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Episode 37: Extreme Choice

The moment when the woman washed her was truly nerve-wracking.

No matter how much she was like an older sister, her soft chest was pressed against his back.

She gently wrapped his body with a soft shower towel.

Han Seyeon’s gestures were cautious and yet filled with desire.

Externally, she maintained a neutral expression.

However, the occasional touch of her fingers was proving the emotions beneath.

Pretending it was a mistake, pretending it was awkward. Emotions hidden behind various reasons.

[You have gained 250 points!]

[How…]

Ignoring Jarvis’s surprised voice,

The hologram that occasionally appeared contained significant scores.

Apart from that, the increasingly overt caresses were being felt.

The foamy towel gradually descended downwards.

From the hip bone to the groin.

A cautious but faint tremor felt from behind was transmitted this far.

A gentle touch of a woman.

For a man, it could only be stimulating.

The slowly swelling desire.

And…

“Ah.”

“…”

It was silence.

Nevertheless, the sound of swallowing saliva could be heard from here.

[You have gained 300 points!]

[You have gained 168 points!]

Many points were also acquired.

Was she going to attack? Probably not?

Although he didn’t know everything about her,

What action would Han Seyeon take?

After a brief silence,

She chose to flee once again.

From my perspective, this was quite fortunate.

It was too early to harvest points.

Wasn’t it a few years since they had restored their sibling relationship?

Han Seyeon would be even more frightened and cautious.

Was my assumption correct?

The touch heading towards the groin was felt.

Thighs, calves, and even feet.

“It, it tickles.”

“Sorry.”

Finally, it ended.

Warm water was sprayed over his body.

Thinking he had closed his eyes, Han Seyeon’s warm gaze was visible.

That was all there was to it.

If it was Han Seyeon, she could show as much as she wanted.

Anyway,

The bath that made his flesh and heart tremble came to an end.

He had to put on clothes again, and his trembling legs could barely lie down in place.

Before the convoluted feeling, the situation of being cared for felt good.

Completely looking out for me and considering me.

If I wanted something, she would do it without any fuss.

How comfortable and cozy was that?

“Do you need anything?”

“…I’m fine.”

Of course, it was sometimes scary…

But time passed quickly.

Receiving care and attention, the day passed by quickly.

Sunday morning arrived.

Even though he hadn’t slept late at night, Han Sein had slept for over 9 hours.

Han Seyeon said she would rest today over the phone.

[Really? Nothing serious, right?]

“My younger sibling is feeling a bit unwell.”

[…Can’t be helped. Rest well!]

In truth,

There was some guilt present.

The act of resting itself felt awkward.

Nevertheless, the team leader’s voice was warm.

Isn’t it natural?

If the diligent student who was so dedicated that he won the perfect attendance award says he will be absent due to illness, it’s only natural to worry.

Even if you ask for the reason, it’s a way of showing concern without any doubt.

Han Seyeon let out a light sigh.

Had she ended the call?

Suddenly, Han Sein, who had gotten up, made sounds of discomfort.

Rushing to him urgently, Han Seyeon had to take care of him.

It was a given, but her heart fluttered.

“Ah…”

“What’s wrong, why are you sighing?”

With a sigh escaping her lips,

Though she let out a soft groan, his movements were unaffected.

Would he really be okay after just resting for a day?

It was just a simple muscle ache.

In two days, Han Sein regained normal movement.

“Ah, no. I’m relieved.”

However.

As the restlessness in her heart faded, emptiness crept in.

Recalling the storm-like events of yesterday, a sigh escaped involuntarily.

The moment the turbulent emotions subsided,

Her feelings became muddled as if shrouded in a black mist.

An inexplicable frustration surged in, and

Despite the need to be happy seeing her healthier younger brother,

A complex mix of emotions tormented her.

“Shall we go out for breakfast?”

“No, there’s leftover rice.”

“I’ll treat you, sis. Let’s go eat.”

Is it because she’s too lazy to cook?

Or due to her heavy-hearted emotions?

She hesitantly followed her younger brother’s suggestion with a hesitant expression.

She had to handle the expenses herself.

With that determination, Han Seyon prepared to leave.

Han Sein also went in to quickly wash up.

Putting on their clothes,

Slipping on their shoes,

The siblings finished getting ready and stepped out of the house.

And.

“Sis.”

“Yes?”

“Hold my hand. It’s a bit heavy.”

“Oh, sure.”

A warm sensation passed through her hand.

To hide her awkward smile, Han Seyon did her best.

