I parked my car in the driveway with a sigh. My parents would assume that we, you know, had , just because I spent the night. She was attractive, and she wasincredibly pretty, but I couldn't help but wish it was Mina who I was stuck with. I looked at my phone, and texted Sana. 

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To : Sana-ya~<3

I got home

- - -

I unlocked the door, and went inside. Both of my parents were waiting for me.

"Why are you back so early?" My father asked.

"Why didn't you stay longer? They cooked for you. The least you could do is help clean up." My mother scolded. I could only let out a sigh.

"There was nothing to do. It was awkward." I walked upstairs, and sure enough, Sana had replied to my message. 

- - - 

From : Sana-ya~<3

I'm glad you got back safely <3 

I'm really excited about our second date~

Me : I want to get to know you better

- - -

I couldn't lie to her. I couldn't be excited about the second date without knowing anything about the girl I'd be going on it with. I knew a little bit; she grew up in a rough situation, and seemed kind-hearted, but I couldn't get over the worry that she had gotten used to getting everything she wanted. I didn't want to become spoiled like her. I wanted to work for what I got; I wanted to earn things instead of marrying into a fortune.

Honestly, I think if she were middle-class like me, I wouldn't have a hard time marrying her. It'd still be scary, but I wouldn't have to give up my hard work. I could still work hard, and earn what I wanted. I still really wished I could marry Mina instead; she may still be rich, but she was from the middle class, and wasn't directly related to the Yakuza. 

- - -

From : Sana-ya~<3

I want to get to know you better, too

That's the purpose of the second date though <3

Me : True. 

- - - 

I understand I was being a bit cold...so I decided to text Mina to check on her. I preferred talking to Mina anyways.

- - -

To : Minaa <3

I know I'm being a little cold to Sana, but I just don't feel comfortable with her yet.

I kinda prefer talking to you at the moment.

Minaa <3 : No!

Minaa <3 : Literally Sana is head over heels for you 

Minaa <3 : Please please please give her a chance. She's really a good kid.

Me : I know nothing about her

Minaa <3 : You're going on a date. Talk to her.

Me : I don't like talking to her...she's kinda scary

Minaa <3 : How is my idiot best friend scary???

Me : She's rich...

Minaa <3 : Okay, so forget about money. What about her as a person?

Me : I think she's kind of a ert

Minaa <3 : She's not a at all

Minaa <3 : She thinks you're the purest creature to ever walk the earth

Minaa <3 : You're basically her baby

- - -

I felt my face heat up. I've spoken to Mina about the possibility of Sana being a ert before, but she never really said how much she cared for me. I looked at my chat with Sana, and immediately felt like a jerk.

- - -

From Sana-ya~<3

Why don't we go somewhere where we can talk and get to know each other?

How do you feel about a picnic at a park? I'll cook~

Oh wait, it's springtime...you might have allergies. We can go out to dinner if you want.

I don't even know what you like to do...oops. 

Where do you want to go? It's okay if you don't want to eat.

I just like it when you eat.

That's creepy. Sorry.

But you're so THIN! You've really gotta eat.

Sorry.

I kinda came off too strong, huh?

Me : No! No, I'm sorry

Me : I was busy and didn't see your texts. 

Me : I don't have spring allergies, so I like the picnic idea.

Me : I'll also cook some stuff, so don't worry about needing to fill up the both of us. 

Me : When should we meet up? 

- - - 

I felt my face heat up. I wanted to thank her for her concern, but...I don't know why I was nervous. I wanted to thank her, and it made my heart flutter to see her wanting me to eat. It was adorable, and charming. Maybe Mina was right...I should see Sana as Sana, and see what I think of her. I should let the money part go, at least for a little while. I'm stuck with her anyways, so I may as well try to make the best of it.

- - -

From Sana-ya~<3

That's great!!

We can meet up whenever. Today or tomorrow would be best for me, but if you need another day or two, it's fine!

Me : I'd like to meet up tomorrow, if that's okay.

Sana-ya~<3 : What time? About lunchtime, maybe?

Me : 12:00 or 1.

Sana-ya~<3 : 12:30?

Me : That's good. Thanks.

Sana-ya~<3 : For what?

