Chapter 67
Chapter 67: Chapter 67
Chapter 67
When Hyunsuk mentioned the fact that Kiwook would not be home either over the weekend, Hyoyoung paused for a second before continuing to eat. She didn’t say a word about it.
Hyojun watched her carefully before asking, “Why aren’t you asking us about why Kiwook won’t be home tomorrow? Aren’t you curious?”
He seemed to have noticed something. Before Hyoyoung could say anything, Jiwoo answered for her, “Hey, Hyojun, Kiwook must’ve told Hyoyoung about it already, right? Oh, but unless… Could it be?”
Hyoyoung looked up nervously at Jiwoo. Did he figure out their plan to travel together?
She asked anxiously, “Could it be… what?”
“Did Kiwook not tell you his plan for the weekend? Is that it?”
Thankfully, it seemed that Jiwoo knew nothing. Hyoyoung continued to eat and pretended to be calm.
“I already know about it. He told me.”
“Oh…”
“Anyway, I’m going to Mikyung’s house early in the morning tomorrow. Make sure you guys keep the house clean even if I’m not here.”
Hyojun smiled awkwardly and asked, “Do you want some money? I can give you an allowance, if you want. Maybe you can go out to eat with Mikyung.”
“It’s fine. I’ve got money.”
“Huh? Hyoyoung, you are acting strange. You never refuse money…”
She felt guilty for lying, and that was why she refused Hyojun’s offer. But it seemed that refusing made her look even more suspicious. So, she dropped her spoon and held out both of her hands.
“Then, please give me 200 dollars!”
She looked up at Hyojun with big puppy eyes, making him flinch in shock. He backed away slowly and took out his wallet. He gave her the 200 dollars and replied, “Umm… here. What’s with the puppy eyes? You are creeping me out, Hyoyoung.”
She grabbed his money and placed it in her pocket. As if nothing happened, she returned to her seat and continued to eat her dinner. The three members stared at her in confusion.
She ignored them. All she could think about was the trip. She prayed that everything would go well tomorrow.
***
Next morning.
Kiwook had gone to the airport before anyone was awake. The plan was for Hyoyoung to leave the house at a later time and meet with Kiwook at the airport.
30 minutes after Kiwook left the house, Hyoyoung quietly came out from her room to leave as well. To her surprise, Hyojun came out from his room. It was normally still too early for him to be awake.
Hyoyoung asked, “Huh? Why did you wake up so early? Go back to sleep.”
“I can drive you to Mikyung’s house.”
“Oh… No, thank you. I’m not going to her house anyway. We are going to meet outside first.”
“Oh, really? Then I can drive you anywhere you want…”
“Gosh, I said I don’t need it! Mikyung will freak out if she sees you again. Just stay at home!”
“Fine, fine. By the way…”
“What?!”
“You’re really going to Mikyung’s house, right?”
“Of course I am! Where else would I go?”
“Alright. Then, have fun and be careful.”
Hyoyoung was so worried that she might be found out that she left hurriedly and ran towards the bus station. Thankfully, the airport shuttle was already coming her way.
‘I wonder where Kiwook Oppa is now…’
She was about to walk up to the bus when someone got close to her from behind.
It was Kiwook.
He whispered, “Get on the bus now before anyone sees us.”
They quickly got in and sat down together. Hyoyoung stared at him in confusion.
“How? Why are you here?”
“I waited for you. I wanted us to go together.”
“But the plan was for you to go ahead…”
“I don’t want to waste even a minute! Just in case someone followed you, I hid near the house and watched you to make sure.”
“Wow, that’s crazy because you’re right! Hyojun Oppa was insisting to drive me to Mikyung’s house.”
“That’s what I thought. I waited until I was sure and followed you closely.”
“And that’s why you are hiding your face with your hat and your mask? Even your lips?”
“Why do you ask? Did you want to see my lips?”
“OMG! Just stop with the corny jokes!”
“Why? I like it. I love being with you.”
“Well… me too.”
“Anyway, the bus ride is going to be about an hour to get to the airport. You probably didn’t sleep well last night, right? Why don’t you take a nap?”
Kiwook helped her lay down the chair back and gave her his shoulder to rest her head. She closed her eyes blissfully.
‘How could a bus ride be this comfortable?’
She relaxed and fell asleep instantly.
“Hey… We’re here. You need to open your eyes.”
She heard his voice and woke up. When she looked ahead, Hyoyoung could see the sign for the airport.
She rubbed her eyes and turned to Kiwook. Then suddenly, she realized that she has been resting her head on his chest as she slept. She could see a wet spot on his shirt…
She must have drooled on him while she slept.
“Oh my god!”
“You were sleeping so soundly, I felt like I became your bed.”
“GYAA! Did I sleep with my mouth open? Is that my drool?”
“Yup.”
“Why didn’t you wake me up?”
“Why would I? The fact that you are sleeping so well on me proves that you are comfortable with me. It’s a good thing, so why would I wake you up? I wish I could watch you sleep longer…”
“STOP!”
“It’s fine, Hyoyoung. I can just wash it. I wouldn’t even mind keeping it the way it is as a souvenir of our first trip together.”
“But… it’s dirty.”
“Not at all. Not to me.”
Kiwook grinned and wiped a little drool off from her lips with his finger. He whispered, “You are so adorable, like a baby.”
Hyoyoung lowered her face in embarrassment.
‘Gosh, I’ve ruined everything. This is our first trip, and he has already seen me drool all over him. I wanted to show him only the best of me…’
Kiwook smiled gently and hugged her.
“Hyoyoung, no matter what, I think you are gorgeous. I will always think you are beautiful, so just relax and be yourself. That’s what I want from you.”
Hyoyoung looked up and smiled shyly. She felt much better.
Even on the plane, Kiwook’s considerate behavior continued. After the plane took off, Hyoyoung felt hungry. She rubbed her stomach and when Kiwook noticed this, he took something out from his bag.
He handed a small package to her.
“You must be starving, right? We will eat a good meal when we land, but for now, snack on these.”
Inside were rice cakes, gummy bears, cookies, and a juice box.
It was everything Hyoyoung liked.
“Oppa, when did you prepare this?”
“I had it ready even before I asked you to go on this trip with me.”