Yun Rea's apartment was large with modern furniture. Her father was a wealthy man and a well-known businessman. After her mother died, he buried himself in work, barely spending time at home. Poor Yun Rea was left alone in her sorrow and that is why she called me to come here. We knew each other for many years. Her mom was born in the same town as my mom and they were good friends. When we were little, her parents were often coming to my town, so that is how we met. We spend so many summers together and those were my best memories. She was the only person who I loved sincerely and who loved me. Her parents treated me equally to her and that meant a lot to me. Known as towns bastard, poor, stupid girl, their kindness was like medicine on my wounded soul.
It's been two years since her mom got sick and eventually died. I didn't saw Yun Rea for all that time, but we talked often on the phone. I always tried to cheer her up and give her some will to live. When she called me the other night, crying and begging me to come, I didn't think twice.
But then I got sick and ended up in a hospital. My thoughts were always on that boy in black and that kiss that he gave me secretly thinking that I was sleeping.
Why he did that? Why he took care of me? I was just some stranger on that train and I could've even died if it wasn't for him! The doctor told me that I had meningitis and the person who brought me to the hospital saved my life.
Entering this big apartment I thought about him and my life in general. I didn't have much happiness, but people say that everything happens for a reason. Yun Rea entered behind me and toss her car keys on the small table by the door.
- Welcome to my home dear HyeMin! - She was smiling brightly while she was hugging me. I hugged her back
- I'm sorry for the all trouble I've caused you.- She shook her head
- Don't say that, you know how much I love you and how worried I was that night when you didn't show up.-
I lowered my eyes- It was stupid of me to go on a trip when was raining like that... Everything it's my fault....- She covered my lips with her hand
- Let's not talk about that anymore. Now you are here with me and I'm so happy! Finally, I have someone to talk to and to keep me company.- I frowned
- What about your friends Melany and SuaMin? - She rolled her eyes
- They are not my friends, we just spend some time in the club and that's it! Our talk is never sincere and it's mostly based on fashion or some irrelevant stuff.
While she was talking, she held my hand and led me to my new room which I liked immediately. How could I not ?! It was so beautiful, mostly white and light blue, which were my favorite colors. And to tell you the truth I never had my own room so this was epic.
I put my little bag on the chair looking around. YunRea opened one door
- Here is your wardrobe you can put your clothes there... I looked into my small bag
- I don't have many clothes.. - She smiled
- Don't worry about that tomorrow we will go shopping! - I blushed
- I don't have much money... - She hugged me again
- You don't need money, I want to treat you for finally coming here and I won't take "No" for an answer!
A little smile appeared on my face
- I don't want to be a burden to you. I will find a job soon and then I can buy some clothes.- She slapped my arm
- Ah be quiet! I told you that I want to give you something don't push my love away or I will be sad.- Finally, I smiled widely
- Ok friend, I will do as you say but just these ones! - She took my both hands jumping
- I'm happy that you came! I want to scream! I missed you all this time and now I'm not letting you go!
We talked for a while, trying to catch up on all things that happened to us while we were apart. Then she went on her piano lessons and I decided to take a long bath. I was alone in the apartment for the first time but I wasn't scared. That was a new experience for me. I walked around admiring how beautiful everything was. A poor girl like me never saw luxury. Most of all I liked the view from the big windows. I was able to see Han river glowing in the dark, with all bridges and night lights around here. Somewhere in the distance I saw small fireworks, it brought a smile to my face and I made a wish to stay in this town and to find my black savior.
With those thoughts I went to the bathroom, big bathtub looked so tempting. Adjusting hot water and adding some essential oils I laid down closing my eyes. My body was relaxed for the first time and I think I fell asleep because when somebody rang on the door I jumped while my heart was pounding like crazy. I took a bathrobe wrapping myself and holding the towel on my head. Running in a hurry barefoot leaving wet traces on the floor because doorbell was ringing like crazy- I'm coming! I'm coming geezz !!!
Opening the door I took one step back looking in surprise at the person who was standing outside. It was a tall handsome guy with dyed blond hair and blue eye contacts. His eyes widened seeing me instead of Yun Rea. So I could say we both were kinda shocked. He frowned
- Who are you? Where is Yun Rea? Is she not yet come back from her class? He stepped inside brushing his shoulder against mine pushing me on the side and go right into the living room to sit on the couch crossing his long legs.
