Ruins

Lies
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The setup you and I had after the engagement party has been difficult. I spent most of my days at work while you had night shifts at the hospital. We barely spoke over ten words to each other even when a month had passed already. To be honest I do think it's better that way because up until now, I have nothing to say to you.

As for the wedding preparations, you and my parents are the ones to organize it. I only voice out my thoughts during the final decisions. Most of the time I just agree with what you've guys decided on already. In other words, I didn't care much about what's to happen soon. I just know that we're getting married two weeks from now.

Dad's been trying to make me get off work but I always decline saying that I can manage both my work and personal life at the same time. Although in reality I just didn't want to go home. I'm even planning to sell the current house and purchase a new one because I'm always reminded of the incident with Yujin whenever I step inside it. I had to sleep on the guest room too because getting inside t our room, makes me feel sick.

I'm also happy that Wonyoung lets me stay at her home whenever I feel like it's too much for me to handle. Spending more time at her home translates to me spending time with her housemate often since Wonyoung has late shifts too. I've known more things about Hitomi than what I've learned about most of my peers in less than a day.

“Do you want to eat out?"

I said while poking Hitomi's cheeks. She's studying another medical book despite it being Saturday. I swear she's read more medical books than the papers I signed every week. Her being studious is adorable but I like talking to her and she can't do that when she's studying.

“Can we have corn dog with cheese and teokbokki?"

We only had that last night but I can't refuse her. Not when she's pouting and her cheeks are all puffed out.

“Sure."

“I'll just go get changed then."

Hitomi placed the book on the table and rushed inside her room. Right on cue, Wonyoung appeared from her room. She just got back from her work and we let her rest.

“You're here again?"

I shrugged.

“Where would I be when I'm not in the office?"

She sighs.

“You've forgotten that you have a fitting today at 3 p.m. and Auntie’s been bugging me.”

My eyes went wide. I quickly my phone and checked my schedule for the day. Wonyoung is absolutely right. I really hate myself for not being more conscious over the time and my schedule.

“So are you gonna leave now? Minju is going to get an earful from Auntie if you don't come together.”

I thought about it. I promised myself that I will try to prioritize you less. With that in mind, I shook my head at Wonyoung as an answer. She gave me a questioning look.

“I already asked Hitomi for lunch, I still have three hours anyway.”

“Chaewon, I swear if you do anything to make my roommate leave I will make you pay for my bills until I find a new one.”

"Hey, why are you speaking as if I'm some predator.”

Wonyoung rolls her eyes at me before proceeding to the kitchen. She left me alone and it didn't take long before Tomi comes out all dressed. Wonyoung didn't bother coming with us and only asked us to buy her food to go.

Like what Hitomi and I agreed on, I bought her cheesedog and tteokbokki. She looks really happy eating it that it made me happy too. I haven't got my appetite back so I didn't eat much. I let Hitomi do all the eating while I watch her warmly. We finished eating earlier than I thought. I ordered another serving to-go for Wonyoung and dropped off Hitomi at their house.

“Thank you for the free meal unnie.”

I ruffled her hair because she looks cute as she smiles. She pouts and it only gave me access to her cheeks than scare me off. I held it with both of my hands and squish it lightly.

“You look so cute Hii-chan!"

I smiled at her. I didn't want to let go but Wonyoung announced her presence. She cleared and it took my attention. She had a teasing smile directly aimed at Hitomi who shyly run away. Wonyoung remained on the doorstep though.

“I bought you lunch, it's with Hii-chan."

Wonyoung nods her head.

“Minju dropped by earlier. She looked frantic. The fitting got moved earlier so they're probably starting now. I tried contacting you but you were too busy with my roommate.”

My eyes widened due to shock and fear.

, my mom's going to kill me. They have this motto that “Time is Gold" so my parents will really cut off my head.

“Get going now."

Wonyoung shooed me off before closing the door. I rushed to my car and headed to the fitting location. As expected, dad's car is already there so as our family car. I'm really doomed. When I got inside my mom gave me a glare.

“Kim Chaewon where have you been?"

I bowed at her first before matching her eye-level. I gave her an apologetic smile and began with my lies. I told her that I had to finish something for wor

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Emerald_Vampire
I'm back! (sort of) My life has been a whirlwind I finally got into my dream job and ppl when I tell you there's a reason why dreams are dreams. Thoughts? Comments? Also why do I keep hurting Chaewon????

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velvetylove
13 streak #1
Chapter 15: This chapter explains a lot abd makes me hate Chaewon's dad even more. He is a monster and ready to sacrifice anything just for his stupid company.

And Chaewon is ready to do the same just for that company. Maybe she can change. Maybe it isn’t too late for her.
velvetylove
13 streak #2
Chapter 14: I hope that Minju and the baby are okay. What happened must be really terrifying for her and also for Chaewon who might blame herself when the cause of it isn’t really known yet.
velvetylove
13 streak #3
Chapter 13: Things are getting complicated. Hitomi is way too innocent and I am afraid Chaewon is going to hurt her, unintentionally because no matter how hard she tries to deny, her feelings for Minju are still floating in her.

Minju isn't any better, she acts like she still has feelings for Chaewon but hangs out with her mistress.
velvetylove
13 streak #4
Chapter 12: Minju has no right to be mad at Hitomi when she continues to see her mistress. Maybe they aren't continuing they affair but Yujin seems to have intentions of taking Minju away from Chaewon as if she is some kind of prize.

Though Chaewon could spend some more time with Minju now that she is pregnant. To give her support even if hate is still strong.
velvetylove
13 streak #5
Chapter 11: Minju might be holding a deep secret. And her being in psych ward shows that maybe her cheating gor influenced by her mental disorder if that was why she was admitted there.

There are way more secrets and troubles in their family live than both of them expected. Chaewon is up for a ride.
velvetylove
13 streak #6
Chapter 10: So Chaewon also wants to hurt her dad who is not a pleasant person but by hurting others, nothing good will come out of it.

Violence is not the solution. But Chaewon has gone from physical violence to psychological and emotional one.
velvetylove
13 streak #7
Chapter 9: As much as Chaewon might not want to admit it, she loves Minju. So much she even wants their kid to resemble its mom.

Chaewon is slowly becoming like her dad, cold and focused more on his own needs and company rather than his loved ones.

Wonyoung is the only sensible person here. Maybe she can talk some things into Chaewon before she manages to ruin her and other people lives forever.
velvetylove
13 streak #8
Chapter 8: Chaewon should really considerate if she wants to bring another human in this world with someone she hates. That poor child would be miserable no matter how much love he or she gets from both of their parents.

Dad is not a family man. It is like he knows something is off or just wants to punish his daughter for choosing a woman over any potential male supers he might have picked for her.
velvetylove
13 streak #9
Chapter 7: Chapter 7: Minju really messed up, made all those promises only to break them once she got the chance.

Yujin is going to cause some trouble, Maybe Wonyoung will put her in the right place. Who
knows, maybe Yujin's heart will start beating
for someone else, that person being Wonyoung. They hate each other though.




I liked this chapter a lot, wedding scenes are one of my favorites even tho the brides weren't happy at all.
velvetylove
13 streak #10
Chapter 6: Minju might have played being hurt but what if there are sincere emotions? However I understand Chaewon not wanting to play this twisted game anymore. Yujin can have Minju to herself, just she shouldn't be surprised when karma gets back at her twice as much.