#42.

Kim Eun-ju and Han Su-jin were sitting side by side on a bench, continuing their friendly conversation. The chat, which started with childbirth and childcare stories, gradually shifted to stories about their husbands. In the midst of this, Han Su-jin noticed a subtle shadow in Kim Eun-ju’s expression.

“Eun-ju-ssi, is something wrong? You seem a bit tired these days…”

At Han Su-jin’s words, Kim Eun-ju hesitated for a moment. But finally, as if she had decided to reveal her true feelings, she opened her mouth.

“Su-jin-ssi… How are things with Tae-young-ssi these days? Are there any problems between you two as a couple?”

Han Su-jin seemed momentarily flustered by the sudden question. But soon, she smiled brightly and replied.

“No, we’re doing fine without any particular problems. My husband always considers me and tries hard to treat me well.”

Kim Eun-ju sighed in relief at Han Su-jin’s answer.

“I’m jealous. Actually, I don’t have any major problems with Hyun-woo either, but these days, I keep having strange thoughts…”

Kim Eun-ju trailed off and sighed. Han Su-jin could vaguely guess at her heart, filled with anxiety and suspicion.

“Eun-ju-ssi, there are bound to be misunderstandings or conflicts between couples sometimes. But I think the effort and communication to resolve them are more important. How about talking to Hyun-woo-ssi and opening up your heart?”

Kim Eun-ju nodded, seeming to gain strength from Han Su-jin’s advice. But in one corner of her heart, the anxiety that Lee Hyun-woo might actually be having an affair was rising.

–

Han Su-jin returned home with heavy steps. As she opened the front door, only a quiet silence greeted her. Sighing, she kicked off her shoes and immediately buried herself in the sofa. Her head was filled with the conversation she had with Kim Eun-ju. That fake conversation only made her situation more miserable.

,You promised. If you help me just this once, it’ll be the last time…’

But Han Su-jin herself knew very well how empty that promise was. Just then, a sharp doorbell rang, breaking the silence. Han Su-jin gritted her teeth and headed for the front door. When she opened the door, Lee Han was standing there with a sly smile.

“Why are you here again?”

She asked in a cold voice, but Lee Han ignored her and strode past her into the living room. Calming the anger boiling inside her, Han Su-jin followed him.

Lee Han plopped down on the sofa and then patted the seat next to him, calling Han Su-jin. Han Su-jin wanted to resist with all her might, but soon, as if resigned, she sat next to him.

“What is it? What’s wrong?”

Lee Han asked with a sly look, and Han Su-jin gritted her teeth and replied.

“Nothing’s wrong. You should just hurry up and take care of your business.”

Instead of answering, Lee Han put his arm around Han Su-jin’s shoulder and pulled her closer. Pretending to be affectionate, he gently stroked Han Su-jin’s back.

Lee Han hugged Han Su-jin’s shoulder and whispered in her ear.

“Are you getting along well with Eun-ju-ssi? I was wondering how she’s been doing these days…”

Han Su-jin hesitated for a moment at Lee Han’s question. But since it was obvious that he would find out even if she hid it, she finally opened her mouth.

“It seems like there’s some problem in her relationship with her husband these days. She asked me about marital relationships.”

At those words, Lee Han seemed to be contemplating something for a moment. Han Su-jin slowly slipped out of his arms and stood up, seeing him frowning and deep in thought.

Han Su-jin headed to the kitchen. As she opened the cupboard and took out a cup, a familiar warmth approached from behind. Lee Han wrapped his arms around her waist and said into her ear.

“Su-jin-ssi… Keep getting along well with Eun-ju-ssi like that. It’s important to gain that woman’s trust.”

At Lee Han’s instruction, Han Su-jin’s hand paused for a moment. One corner of her heart throbbed. Regret for Kim Eun-ju, and the guilt that she was using her…

But soon, Han Su-jin shook her head.

‘I can’t help it… All of this is to protect Tae-young-ssi…’

Repeating to herself, Han Su-jin replied in a resigned voice.

“…Okay.”

Forcibly suppressing her bitter heart, Han Su-jin entrusted herself to Lee Han’s chest. His body temperature was hot, but Han Su-jin’s heart was filled with a chilling coldness. With her eyes closed, she tried to swallow the bleak reality that had befallen her like a sigh.

Lee Han’s hand carefully crept under the hem of Han Su-jin’s clothes. Han Su-jin flinched and showed an uncomfortable expression, but soon, as if resigned, she accepted his touch. Lee Han’s increasingly bold hand slowly began to caress Han Su-jin’s chest.

