
Hmm… that was bad.
It was while they were enjoying their free time, eating popcorn as a late-night snack and lying on the sofa watching a drama. He held the female protagonist in his arms, using his arm as a pillow, while he munched on popcorn with his other hand.
전정국
But what can I do... that villainess is threatening me.
도여주
That's fine, that's all. But, if I tell you secretly, will it be okay?
도여주
How anxious and hurt must you be?
도여주
If you knew in advance, you would understand even if you were jealous… .
I looked at her grumbling while eating popcorn, and thought she was cute, so I poked her cheek with my finger and said,
전정국
[Sigh-] So cute. Are you immersed in the drama?
도여주
Well, what do you think? It was made to be immersive.
전정국
Oh, by the way… I heard Jimin hyung is making a special appearance too.
도여주
In that drama?
전정국
Yeah. I think it was something like… a successful top star? I think it was a singer from the villainess’ company.
도여주
Ohh, it suits you well-
전정국
That's a top star with no shame. A top star who thinks he's great.
The female protagonist spoke while pointing at the TV screen and smiling.
도여주
Hey, not really.
전정국
How would you know that - you'd be stealing snacks from the waiting room behind you.
도여주
… Even if you think about it, Jimin oppa stealing snacks is the most he can do?
전정국
… huh.
Swish, -
The heroine, sitting upright on the sofa with a smile, spoke while ruffling his hair.
도여주
Phew, oh my - look at how jealous you are.
전정국
I'm not jealous. It's real.
도여주
Okay, okay. If someone saw me, they'd think I just told Jimin oppa I was getting married.
Wow, -
He wrapped one hand around her waist and looked up at her as he spoke.
전정국
No. You're already married to me.
도여주
Of course. You're already married - you must be foolish.
전정국
tooth ….
전정국
Hug me quickly, princess. Park Jimin will be here soon.
The female protagonist, startled by the masculine title, opened her eyes wide and quickly covered his mouth.
Tup, -
도여주
Oh my goodness, who did you learn that from?
He tapped her hand and made a gesture to get her to move her hand, but when she took her hand away, Jungkook spoke with a curt expression and tone of voice.
전정국
… It’s strange. When Kim Yohan talks like this, women like it.
도여주
What are you going to do by learning that?
전정국
For the princess, use it.
The female protagonist, who was creeped out by the word 'princess', playfully said that she felt goosebumps running down her body.
도여주
Don't do it. Seriously - it gives me goosebumps.
도여주
I don't think I can open my hand. I'm going to turn into a chicken at this rate.
도여주
Even middle and high school students dated. How old are you? It's embarrassing to talk about that kind of thing.
He spoke, showing his half-bent fingers. Jungkook, finding her reaction amusing, grabbed her hand, placed her on the sofa so her head wouldn't hit it, and whispered softly into her ear.
전정국
Princess?, Princess-
도여주
Hey, I told you not to do that-
전정국
Oh, but I can't do it even if I do it...
Jeongguk, who was looking down from above, cupped her cheek with his hand, moved closer, and gave her a slightly long kiss before speaking.
전정국
love you.
도여주
Sigh, - ] I know, Mr. Former President.
전정국
At times like this, you should tell them you love them. This is too much… .
Again, the playful female lead shook her head and spoke.
도여주
Because I saw you doing it.
전정국
what ….
도여주
Excuse me, I'm going to the bathroom. I'm going to pause the drama.
도여주
I have to see Jimin oppa appear.
전정국
Yes, yes - if you wish, I will stop.
Whoa, -
The female protagonist, having finished her work, approached the sink, turned on the faucet, and washed her hands, but then turned her attention to the sound of a notification on her phone.
도여주
Who is it?, there is no one to contact me… .
도여주
Oh, is that Joohee?
After wiping the remaining moisture from his hands with a towel, he opened his phone and checked the message that had been sent to him.
도여주
Let's see...
도여주
Did you get in okay? What is it?
Yes, the text message that flew to Yeoju wasn't sent by Joohee.
도여주
Nam Jin-hyuk… .