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05:00 PM

AFTER CLASSES

Your POV

Tomorrow is our roadtrip. I'm excited because I missed the road and having a good time with the girls. I wonder how it would turn out

Your POV

with some guys in our circle now. I'm also starting to get close with all of them. They're really fun to talk to.

Your POV

I'm about to walk in the parking lot when a familiar car stopped in front of me, then the window went down.

Han Jisung

Can I take you home?

Soohee

Again?

Han Jisung

I already told Seungmin so he already left. You have no choice now. Hehe

Your POV

So that's why he quickly left when our last subject ended.

Soohee

Did I ever rejected you when you ask to take me home?

Han Jisung

Umm..No?

Soohee

You could've just asked me again. I don't mind it if you're my driver.

Han Jisung

Okay! I'll tell Seungmin that I'll be your driver from now on~

Your POV

I was about to open the car door when...

Han Jisung

Wait! Don't touch that!

Your POV

He quickly went outside and opened the car door for me...again.

Soohee

I can open it on my own you know.

Han Jisung

I know. I just want to do it for you.

Your POV

I find myself smiling when he gave me that smile again, and I think he noticed.

Han Jisung

Is that smile for me?

Your POV

Yup. He did noticed.

Soohee

Just take me home driver.

Han Jisung

*chuckles* Yes ma'am. Do you mind if I crash at your place for half an hour?

Soohee

If you want to. I'm sure Soomi wants to see you too.

Han Jisung

Great!

Your POV

Honestly...I want to hangout with him for a little longer.

Your POV

When we arrived at home, it was quiet. I saw a note at the table in the living room, and it's from mom.

Mom

"Soohee, your dad, Soomi and I went to visit your grandparents today. I know you'll be busy packing for tomorrow, I'll just tell them that

Mom

you're busy at the moment.. We might be home late, so you and Seungmin can cook your own dinner. -Mom"

Soohee

Huh. They're not here. And where's Seungmin? Did you see his car outside?

Han Jisung

Uhh. No. Where are they? Your family?

Soohee

They're at my grandparents. Hold on I'll call Seungmin.

***Calling...Stupid***

Seungmin

Seungmin in the Building! But in the car at the moment.

Soohee

Ughh. Where are you??

Seungmin

I saw mom's note at the living room, so I decided to follow them! I'm sure that grandmom cooked a delicious meal.

Soohee

You left me here?! Didn't you realize that mom will kill you for leaving me?!

Seungmin

Ooohhh. Right. Crap.

Soohee

Huh. Goodluck with mom stupid.

Seungmin

On second thought... I'm going back home. I don't want mom to shout at me.

Soohee

Surprisingly, that's smart of you. You'll cook dinner by the way, for almost leaving me.

Seungmin

Ughh. Fiiine. Bye.

Your POV

I just realized that it's only me and Han here. I looked at him and saw he's already staring at me. Damn why does he look good?

Soohee

Umm. What?

Han Jisung

Nothing. You were cute just now.

Soohee

Ugh. Stop that.

Han Jisung

Stop what?

Soohee

Being charming.

Han Jisung

So I'm charming huh? *steps closer* Is it possible that you're falling for me too?

Your POV

Umm. What is he doing??

Soohee

Hey! Get your mind out of the gutter. So it's just me and you here. Seungmin is on his way home.

Your POV

I sat in the couch and turned on the television. Han sat beside me and rests his head on my shoulder..

Soohee

Excuse me...what are you doing?

Han Jisung

Watching...

Soohee

And? You really have to rest your head on me?

Han Jisung

Yeah. I feel a little dizzy too.

Your POV

I touched his forehead and cheek. It feels like he's about to have a fever. I removed my hand, and then he took it and returned it in his

Your POV

cheek. I looked at him and his eyes are closed.

Soohee

Are you okay? You feel like you're about to have a fever. You should go home and rest.

Han Jisung

Nah. I'm just like this sometimes. It'll go away later.

Soohee

Are you sure? You might not be able to come on the roadtrip tomorrow.

Han Jisung

Are you kidding? I won't miss it for the world. Just keep your hand here in my cheek. I'll be okay later.

Your POV

He's being clingy and hopelessly cute, so I just kept holding his cheek. We're just friends... there's nothing wrong with this.

Your POV

After a few minutes, there's a knock on the front door..

Soohee

Oh. Someone's here. Hold on.

Han Jisung

Uugghh noooo..

Your POV

Han opened his eyes and he looks irritated. It looks like he was about to fall asleep just now.

Soohee

*laughs* You're like a little kid that was disturbed from his nap. I'll just check who it is.

Your POV

I went to the front door then opened it...and time stopped when I saw who it is.

Your POV

It can't be. He's here too? He still looks the same..only taller. Is it really him?

Jeong In

H-hi... Noona...

Soohee

Jeong In??

Your POV

A tear slipped down my cheek, then he walked towards me and gave me the best hug I missed from him.