Yes, she still needed to take care of him. Because she’s his sister.

It felt like the gloomy emotions were lifting.

Although she quickly felt dizzy from the groans echoing with each step up the stairs.

“Ugh, huff, ugh, ah.”

“….”

She could only close her mouth without a word.

Though it was a common groan, it seemed too provocative for her.

To avoid strange thoughts, she mentally sang the national anthem.

Though it was just half a flight of stairs, it was a significant hurdle.

Having safely overcome the challenge once again today, Han Seyon turned back to look at her younger brother.

“Are you okay?”

“Yeah, better than yesterday.”

“That’s a relief.”

Given his already frail body,

There were countless worries.

Anyway.

The kimbap restaurant wasn’t far away.

Close yet seldom visited.

Simply because they came from a poor household.

Apart from middle school days, they rarely visited.

The creaking sound of the door was heard,

And Han Sein and Han Seyon sat down to place their orders.

“What are you going to order?”

“Hmm…”

After reminiscing for a while, Han Seyon was surprised when she heard a voice and opened her eyes wide.

“Sis, sweet potato cheese tonkatsu? Right.”

“Huh? Oh, yes.”

“Yeah.”

How does he remember that?

Apart from middle school days, she had no recollection.

Han Sein remembered her favorite dish that she used to enjoy the most and ordered it.

And.

“Uncle! One sweet potato cheese tonkatsu and a kimbap, please.”

“You should eat something delicious too.”

“I like this. Can’t eat much and all.”

“….”

Han Seyon’s head slowly drooped.

With a trembling voice full of uncertainty,

She clenched her lips as memories flooded back.

“[Don’t you eat this, sis?]”

“I like kimbap. I eat a lot.”

Afraid of revealing her choked-up words,

She picked up a cup and started drinking to divert her mind.

It felt like something had changed significantly.

Sometimes,

Fate could alter many things.

The last week of March, Monday.

After the end of the MT, the following week arrived.

Unusually, Kang Hyun was lying face down on the desk.

She could see him anytime she wanted, but

It wasn’t easy to go see Han Sein.

Her heart raced like a drumbeat.

It was difficult to face him after what happened during the MT.

She found it hard to confront him.

Seeing his face made it impossible to hide her emotions.

She promised herself over and over again to remain composed.

She calmed her mind while lying on the desk.

The subsided emotions brought forth a sense of unease.

Kim Hyung-min, seemingly unchanged despite everything.

Instead of showing any reaction, she became even more anxious.

“Hoo.”

Kang Hyeon-ah took a deep breath.

Lunchtime was approaching soon, even if she didn’t feel like eating.

She had to see Han Se-in soon.

And…

-Kwak.

She would have to torment him again.

An unpleasant feeling pierced her heart.

“I don’t hate you.”

At the same time, she was confused.

Her head was spinning.

She unclenched her fist that she had tightly held.

First, she had to go to Kim Hyeong-min.

And then…

Fate came to shake Kang Hyeon-ah’s heart.

After eating, as usual, she gathered on the 4th floor.

As time passed, Han Se-in and Jeong A-yeong came up.

Park Hyo-rin stepped forward first and started bothering Jeong A-yeong.

It was almost a routine without needing a signal.

Park Hyo-rin, who seemed to be under unusually high stress, was hitting harder than usual.

Kang Hyeon-ah stood by Kim Hyeong-min as usual, waiting for the signal.

Eventually, she would have to torment him.

If she heard such words, she should have felt relieved.

Kang Hyeon-ah’s heart grew heavier.

It would have been easier to play the villain and receive hatred.

However…

The more her feelings towards him grew, the harder it became.

“Wait.”

At that moment, Kang Hyeon-ah, consumed by emotions, raised her head.

A strange atmosphere different from usual.

Kim Hyeong-min’s lips curled up eerily.

He looked at Kang Hyeon-ah, then his gaze shifted towards Han Se-in.

Was that the signal?

She walked towards him.

However…

“Don’t go.”

Was he going to do it himself?

It was a very unusual occurrence.

For Kim Hyeong-min to act directly…

Raising a hand, he stopped Kang Hyeon-ah, turning towards Jeong A-yeong instead.

And then…

He held back the words that would shock everyone.

“Hey.”

Fate was cruel.

“Yeah?”

To the extent of trampling on Kang Hyeon-ah’s carefully nurtured feelings.

“You, go to Han Se-in.”

“….”

To change the heart of a woman who purely wanted to love.

“Confess.”

It was cruel.