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Chapter 11 - I will protect him

Sung Ki and Yong In walked around the shopping mall in the city. They looked at some clothes and reccomended some for each other. In short, they spent the day together happily.

"Sis, come here! Look at this dress! It'll look pretty on you!" Yong In came to look at the dress then her eyes bawled out when she saw the price.

"Nah, it's okay. I won't wear it."

"Just try it. If it look good, I'll buy it for you. Hmm..." Sung Ki walked around the store to men section.

"Ha ! Sis, this shirt matched with the dress earlier. How about we both buy it as a sign of our friendship? It's on me... Go now and try it." Sung Ki pushed her into the fitting room and he also got into a fitting room.

They both got out at the same time and looked at each other while smiling.

" You're pretty:) "Sung Ki said.

" You're handsome too..."

" Umm... Mr. and Miss, may I take the picture of both of you for the board of our store?" A worker said while holding a camera.

" Yeah, sure. Why not? "They agreed and they posed for the picture.

" Okay, ready? 1,2,3....click! Okay, done. Wow, the picture turns out good! You both are such a match. "

" Ah, thank you. "Sung Ki said while smiling happily.

" Sis, go and get change now. I'll go make the payment. " Yong In nodded and left into the fitting room. Sung Ki went to the counter.

" Excuse me, I want to pay for both outfits we tried earlier. "

" Ah, yes. Wait a minute."

"One more thing, can I ask for the copies of the picture earlier?"

"Ah, sure. It'll be ready later. By the way, your girlfriend is really pretty and you're handsome too... Such a nice match. I hope for your happiness."

"Umm... Thank you..." Sung Ki caressed his neck.

"Sung Ki!" He looked to her sister and went to her.

"You're done?" He took the dress to the counter and the cashier packed it.

"How about you wait at the cafe downstairs? You seems tired. We can have some coffee after this." Yong In nodded and left.

"Sir, here's your outfits and the picture."

"Yes, thank you." Sung Ki took the shopping bag and nodded then left the store to the cafe downstairs.

"Have you ordered yet?"

"Yeah, latte, right ?"

"As expected, you knew what I like."

"No, I don't remember it. I just ordered what I like." Yong In said and looked around.

"It's because we had the same taste!" Sung Ki glared. Then, Sung Ki's phone rang. He picked it up.

On the phone:

Sung Ki: Yeah, mom? What's wrong?

Mom: Where are you now?

Sung Ki: Mall. Why?

Mom: Come back early and don't eat anything. Have dinner at home instead.

Sung Ki: Okay then. I'm hanging up. Bye.

"Why ?" Yong In asked Sung Ki worriedly.

"Mom, she told me to come home early and have dinner at home. I wonder what's matter... Sis! How about you also come?"

"Me? Why would I? It's your family dinner. What if she have something private to say? It's not appropriate for me to be there."

"It's okay. You're one of my family, too. Besides, there's so many reasons for you to be there like thankful dinner because you helped me with my revision, and the most important thing is, my dad already thought of you as his own daughter and I'm sure he'll be happy if you there. " Sung Ki said with pleading eyes.

" Haih... Okay then. I think we should go now. "

" What about our lattes? "

" Takeout, stupid! " Yong In punched him and he avoided it. They laughed.

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The door opened for them to get in.

" Sung Ki! You're... back...? But, why is she here?" Ms. Lee made a disguised face when she saw Yong In. She just bowed at her.

" I invited her. " Sung Ki pulled her closer to him.

"Whatever. Come, my baby. I invited a special guest today. You must meet her." Ms. Lee separated her son from Yong In and dragged him inside. Yong In just followed them at the back.

"Yu In, he's here." Ms. Lee smiled widely.

"Hi, Sung Ki. It's been a long time, right? Oh, Yong In is here, too?" She nodded.

"Yong In, my precious... Why you always come without telling me?! I can prepare something special for you..." Mr. Lee came and held her shoulder while dragging her to the couch.

"I'm sorry, uncle. I..."

"I invited her, dad. We're shopping earlier and then mom called to have dinner at home so I brought her along since you will be super happy." Sung Ki said while walking towards his father and sister.

"You knew me, Sung Ki. Well, I heard about it, Yong In. He improved so much with your help. So, tonight, have a dinner with us."

"Thank you, uncle."

"Guys, the food will be cold soon. Let's eat now!" Ms. Lee said annoyingly and Yu In followed her while linking their arms.

"Ignore them. I've had enough of them today. Luckily, my Yong In came. It made me feel better." Yong In just smiled.

"But, dad. Why is she here?"

"Ask your mom. I don't know what they talked about all day. Let's go or she will shout again." Three of them walked to the dining room.

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After eating, Yong In took an air outside since Sung Ki was talking with his parents.

"Aren't you curious why I'm here?" Yu In stood beside her.

"It's not my business."

"Oh, really? I thought Sung Ki is precious to you but seeing you like this, I don't think he's so important to you..."

"What do you mean? Why Sung Ki is involved?"

"I've said I want him too. No matter what method I need to use, I'll make sure I got him."

"It's obvious that he doesn't like you. Why are you still make a fool of yourself chasing after him?"

"Maybe now he don't but I'll make him mine. Well, look around you. Big house, large yard, many cars not to mention the driver and maid. How happy it is to live such a life. I'm sure many women out there would do the same thing to get to live this life."

"So, you're after his wealth. Listen, Yu In! I won't let you do so! It's a warning!" Yong In pointed a finger at her. She took all her things and was about to leave but Yu In stopped her.

"Good, Yong In. That's what I want. Yeah, I'm after his wealth and also I wanted to take something precious from you. Seeing you being furious like this make this game more fun. I'm looking forward to it!" Yu In chuckled and went inside. Yong In left the house while stomping her feet angrily.

Yong In walked around the park near her house. Her mind was not there with his body. Yu In's words kept dancing in her mind. Suddenly, her phone rang.

Video call:

Jina: Hi, Yong In !

Yong In: Hey, Jina...

Jina: Wait, what's wrong with you? Where are you now? It's late and you're not home yet?

Yong In: I'm clearing my mind outside.

Jina: What's the matter? Tell me.

Yong In: I just got back from Sung Ki's house. My classmate was there too. She never like me and since she knew about our relationship, she told me she wanted to be friend with him too but Sung Ki rejected her. I don't really know what happened that day but today, she said she's after his wealth! Like what?! Argh, it made me frustrated!

Jina: Wealth ? Is he that rich?

Yong In: You can't imagine it. Actually, I didn't know that he's really rich at first. I get to know it when his father met me and then I learned about his family business.

Jina: So, he really cherish you since he didn't tell you about that. Maybe he's afraid you'll after his wealth too...

Yong In:That's not the point here! And I'm not that kind of girl. I'm sincere with him but what made me furious right now is that girl! I don't care if any girl wanted to chase him but if she had some bad intention, I'll never allow it! I don't want to see him hurt.

Jina: I know he's really important to you and I also know you wanted to protect him like your own little brother. But, Yong In... Have you ever thought the real feelings you have for him?

Yong In: Jina... No matter what feelings I have for him, I don't wanna know about it yet. I'm not ready for any relationship.

Jina: I understand that. No matter what, I'm here for you so don't worry.

Yong In: Thanks, Jina. Well, I think I felt better after talking with you. I'm going home now so talk to you later, okay?

Jina: Yeah, bye...

She hung up then she saw that she got a lot of messages from Sung Ki.

'Sis? I heard you went home already. Did you arrive safely?'

'Sung Ki, sorry that I left without telling you. Don't worry. I'm safe at home now.'

Yong In walked home.