Chapter 4 Cold Jajangmyeon

Meeting Mr. Serendipity

(You can listen to this song while reading https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-TPVmNf2v0 )

A sunny but a bit fresh Friday afternoon in Garosu gil, the spot where the fashion is the most important priority, where people presume their expensive outfits instead of buying them, and apparently a place where you can't go wearing a plain uniform if you are accompanied by a fashion expert ahjussi, reason why I am put on Donghyun ssi's black coat and burgundy sweater.

There are only big crowds of people as ostentatious as models in a catwalk everywhere, and they aren't exactly a great help when you want to give your mind time to disconnect from the inopportune daily affairs to find inspiration, but I have gotten used to that sophisticated air, as I've resigned myself to Mr. Kim Donghyun too. We have been walking together for 20 minutes but it feels as if an invisible cold barrier were between us due to the lack of eye contact and verbal communication.

–Can you explain me again why those two are behind us?– He said pointing with his thumb to the people from behind as his eyes covered by his sunglasses keep watching the front arrogantly.

I snorted at her exasperating question –Sooyoung and Hyungoon are here because I am not the type of stupid girl who goes to a stranger's house alone–

–Do I look like a serial killer to make you send them to wait outside my studio and follow you like bodyguards?- His discontent towards this kind of abrupt situation stood out in his voice.

–It's because you lied me about your hand– Even if I am watching half of his face, I can say that his expression is like a mix of curiosity and amazement

–What do you mean?–

I have analyze the probability of hurt your waist just by that stupid fall, and it was pretty improbable. That's why I thought deeply– I pause for a bit –You are right handed but at the thief commotion, when you grabbed my book you use your left hand–

–And that means?– He tries to follow me while slowing his gait but it is still difficult for him to understand this trivial situation 

–People who are right handed will grab things with right hand. So why did you use your left one?, Because you hurt your dominant hand– He raised his eyebrow –Your sign was the proof. If you look the previous one and the actual one you will notice that your handwriting is somewhat crooked and not elegant as the original– Without stopping walking, we keep staring each other for a while –

–And so? That did really happen, but you are still the principal at fault– I admit that people would made compliments or surprised reactions if I make a deduction like that, that's why his calm voice is something I didn't expected.

–But you didn't tell me a such important thing–

–I didn't consider that fact really necessary–

–You should have– My face is still expressionless

-But I didn't think you would be so...meticulous– He scratched his nape –I feel bad for your future husband–

–I feel bad for your future wife– I muttered through clenched teeth.

Ahjusshi stopped suddenly at one of the many women's clothing stores that exist in Garosu gil without caring about my last words..

–Don't you think that outfit is cute?– He pointed the thin mannequin dressed in a cute white dress with laces and ribbons which I approved with a nod –Let's go inside–

I quietly followed him inside, where the elegant and cute shop assistant welcomed us. Fascinated, Donghyun-ssi toured all over the place and inspecting the most adorable outfits. His infectious enthusiasm was what sparked my excitement too.

–Ahjussi, I think this is really adorable– In one hand I was holding a jean coat  decorated with small white flowers and in the other one, I had a beige dress with ruffles.

–Not bad, It would look cute on you– His mouth said while his eyes, distracted by some shirts, gave me a little peek.

–I thought it would look good on Sooyoung though– This time he didn't show indifference and made visual contact with me.

–You should try it, it would look really pretty on you. Believe me– That kind of warm smile was so beautiful and pure that my heart feel a nostalgic feeling. In my mind I didn't find suitable words to answer him. I just keep silence for a moment and then returned the outfit to the correct place.

After not buying anything, we keep our way but this time without my two friends who I text to set them free from this capricious request of mine. This precipitous choice has nothing to do with a growth of trust with this man, because I still don't know nothing about him but I am sure Sooyoung and Hyungoon have more important things to do, that's why I don't want to bother them more than it is necessary

–Ahjussi, since it seems we have plenty of time, tell me your real reason for bringing me here– His long sigh without hesitation let me knows that he isn't willing to fight back or give excuses.

