“I’m so proud of my baby.”

(“As soon as the play finished, Joohyun hugged me and sneaked a quick peck in my lips as she gave me a bouquet of flowers.”)

“Thanks…”

“Why does she get a big bouquet of flowers when she’s not even the main lead?”

“Tsk, you should be thankful that I’m at least giving you a single flower.”

“I was not expecting this school year to be bountiful of new experiences. No one would’ve thought that a “Ms. Bae” would willingly give us a flower.”

“Joy, she gave as a wilting flower. And it looks pretty much dead to me.”

“So? You need to learn to appreciate some things Seul, especially when she’s the one giving it to us when her only purpose of even watching the play was because of this midget.”

“I like you better Sooyoung-ah.”

“But why is the princess a frozen hamster?”

“Hey, are you okay?”

(“She soothingly rubbed my hands, stopping me from my stupor as I scanned upon the people’s wary eyes eyeing on us.”)

“Yeah, just a bit tired.”

“Are you sure you’re fine? We can skip the celebration party if you’d like.”

“Wan, you’re really quiet for someone who talks a lot. Joohyun, can you take her back in her apartment first?”

“Sure–”

“No, I’m fine. You guys have been so excited for this, and I’m sorry for being such a downer.”

“It’s alright, Wanwan. We can celebrate with just the four of us when you’re feeling better. It’ll be my