Guys last chapter💔, unless yall have any requests. I really enjoyed writing this book actually it was calming because of how cute they are even now I can't stop thinking about my cuties. Anyways thank you for reading and your support

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Yoo-ri lay comfortably on her bed inside the tent, chatting with Soo-e and Nadine. The sun had begun to set, casting a warm glow over Inferno, and the gentle sea breeze filtered through the open flaps of the tent. The three girls were deep in conversation, discussing the day's events, when a shadow appeared at the entrance.

Jin-young's head peeked through, his familiar playful smile spreading across his face. The moment the girls noticed him, their conversation halted, and they all turned to look at him with amused expressions.

"Hey," he greeted casually, his gaze settling on Yoo-ri. He gave her a small wave, and she felt a tiny flutter in her chest despite herself.

Soo-e, always one to tease, smirked. "Did you come to steal Yoo-ri away?" she asked, tilting her head.

Jin-young chuckled, shaking his head. "Not this time," he said. "I was actually looking for Seul-ki."

At his words, Yoo-ri felt the energy in the tent shift slightly. It wasn't a negative feeling, but she could sense Soo-e and Nadine glance at her, waiting to see her reaction. Keeping her expression calm, she nodded toward the changing rooms.

"She's with Se-jeong and Seo-eun," she informed him.

Jin-young nodded, his usual easygoing smile in place. "Got it. Thanks." He flashed her another look before disappearing as quickly as he had come.

The tent was silent for a brief moment before Soo-e turned to Yoo-ri with a curious expression. "So... how do you feel about that?"

Yoo-ri, who had been playing with the hem of her blanket, shrugged. "It's fine," she said simply. "I'll just trust that he knows what he's doing."

Soo-e raised an eyebrow. "Really? You're not even a little bit... I don't know, curious about why he's looking for Seul-ki?"

Yoo-ri thought about it for a second before shaking her head. "I mean, I could wonder about it, but what's the point? If it's important, he'll tell me. If not, then it's not something I need to worry about."

Nadine, who had been listening quietly, smiled approvingly. "That's exactly what building a relationship is about," she said. "Trusting the other person instead of letting doubt creep in."

Soo-e nodded slowly. "That's true," she admitted. "But it's hard, right? Like, this whole experience we're all still getting to know each other, and emotions can be all over the place."

Yoo-ri exhaled softly. "It's not always easy, but I don't want to waste time second-guessing him. I like what we have, and I trust that if he's interested in someone else, he'll be honest with me. And if not, then I'll just take things as they come."

Nadine smiled. "That's a really mature way of looking at it."

Yoo-ri glanced between them, then grinned. "Well, besides, let's be real Jin-young's terrible at lying. If he were up to something, I'd know immediately."

That made the girls burst into laughter, breaking the brief tension in the air. Soo-e nodded in agreement. "That's true! He's way too straightforward to hide anything."

Yoo-ri leaned back against the pillows, feeling lighter. "Exactly. So, no need to stress over things that don't need stressing over."

Soo-e studied her for a moment before smiling. "You really like him, huh?"

Yoo-ri felt her cheeks warm, but she didn't look away. "Yeah," she admitted softly. "I do."

Nadine nudged her lightly. "Then just keep doing what you're doing. Trust is the foundation of everything, and it sounds like you guys have a strong one."

Yoo-ri nodded, appreciating her words. "Thanks, Nadine."

The three of them continued their conversation, shifting topics to other things favorite memories so far, the upcoming challenges, and what they were looking forward to after Inferno. But even as they spoke, Yoo-ri couldn't help but think about Jin-young's presence in her life.

The air was cool, a gentle breeze rolling in from the ocean as Yoo-ri sat outside the boys' tent, gathered with Se-jeong, Seo-eun, Se-jun, Dong-woo, and Jong-woo. The group had fallen into an easy rhythm of conversation, exchanging stories and laughter as the firelight flickered in the background.

Dong-woo let out a sigh, breaking the comfortable silence. "I wanted to talk to Seul-ki earlier," he said, leaning back against the sand, "but Jin-young cut me off before I could."