Me : I don't know...you seem to care a lot about me.

Sana-ya~<3 : Of course I care a lot about you!!! You're still a kid, Tzuyu!

- - -

I put my phone down for a minute, and tried to calm my pounding heart. I was actually starting to see Sana's personality, and I liked it...so far, she was exactly like how Mina described her to me. She may not be Mina, but at least she's kind to me, and cares about me. 

- - -

Me : Thank you...I appreciate it.

Sana-ya~<3 : No worries!!! 

- - -

I set my phone down, but couldn't help but pick it right back up. I kind of wished I had a picture of her. I don't know why, I just wanted to see her. I really wanted to get to know her better, too, but it was better to talk in person than through text...or there was an inbetween. I hesitantly pressed the call button, and she picked up quickly. 

"Everything okay?" I heard her ask.

"Yeah...I'm fine, I just, uh..." I couldn't think of what to say. "I...I really...umm...I don't know..." 

"Do you wanna text me?"

"No, no it's better to actually talk to each other. I just...I kinda...I'm curious about you. I don't even know what I want to know, but I just want to...I don't know, I'm bad at this..." I wanted to hit myself because of how nervous and kid-like I sounded. 

"I'm curious about you, too, Tzuyu! All I know about you is that you're adorable, and that you seem kinda shy."

"I'm not usually this shy, it's just...I don't know. It's just, you know, it's awkward, because we kinda...we're getting married, and it's, you know, odd..." 

"I know, it's a little odd. You know I wish we met under different circumstances, or that you felt more comfortable with me, but..."

"I know, I know..."

"I'm kinda curious, though...How did you react when your mom told you that we'd be getting married?"

"I was terrified. I cried a little, and couldn't believe that I was marrying someone I had never met. To be honest, the fact that you were rich scared me, too."

"Really? Hmm, I would've thought that you'd be happy about it." 

"I mean, it's nice I guess. I just...I was worried that you'd feel entitled, you know? Like...I felt like you were the type of person who was always handed what you wanted, and that you never had to work a day in your life." 

"You're sort of right..." She sounded sad. "My dad doesn't really make me work for anything. He's a good guy, but..."

"Well, I mean, you don't seem like you feel entitled to things."

"No, no of course not. I used to be, but then I met Mina. I realized how lucky I was to have wealth, and I don't ever want to take it for granted..."

"That's nice..." I admired her a little bit. I knew about her past with the Yakuza, and she could have argued that she did deserve her wealth, but she left it out, and admitted that she used to be kind of a brat. I was glad that she had changed from being a brat, though...this marriage could have never worked if she didn't. "Oh, can I ask you something?"

"You can ask me anything."

"Why me? Why do you like me?"

"Aww, Tzuyu~" She cooed, and I felt myself blush. "I don't even know, myself. I thought you were adorable, honestly. You were so shy, and when I heard that you were eighteen, I felt like I needed to take care of you. I just...I don't really know, I just felt attached to you. Then, I cooked for you, and you looked so cute eating my cooking. You ate really well, and I really wanted to give you more food. You were thinner than I thought. You seemed uncomfortable in your dress, since it was kinda short, and I assumed you didn't choose to wear that dress. I thought you were adorable...I wanted to get you a blanket so you could cover up."

"I kinda wish you did get me that blanket..."

"Sorry! You seemed really nervous and I didn't want to scare you."

"It's okay. My mom made me wear that dress...I felt really exposed, but she wanted me to wear it because she said you were older, and she frickin' winked at me when she said that..."

"Aww, I'm sorry. I may be a little older than you, but you're too young for that kind of stuff. You're a little angel~" I blushed at her words, biting my lip. 

"Th-Thank you..." 

"Of course, Tzuyu. When we go on our picnic date you can cover up as much as you want." 

"Could you bring a blanket with?"

"I'll bring a blanket and sweatpants and a hoodie for you." I smiled, grateful that she wanted me to be comfortable. "I'm kinda upset that your mom thinks of us in that way."

"What way?"

"A ual way. We just met, and you're young. I'm kinda grossed out that your mom seems like she's trying to get us to...you know."

"Yeah, it's gross. I was scared that you were a ert." 