Han Su-jin closed her eyes and gritted her teeth. Forcibly suppressing the hot shame and guilt rising in her heart, she entrusted herself to Lee Han’s touch. This was the price she had to pay to protect her husband, she comforted herself in despair.

The two, closely attached to each other, began to take off their clothes without a word. Hot kisses followed on their exposed skin. As shirts, skirts, and even underwear were taken off one by one, Han Su-jin’s naked body was exposed to Lee Han’s gaze.

Unlike usual, the underwear Han Su-jin was wearing today was a light pink color. A strange smile hung on Lee Han’s lips at the sight. But he coveted Han Su-jin’s body with eyes burning with desire, without mentioning anything.

Breathing heavily, the two began to explore each other’s skin. Hot heat rose between their soft skin.

The two continued their breathless kisses and explored each other’s bodies. Because they had already spent countless hours together, they knew exactly each other’s sensitive spots. As Lee Han’s lips went down to Han Su-jin’s chest, she unknowingly moaned.

Even if she tried to reject it in her head, Han Su-jin’s body was reacting. Flushed skin, an increasingly rapid heartbeat… Her body was already ready to accept the act. Lee Han, who sensitively caught her reaction, more skillfully attacked Han Su-jin’s weaknesses.

In that place where clothes were scattered on the floor, the two intertwined hotly. Lee Han hugged Han Su-jin’s waist and penetrated deeply inside her. Han Su-jin moaned loudly at the approaching pleasure. But that moan was buried in Lee Han’s rough kisses.

“Haa… Hng…”

As the climax approached, Han Su-jin’s inner walls tightened deeply around Lee Han. She also moved her waist violently in time with the increasingly rapid movements.

“Ugh… Su-jin-ssi…”

Finally, at the moment of climax, Lee Han hugged Han Su-jin and deeply released, and Han Su-jin also trembled and accepted him. Han Su-jin’s eyes reddened at the sensation of hot liquid filling her inside. Engulfed in pleasure that washed over her like a wave, she buried her face weakly in Lee Han’s chest.

Even after the climax, they hugged each other for a while, catching their breath. The skin stuck together with cold sweat fell off in clumps. Immersed in afterglow, the two were lost in their own thoughts in heavy silence.

Guilt, shame, and deep despair… A shadow fell in Han Su-jin’s eyes, but her body was already naturally nestled in Lee Han’s arms.

–

Lee Hyun-woo was on his way home after finishing his day’s work. Walking along the promenade in the complex where darkness had fallen, he replayed the events of the day.

Just then, a familiar voice rang in his ear.

“Hello, Hyun-woo-ssi!”

When he turned his head, he saw Park Min-ah smiling brightly. She had a cute and lovely impression, but she exuded a strange, seductive atmosphere. Lee Hyun-woo often ran into her on his way home from work.

“Min-ah-ssi. Hello.”

“Yes, it seems like our quitting times are similar. We run into each other too often.”

The two stopped walking for a moment and exchanged greetings. As Park Min-ah approached Lee Hyun-woo, a subtle perfume scent stimulated the tip of his nose. The sweet and refreshing scent naturally permeated Lee Hyun-woo’s collar, but he didn’t notice it. Lee Hyun-woo’s gaze reached the bag held in Park Min-ah’s hand.

“It looks like you did some shopping at the convenience store? What did you buy?”

“Ah, this? A few bottles of beer and some snacks. It’s my hobby to have a drink to finish the day after work.”

Park Min-ah lifted the bag slightly and smiled shyly. At that sight, Lee Hyun-woo asked playfully.

“Do you enjoy drinking like that every day? It doesn’t seem very good for your health…”

“Hey, I’m still young. Isn’t it okay to drink a little to relieve stress?”

Lee Hyun-woo chuckled at the glib answer.

In fact, there were many women who expressed their liking for Lee Hyun-woo. With his handsome looks and diligent personality, he was popular with women. But Lee Hyun-woo’s heart was only with his wife, Eun-ju, so he always felt burdened by the women who approached him.

Park Min-ah’s attitude was very refreshing to Lee Hyun-woo. Rather than launching an offensive of affection like other women, he rather liked her maintaining an appropriate distance as a neighbor who treated him comfortably.

“Well, then, I’ll go in first.”

“Yes, go in carefully. Drink in moderation.”

After the short conversation, Park Min-ah headed to the apartment entrance with light steps. Lee Hyun-woo shook his head, watching her back.

‘She has a very cheerful personality. It’s nice to have a neighbor in the apartment complex to greet like this…’

The comfortable neighborly affection that Park Min-ah showed gave him a small comfort from his fatigue. Lee Hyun-woo quickened his pace. Because his beloved wife and son would be waiting for him again today.