At the loud voice coming through the receiver, Yuin sighed deeply.
“Why?”
Let’s talk now. I want to talk.
It became clearer than the previous words, but that didn’t mean the drunkenness had subsided. Ji-han’s surroundings were still filled with a confusing noise, and Ji-han was still there.
Suddenly, Yuin started to adjust her tight necktie, pressing her Adam’s apple with her thumb, and said.
“Ji Han-ah. You’re drunk right now. But what are you talking about? Stop being stubborn and finish having fun today before going in. We can meet later; it’s not too late.”
… Who says it’s not late?
“I do.”
No, it’s not. It’s already late. Yeah, that’s right.
“No… I mean, Ji Han-ah.”
Or tell me where you are now. I’ll be there soon.
Ji Han, perhaps intoxicated by alcohol, struggled with baseless stubbornness and slurred words, unable to articulate his arrogance.
Was Yoon Ji-han always like this when drunk?
Reflecting on the past, surprisingly, Ji Han had never been drunk in front of me before.
Oh well. Without any awkwardness about the unexpected result, Ji Han persistently begged.
Yoo In-ah. Is it the school? No, it can’t be. Then home? I’ll go home. I’ll catch a taxi now.
As if supporting his words, the noisy son-in-law instantly became quiet, and the sound of cars on the road took over.
This is driving me crazy. Why is he like this? I’m not just worried that he won’t listen; I’m worried he might get into an accident.
“Hey, Yoon Ji-han! Be careful with the car. Look ahead properly. Get yourself together!”
…
“Why did you drink so much when you don’t usually drink?… Hello? Ji Han-ah?”
The sound of the wind passing by was the only thing heard, and Yoo In felt uneasy as she stared blankly at the abruptly cut-off empty call.
“Ji Han-ah. Are you listening?”
… Yeah. I’ll be there soon.
Thud.
Staring at the abruptly cut-off empty call, Yoo In, who was feeling empty, took the biggest breath she could to calm the tightly wound and twisted insides. It didn’t help much, but it was a futile effort.
Anyway, she had to wait for Ji Han, who had bluntly announced that he would come no matter what. How long did she anxiously pace in front of the apartment gate without being able to go inside?
When the bag containing the laptop became heavy, causing one shoulder to sag, a taxi stopped by the roadside, and a tall man got out shortly after.
The man, tilting his head to the side and examining Yoo In, recognized her and raised his arm.
“Nam Yoo In! Have you been waiting?”
Even that awkward gesture seemed to smell of alcohol.
As Yoo In, who was brushing her hair aside while looking askew, was about to take a step, Ji Han approached unexpectedly as if to swallow her, staggering back, he rested his forehead on Yoo In’s shoulder.
When the warm face descended, one shoulder felt hot as if burned.
“Yoo In-ah. I missed you.”
The smell of alcohol, the fragrance of perfume, and the strong scent of cigarettes tried to lift Ji Han’s large body, but Ji Han’s back, like a wet cotton ball, didn’t budge.
Sigh. There’s no sign of his sigh drying up. Yoo In reluctantly tapped Ji Han’s arm.
“Get up. When did you start drinking like this?”
“I don’t know…”
“What do you mean, ‘I don’t know’? Ugh. Hey, Ji Han!”
When Ji Han got out of the taxi and walked towards her, he seemed fine, but for some reason, he was staggering like a drunkard again. Yoo In struggled to support the larger Ji Han and find a place for him to sit.
Fortunately, there was a playground near the entrance, and as she dragged Ji Han, who clung to her like a burden, the sound of something ringing in the bag was heard, but Yoo In, with no presence of mind, quickly forgot about it.
“Hey, sit down. No! Sit here. Here!”
Despite looking dry, Ji Han’s back, unexpectedly broad and muscular, was laid down by Yoo In. Despite the cool breeze on that day, sweat formed on Yoo In’s forehead as she struggled to support Ji Han.
Throwing the bag next to Ji Han and panting heavily, Ji Han mumbled as if burying his face in his knees.
“Yoo In-ah. I’m sorry. I was wrong… really.”
“…”
“But I didn’t mean it that way. Really, I didn’t. But… but you know, Yoo In-ah.”
Ji Han, with his pale face showing the effects of alcohol, slowly raised his head and met eyes with Yoo In. Yoo In, having somewhat calmed her rough breath, stared at Ji Han with closed lips.
“But seriously, shouldn’t you avoid meeting that person? It doesn’t suit you at all. How can someone like you… It doesn’t make sense. You and that person, does it make sense?”
“Ji Han-ah.”
“How does that person see you? Completely devouring you, making it hard to breathe, seeing you like that. Is that normal? No. Absolutely not. It will ruin you. It’s obvious that it will hurt you. Why don’t you know that?”
“Yoon Ji Han.”
Under the pale moonlight, Yoo In’s white cheek completely cooled. Even her round forehead and slightly grooved nose froze.
Yoo In, armed with cold composure, spoke in a voice even colder than that.
“Why can’t you negotiate with the CEO since last time, Ji Han? Why are you doing this?”
“I’m not negotiating. I just said what I think. You seem not to know, so I wanted to tell you.”
“Why wouldn’t I know? If it’s someone I like, do you think I wouldn’t know better than you? Does that make sense?”
Ji Han’s thin face twisted in an instant. The pupils, heavily immersed in darkness, trembled finely but did not leave Yoo In.
“Because you drank, I was going to do it next time, but I’ll just say it now.”
“…”
“No matter how much you say, I won’t change my mind. This won’t change no matter what you say. Even if we both get hurt, even if there’s a misunderstanding, I’ll do it. You can’t do that for me. There’s no need. What you’re doing now… it’s excessive meddling.”
Silent tension filled the space between them. Ji Han didn’t take his eyes off for a moment and breathed heavily, but Yoo In had long since turned her gaze to the nightlife.
“Now, don’t talk or gossip about the CEO in front of me. I won’t do it in front of you either.”
“Yoo In-ah.”
“I’ll call a taxi for you. Take it.”
Was the discord with Ji Han something foreseen? It seemed like releasing the pent-up feelings might make her feel a bit refreshed, but once she actually let them out, it wasn’t that simple.
Instead, there was a feeling of deep hurt, disappointment, and a strong desire to cry.
Even looking at the accumulated calls from Giyeon, which were missed, there were emotions so heavy that Yoo In felt burdened to the point where she could just pass by without paying attention.
Turns Out He’s Been Secretly in Love with Me
One-line summary: He acts like he doesn’t like her but is actually playing hard to get.
Synopsis:
Xu Muzhou like her. He has liked her for a very long time, and through repeated schemes, he finally closed the distance with her.
But this is still far from enough.
He wants to be the one who stands out among her many suitors, to fight for her attention, and to make her take the initiative to pursue him.
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