episode_0013

A girl with short blond hair and red eyes was having a hard time in the classroom.

I know her.

Yoon Aram.

He was the childhood friend of the guy who stole the heroine from Lee Seo-ha.

I don’t know if it was a coincidence, but I never thought I would run into you in a place like this.

‘That went well.’

I was planning on approaching her once I entered the academy anyway.

Because I was going to take everything away from the guy who ruined my mood.

No, actually, the expression ‘take away’ is also ambiguous.

The two are just childhood friends and have no romantic feelings for each other.

Not yet.

So, I guess it would be correct to say that he hit the player.

Rather than falling in love with that guy and being swayed by him, it’s better for him to be happy by my side.

“Is something wrong?”

I approached Yoon Aram carefully and spoke.

At that moment, Yoon Aram’s gaze turned towards me.

Yoon A-ram was pretty in a slightly different way than Ha Yu-jin.

If Ha Yu-jin had a refreshing and cold feel, Yoon A-ram had a lively and bright feel.

They are complete opposites.

Do you think we’ll fight often if we’re together?

Since they are polar opposites, it was possible that that could happen.

But still, I think it would be okay to just scold them both.

“If there’s anything I can do to help, I’ll help you.”

Since Yoon A-ram still seemed hesitant, I spoke again.

Then, her lips began to move, and then her voice came out.

“That… I left my writing instruments at home for the exam… . But my house is far… .”

It was strangely cute how Yoon Aram was hesitantly observing me.

‘It wasn’t in the original.’

I guess Seo Ha-yeon just passed by this kid who was in trouble.

It was typical of Seo Ha Lee to kick away an opportunity that was given to her by heaven.

But that’s not the case for me.

“Oh, then I’ll lend you the removal.”

“That, is that okay?”

“Yes, I always carry extra with me.”

I took a spare pen out of my bag and handed it to her.

That’s why people always need to be well prepared.

These little things, one by one, build up favorability.

“Thank you so much…!”

Yoon A-ram, who received the writing instrument, bowed her head in greeting.

Then he raised his head and continued speaking with a gentle smile.

“My name is Yoon Aram. Is your name… .”

“I am Seoha Lee. I hope you do well on your exam and pass together.”

“Yes, Seoha. I hope so.”

Yoon A-ram will probably enter the academy without any problems.

As for her, I didn’t really intervene in any part, so it just went as planned.

As we were talking like that, students started coming into the classroom one by one.

I would have liked to have a more serious conversation and get to know each other better, but it seemed like it was time to go back to my seat.

Well, I had built up a decent amount of favorability and had even introduced myself, so I was pretty satisfied for the first day.

I sat down in my seat, leaving Yoon Aram behind, who was smiling.

Now all that remains is to take the Academy entrance exam.

‘Is Ha Yu-jin okay?’

I think you’ll do well since you’ve prepared thoroughly.

Still, I couldn’t help but be worried.

It would be nice if I could just avoid making useless mistakes.

As time passed, the supervisor came into the classroom.

The exam was finally about to begin.

* * * * *

After the first subject of the exam, a short break was given.

There was no rule against leaving the classroom, so I went straight out.

Why should I tell you the reason?

It was to meet Ha Yu-jin.

Ha Yu-jin seemed to have the same thoughts as me as she happened to be coming out of the classroom.

Eventually we met in the hallway.

“Ha Yu-jin, how was your exam?”

“I think I enjoyed it. Seo-ha, how was it for you?”

“Me too, somehow?”

“You said that and now you’re getting it right. Ugh-. My childhood friend is killing me.”

Ha Yu-jin pouts her lips and makes a pointed expression.

Are you saying that you want me to kiss you because you’re so tired?

There are too many people right now, so it’s a bit difficult.

By the way.

‘As expected, there were no problems.’

At least it seemed unlikely that Ha Yu-jin would fail the exam.

After all, we’ve only just finished the first subject.

I don’t think there will be any problems with future exams.

“I’m really worried about the next subject… It’s the one I’m worst at.”

“I saw you before, but you weren’t that bad. Be confident.”

“I’ll try my best for now… .”

“I said you’re good enough.”

As I said that, I lightly patted Ha Yu-jin’s head with my palm.

Then Ha Yu-jin narrowed her eyes and glared at me.

“Stop it because you’re getting smaller.”

If you say that and don’t wave your hand, it’s probably not such a bad thing.

Still, I decided to quit since there were so many people out in the hallway.

Because I had no intention of advertising that we were close in front of others.

A little time passed like that.

“Ah, I guess I should go in soon.”

“Okay, do well in the next subject too. Don’t make any mistakes.”