I closed the door still confused and followed him. He saw my persistent stare
- What?- he raised his eyebrows- I'm going to wait for Yun Rea here but you can go and finish whatever you were doing... - He eyed me from head to toes and I felt uncomfortable, pulling sides of my bathrobe against my neck. He smiled slyly
-You didn't answer my question: Who are you?
- I'm Yun Rea's friend Hye Min but I can ask you the same.- He stood up and came closer eyeing me cheeky
- Jun.- His eyes looked scary to me, maybe it was because of blue contacts, maybe was his attitude but I felt strange around him. I took a step back but he followed me until I hit the wall behind me. My heart pounded so fast and I never felt so scared and confused in my life. I was there alone with an unknown boy wearing only a bathrobe. He put a hand on the wall above my head and lowered his head
- Are you scared of me?- I looked at him with wide-opened eyes
- I... I don't know you... and we are here alone... - He laughed
- I wouldn't touch you not in a million years. You are so ugly and significant to me!
He only said what everybody was saying to me my whole life and I get used to that, but somehow his words hurt me more. I lowered my eyes not being able to look him in the eyes any longer. Like he felt all that, he moved away
- Go put some clothes on you can catch a cold again.
I ran into my room closing the door and laid my back on it. Caught my reflection in the mirror looking like some scared little lamb who just ran from the big bad wolf. That made me angry
- Why am I acting like that, he is just a boy, not a monster or something! - Took a few deep breaths and put some clothes on me. When I get out of the room I found him looking at CD-s and soon I hear some familiar melody. It was Michael Jackson's song "In the closet" and he looked right into me humming the song words. I went to the kitchen and made some tea. Needed to do something to calm my nerves. Why am I feeling so uneasy now? It was all perfectly fine until Jun came... I stopped in half of my way to the living room, realizing that it all started the moment I saw him. He came closer and took one of the cups I was holding
- Tnx kiddo! - He sat back on the couch looking at me
- Aren't you going to sit?- I rolled my eyes
- No I prefer flying while I drink my tea. Jun raised his brows
- I sense sarcasm here... so you are ugly and rude?! What a combination!
- Look, I don't know you and you don't know me but at least I was polite to you and you keep talking and acting so rude to me! - I snapped annoyed by his voice tone and his mean words. Back in my town I never said a word to those who talked bad things about me, but here, in front of this unknown boy, I felt an urge to defend myself
- What he thinks he is? Perfect God-given person?! A diva?! He is just some spoiled big city brat who doesn't have clue about hardships in life. He probably grew up with a silver spoon in his hand.
Jun put his cup away on the table in front of him and took his phone calling somebody.
- Hey Yun Rea where are you ?! - She said something and he smiled. It was the first time I saw him smiling and I must admit he looked very attractive like that.
While he was talking I had the time to look at him more carefully and so far I didn't dare to do so. First of all, I notice his clothes. He had black pants, a white t-shirt with a jacket above. His long legs were crossed while he laid on the couch. I liked his hands too with long fingers. My look traveled upwards all the way to his soft lips, then the nose, then eyes... just to meet his look right at me. I quickly looked away blushing caught looking at him like that.
- Yes, I met her - his voice becomes a little louder when he said that
- We are drinking tea but you better hurry because your ugly friend started to change colors in front of me.- He laughed out loud looking at me while I frowned and stood up wanting to go to my room. He grabbed my hand
- It's not polite leaving visitors alone. Your parents didn't teach you manners?
The anger started to grow inside of me again
- Let go of my hand! I don't have obligation to you! You are the one who is rude and without manners and that is why I don't want to be near you!- He let go of my hand and the smile on his face froze, but I didn't pay attention to that and I went into my room closing the door loudly.
After a few minutes, I heard Yun Rea's voice. They were laughing together. She came knocking on my door
- Hye Min are you ok?
- Yes, I just want to sleep- I said and laid on my bed
- Ah ok then I will leave you. Sleep well!
- Thank you .. see you tomorrow !- I answered closing my eyes.
This day was nice after all, even tho I met this rude guy he didn't succeed to ruin my mood. Finally, I had peace in my life. No more drunk mother and her harsh words, no more people who make fun of me, no more classmates who never stop teasing me... This will be my new start, my new chance in life. With those thoughts, I fell asleep and a smile was on my face...
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