Chapter 7 | Second day, Second-guessing

It’s only their second day as a fake couple and Irene is liking its perks so far. Thanks to Seulgi’s mala-bouncer presence, she had a really productive day with her readings. Every time na may magtatangkang lumapit sa table nila, biglang aakbay si Seulgi sa kanya. At first, it was really uncomfortable, but then she noticed that Seulgi’s arm is barely touching her. O ‘di kaya minsan ay titigan siya nito for no reason at all at biglang ngingiti na parang walang bukas. Never in her whole life did she get attention like this. Attention that isn’t given just because she has a pretty face seen on tv. It made her heart flutter a bit even she doesn’t want to.

It was only their second day as a fake couple and Irene is liking its perks so far. Thanks to Seulgi’s bouncer-like presence, she had a really productive day with her readings. Every time someone would attempt to walk towards their table, Seulgi would put her arm around Irene's shoulders.

At first, Irene was really feeling uncomfortable but then she noticed that Seulgi’s arm was barely touching her. Sometimes, Seulgi would look her straight in the eyes for no reason at all and then would smile like there is no tomorrow.

Never in her whole life did she get attention like this. The attention that isn’t given just because she has a pretty face seen on tv. It made her heart flutter a bit even when she doesn’t want to.

Just like now.

She cannot help but be surprised when Seulgi held her hand. Of course, this wasn’t the first time they did it but this one caught her off guard.

“People are watching.” Seulgi turned her face towards Irene’s ear and murmured.

True enough, when Irene looked around, everyone was looking at them. It seemed like people still haven’t gotten over the news of them being together. It’s one of the downsides of being in the spotlight due to her stint as a commercial model is the unwanted attention. There were times she just wants to be invisible. Sometimes, she just regrets getting into the industry at all. 

“Don’t you have friends to hang out with?” Seulgi started to lead walking Irene to where the parking lot was. She realized a thing or two after observing for a couple of days.

“Is it required?” Irene asked as she stopped herself from walking and looked at Seulgi before resuming to walk again.

“I knew you were an introvert, but not this introvert.” Seulgi hoped she didn’t offend as she really just stated what she observed.

“I prefer to be alone,” Irene said coolly. There was a time in her life that she had many friends. She eventually grew tired, knowing they were only friends with her because she was supposed to be cool. It didn’t take her long from walking away and doing everything by herself because it was easier that way. The less she expects from people, the less she gets disappointed.

“Well, we’re alone together,” S