Me or Him? : Part 1 (2Kim)

365 with ZOZI [HIATUS]

Two girls were linked to the hip as they were going to work, greeting the day like it was the best day yet. They arrived at the place, only to be greeted by chants and coos.


“Again with those remarks, Yujin.”


“Come on, Chaewon.” The taller chuckled while she wiped the table. “You and Minju are always like that every day.”


“What? We’re best friends.” 


“What kind of best friends link themselves to the hip come together at work?”


“We just got used to it, Wonyoung.” Chaewon spoke. “Aren’t you and Yujin like that?”


The youngest of the workers shook their heads as they cleaned tables. Chaewon got to the cashier and started peeling tangerines whereas Minju got to the kitchen with the others. 


2000 was a middle-class gourmet restaurant ran by Lee Chaeyeon, the eldest of the group. She was also the head chef and has proven her fame and skills through delicious dishes and courteous services. She couldn’t do it alone and hired friends who wanted to work and wanted to follow Chaeyeon’s passion.


The youngest duo Ahn Yujin and Jang Wonyoung were waiters and future legumer and potager and mostly did cleaning – from washing dishes to taking out the garbage – and helping to make vegetable and soup dishes. Jo Yuri and Yabuki Nako were in charge of deliveries and are entremetier and pattisier respectively. Honda Hitomi and Kim Minju were the left and right hands of Chaeyeon, rottiseur and poissonnier respectively. Lastly, Kim Chaewon was the cashier and the saucier.


Chaeyeon conducted a little meeting with the group about their menu for today. The discussions were running smoothly and they finished before opening time. When everything was settled, they returned to their positions.


“Ssamu, don’t forget out dinner later.” Minju nudged her.


“Sure, Minguri.” Chaewon raised a thumb up as the maknaes welcomed their first customers.


+++


Work was tiring due to a whopping 400 customers yet Chaewon and Minju had the time to have dinner in their favorite ramen house. The owner had gotten close to them for they’ve helped him thrive his business because of their critics.


The usual smell of broths soothed their nostrils. They finally got their orders and ate immediately.


“Slow down, Ssamu.” Minju wiped her chin as a little noodle got stuck.


Chaewon nodded and continued to eat. Just then, her phone rang while she was still enjoying her bowl. Minju answered it for her and was shocked of the name.


Kim Taeyang


“Hey. Isn’t this the guy you were talking about?”


Chaewon quickly got her phone to answer the call. Once she did, she ended up laughing. Minju resumes her meal, happy to see Chaewon smile yet sad to see her do that to someone else other than her.


People always had the misconception about them. Due to their closeness, they were mistaken as a couple. The two of them would deny it but for Minju, she loved the teasing…


…probably because she loved the person too.


Chaewon hung up and talked about the guy. Minju knew that he was a good performer, a little brother of her favorite singer, and was a year older than her.


“So what did you talk about?” Minju asked after she slurped her noodles.


“He’s taking me out on a date tomorrow.”


“Does that mean we won’t have dinner together?” Minju pouted.


Chaewon was sorry. Having dinner together was already a part of their routine and tomorrow was going to be the first time they break it.


“Just for tomorrow, okay?” Chaewon assured her. “The day after that, we’ll come here. I’ll treat you some omurice.”


Minju raised an eyebrow as she showed her pinky. Chaewon linked her own pinky and they resumed their dinner.


Minju couldn’t help her admiration and concern. She loved to be with Chaewon everyday and a single missed day made her uneasy.


But if it makes Chaewon happy, it makes her happy too.


+++


Work was at a staggering 500. Everyone was putting a lot of effort to serve food, clean tables, collect money, and wash dishes. Despite the tired day, they were relieved to serve every customer to the best of their services.


Yujin shuts the doors and everyone applauded for a job well done. Because of their utmost effort, Chaeyeon paid them in advance. Everyone was happy and thanked Chaeyeon, even the maknaes groveled at her feet.


“Use it well.” Chaeyeon always reminded them. “Save if you can.”


Everyone nodded. Chaewon excused herself first for she had an appointment. They were shocked when Minju remained with them.


“Don’t you usually go together?”


“Not today, boss.” Minju answered. “She’s going on a date with her crush.”


The maknae duo booed, causing the middle group to laugh. Minju wondered when Chaeyeon clicked her tongue. “You’re pretty oblivious for a chef.”


“Is this another part of teasing?” Minju asked them. “If it is, then it’s all a bunch of malarkey. Ssamu and I are really close. We’ve been friends since we were inside our mother’s wombs.”


“What a way for fate to play with your lives.” Yuri interjected.


“She’s right.” Nako pointed out. “If you had a bond like that, you two would be together forever.”


Minju continued to deny until all of them had to go home. Nako and Hitomi went ahead, Yujin and Wonyoung took a bus together, and the remaining trio walked.


Even if Chaeyeon and Yuri were on her sides, Minju felt alone. It was always her and Chaewon, walking to work and walking to the apartment that they shared. It was a first for Chaewon to have another appointment that didn’t involve her and it shouldn’t be a problem. Chaewon was still a human that has her own happiness. She deserved to do whatever she wanted.


Minju understood that but she always wanted to be a part of Chaewon’s life. And she was praying that it was more than just being friends.


+++


Minju’s eyes battled sleep and being awake as Chaewon wasn’t home yet. It was also another routine for them to sleep together and Minju was willing to wait for Chaewon.


Minutes passed and Minju lost her battle of staying awake. Not long after, Chaewon arrived with a shopping bag on her hand. She saw Minju sleeping on the chair and made the motion to carry her to their bedroom. Chaewon laid her down on her white bed, tucking her in the soft blanket and fixing her hair strands.


“Sorry if I made you wait.” Chaewon whispered while pattin her head.


She went to their fridge and placed two lunch packs with their names on it for it would be their lunch tomorrow. She also had time to prepare herself for bed, slumping on her mint bed, turning to meet Minju’s gaze.


Chaewon thought she was angel. She was always quiet, keen, yet very sophisticated. Her quiet nature actually had a loud one inside of her, waiting to be shown.


It’s one of the reasons why she…


Chaewon shook her head and turned in as her raced about what happened at her date.


With that, she has to tell Minju tomorrow.

Like this story? Give it an Upvote!
Thank you!
asahdako
Hello, everyone. How have y'all been? I hope wherever you are, you're okay.

I just wanna pass by and thank everyone for still anticipating to this collection. I also want to share that Our Love was a favourite prompt to write. The recent chapter made me cry while writing. How about y'all?

Comments

You must be logged in to comment
rynrkz #1
Chapter 78: ❤️
mycoral #2
Chapter 197: Love it so much <3
robogirl98
1688 streak #3
Chapter 197: oh this is so wholesome!!!!!!!
eonnifan
#4
Chapter 197: baby yul🥺
Leechaeyeon11 #5
Chapter 85: hot hot
robogirl98
1688 streak #6
Chapter 196: i love love love this!!!!!!!! can't wait for the next chapter!!!
eonnifan
#7
Chapter 196: aaaaaa my request! finally! thank you😭 and looking forward for the next chapters
Ssamyen
#8
Chapter 196: My Ssamyul heart❤️
Finally there is a Ssamyul story
reigngrey #9
Chapter 196: Kangbi…. What fate lies ahead. Im excited
hhhhhhhhh #10
Chapter 194: OMG. THIS STORY HAS FINISHED?! I am happy for four of them. I don't know what to comment, I just love this story. I like how you potray the characters, + the storyline is not cliche and I love the drama. THANK YOU AUTHORNIM FOR THE STORY. Stay safe and stay healthy.