Seo-eun raised an eyebrow. "Cut you off?" she repeated. "Like, interrupted?"

Dong-woo nodded. "Yeah. I was about to approach her, and next thing I know, Jin-young's already there, talking to her." He shook his head with a small chuckle. "Didn't even get the chance to say a word."

Se-jun let out a low whistle. "Damn, that's tough," he muttered.

Seo-eun tilted her head in curiosity. "Have they been talking this whole time?"

Jong-woo, who had been relatively quiet until now, nodded. "They went to get water a while ago," he said, glancing toward the path leading away from camp. "Haven't come back since then."

At that, Seo-eun turned her attention to Yoo-ri, studying her with an expression of curiosity. "And how do you feel about that?" she asked, her voice light but laced with genuine interest.

Yoo-ri, who had been absentmindedly toying with the hem of her skirt, laughed softly as she pushed a strand of hair behind her ear. She didn't hesitate before answering. "There's not much I can really do," she admitted with a small shrug. "I just have to trust that he knows what he's doing."

Se-jeong, who had been watching the conversation unfold, smiled. "That's a good mindset," she said reassuringly. "Honestly, there isn't any need to worry. Maybe they're just cutting each other off and clearing misunderstandings."

Seo-eun hummed thoughtfully, looking over at Yoo-ri. "But doesn't it at least bother you a little?" she asked. "I mean, it's one thing to trust someone, but that doesn't mean you won't feel something about it."

Yoo-ri considered the question for a moment before nodding. "I mean, I won't pretend like I don't notice things," she admitted. "But at the same time, I don't want to overthink it. If I start doubting him over every little thing, it's just going to make everything more complicated." She glanced at Se-jeong. "And besides, I think you're right. Maybe they're just clearing the air."

Se-jun, who had been listening quietly, smirked. "Still, if it were me, I don't think I'd leave my girl alone for that long," he said teasingly. "I'd at least come back and check in."

Yoo-ri laughed at that, shaking her head. "I don't think he's intentionally leaving me alone," she said. "Jin-young's just... Jin-young. He does things his own way, and I knew that from the start."

Dong-woo stretched his legs out in front of him. "That's fair," he agreed. "He's always been a bit unpredictable."

Jong-woo, who had been observing the conversation, finally spoke again. "I think that's what makes him interesting, though," he said. "You never really know what he's going to do next."

Yoo-ri smiled, thinking about how true that was. Jin-young had always had a way of surprising her sometimes in the smallest, most unexpected ways. He wasn't the type to follow a predictable pattern, but that was part of what drew her to him in the first place.

Seo-eun leaned back on her hands, gazing up at the sky. "Well, if you're not worried, then I guess that's all that matters," she said. "It's your relationship, after all."

Yoo-ri nodded, feeling a sense of quiet confidence settle in her chest. "Yeah," she murmured. "It is."

The group fell into a comfortable silence for a moment, the sound of waves crashing in the distance filling the air. Se-jeong broke the silence with a grin. "Okay, enough about the guys," she said, turning toward Yoo-ri. "Tell me more about paradise. What was the best part?"

At that, Yoo-ri brightened, grateful for the change in topic. "Honestly?" she said with a small smile. "It wasn't even the fancy food or the luxurious room. It was just... getting to spend time together without any distractions."

Se-jun groaned. "Come on, give us something more interesting," he complained. "Like, did anything spicy happen?"

Yoo-ri rolled her eyes, but she couldn't fight back the smile forming on her lips. "Define 'spicy,'" she teased.

Seo-eun laughed. "I think he's asking if there was romantic tension," she clarified, wiggling her eyebrows.

Yoo-ri hesitated for a moment before nodding, her cheeks warming slightly. "Yeah," she admitted softly. "There was."

Se-jeong clapped her hands together excitedly. "I knew it!" she exclaimed. "Okay, details! What was the sweetest thing he did?"

Yoo-ri thought about it for a moment before smiling. "He brought a disposable camera with him," she said. "He said he meant to use it earlier but forgot, so we took pictures together."

