Chapter 140
Chapter 140
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Translator: penny
Chapter: 140
Chapter Title: Da-jeong's Surprise Visit!
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Three days had passed since Tofu came to live at our house.
After finishing lunch and getting ready, I slung a small bag over my shoulder and waved at Tofu.
"Tofu, Mom's heading out. Make sure to eat properly and wait for me, okay?"
"Nyaaang."
Tofu let out a reassuring meow, as if telling me not to worry.
That eased my mind, and I turned to leave.
Of course, Tofu could handle being alone just fine.
She'd even mastered litter training in just two days, after all.
And she's such a well-behaved girl, so nothing would go wrong.
Feeling a bit more at ease, I stepped out and headed straight for the subway.
The house the President had secured for me was in a prime station-area location.
It made going anywhere so convenient, and I felt grateful to her all over again.
Today's destination was that bakery Yuna had recommended recently.
In Blue LUV, there are exactly two people known as hardcore bread lovers.
That's Yuna and Ji-ah unnie.
The slight difference is...
Yuna adores breads like cakes and desserts,
While Ji-ah unnie just loves bread itself, whether for meals or dessert.
Anyway, since it was Yuna's recommendation, I trusted the taste would be guaranteed.
Without a second thought, I set off for the bakery.
Hehe, I wonder what it'll taste like.
She said their tart is amazing, just like she recommended.
I'll grab a few breads, eat a tart there, and pack some to take home.
Oh, and I heard they sell pet biscuits too.
I should pick some up for Tofu while I'm there.
I'm not sure if it's okay for a kitten yet, but...
If I'm unsure, I can just ask the bakery owner.
Weeeeng-
Lost in these thoughts, I arrived at the subway platform.
Perfect timing—the train was just pulling in.
Unfortunately, no empty seats, so I'd have to stand.
"...Huh?"
Holding onto the pole by the door,
I noticed a passenger's phone screen from someone seated nearby.
I couldn't help blinking in surprise.
Whoa, that's me!
And it's footage from the game stream I did the day before yesterday.
They must be watching a Clip Channel video.
"Hee hee..."
The man, wireless earbuds in, chuckled at my video like it was hilarious.
The unexpected sight left me a bit dazed.
There really are people who like me.
Sure, cases like Si-eun unnie, Ra-hee unnie's little sister, but
She's someone who learned about me through Ra-hee unnie, so that feels a bit different.
This is the first time seeing a total stranger enjoying my content. It's so novel.
That said, why only my videos?
Please watch the Blues' videos too!
Especially Yuna's stream from the day before yesterday—it was legendary!
Part of me wanted to snatch that phone and swipe to recommendations,
Pointing out must-watch clips left and right.
But I held back my excitement and got off at my stop when it arrived.
Ugh...
I'm grateful someone watches my videos,
But standing right there felt weirdly embarrassing, like being roasted up close.
At least the sound wasn't audible. Silver lining.
"Bread~ Bread~ Yummy bread~♪."
Still, thinking about the bakery soon cheered me up, and I started humming my own made-up tune and lyrics.
I rode the escalator up and finally emerged from the station.
And there it was—the bakery, right by Exit 2.
Ding-
"Welcome!"
The automatic doors slid open with a chime,
Followed by the staff's cheerful greeting.
Whoa, the smell is incredible.
No wonder people can't pass by bakeries.
It's like a cheat code, total cheat code.
Savoring the buttery aroma, I looked around,
Then pulled out my phone to check Yuna's texts for her must-try picks.
[Yuna] - It's really delicious! You have to go!
[Yuna] - I personally recommend the shrimp baguette and cheese bagel!
[Yuna] - Salt bread is a must, obviously,
[Yuna] - For dessert, definitely try the strawberry tart!
[Yuna] - Oh! Mango tart is yummy too!
Got it—shrimp baguette and cheese bagel.
Come to think of it, I've never had a bagel before.
Salt bread shows up at the company as snacks sometimes, so I've had that.
Following Yuna's recs, I grabbed the shrimp baguette and cheese bagel,
Plus a few other tempting ones.
The rest can be my dinner.
"Um, excuse me. Is this pet biscuit okay for a 4-month-old kitten?"
"Oh, yes, it should be fine. Our kitten eats them at 3 months."
"I see... Thank you!"
Just to be safe, I confirmed and added some for Tofu.
Now for dessert tarts, and done.
"All set. Receipt?"
"Yes, please."
I needed it for my ledger, so I tucked it away carefully.
Requested bags for the takeout breads,
And carried my to-eat ones on a tray to a window seat.
"Nom."
I bit into the baguette without hesitation.
My eyes sparkled, my mind flashing with those gourmet manga reaction scenes.
Whoa, this is way too good!
Especially the sauce inside—pure bliss.