“Good luck on your test, too.”

As break time was coming to an end, we ended our conversation and returned to our respective classrooms.

I sat down in my seat again, and soon the proctor came in holding the test paper.

Soon, the test papers were distributed and the test began.

Square, square-.

In the silence, only the sound of the pen gliding across the paper could be heard.

‘It’s not particularly difficult.’

I quickly solved the problems densely written on the test paper.

It seemed like I would be able to see Ha Yu-jin smiling during break time.

And that prediction turned out to be exactly right.

“Seohaya, it was easier than I thought. Right?”

“Yeah, it wasn’t that difficult.”

“I was worried, but luckily… .”

“That’s why I told you not to worry. I told you that you can do it.”

A faint smile spread across Ha Yu-jin’s face, as if she had done well in the subject she had been worried about and her tension was slowly easing.

The sight was so cute that I suddenly felt the urge to pinch her cheeks.

After that, we continued to take tests, meet in the hallway, and talk.

Fortunately, the smile never disappeared from Ha Yu-jin’s face during the process.

The efforts made so far have shone through.

And finally, the bell rang, signaling the end of the final exam.

‘It’s finally over.’

Since both Ha Yu-jin and I were certain to be admitted to the academy, we weren’t particularly worried.

Rather, I should say that I am looking forward to it.

From now on, it will truly be the beginning of the original story that I knew.

Students who had finished their exams began to get up from their seats one by one and leave the classroom.

And I was just about to get up from my seat and put the writing utensils I had used back in my bag.

Suddenly, someone’s shadow appeared in front of me.

“Seo Ha, you wrote this well.”

Yoon Aram returned the writing instrument she had borrowed to me.

I answered, putting them away in my bag.

“Oh, yes. That’s good. Did you do well on the test?”

“Thanks to you, I think I saw it well.”

“Then I guess I can see you at the entrance ceremony.”

“I wish that were so.”

Since there was nothing more to say, it seemed like the conversation would end here.

‘Should I ask for your number?’

We made an acquaintance, lent him some writing instruments, and even made an excuse.

So, asking for her number probably wouldn’t be too burdensome for Yoon Aram.

And for future relationships, it’s better to exchange numbers early.

After making that decision, I tried to ask Yoon Aram for her number, but… .

Unfortunately, it ended in failure.

Because she stole the player.

“Seo-ha, if it’s okay, could you give me your number? I’d like to repay you for helping me today.”

Yoon Aram shyly handed me her cell phone.

To be honest, I was a little embarrassed.

I didn’t think you would be this active.

Well, I’m actually grateful.

“I’ll give you ”

I took the phone from Yoon Aram and entered my number.

And when I made a call, the phone in my bag rang… .

‘Oh, I turned it off.’

I forgot to turn off my phone when I was taking the test.

“That’s my number, by the way.”

“Oh, yes.”

“You worked hard on your exam today.”

“Seo Ha-ssi, you’ve worked hard too.”

After that conversation, I picked up my bag and left the classroom.

And then I immediately ran into Ha Yu-jin.

We started walking side by side and talking.

“Seohaya, do you know me?”

“We met for the first time today. Well, it’s nothing special. I lent her my writing utensil this morning. She said she wanted to repay me.”

“Yeah… ?”

“Yeah, that’s it.”

At my words, Ha Yu-jin snorted, “Eung-.”

I guess he was concerned that I had been talking to a girl.

It would be even more so if they said they would repay me.

How can even jealousy be so cute?

I should at least give him a reward to tell him not to worry.

“Eugene, aren’t you hungry?”

“Huh? I’m a little hungry. Why?”

“Do you want to go eat tteokbokki? The exam is over.”

“As expected, Lee Seo-ha, you know a thing or two. Let’s go right away.”

After that, we ate spicy stir-fried rice cakes at the shopping mall.

When I said I would buy it for him, he ended up ordering four boiled eggs, which made everyone laugh for a moment.

After we finished eating tteokbokki, we went out onto the street to go home.

Suddenly, Ha Yu-jin said.

“Hey, Seoha Lee.”

“Why?”

“That, it’s nothing special… .”

“What is it?”

“… Can I come to your house to play in the future?”

I wondered what he meant when he said that, but it really wasn’t anything special.

Now that the entrance exams are over, there’s no more excuse to come.

I answered without hesitation.

“Do whatever you want.”

When did you ask and come to me?

* * * * *

How many days have passed since the entrance exams ended?

I was reading a book when suddenly my cell phone rang.

[Yoon Aram]

It seemed like Yoon A-ram wanted to repay the favor.