Soohee

I can't believe you're here!

Jeong In

I'm sorry noona, for coming here unannounced. I really...missed you a lot. I was afraid you wouldn't talk to me if I tried to contact you..

Soohee

Oh no... I'm sorry Jeong In. I shouldn't have involved you back then. It was just hard for me, because you'll remind me of your brother..

Bang Chan

*clears throat* I'm here..

Soohee

Oh. You're here too. I didn't noticed, sorry.

Bang Chan

It's okay. Sorry for not telling you, he wanted to surprise you.

Soohee

You still haven't changed huh? You still like giving surprises.

Jeong In

A good surprise I hope?

Soohee

The best. Don't worry. I'm sorry I haven't contacted you for a long time.

Jeong In

It's okay noona. I blame hyung for that..

Bang Chan

Hey!!

Soohee

*laughs* Come here... I really missed you.

Your POV

I hugged Jeong In again and he spinned me around.

Soohee

Whoa! You're strong.

Jeong In

He he. I'm working out now too, and your not heavy so it's not that hard.

Han Jisung

Soohee? What's taking you so long?

Your POV

Han walked out and he froze when he saw who it is. He knitted his brows when his eyes landed on me and Jeong In.

Your POV

I looked at Jeong In and he raised his eyebrows when he saw Han, and Chan was shocked to see him here.

Han Jisung

Umm. Who's the other dude?

Jeong In

Uhhh noona, who is he??

Bang Chan

What are you doing here?

Han Jisung

Hanging out with Soohee.

Bang Chan

Really? And her parents are cool with that?

Han Jisung

Yeah. But they're not here so it's just me and her.

Bang Chan

What?! It's only you two inside? What were you two doing??

Jeong In

Noona, do you hav a new boyfriend now?

Bang Chan

You're together now?!

Soohee

CHILL! No Jeong In, he's a close friend of mine. Han, this is Jeong In, Chan's younger brother.

Jeong In

*sighs* Oh I'm glad...I felt awkward for awhile there.

Soohee

We were just watching a show. Do you want to come inside?

Jeong In

Sure!

Bang Chan

Of course. It's weird to leave you both alone.

Han Jisung

Huh. Why? You jealous?

Bang Chan

As a matter of fact--

Soohee

Stop it or I'll kick you both out. Come on Jeong In.

Your POV

We all went back inside and I pulled Jeong In beside me.

Soohee

So how are you? Will you be staying here for long?

Jeong In

I'm feeling more better now that I saw you again. I will be studying here from now on. I really missed it here.

Han's POV

I felt jealous with Chan's brother, even though he only treats Soohee as her sister. They were catching up with each other so I sat on

Han's POV

the other side of the couch, giving them time to talk. Chan sat beside me and he was looking at me suspiciously.

Han Jisung

Can I help you?

Bang Chan

Why are you here?

Han Jisung

I just told you didn't I? I'm hanging out with Soohee, then you two showed up.

Bang Chan

That's all?

Han Jisung

Jeez. What are you expecting to hear? Something else? Don't worry we're not in that stage yet.

Bang Chan

So you really do like her..

Han Jisung

You're stupid if you haven't find it out yet.

Bang Chan

Ugh. Now you're an obstacle in my way.

Han Jisung

What do you mean?

Bang Chan

*lowers his voice* Just between you and me, I haven't given up on her. So watch it.

Han Jisung

You know... I'm not nervous at all. What makes you think you can have her back?

Bang Chan

We have a past together, and it's not that hard to mend it back. You'll see, and see my brother? He's helping me.

Han's POV

Ugh. That Jeong In must be telling Soohee to get back together with his brother right now. I have to act faster.

Han Jisung

Umm. So you're Chan's brother huh? Jeong In? Did I heard your name right?

Jeong In

Yes. Hello. I wanna congratulate you by the way, you seem to have won noona's trust to become a friend of hers.

Han Jisung

Oh. Thanks. It was hard though.

Your POV

Wow. I thought it was just easy for Han since he was stubborn.

Jeong In

I'm watching you though...

Han Jisung

Uhh. Why?

Jeong In

Nothing...just a feeling I've got.

Bang Chan

I think I know what you're thinking, and let me tell you that you're right.

Han Jisung

Wow. Soohee, help me out here? They're against me!

Soohee

You don't have to be suspicious of Han okay? He's a good person. I wouldn't be friends with him if he isn't.

Jeong In

Umm. That wasn't what I was thinking noona. I think he likes you..so I'm keeping an eye on him.

Han Jisung

So? She knows, and she's fine with it.

Bang Chan

Wait, really? You knew ?

Soohee

It's too obvious. Han is showy with his feelings.

Jeong In

Yeah. I just met you, but I can tell you like noona.

Bang Chan

Hmm. In that case...let me say my feelings too. I still like you Soohee...

To be continued.