Seo-eun's eyes widened. "Wait, that's actually so cute," she said. "Did you keep any of the pictures?"

Yoo-ri nodded. "We took one together, and I told him before the day ended, I wanted to take one of him shirtless," she admitted with a laugh.

Se-jun burst into laughter. "You did not say that."

"I did," Yoo-ri confirmed, laughing along with them. "And he called me blunt."

The group dissolved into laughter, the earlier tension forgotten. It was moments like this that made Yoo-ri appreciate Inferno the friendships, the memories, and the little moments that made everything feel real.

And despite everything, she knew one thing for sure she trusted Jin-young. And that trust? That was enough for her.

The night had settled into a peaceful lull, the soft hum of waves providing a soothing background melody. Yoo-ri was curled up comfortably on her bed, her arms wrapped around Se-jeong as Nadine stretched out beside them. The three girls were talking quietly, their conversation filled with laughter and excitement as they discussed their plans for after Inferno.

"We have to meet up after this," Nadine said, nudging Yoo-ri with her elbow. "No way we're just going back to our lives and never seeing each other again."

"Agreed," Se-jeong chimed in, shifting so that she could see both of them better. "Okay, so what are we doing first?"

"A brunch date," Yoo-ri suggested immediately. "Somewhere with good coffee and pastries."

"Then we go shopping," Nadine added with a grin.

"And a night out!" Se-jeong finished. "Drinks, dancing, the full experience."

The three of them laughed, excitement buzzing in the air between them.

Just then, a male voice interrupted their conversation. "How about a girls' day at the spa?"

Yoo-ri turned her head, immediately recognizing the voice. Jin-young stood at the entrance of the tent, leaning against the fabric with his arms crossed, a playful smirk on his lips.

She let out a small laugh, shaking her head. "What are you doing here?"

Before Jin-young could answer, Se-jeong grabbed a pillow and launched it at him. It hit him square in the chest, making him take a small step back.

"Ow!" he protested, rubbing the spot where the pillow had hit. "What was that for?"

Se-jeong narrowed her eyes at him. "You've been a very busy man today," she accused, crossing her arms. "Leaving Yoo-ri all by herself while you ran around with Seul-ki."

Yoo-ri felt her cheeks warm slightly, but she remained silent, watching the exchange with amusement.

Jin-young raised his hands in defense. "I wasn't running around with her," he said. "I was just trying to end things on a good note before we left."

Se-jeong didn't look convinced, but before she could respond, Jin-young smirked. "Not that you'd understand," he teased. "Since you never went to Paradise."

A chorus of gasps filled the tent.

"Oh no, he did not just say that," Nadine said dramatically, covering her mouth.

Se-jeong's jaw dropped before she grabbed another pillow. "You jerk!" she shouted, throwing it at him with force.

Jin-young laughed as he dodged it, but before he could escape, Yoo-ri and Nadine joined in, launching pillows at him from every direction.

"Take that back!" Se-jeong yelled, grabbing another pillow and swinging it at him.

Jin-young ducked, but he was laughing too hard to properly defend himself. "Okay, okay, I'm sorry!" he managed to say between laughs, trying to shield himself with his arms.

Yoo-ri giggled as she threw another pillow, hitting him squarely in the shoulder. "That's what you get for running your mouth," she teased.

Jin-young, still laughing, managed to grab a pillow and lightly hit Yoo-ri on the head with it. "You're all so violent," he joked, shaking his head.

Se-jeong finally stopped throwing pillows, but she kept her glare firmly in place. "You deserved that," she muttered.

Jin-young smirked and sat down at the edge of Yoo-ri's bed, stretching out his legs. "I guess I did," he admitted, still grinning.

Yoo-ri shook her head, a small smile tugging at her lips. Despite the playful teasing, she couldn't ignore the small part of her that had been waiting to hear what he had to say.

"So," she said, her tone lighter now, "everything's settled with Seul-ki?"

Jin-young turned to look at her, his expression softening. "Yeah," he said. "I just wanted to clear the air before we left. Make sure there were no misunderstandings."

