episode_0131

A few days after spending the weekend with Ha-eun.

My girlfriends and I were having dinner together at Seonyeong’s house.

Since there were five people in total and one of them was a celebrity, it was not common for everyone to gather like this.

“What skin and lotion do you use, Sister Ji-ah? My skin has been dry lately, maybe because it’s gotten colder, so I’m thinking about changing it.”

“I’m using the one my friend recommended. What was the name? I think it’s in the same chatroom as my friend… . Oh, this is it.”

“What is this dish? All the dishes Seonyeong makes are delicious, but this is the first time I’ve seen something this delicious.”

“Huh? You mean Gambas? If you like it that much, you should make it often.”

The four women were talking to each other in a friendly manner, just like sisters.

Sometimes they would pair off and talk nicely, and sometimes the four of them would chat about the same topic.

I don’t really have a reason to do that, but I feel proud for no reason.

It was then that I finished my meal in such a good mood and was sitting on the living room sofa eating fruit for dessert.

Ha-eun, who had been talking loudly, suddenly became quiet at some point and opened her mouth.

“Brothers, sisters, and goddess. I have something to say!”

As our eyes all turned to her, Ha-eun continued speaking with a serious expression on her face, as if she were a politician giving a speech.

“I want all five of us to live together!”

“All together?”

At my question, Ha-eun’s head moved up and down vigorously.

“Yes! Now everyone here is like family. So I want to live together!”

“… .”

“And last time it wasn’t anything serious, but what if something happens to you or someone else? If we live together, we’ll know right away and be able to help!”

“I think that’s a good idea too. It’s fun to think about meeting other people without having to go out.”

Elia clapped her hands together in agreement, but I hesitated to readily agree.

Of course, it’s not that I don’t like Ha-eun’s suggestion.

Living in the same house with my loved ones is such a happy dream.

But the problem was that there was always a slight difference between dreams and reality.

If not two but five people live together, wouldn’t unexpected troubles arise?

Looking at their current friendly relationship, I thought things would be okay, but I also felt a vague sense of unease.

Because I never want our current relationship to break down.

Seonyeong, who had been listening silently, said, “I wonder if he is thinking similar thoughts to me.”

“I like it too, but it might be different from what you think. Is that okay?”

“It’s okay! It’ll be so much fun and great! What do you think, Unnie Jia?”

“I think it’s similar to my mom. Actually, I’ve never thought about five people living together, so I don’t know… It seems good, but it’s also such a big change.”

It seems that the mother and daughter have similar opinions.

Since I was the only one who hadn’t said anything yet, I immediately spoke up.

“I also think it would be nice if we all lived together. But I’m being careful because it doesn’t seem like a light matter that can be decided right away.”

“Why, Oppa! It’s nice to live with people you like!”

“Ha-eun is right. But it’s not two or three, it’s five… . I’m not saying I don’t like it, but I think we should take our time and make a careful decision.”

“Ugh… .”

Ha-eun became sullen at the unexpected reaction.

It’s unfortunate, but it’s not an issue that can be decided easily, so I’m holding back on my words, but Ha-eun doesn’t seem to have any intention of giving up.

“Then let’s try living together!”

“Huh?”

“We decided to go out and play together during winter break! We’ll spend time together then and if it’s okay, we’ll live together!”

As she said, nothing has been decided specifically, but when Jia and Ha-eun finish this semester, they decided to rent a place and hang out as a group.

Since there are a lot of people, it is not easy to schedule, so we made an appointment in advance.

“Not bad?”

Jia and Seonyeong agreed with what I said.

Before you decide, there’s no harm in trying it out on a trip you’re planning to take anyway.

So, they decided to accept Ha-eun’s proposal, and as time passed, the day of the trip arrived.

—

“Wow!”

One day in January, we arrived at the pension we had reserved.

As soon as Ha-eun saw the pension, she exclaimed in admiration and was so excited that she was stomping her feet in place.

The pension had a good first impression and the interior was also satisfactory.

It’s neat and has lots of rooms, so it’s the perfect space for several people to stay.

From now on, we will stay here for 4 nights and 5 days to test whether the five of us can get along well if we live together.

… I’m looking forward to it. I’m also a little nervous.

First of all, I’m excited about the trip, but I also have mixed feelings about what might happen.