That crunch in the middle... shrimp?
Doesn't quite feel like shrimp texture... Anyway, delicious!
I want to feed this to the members.
Yuna's already been, so
I'll recommend it to the others in group chat later.
"...Huh?"
Mid-devouring the baguette heartily,
Something clicked, and I glanced out the window absentmindedly.
Wait, isn't this...?
Ji-ah woke up quite late today.
Uncharacteristic for someone who stuck to her routine like clockwork.
Of course, most internet streamers had flipped day-night cycles,
But hers started earlier than most, and weren't excessively long, so she lived pretty regularly.
"Yaaawn... Mom, good morning..."
"Morning? What time is it—you're just getting up?"
"I know... But I was too nervous to sleep."
Heading out to greet her mom,
The sharp scolding that followed was par for the course.
But Ji-ah had her own grievances.
She'd barely slept from nerves last night.
Because today was the release of her first solo original song.
"So, what about food? Want me to make something? Got some soup on."
"Eh, not really hungry for rice... Any bread?"
"Nope. Gotta buy some if you want."
"Hiiing..."
The reliable big sis in the group,
But at home, she was just a whiny daughter deflating at no bread.
Planning a quick toast lunch before stream prep,
She flopped onto the sofa amid the void of longing.
Maybe yummy bread will magically drop from the sky...
"If you want bread that bad, go buy it. Bakery's right there."
"But it's a hassle... Gotta prep for stream soon."
"Ugh, the girls don't see you like this, do they?"
"No way. I manage my image around them."
Her mom treating the members like her own daughters,
Ji-ah shot up, protesting fiercely.
She couldn't show this side to her dongsaengs.
They trusted and followed their big unnie.
She had to seem reliable, at least a bit.
Ding-dong-
"Huh?"
Lounging on the sofa,
The sudden doorbell made Ji-ah puzzled.
Her house rarely had visitors.
The most likely was her dad, but he was away on work till next week.
'Delivery maybe?'
Guessing it might be her online order from yesterday,
She hurried to the intercom to check.
A round-faced girl stood there.
A face she knew well.
"Da, Da-jeong...?!"
Stunned by the unexpected maknae's arrival,
Ji-ah checked her disheveled state in panic.
Why Da-jeong was here unannounced was secondary.
She couldn't just send away the maknae who'd come all this way.
But she couldn't greet her like this.
"M-Mom! Get the door for Da-jeong! I'll change quick and come out!"
"Da-jeong? What's she doing here now?"
"D-Dunno! Please just do it!"
From sloth-like sprawl to sprinting to her room.
She brushed her hair lightly,
Swapped the ratty tee for casual clothes.
[Missed Call - Da-jeong]
"Haa..."
Phone check confirmed it.
Shed called ahead, probably.
But silent mode and crashed out—no way she'd notice.
Click-
"Ah, unnie! Sorry. Did I startle you showing up like this...?"
One last mirror check, then out the room.
Da-jeong stood demurely at the entry.
Her face a tad downcast.
Feeling sorry for barging in unannounced, despite no answer.
"N-No, I slept in late and missed your call... So, what's up?"
"Well, it's nothing big, but..."
Curious about the paper bag in Da-jeong's hand,
She thrust it forward with a bright smile.
"Hehe, I stopped by a bakery nearby, and remembered it's close to your place, so I brought some."
"The... one by Exit 2?"
"Yes, exactly."
Thud-
Oh my god.
Hearing Da-jeong's tale, Ji-ah clutched her forehead in adoration.
Any longer, and that halo would blind her.
Up early, subway to the spot—fine.
But detouring here thinking of unnie?
How to handle this adorable creature.
"Thanks, Da-jeong. She was throwing a fit about no bread for lunch."
"Eh? R-Really?"
"I didn't throw a fit...!"
Her mom's factual reveal,
Ji-ah dove in, separating them, snatching the bag.
"Anyway, thanks so much. I'll enjoy it."
"Hehe, glad it's not a bother. I'll head out then."
"Huh? Already? Have some tea first..."
"No, it's fine. You have a stream soon—don't wanna be a nuisance."
Reluctant to let her go, tea offer,
But Da-jeong, knowing all members' schedules, declined easily.
"Right... Ah!"
Resigned to goodbye, a spark hit—brilliant idea.
"D-Da-jeong. How about streaming from my place today? Simple collab?"
"Eh? Here?"
"Yeah, my solo drops today. We could listen together."
A casual solo song listening party.
No guarantee it'd fly, but
She craved alone time with maknae after so long.
And the proposal...
"Whoa! Y-Yes! I've been dying for your solo...! Wanna hear it together!"
"R-Really?"
Accepted lightning-fast, surprisingly.
Thus, Ji-ah scored a rare collab with Da-jeong.