Yoo-ri nodded, appreciating the honesty. "That's good," she said simply.

Jin-young studied her for a moment before reaching over and lightly poking her cheek. "You weren't worried about me, were you?" he teased.

Yoo-ri rolled her eyes but didn't push his hand away. "Not at all," she said, tilting her chin up. "I knew you'd come back eventually."

His smirk widened. "Oh? Confident, are we?"

Se-jeong groaned. "Can you two stop flirting for one second?" she complained.

Yoo-ri and Jin-young laughed, but neither of them moved away.

"So, are we really doing a spa day?" Nadine asked, steering the conversation back to their earlier plans.

"Only if Jin-young pays for it," Se-jeong said, narrowing her eyes at him.

Jin-young scoffed. "Why do I have to pay?"

"Because you just insulted me," she shot back. "Consider it an apology."

Jin-young sighed dramatically. "Fine," he said. "I'll treat you all to a spa day. Happy now?"

The girls cheered, and Yoo-ri laughed as she leaned back against her pillows.

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The night sky stretched endlessly above them, a blanket of deep navy dotted with shimmering stars. The group was gathered around the campfire, the soft crackling of the flames mixing with the occasional laughter and murmurs of conversation. There was a certain heaviness in the air, not from sadness but from the realization that their time together was coming to an end.

Yoo-ri sat comfortably between Jin-young and Se-jeong, wrapped in the warmth of the fire and the presence of her castmates. The flickering light cast a golden glow on everyone's faces, making the moment feel even more intimate.

"It feels like just yesterday we arrived," Seo-un sighed, pulling her knees to her chest. "Now, suddenly, it's all over."

"It went by so quickly," Se-jun agreed. "I feel like we just got comfortable, and now we have to go back to real life."

Han-bin, always the energetic one, clapped his hands together. "Before we get too sentimental, how about we reveal our ages?" he suggested with a mischievous grin. "I feel like some of you have been keeping secrets."

A wave of excitement spread through the group as everyone nodded in agreement.

"Se-jeong, you go first I'm dying to know," Han-bin said, pointing at her.

Before Se-jeong could answer, Yoo-ri crossed her arms and shot Han-bin a glare. "If you had taken her to Paradise, you'd already know," she huffed.

The group burst into laughter, Jin-young nudging Yoo-ri's shoulder playfully. "You're really holding onto that, huh?"

"Of course," Yoo-ri replied, flipping her hair dramatically. "It's my villain origin story."

"You're too cute to be a villain," Se-jun teased, making her roll her eyes.

Se-jeong took a deep breath before announcing, "I'm 26 years old, and I'm a model."

Yoo-ri gasped, turning to face Se-jeong fully. "Unnie?!" she exclaimed in disbelief.

Se-jeong grinned and nodded. "That's right, I'm your unnie."

Yoo-ri shook her head in awe. "Wow, my classmates might be young, but I have a hot sunbae just for you," she teased, making Se-jeong laugh before pulling her into a hug.

"Okay, Yoo-ri, your turn," Se-jeong said, resting her chin on her shoulder.

Yoo-ri straightened up and tucked a loose strand of hair behind her ear. "I'm 24 years old," she started. "And I'm a law student at Korea University."

A beat of silence followed before a chorus of surprised reactions filled the air.

"Wait, what?!" Se-jun exclaimed.

"A law student?" Seo-un echoed, her eyes wide.

"You've been hiding that from us this whole time?" Dong-woo said, shaking his head.

Yoong-jae, who had been quietly listening, frowned. "She still hasn't revealed everything."

Yoo-ri chuckled, her dimples appearing as she grinned. "Fine, fine," she relented. "I also have an internship at Kim & Chang."

Gasps of shock and admiration rippled through the group.

"No way!" Han-bin shouted. "That's one of the top law firms in Korea!"

"Okay, so not only are you smart, but you're insanely smart," Se-jeong said, patting Yoo-ri's head like a proud older sister.

"Why didn't you tell us earlier?" Seul-ki asked, tilting her head as she looked at her.

