Chapter 389: Invited Guest
Translator: RaidenTL
Chapter 389: Invited Guest
“Ha… should I just skip today?”
Early morning.
Yoo Ah-rin muttered to herself while still sprawled out on the bed.
Part of it was because she hadn't slept at all, but she was also exhausted from the dull ache throbbing in her waist and thighs.
She glanced to her side and saw Kim Woo-jin sleeping completely naked.
He was using his arm as a pillow for her. He’d mentioned he’d been working out lately, and unlike in the past, his arm didn't seem to be falling asleep or getting numb.
‘He really is sturdy.’
After spending nearly half a day staring at each other’s naked bodies, licking and sucking every inch, she had realized that Kim Woo-jin’s physique was in much better shape than she’d expected.
His stamina was even more impressive; except for a few brief breaks, he had literally kept at it all day and night.
‘I might need to rethink the whole living together thing.’
If moving in meant every single day would be like this, she didn't think she could handle it.
It felt amazing, sure, but the fact that it felt too good was the problem. It was bound to interfere with her daily life.
“You’re taking the day off?”
Seo Ye-rin, lying on the other side, blinked her eyes open and asked.
Recalling the events of last night, Yoo Ah-rin answered with newfound politeness.
“Yes, Ye-rin Unni.”
“Hmm, maybe I should rest a bit too. My manager was making a huge fuss about audition prep, though.”
“You should definitely rest, Unni.”
“Hehe. Hearing you call me ‘Unni’ doesn’t feel half bad.”
Of course she was an "Unni."
For the first time in her life, Yoo Ah-rin was being truly respectful toward Seo Ye-rin.
The experience she’d gone through yesterday was enough to make even Yoo Ah-rin feel a sense of profound respect for her.
“Seriously, Ye-rin... if you hadn't been here, I would’ve died.”
After they had eaten the meat and ramyeon, Kim Woo-jin had immediately charged into the second round.
Even though Yoo Ah-rin and Choi I-seo had collapsed from exhaustion after a few bouts, Kim Woo-jin’s insatiable hands kept reaching for them.
It was Seo Ye-rin who had held the line.
As Yoo Ah-rin lay collapsed at the foot of the bed, watching Seo Ye-rin gallantly mount Kim Woo-jin and fight the good fight all on her own, a surge of respect and gratitude had welled up in her heart.
“Is this guy even human? Is it normal to be able to go all day like this?”
As Yoo Ah-rin grumbled while pinching the sleeping Kim Woo-jin’s cheek, Seo Ye-rin let out a soft laugh.
“From what I know, he usually can’t go this far. It’s just because Woo-jini is exceptionally sturdy.”
As she’d mentioned before, she suspected it was a side effect of all the high-quality supplements and food he’d been fed since he was a child.
“But where’s I-seo?”
Seo Ye-rin lifted her head slightly to look around.
Choi I-seo, who had struggled the most, was asleep under the bed, buried beneath a pile of blankets.
“She was the first to tap out, so she was the first to fall asleep.”
“She’s sleeping down there because there’s no room on the bed? Jeez, she could have just gone to another room.”
Choi I-seo was dead to the world, showing no signs of waking up.
That was just how exhausted she had been.
She had been completely helpless, unable to keep her wits about her as she bore the brunt of Kim Woo-jin’s somewhat aggressive ministrations.
Well, if someone were to ask if anyone hadn't been overwhelmed, there wouldn't be much of an answer.
Choi I-seo had looked so pitiful as she tearfully confessed how difficult it was to keep up.
“By the way, what time is checkout? Shouldn't we start getting up?”
“Ugh, what a pain. I just want to sleep forever.”
A bone-tired Yoo Ah-rin yawned and stretched.
She didn't even want to check her phone; she just wanted to stay like this.
“I booked it until tomorrow. You can keep sleeping.”
A voice came from Kim Woo-jin, who still had his eyes tightly shut.
“Woo-jin, you’re awake!”
“Wait, you booked it until tomorrow?”
“Yeah. I figured you guys would be tired, so I called the owner this morning. Luckily, it was vacant for tomorrow too.”
“Must be nice to have so much money you can just do whatever!”
“That’s awesome. My feelings for Kim Woo-jin just got a little deeper.”
“Money really is the best.”
Kim Woo-jin smiled contentedly at their responses.
Then, he pulled the two girls—one in each arm—into a tight embrace and spoke.
“But... since it’s morning, I’m hard.”
“...”
“...”
“You two play rock-paper-scissors. I’ll go with the winner.”
“I’m sure Ye-rin Unni will do it for you.”
