~ Together by a String ~ (Jiyoo)

~26~

"And you know damn well she'd do anything for a proper job in the future, hm?"

"You're saying it like I know nothing about her."

"Because you don-.. don't know yet. Of course she's going to say no to such question."

"Why would she lie though, I don't see the reason."

"Because she doesn't want to hurt your feelings Minji!"

"Hurt my feelings? Why would I be hurt if she wants to study-"

"She wants to study abroad."

I had my mouth open to say something but didn't. I looked at Bora that seemed to have softened her gaze and looked down. I pat her back to assure her that everything was fine.

I was a bit confused by everything I just heard. Why didn't she just tell me she wanted to study abroad? I totally would've understood her because it was her life and I had no right to butt into the choices she made before we started dating.

"I'm sorry that you had to hear that from me but not her.."

"It's fine Bora, I'll just pretend as if I know nothing. I'll wait for her to tell me herself when she's ready. Let's just get food now."

I stood up first, still feeling sore but I was having too many thoughts to think about than to care about that now. I wanted to eat and think about something else, maybe something that had to do with my future. There was a month left for me to decide what I wanted to do. There was a choice for me to be an office worker at my dad's company, but no way in hell was I going to work for him. It's much harder than I expected. Deciding what was best for your future definitely was nerve-wracking, I don't blame Yoohyeon at all..

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Lunch was over and right then Yoohyeon ran to us, apologizing for skipping it. I flashed a smile and held out my hand for her and she accepted it, pulling me closer and we both walked to our next class.

It went well and I actually managed to listen in without any distractions. I obviously glanced a few times at Yoohyeon and she was paying attention and taking notes as always. She always had a specific look on her face when she was focused and it made her look more attractive. It's pretty hot, not gonna lie. I never thought I'd find a nerd to be so stunning while paying attention.. and even fall hard for her.

The moment the bell rang, I leaned back on my chair to crack my back, but Siyeon popped up out of nowhere and gave me a massage. I sighed in relief because my back pain was almost completely gone.

"You're my savior Siyeon. I needed that so bad."

"Of course~ want some water?"

"Sure-"

She pulled out a water bottle from her back pocket and handed it to me with a smile in her face. How the fuck is that bottle always there? I took a few sips and spaced out while looking at a specific someone. Siyeon placed her head on my shoulder and squinted her eyes.

"Why are you looking at Yoohyeon like that?"

"What do you think is going on inside her head right now?"