"Hey, people are talking about you two." Sunwoo took my phone then scrolled through the comments. "They think we're dating just because of how close we are?" "The internet is a terrible place." We all looked at Chanhee who was applying a face mask to his face. "I mean, they aren't wrong though. You are naturally pretty." "Why thank you, Hyunjoon." "Oh, is someone catching feelings?" "N-No!" We all laughed at Hyunjoon who had now retreated into the bedroom.

I lied down in the bed with Sunwoo and Hyunjoon as we watched TV. I haven't seen Younghoon since the pool meeting and I've been dying to ask him questions. "Hey, Look up." "Huh?" I looked up and saw he was snapping a photo. "You're lost in thought. What's going on? Is that attractive guy?" "Of course not. I'm just worried about Mr. Yeo." Hyunjoon chuckled then pulled me close. "Stop lying. We both know you're thinking of Kim." I hit Hyunjoon then stole a glance at an unphased Sunwoo. "Don't mention him in front of them."

Sunwoo had left the room to bother Kevin and Chanhee, leaving us alone. "So, do you think you can forget him?" "Promise me you won't tell Hyungseo. He's more of a blabbermouth than you. I'm begging you." "I get it, calm down. I promise." I sighed then looked at my hands. "I found him. Kim. I at least think I did." "W-Wha...Really?" I nodded then ran a hand through my hair. "He works here. He's that attractive guy you both saw. I doubt him, but he doesn't look like the type to lie." "Really? There are people in the world who don't look like they could hurt a fly, but have killed people."

Hyungseo had entered with Chanhee and Sunwoo following behind. "Your monkey friend nearly ripped my clothes." I looked at Hyungseo who looked down in shame. "Luckily, Sunwoo was there to help." "I told you, when I see food, of course I'm going to steal some." "But you didn't have to get all grabby." Soon all four of them were arguing and I honestly wanted quiet. "Guys, we came here to have fun and destress. Doing this is just stressing you out. Chan, I'm sure Seo has apologized. So accept it and move on. And you two, instead of adding fuel to the fire, why didn't you just put it out? Why am I the only voice of reason here?" I angrily got up from the bed and stormed out of the room.

I quietly sat on the patio then sighed. It's only been a few days and we're already arguing about trivial things. "You don't seem happy." I looked up and saw Younghoon sit next to me. "Oh, hey..." "I know, I'm still a stranger, but I want to get to know you better." "Surprisingly, me too." Younghoon smiled then rested his head on his arms. "I used to be a musician, but I gave up and came here. My parents knew the owner and she was looking for a new employee." I could hear the sadness in his voice as he spoke. "When we met, I was on my way to the airport. I was starting to run late, but you were more important." "Well, I'm guessing you made the flight since you're here?" Younghoon laughed and I couldn't help but smile and think of how cute it was.

"No, the owner had to come get me on her private jet. It was quite the experience. She wasn't mad like I thought she would be. I guess me telling her what had happened softened her." "What did you do with the knives?" "Threw'em away." I nodded then started drawing invisible circles on the table. "Back then, I was just starting out as an idol. I feared that on that day, it'd be my last. Then you appeared and I thought, 'This has to be my guardian angel.' I really didn't expect anyone to be passing by." I felt myself shake a bit as I recalled the events. "Thank you, really..."

"Did you really remember me after all this time?" Younghoon nodded then closed his eyes. "I couldn't forget you, even if I wanted to." I looked at him, waiting for him to continue. "It was love at first sight, I guess. And seeing the fear in your eyes then hope as I appeared, I made sure to remember your features in case I ever ran into you again." I didn't know what to say as I felt as if he had just confessed to me. "Don't think of it as a confession. I can give you a proper one later on. For now..." He intertwined our fingers then let out a hum of satisfaction. "Let's stay like this for a bit." He answered all of my questions, but not once asked anything in return. I started feeling bad.

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