Ha-eun and Elia were so happy to have come to visit that they looked around the pension while mother and daughter Ji-ah and Seon-yeong calmly unpacked their luggage.

Then, of course, the first thing we did was look outside.

The purpose of coming here was to test out cohabitation, but I didn’t want to just stay inside, so I went around to various tourist attractions in the area.

Because it was January, the sun set quickly, and when we returned to the pension, we decided to prepare dinner.

The girls and I gathered in the kitchen, dressed comfortably as if we were each at home.

Being here like this really made me feel like I was living together with her.

“What should I do?”

“No. We’ll do it, so it’s okay for Dohyun to rest.”

“Really? Then I’ll clean up and do the dishes later.”

I felt uncomfortable being alone, so I wandered around, but I thought I would be a nuisance, so I sat down on the sofa.

Four lovers gather together, chatting and preparing food.

Just looking at that sight makes me feel at ease and at peace, and I think it would be nice to live like this.

As I was watching them with a happy expression, Elia came and sat down next to me with a deadpan expression on her face.

Did they have an argument or something?

I asked him out of concern about his unusually calm appearance since he became human.

“What’s wrong? What’s wrong?”

“Jia told me to stay with Dohyun… .”

“Why?”

“I don’t know. Maybe you think I’m bothering you because I’m not good at cooking… .”

I don’t think Gia would do that, but I wonder if there’s another reason.

Still, since I didn’t know the circumstances, I patted Elia’s head for now.

Elia was quietly in my hands for a while, but she couldn’t hide her upset expression and leaned in, hugging my waist.

“I want to help too, but I feel sad that I can’t. From when I was a goddess to when I became human, I’ve always been the one receiving help… .”

I feel more depressed than I thought.

I gently patted the shoulder in my arms, wanting to comfort her.

“It’s okay. Everyone is helping Elia because they like her, so there’s no need to be impatient and think you have to pay her back.”

“Still… .”

As he continued to pat her, Zia left the sink to find something and found Elia lying dead in the pool.

“Elia, what’s wrong? Where does it hurt?”

“He said he was sad because he felt like he couldn’t be of any help.”

At the answer I gave on her behalf, Zia was startled, lowered her body, and grabbed Elia’s hand.

“Did I tell you not to cook and to rest? Sorry, that’s not what I meant!”

“It’s okay if you don’t care… . I know that there’s still a lot I can do as a human being… .”

“That’s not it. There’s a knife and the fire is hot, so I told you to stay here in case Elia gets hurt.”

“Was it because you were worried about me, not because it wasn’t helpful?”

Zia’s answer to Elia’s question was without a second of hesitation.

“Of course! I never thought Elia would feel that way. I’m sorry.”

“No. Rather, I am sorry. I misunderstood what Jia said because of my sense of entitlement that I usually receive from others.”

“What does that mean? It’s only natural to help each other when we need help. Shall we cook together? I’ll teach you step by step, starting with the easy ones.”

“Are you sure?”

“Yeah. When Elia gets used to cooking, she can help me when I need her.”

“Yes! I want to become good enough to help you, Jia!”

Elia, who had regained her energy, followed Zia back to the kitchen.

I was just watching from the sidelines, but the conversation just now made me think that we could get along well.

Problems between people often arise from misunderstandings, but if we could open up our hearts to each other like we did just now, I felt like any conflict could be resolved.

They are more than capable of doing so.

The fact that I’m with such wonderful women made me smile again.

After we finished eating and cleaning up, we spent time together.

We all watched horror movies together and trembled, and we also enjoyed playing board games that Ha-eun brought.

Every moment is enjoyable, so wherever the five of us are together, it feels like we’re on a trip and happy.

Thanks to that, time passed quickly, and before I knew it, it was time to go to sleep.

“Haaam… .”

“Elia, are you sleepy?”

She nodded her small face to my question.

“Then shall we go to sleep now?”

“Just a minute!”

Ha-eun shouts firmly, holding out her palm.

I asked cautiously, because her comments at such times are never to be taken lightly.

“Ha-eun, why…?”

“We came here to see if we could live together! So of course we should try that too!”

“That’s it, no way… .”

I have a feeling I know what it is.

Tension spread across the faces of Ji-ah and Seon-yeong, who had the same thoughts as me, and soon Ha-eun’s lips began to move again.

“Yes! Five of us are having sex!”