Forgetting that the hospital is nearby, and even forgetting that public displays of affection are awkward in front of people.

Seol-hee’s attention was entirely captured by Eun-woo’s large and firm hand holding hers. Unlike her small hand, his large hand conveyed a tingling sensation and comfort.

“Let’s go home.”

Although it might not be the same house, the suggestion to go back felt affectionate and warm, just because they lived in the same building.

Seol-hee’s heart raced without restraint.

Thump, thump.

Walking together with him toward home.

The wind gently brushed by. This summer was unusually hot. Even if you stayed still outdoors, sweat would drip down, and indoors, despite turning on the air conditioner, the heat pouring in through the window made it feel like midsummer.

But now, summer was passing, and fall was approaching. Even with their bodies touching like this, it felt warm.

“The weather is nice.”

Seol-hee brushed away the hair fluttering in the autumn wind. Then, Eun-woo, who was walking with her, stopped and looked at her.

Without saying anything, he stared at Seol-hee.

“Why?”

Did she ask something?

Thinking that something might be wrong, Seol-hee raised her head to look at him. Then, with the hand that wasn’t holding Seol-hee’s, Eun-woo brushed away her disheveled hair.

“That’s why.”

“……. ”

Not knowing what he meant, she blinked her eyes and looked up at him.

Then, Eun-woo grinned and said.

“It’s good.”

“……. ”

“Really good.”

The weather.

It was probably meant in that sense, but her heart sank.

Because it sounded like he was saying that she was good.

Maybe it could be both.

Dr. Oh would have had a quite challenging day today. After returning from Jeju Island in the morning, he had no time to take a break in the afternoon due to the many patients waiting for him.

However, occasionally, his gaze was felt in the hospital. On Sundays, it was very similar to the look he sent her in Jeju Island.

So, every time she felt his gaze, Seol-hee found her fingers stopping, even though she had to concentrate in the hospital.

After having dinner together, they considered going out, but today, both were tired from returning from Jeju Island, so they decided to go home as it is.

While walking, Seol-hee muttered.

“I want to cuddle with Gomgom and sleep quickly.”

Gomgom had been left at the animal hospital while they were in Jeju. She wanted to bring him home on the way back today, but the packing wasn’t finished, so she decided to bring him tomorrow.

“I feel a bit sad. I thought Gomgom would miss me a lot after not seeing him for a few days, but he seemed to be busy playing with Nuri at the hospital.”

“Gomgom spent a long time at the hospital originally.”

“That’s true.”
Having such an ordinary conversation, the two suddenly found themselves at Eun-woo’s house. They took the elevator and stood in the hallway. Standing in front of her own house after a long time, there was a sense of relief, but also a somewhat poignant feeling.

Maybe it’s because she had been with Dr. Oh for the past few days.

“Go in, then. I’ll…”

Whether to say it’s heartbreaking or disappointing, Seol-hee closed her mouth.

Eun-woo nodded at Seol-hee’s farewell. If he felt sad about parting ways over this short distance between two walls, he must be crazy.

It was a good decision not to say it out loud.

Hurriedly nodding, Seol-hee pressed the keypad. Then, from behind, a thick arm wrapped around her.

“Oops.”

“What’s wrong?”

A familiar voice brushed against her ear.

“I don’t want to let you go.”

“……. ”

“It feels sad and empty.”

A moment ago, he was thinking the same thing as she was.

Surprised by that fact and the heartbeat from the man’s body behind her, Seol-hee didn’t know what to do.

Thump, thump, thump.

From Seol-hee’s lips to her ears, everything turned warm.

“We spent the whole weekend together, so I must seem crazy.”

“Oh. No.”

“No, I am. It feels like I’m really going crazy. Why am I like this?”

Even though she should let go.

She didn’t want to let go.

Seeing him speaking so low, Seol-hee didn’t know what to do. The voice brushing against her ear was sweet.

How long did it last?

Eun-woo, who was holding Seol-hee tightly, eventually released his arms.

“Since you might be tired today, I’ll let you go.”

“……. ”

“Good night.”

And stepping back, he shook her hand gently. Watching his slow lips, Seol-hee bit her lip.

“Um, Eun-woo.”

“Hmm?”

“I also thought the same way.”

“What do you mean?”

Words like these aren’t familiar, but…

“I’m reluctant to break up. We’ve been together for three days, and it’s heartbreaking to part ways.”

Eun-woo’s face subtly twisted at Seol-hee’s words.

“That means.”

“Just like that. So if Eun-woo thinks he’s crazy, I’m crazy too. It’s a tie between us.”

Saying that, Seol-hee quickly opened the door.

“Then please be careful going in. It was enjoyable. Jeju Island.”

It was embarrassing to say more and see him, and above all, if she stayed longer, she felt like she couldn’t really part with Eun-woo.

After Seol-hee went in.