Since yesterday, Siwoo abruptly halted his steps. It must be because it was an unexpected story; he must have a lot to think about as well.

Eunha opened the book placed on her knees. It was brought by Jehwi on the first day of her hospitalization, considering Eunha might get bored.

Flip─

Her hand, casually flipping through the pages, suddenly stopped at one point.

‘Come to think of it.’

If she terminates the contract with Siwoo, it would be farewell to Manager Park as well.

She had grown quite fond of him. It might be a lie if it’s not lonely, but it was an unavoidable situation.

Including Manager Park, the studio apartment she currently resides in, the mobile phone, the laptop – all were provided by Siwoo.

In conclusion:

‘I’ll be penniless.’

To survive in modern times, money was undoubtedly the most needed thing for Eunha right now. Whatever she wanted to do in the future, it inevitably required money.

Eunha stared at her two hands intently. No matter how much she thought about it, there was only one thing that came to mind that she could do with these two hands.

‘Won’t I have to consider immortality?’

…Yuhwan. It might be a good idea to consider his proposal as well.

As she was about to finish reading almost one book, someone knocked on the hospital room door.

“Sunbae, may I come in?”

It was Siwoo’s voice.

Eunha closed the book, got up from her seat, and opened the door. However,

“…What’s going on?”

Eunha froze, holding the door handle. On the other hand, Siwoo casually opened his mouth.

“I came to talk about the contract.”

“No, it’s not that.”

Eunha’s pitch-black pupils observed Siwoo keenly.

Not only were there dust and dirt on his disheveled hair, but his clothes were torn in various places
Siwoo walked past Eunha with an indifferent expression and entered the hospital room. Leaning slightly against the window frame, he tilted his head.

“Leaving that aside, Sunbae, let’s talk about terminating the contract.”

Seeing him quickly changing the subject, it seemed like Siwoo didn’t intend to explain the details.

It wouldn’t be good to pry into it. Eunha shifted her gaze away from Siwoo and slowly licked her lips.

“…It was sudden, I agree. It’s not urgent, so we can think about it slowly─.”

“No.”

Cutting off Eunha’s trailing words, Siwoo raised his head and looked at her.

Siwoo blinked his blue eyes, looking somewhat tired today, and said,

“Sunbae is right. Let’s end the contract here.”

This time, Eunha blinked her eyes. Looking at her with an odd expression, Siwoo faintly smiled.

“Why do you look at me like that? You were the one who brought up the topic first.”

Siwoo’s words were correct.

However, until yesterday, Siwoo had shown reactions like not wanting to terminate the contract.

“Come to think of it, it seems like it will be a significant loss on this side as well.”

Had his feelings changed so drastically overnight? The sudden change in attitude felt perplexing.

“We can’t support hospitalization expenses any longer. Besides, this hospital is expensive for treatment and hospitalization fees.”

Seated by the window, Siwoo, with his arms crossed, added.

A voice that was cold and level, devoid of any fluctuation.

Perhaps it was because of the mood. Even through the slightly open window, a faint chill could be felt in the sliding wind.

Saruk─

The hair of the two individuals fluttered in the same direction.

Their gazes met. Deep, black eyes that seemed impossible to read, as always. But at this moment, it felt like she might understand a little.

Eunha was surprised.

It was understandable. Siwoo’s attitude had changed drastically in just one day.

‘Don’t waver.’

Siwoo, to himself, tightened his fists, making sure to exert firm pressure.

The image of Jehwi, whose forehead was torn and bleeding, flashed through her mind. Fortunately, there were no major injuries, but if she had been a bit later…

‘He would have died.’

Siwoo bit down hard on his lower lip.

Guhun is actively moving now. It’s only a matter of time before he reaches Eunha.

Moreover, this hospital is run by wolves. If they set their minds to it, they can execute their plans at any time.

“I’m sorry, but you may need to be discharged tomorrow.”

Siwoo said calmly with his fists clenched. After a brief silence, an equally calm response came.

“…Alright.”

Eunha nodded. Since
“Manager Park has some personal matters, making it impossible for him to work for the time being. Instead, I’ll arrange for a taxi to be called tomorrow morning.”

Having said that, Siwoo tidied up his belongings, stood up, and walked confidently towards the door.

About to leave the room like that, Eunha caught up with him from behind.

“Wait.”

Before Siwoo could turn around, Eunha approached him.

“Take this.”

Siwoo instinctively reached out, receiving the item she offered.

“What’s this?”

“It’s ointment.”

Just by looking, he could tell. Siwoo stared at the ointment placed on his palm with a strange gaze.

“I don’t need it.”

Siwoo also had no use for ointment. Still gazing at the ointment, Eunha spoke again.