–Well actually, women approaching me to flirt is quite annoying– He clung my arm with his as if we were a couple–Bringing you here as my "girlfriend" saves me from that irritating inconvenient–

–Me? Acting as your girlfriend?– I let go of his grip.

–Why not?– Only he can think such a troublesome and simple minded way to solve a trouble –Hey I haven't asked you, How's your leg? Want to slow down a bit?–

–It doesn't hurt at all so you don't have to show concern– I let the space between us grow a little bit.

–Are you mad at me?– Such a sudden question. Just an instant I imagined a bitterness in his words but it may be my mind playing games.

–Mad? Not really– I reconsidered the fact that my unintentional cold tone could have made him end in that conclusion.

–I thought you would be angry or even hate me for all this troubles– I see his serious face trying to look at my eyes even with those sunglasses between.

His remark made me grin marginally –I wouldn't hold grudges for something so unworthy– My gaze is distracted by people in front of me –When you threw my book, I was quite angry and I am still annoyed because of this being-assistant-stuff but I don't have time to hate someone like you–

–I see...– I glanced his brief tiny beam –Then I am glad– He is really a strange but cute ahjussi . You don't meet someone like him everyday.

– Ahjussi, there is a good noddle restaurant I know near, want to try it?– My upset stomach growls are signs that my body cries out for some food energy

Sounds good- He waits for me to pass first and guide him to the place and then follows me without saying a word.

...

-Here is the Japchae without spinach, the kimchi with extra spicy, and I will bring the spicy tteokbokki in 15 minutes-

–Yah! Are you keep eating? We already ate the jajangmyeon!- Donghyun who was sat in front of me stare indescribably shocked at all the dishes and how the waiter takes the other empty plates away.
–I am hungry– My appetite can barely let me wait another second to devour all this appetizing. The chopsticks I am carrying pick rapidly each aliment firmly but elegantly.

When I felt full already -20 minutes later-, I took a tissue and tap my lips to get rid of the surplus of food.

–Eating like that without gaining weight. I envy you– He laugh slightly and took a sip of green tea.

–I still go to kung fu classes even if my leg hurts sometimes. I am still training, just lightly. Furthermore I am like this when I am on my period. I feel angry easily, I eat a lot... –

-Yah, how can you talk about your women things in front of me without feeling embarrassed?-

–It is a common thing, and you study this at high school more or less– I leaned supporting my back in my chair and gave a small pat to my tummy. After filling my stomach with any kind of food, suddenly I feel the need to sleep, but instead I yawned covering my mouth.

–Hyung!– Donghyun-ssi turned his head as soon as he heard that word. This acquaintance of his was a slightly short guy. His hands inside his big grey and elegant coat give some kind of cool impression.

–Yah, Jeongmin-ah, what are you doing here?– Ahjussi stands up resting his hands on the table to balance

–Maybe doing the same as you– The stranger's little eyes meet mine showing a curious smile –Or maybe not –

–She is Minhee, my new assisstant– Both of us bowed to each other.

–Lee Jeongmin, nice to meet you– Towards him, I can't feel the same imperceptible intimidation I could feel with donghyun ssi. His appearance shows me a charismatic and nice guy –What's the reason for both of you to be here?–

–Just relaxing and having fun– Donghyun ssi answered casually –Hey, just sit here– Jeongmin ssi moved the chair next to us, and sat.

–Mmm– His gaze on me as if he was studying or analyzing me made me feel extremely awkward while drinking my water-Hyung! Can I borrow this girl?- I didn't spit out anything but I forgot about synchronizing my breathing and throat, making me choke.

As expected from Donghyun-ssi's friends...this dude seems as troublesome as him. And the reason why I will end up being in front of so many lights burning my eyes and expecting someone to help me out will be all because of them.d at home’-

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Chapter 1: chapter 2 please