Yoo-ri shrugged. "I didn't want to make a big deal out of it," she admitted.

"Well, it is a big deal," Nadine said with a grin. "That's really impressive, Yoo-ri."

"Speaking of impressive," Se-jeong cut in, turning to Han-bin. "What about you? How old are you?"

Han-bin smirked. "I'm 24."

A stunned silence filled the air before everyone started yelling at once.

"Wait, what?"

"There's no way!"

"I thought you were the oldest!"

"You act like an ahjussi!"

Han-bin threw his head back, laughing as he clutched his stomach. "I take that as a compliment," he said proudly.

Yoo-ri shook her head. "Honestly, I had you pegged as at least 28," she confessed.

"I get that a lot," Han-bin admitted with a grin.

After everyone recovered from the shock, they continued revealing their ages and professions one by one. There were a few surprises here and there, but the biggest shock came when Nadine spoke up.

"I'm 23," she said. "And I'm a Harvard medical student."

Silence.

Then, chaos.

"You're a what?!" Se-jeong shrieked.

"A Harvard student?" Se-jun repeated, as if trying to process the words.

"No way," Dong-woo muttered, shaking his head.

Han-bin threw his hands up. "Okay, so not only do we have a lawyer-in-the-making, but we also have a future doctor here?"

"Yoo-ri and Nadine are literally geniuses," Se-jeong said, wrapping an arm around both of them. "We've been living with actual prodigies, and we didn't even know it."

"I feel stupid now," Se-jun groaned, making everyone laugh.

Jin-young nudged Yoo-ri's knee with his own. "So, when are you two going to take over the world?" he teased.

Yoo-ri smirked. "Give us a few years," she joked.

The group continued to laugh and talk, their playful banter filling the night air. Even though their time in Inferno was coming to an end, moments like these the shared secrets, the teasing, the warmth of companionship were what truly mattered.

The night deepened, but no one made a move to leave the warmth of the fire. The soft glow flickered across their faces, casting shadows that danced in the breeze. The weight of the show coming to an end hung in the air, but no one wanted to acknowledge it just yet. Instead, they sat close, their legs stretched out or crossed, leaning against one another as they laughed and reminisced.

Yoong-jae, who had been quietly observing, suddenly smirked and turned to Yoo-ri. "Alright, Yoo-ri," he said, crossing his arms. "Who did you pick for your first impression?"

A round of teasing murmurs went around as the others turned to her expectantly.

Yoo-ri, surprised by the question, hesitated for a moment before pointing at Han-bin with a small smile. "Han-bin," she answered.

Han-bin gasped dramatically, clutching his chest. "Me? Really?"

She nodded. "You were the friendliest to me when I arrived," she admitted. "You made me feel comfortable right away."

"Aww, I'll take it!" Han-bin grinned, nudging her shoulder playfully. "So, I was your first impression. What about your last impression?"

Yoo-ri turned to Se-jeong, her eyes twinkling mischievously. "Unnie," she said.

The group burst into laughter, and Se-jeong threw her arms around Yoo-ri dramatically. "That's right!" she declared. "Let's leave Inferno together!"

Jin-young, who had been listening with an amused expression, suddenly placed his hand over his heart and leaned toward Yoo-ri with mock offense. "Wait... I feel hurt," he said, feigning heartbreak.

Yoo-ri rolled her eyes but couldn't fight the smile pulling at her lips. "Oh, please," she teased. "You'll survive."

Jin-young smirked. "Barely."

The group continued asking each other questions, going in circles as they reflected on their time together. The teasing never stopped, but underneath it all was a sense of genuine appreciation for each other.

"So, Yoo-ri," Se-jun said, resting his chin on his hand. "What are your final thoughts on Inferno?"

Yoo-ri took a deep breath, looking at the fire as she gathered her thoughts. "Honestly," she started, "I'm really thankful for this experience. I came in not knowing what to expect, but I ended up meeting so many amazing people." She turned to Nadine and Se-jeong, her expression softening. "I'm especially happy I got to meet you two."

"Aww, Yoo-ri," Nadine cooed, pulling her into a side hug.

