My soon to be dad was driving us to his place and I was nervous. Maybe because I was introverted and scared of meeting new people or because I didn't know what to expect. All I knew was that it should be better than my previous life.
"Seoyul...we just stay here for the time being. My son, Hanyeol who's around your age might be a pain but every other person is nice"
"I'm sure I can bear a little pain, uncle" I replied letting out a light chuckle. I was serious though.
In about 10 minutes we arrived in front of the house where we were welcomed by a middle aged lady and her daughter who seemed to be a little older than me.
"You're welcome, Miran" The lady greeted my mom with a smile and they both shared a hug.
"Oh hi, Sujin. Daesik told me all about you. Thanks for having us"
Uncle Daesik excused himself to answer a call from work leaving us with Miss Sujin and her daughter.
"Jung Saebyeol! Spend less time staring at them and help bring in their luggage" Aunt Sujin scolded while Saebyeol groaned but still did as she was told.
Uncle Daesik was still on his call and he signaled us to get inside while he catches up later.
As I was about to step in, mom called me back. "Yul ... I really want you to be a good boy. It's temporary but be on your best behavior"
"Of course, Mom" I responded and we went inside. The house was beautiful but honestly it was not surprising since my own father was wealthy and my mom owns her own fashion company.
Aunt Sujin helped my mom unpack and Saebyeol showed me to Hanyeol's room which we were supposed to share until my room was decorated to Aunt Sujin's taste.
I didn't unpack. I tried to avoid trouble with Hanyeol because well his own dad said he was a pain. One I didn't understand yet.
I took my time to look around the room and I really loved the design of the room. Like it was giving total 'I'm the hidden nice guy' vibe.
Soon I was called down for dinner and Hanyeol still wasn't there. What's a 17 year old still doing out by 9pm? Alright, he can stay out but I never stayed out longer than 6PM.
Bad boy indeed. I'm liking it.
Suddenly a drop dead handsome boy entered. He looks so good, I'm intimidated. "So this is your important announcement? My mom's replacement and...my replacement too. Buy one get one free. Cool" I can't replace this kind of person who totally reeks of cigarettes and I take back my compliment. Rude Ă sshĂłle.
"Enough Lee Hanyeol!!!" Uncle Daesik screamed glaring at his son. He really was right about him. A pain I can't handle.
"C'mon Yeol....Be angry all you want but eat a little at least" Aunt Sujin tried to clear the air but I feel like it didn't work.
Yeol took his seat and started eating. It was silent and totally awkward. I felt scared of the aura Hanyeol was giving but he was so handsome and totally a living anime boy. There I go again complimenting him.
"Uhm Yeol..." Uncle Daesik broke the silence. "...let your brother stay in your room. It's only temporary"
"He's not my brother and he won't be sleeping in my room"
"Hyung it's okay I'll sleep on the couch" I think he should be a bit calm now.
"Like I care... and I'm not your brother.. Idiot " His aura scares the living daylight out of me. I should use his face for a villain in my webtoon.
Later that night I decided to go back to the room and get my stuff since I'm not going to be sleeping in the room even if I love the room's decor. I knocked on the door but got no response so I just opened the door only to find Hanyeol smoking cigarettes.
The smoke made me start coughing and calling the attention of Hanyeol to me. He immediately put the cigarette out and for a minute I swear I saw worry in his eyes.
You don't want to know how many times I cursed myself internally while smiling nervously. How does a person look scary and nice at the same time?
All of a sudden he picked up a pillow and a duvet,threw them at me and pulled me out of the room. I thought that was it but I suddenly came back to reality when he pulled me outside to the garden and locked the door. 'At least I got a duvet' I kept telling myself but who am I kidding, it's turning north pole out here.
I felt cold,angry and curious at the same time. This was simply because I was outside, I hated the fact that Hanyeol hated me and I still wanted to know about it. I seriously might be dumb.
It was around 1am, I dozed off on the porch and then I noticed someone carrying me and laying me on the couch to sleep. I decided to take a jiffy peep and to my greatest shock,it was Hanyeol. "I'm sorry..." Yup it's confirmed, it's him.
I wasn't wrong about his hidden good heart.
The next day was a Saturday and uncle Daesik had told me that I resume school on Monday. I was marveled at the news but it's not every day I get a fatherly gift.
The weekend went pretty well, I helped clean the house, cook, wash the dishes and went grocery shopping with mom and aunt Sujin. Oh yes I drew a chapter of my webtoon.
Although I said my weekend was pretty nice, something strange happened. While I was cleaning, I got to a locked room which turned out to be Hanyeol's mother's room. I decided to ask for the key and Saebyeol gave it to me.
I didn't know the real reason Hanyeol's mother died but I don't think it's a good cause. Judging by the way the room reeks of thiamine, looks like it was sickness.
I was halfway through with the cleaning when Hanyeol barged inside the room and pulled me outside. "You're not to enter this room. Ever! Okay?"
"Yes hyung"
"I'm not your damn brother. Quit calling me hyung" He remanded.
"Yes hyung...." It's really stuck in my head right now. Help!
"Get out!"
I'm pretty sure I ran out faster than kid flash could ever do. I decided to relax on the couch to think a little and weirdly I can't seem to hate Hanyeol. He's hot and nice despite the fact that he hates me.
"Earth to Seoyul..." Mom snapped her fingers in front of my face bringing me out of my thoughts of Hanyeol being hot!? Damn!Why would I even think that? "Seoyul ah..."
"Oh mom...."
"Tch....what's my Yul thinking about?" Mom asked smiling. I was thinking about my handsome and rude new sibling.
"Nothing mom...you were calling me"
"Oh here's your uniform.....uhm I gotta go out" Mom gave me my uniform and left.
I stared at the uniform in my hands, smiling. Why am I smiling at just a school uniform when everyone hates school? Maybe it's because I never enjoyed school before.
No! I shouldn't get sad or think about the past. It's gone now and I only see nice things coming in the future. Gosh! I'm good with motivational stuff.
"Hey"I heard a voice behind me so I turned around to reply. "Hello noona"
"Alright..." She sat close to me on the sofa "... can I talk about Hanyeol with you?" Saebyeol said, her voice barely a whisper.
"Okay...if you want to" I replied smiling and we spent all our time badmouthing Hanyeol.
Life really only gets better from here.