“Ah-rin, the world of competition is cold and heartless.”
The two girls glared at each other for a moment before immediately throwing their hands out for rock-paper-scissors.
* * *
“Ugh, shit... I think my back is broken.”
Yoo Ah-rin, the winner—and the loser—of the match, waddled out into the living room with her hands on her waist.
Thanks to the intense morning session, she was starting her day much later than the others.
It was already lunchtime.
The other three were sitting around the dining table, eating Kimchi Fried Rice.
“This Kimchi Fried Rice is delicious, probably because of the seafood in it.”
“Just how much food did you bring?”
“As long as it tastes good, right?”
The amount of food Kim Woo-jin had brought was indeed excessive.
Thanks to that, they didn't have to worry about food for the rest of the day, even if they didn't step foot outside.
As Yoo Ah-rin awkwardly took a seat, Kim Woo-jin pulled out a spoon and handed it to her.
She took the spoon and immediately slapped him across the back.
Smack!
“Ow! That hurts!”
“You bastard. Seriously, you have no self-control.”
“But you liked it, didn't you?”
“Shut up!”
Choi I-seo was the first to stand up.
Already mostly dressed, she finished brushing her teeth and applying some light makeup before heading toward the front door.
“I’m heading out. I have an afternoon lecture I need to attend.”
“Huh? You’re leaving?”
A startled Kim Woo-jin hurriedly scurried after her.
“Ah-rin, let’s play rock-paper-scissors for the dishes.”
“Can’t you just do them? I can barely even stand up right now.”
“Tsk, fine.”
The other two ignored the commotion and went about their business.
“I-seo, you should just rest today.”
“No. If I start skipping like that, my grades will be ruined before I know it.”
“Is this about the full scholarship? I can pay for your tuition.”
“Sigh, don't talk nonsense.”
Choi I-seo’s resolve not to rely on Kim Woo-jin’s money was unshakable.
In truth, he’d said it knowing exactly how she would respond.
“You had such a hard time yesterday. Aren't you feeling under the weather?”
“It feels a bit weird hearing that from the person who caused it.”
After giving him a resentful glare, Choi I-seo sighed and melted into Kim Woo-jin’s embrace.
“Yesterday, I finally understood what it feels like to be exhausted in a good way. Even when you were rough, I could feel how much you love me.”
“I-seo!”
“Maybe that’s why? I’m not anxious or afraid anymore. Because I know for sure... that no matter what happens, you’ll stay by my side.”
“Of course I will!”
Kim Woo-jin kissed her, seemingly moved by the fact that she recognized his sincerity.
“I-seo, should I come pick you up after your lecture?”
“No. I have something I need to do today.”
“Then you’re coming back afterward, right? Right?”
“...Yes.”
“Didn't she hesitate a bit just now?”
“Argh! Who left all these shrimp tails here?!”
Startled by the conversation between Yoo Ah-rin and Seo Ye-rin behind him, Kim Woo-jin looked down at Choi I-seo.
When she remained silent with her head turned away, he felt a slight pang of anxiety.
“You’re... coming, right?”
“O-of course.”
Her voice was awkwardly trembling.
As if trying to hide it, Choi I-seo quickly pulled away from him and stepped outside.
“See you later!”
* * *
“Let’s just rest, you animal.”
After finishing lunch.
Yoo Ah-rin made her declaration with her arms crossed.
“I am resting. I’m not even going to school.”
“You know that’s not what I mean.”
“...”
“You’re going to want to do it again tonight anyway, right? So let’s just rest until then.”
I glanced at Seo Ye-rin sitting next to me. I hoped she’d take my side, but she seemed too absorbed in a mobile game to hear us.
I guess I have no choice.
“Fine. Let’s just chill. To be honest, my dick is so sore I don't think I could go again right now anyway.”
I wasn't joking; it actually hurt.
This was the first time in my life I’d done it this much in half a day.
“It feels like I got stung by a bee.”
It felt like it was swollen to twice its size.
“But you can’t just blame me for everything.”
I felt the need to set the record straight.
She was making it sound like I was the only problem.
“What are you talking about?”
“It’s not like a guy can just get turned on whenever, for no reason.”
“It’s not?”
“No, it’s not. It’s only because it’s you guys that I can go this far.”
How could I get that excited all by myself?
“...What is he even saying?”
“Ah! I died.”
Neither of them seemed to understand my point, giving me lukewarm reactions.
I decided to use a comparison to make it easier for them to grasp.
“When I did it with Yun-ji, I couldn't go this hard.”
“...”
“...”