"Does that mean the rest of us aren't important?" Dong-woo interjected, placing a hand over his chest in mock offense.

Yoo-ri shook her head, laughing. "That's not what I meant! I just meant that Nadine and Se-jeong had a bigger impact on me. We clicked so well, and they made this experience even more special."

"I feel like I'm about to cry," Se-jeong joked, dramatically wiping a nonexistent tear from her eye.

Dong-woo sighed. "Fine, fine. We'll accept that answer... grudgingly."

"But what about Jin-young?" Han-bin smirked. "Are you happy you met him?"

Yoo-ri glanced at Jin-young, who was waiting for her response with a raised brow. She exhaled softly before answering, "I am."

Jin-young's lips curled into a small smile as he leaned back on his hands, watching her.

"This show helped me in a lot of ways," Yoo-ri continued. "Before coming here, I think I was so focused on my career and my future that I never really slowed down to think about anything else." She smiled to herself. "Being here made me realize that there's more to life than just work and school. That it's okay to take a break, to enjoy the moment, and to let people in."

The group grew quiet as they listened, understanding the depth of what she was saying.

"I feel like Inferno was the perfect bridge for me before moving on to the next chapter of my life," Yoo-ri admitted. "I don't know what's going to happen after this, but I know I won't forget this experience or the people I met here."

Han-bin let out a dramatic sigh. "Man, I really didn't expect to get emotional tonight."

"You're always emotional," Se-jeong teased.

"Not true!" Han-bin argued. "I'm just... sentimental!"

The group burst into laughter again, the heaviness of the moment lightened by their shared humor.

As the fire crackled and their laughter continued, she realized that no matter where life took her next, she'd carry these memories with her because Inferno wasn't just about finding romance. It was about the friendships, the growth, and the unforgettable moments they had shared.

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The waves gently lapped against the shore, their rhythmic sound filling the air as the sun cast a golden glow over the sand. The final day on Inferno had arrived, and with it came the moment they all had been anticipating the final selection.

Yoo-ri stood on the beach, the breeze tugging at the hem of her dress as she shifted on her feet. She glanced down the line, where the others were also waiting, their faces filled with nervous excitement. Her gaze landed on Se-jeong, who was standing a few spots away, staring out at the ocean with a peaceful smile.

A mischievous glint entered Yoo-ri's eyes as she cupped her hands around her mouth and called out, "Se-jeong!"

Se-jeong turned, raising a brow. "What?"

Yoo-ri grinned. "I've got a hot date lined up for you outside of here!"

Se-jeong smirked, placing a hand on her hip. "Oh, yeah?"

"Of course," Yoo-ri teased. "Only the best for my unnie."

Se-jeong laughed and blew her a kiss, making Yoo-ri giggle.

The playful moment helped ease the nervousness in her chest, but it didn't last long. A familiar presence approaching from the distance caught her attention. Her heart stuttered slightly as she turned her head, watching Jin-young walk toward her with that easy confidence he always carried.

From behind her, Se-jeong cupped her hands around her mouth and shouted, "Yah, hurry up! Don't keep my girl waiting!"

Yoo-ri laughed, shaking her head as Jin-young smirked at Se-jeong's remark. He walked with his hands tucked into his pockets, but the closer he got, the softer his expression became.

When he finally reached her, he didn't hesitate. He extended his hand toward her, palm open in invitation.

Without a second thought, Yoo-ri slipped her fingers into his.

Jin-young smiled at the gesture, but instead of just standing there, she pulled him into a hug. He let out a small chuckle of surprise before wrapping his arms around her, his warmth enveloping her completely.

For a moment, it was just the two of them, standing in each other's embrace, the sound of the waves in the background.

Jin-young exhaled softly, his breath fanning against her hair. "I can't wait for us to make so many memories together," he murmured.

Yoo-ri felt a warmth spread through her chest, a genuine smile tugging at her lips. She nodded against his shoulder. "Me too."

The final announcement was about to begin, but at that moment, all that mattered was them two people who had started as strangers in Inferno but were now stepping into something new together.