"Eww...you poor thing, I'm sorry."

"Don't be. That's on my mom." I chuckled, and laid down on my bed. "I...I'm kinda excited for tomorrow."

"Yeah?" She sounded like she was trying to hide her excitement. It was a little cute. 

"Yeah. I know you a little better, and you seem like a good person. I want to talk to you in person again." I almost couldn't believe what was coming out of my mouth.

"Aww, I'm really happy, Tzuyu." I couldn't help but smile, hearing how happy she sounded. 

"What do you want to eat tomorrow?"

"I'll be happy to eat whatever you cook. I already know your love for ramyeon, but is there anything else you want?" 

"I think anything you'll cook will taste good." 

"I'll bring some fruits, too. You need sugar. Should I bring a little candy, too?" 

"I'm not that young." 

"Eh, nobody's too old for candy. I'll bring some." 

"I have no idea what you want to eat, though~" I whined.

"Well, I'm gonna like anything you cook~" She mocked me playfully.

"Sana~" I continued whining.

"What~" She continued mocking me.

"What do you want to eat~" 

"Oh geez, you're too cute. I'm not a picky eater, and I like pretty much all of the usual stuff. Teokbeokki, kimchi, ramyeon, you know, the usual stuff."

"Okay...how about Chinese food?"

"Hm...I haven't had a lot of Chinese food. What were you planning?" 

"Sweet and sour pork."

"Tzuyu!" She scolded me, and I was shocked. "Meat is expensive."

"B-But-"

"No no no. I don't want anything expensive."

"Fine...Mango pudding and spring rolls?"

"That sounds really good." 

"Okay, I'll do that. Anything else you want?"

"I don't want anything related to food, but I mean, you asked, so-"

"Hush." I giggled. "I'll see you tomorrow. I gotta start on the mango pudding now so it'll be cold for tomorrow."

"I'll make some desserts, too. See you tomorrow, Tzuyu!" 

"I'll see you tomorrow~" My face scrunched up in happiness, and I couldn't control it. I felt really light and fluffy, and I felt better about the marriage than before. Sure, I'm exactly thrilled about getting married at this age, but I feel like Sana would take care of me.

"Mina!" I squealed, jumping onto my best friend. "She's so cute!" 

"It sounded like it went well! I'm glad you two got to talk again." She winked. "So, a picnic tomorrow, huh?"

"Yep! Just me and her and food." I hugged her tightly. "She's warming up to me!" 

"She really is. I'm happy." She hugged me back. "I want details when you get back."

"Of course! Oh, how's Momo by the way?"

"I didn't text her today..."

"Why not?" I was surprised that my best friend was giving up on her crush. 

"She signed a contract with YG...she's going to be choreographing for them for a while. She's going to be rich. She can't be with me." 

"Who says?" I huffed. "Why does everyone worry about money before getting to know someone?! Talk to her, Mina." 

She sighed and opened her phone to her and Momo's chat. Momo had texted her twice already. Once at nine in the morning, and again just a few minutes ago. Both were wishing Mina a good morning, but the second one seemed a little concerned about her. She began to type her message. It said, "Good morning, Momo. Sorry I didn't respond earlier. How's your morning going so far?" I patted her back, proud of her after she sent the message. Momo replied quickly. Her text read, "I'm glad you're up. I was kinda worried. Do you wanna meet up sometime? We haven't seen each other in a while." 

"She's totally flirting with you!" I screamed, and Mina giggled.

"Is she really?" 

"Yes! Meet up with her! Go!" 

"Okay, okay." Her text read, "I'd love to meet up with you!" Momo's next text had us both squealing on the floor. "Perfect, because I miss you. Can we meet up today? Hopefully soon?", it read. 

"You don't even need my coaching anymore. I gotta go cook for Tzuyu and I's picnic." 

"Yeah, I gotta get ready to meet up with Momo!" Mina jumped up and down, squealing. "Can I wear one of your dresses?" 

"Is it that formal?" 

"No...but I wanna look good for her." 

"Mid-length skirt, and a blouse with a couple of the top buttons undone. Problem solved." I shrugged.

"Yes! You're a genius!" She squeezed me so hard that I could barely breathe.