In an instant, both of their gazes pierced through me.
“Was that supposed to be a compliment, Woo-jin?”
“Ugh, dammit. My head hurts just thinking about a kid who takes after him coming out of my womb.”
“That’s cold.”
Maybe bringing up my ex-girlfriend in this situation wasn't the best move.
As I scratched my head in embarrassment, Seo Ye-rin leaned her head on my shoulder and laughed.
“The delivery was trash, but since you’re saying I’m better than Yun-ji, I guess it’s nice to hear!”
“Compare us to Oh Yun-ji one more time and you’re dead.”
Despite her words, Yoo Ah-rin slid into the seat next to me and hooked her arm through mine.
She was annoyed by the comparison, but she seemed to quite like the fact that she was "better."
“Woo-jin, want to go to a PC room?”
“Instead of that, they said they rent out consoles here. Let’s just play games here.”
“Games? What kind? Count me in.”
She’d often watched Seo Ye-rin and me play games before. Not wanting to be left out, Yoo Ah-rin awkwardly joined in.
Not bad.
Until I-seo gets back, we’ll just play games here.
Let’s just spend the day lounging around.
* * *
“So you’re on your way to your family home right now?”
— I’m already there. I can see the main gate.
Over the phone, Oh Yun-ji could hear the distinct roar of a Porsche engine.
Choi Jin-ah had driven down to her family home in the Porsche Kim Woo-jin had lent her.
“Are you going to be okay? Did you go with Ju-hee Unni?”
— No, I came alone.
“Are you prepared? You’ve been terrified this whole time.”
— ...Ugh.
Since it wasn't a lie, Choi Jin-ah hesitated for a moment, but she soon answered with renewed determination.
— I’m fine now. I was getting sick of the constant calls about arranged dates from unknown numbers, and I think I spent too long just ‘preparing’ myself.
“Hmm. So you’re not living with Ju-hee Unni anymore?”
— Yeah. I said my goodbyes to her before I left. When I told her I was sorry for everything, she just gave me a hug.
Choi Jin-ah sniffled once, her nose likely tingling with emotion.
It seemed to have been a touching farewell for her.
Even though they could just see each other again whenever they wanted.
“But why all of a sudden?”
Oh Yun-ji asked as she stepped out of her car. She held the phone, which had been connected via Bluetooth, to her ear. It sounded like Choi Jin-ah had just finished parking as well.
In the glow of the setting sun, the sound of a car door opening echoed, followed by Choi Jin-ah’s refreshing laughter.
— Life doesn't fall apart as easily as you’d think.
“Huh?”
— So, I’ve decided to just face it head-on.
“...”
Hearing Choi Jin-ah speak as if she’d reached some grand enlightenment, Oh Yun-ji felt a slight chill and asked cautiously.
“Is this because of Woo-jin?”
— ...Maybe a little?
"A little," my ass.
It seemed like watching Kim Woo-jin live his life so recklessly lately had rubbed off on her in a strange way.
“Jin-ah, I know you’re loaded too, but get a grip. If you learned something from watching him, you really need to question it.”
Using him as a cautionary tale was one thing, but if she’d found "enlightenment" by watching Kim Woo-jin’s disastrous behavior, there was definitely cause for concern.
— Ahem. Where are you? Sounds like you’re outside.
“Look at you, changing the subject.”
— I’m going to head to where you are once I’m done talking to my parents. I don't think I’ll want to sleep at the main house regardless of how it goes.
“I’m currently...”
Oh Yun-ji looked up.
Standing before her was a two-story pool villa.
“I don't know. What is this place?”
— What do you mean?
“I mean, I-seo suddenly asked if I could come here just for today, so I did.”
— I-seo did?
“She said she was having a really hard time and begged me. I don't know what’s going on, but I felt bad about some recent stuff, so I came.”
She had been hitting on Kim Woo-jin, after all.
Even then, Oh Yun-ji still remembered how Choi I-seo hadn't been angry about her seducing Kim Woo-jin, but had instead been worried about Kim Woo-jin’s mental state.
— Ah, my bodyguards are coming. I’ll call you back once things are settled here.
“Should I call the police if I don't hear from you?”
— It’s not that serious.
There was a sense of resolve in Choi Jin-ah’s voice that Oh Yun-ji had never heard before, but also a hint of something chilling.
Perhaps that was why Oh Yun-ji hung up without much worry.
“What is this place?”
Standing in front of the pool villa, she opened the door and stepped inside.
“Excuse me?”
The sound that greeted her was...
“Ahhh!”
The lewd moan of a woman.