Chapter 137: Similarities

Jeong-Ho's voice was calm and mellow. It sounded more like a fragile whisper. But in spite of its softness, there was a hint of determination in the man's tone, which gave his voice a stronger feel.

"It's true that I agreed to come on this date. However, at the moment, work and other private matters are keeping me too busy to even think of having a relationship. I hope you understand."

At that moment, Su-Jin finally realized something. 

The reason why she felt so comfortable around Jeong-Ho was because they were similar. Just like her, Jeong-Ho had also been unwilling to take part in a blind date. In truth, he wasn't randomly looking for a girlfriend, much less hooking up with a person he just met. Moreover, he seemed quite troubled by the mere idea of a second date. 

Suddenly, the notion that she didn't have to reject this person made Su-Jin feel light-hearted. A heavy burden disappeared from her shoulders and she finally breathed with ease. 

After being hit by such an unexpected feeling of relief, Su-Jin quickly switched to a different sentiment. She began teasing the young man. 

"Hm, should I really believe you? After all, I've been told that you are looking for a girlfriend. Could it be that you don't like me and are making an excuse to reject me in a kinder way?" 

Jeong-Ho was greatly startled by this. As he tried to explain himself, he looked flustered to the point that Su-Jin began feeling guilty for her childish taunt.

"What?! H-How can that be? I… I never said anything about wanting a girlfriend. W-who could…" 

"Calm down. I'm just messing with you." Su-Jin chuckled, patting the man's shoulder. She glanced up at him, hardly refraining from laughing. "Though it is true that I've been told that. Mi-Suk mentioned it before we came today, that Do-Yeong told her he has a friend who is looking for a girlfriend. Hence, why they decided on a double date." 

Hearing this, Jeong-Ho's eyes widened until they nearly popped out of their sockets. 

"I never said that." he shook his head vigorously. He bit his lower lip, looking mortified. "It must have been a misunderstanding." 

"Perhaps." Su-Jin nodded, taking a step back. "Or maybe he simply wanted to give you the chance to go on a date, even though you never specifically asked him for it."

Jeong-Ho didn't answer. He looked down and continued to walk along the alley in silence. Su-Jin didn't bother him, allowing the man to mull over her words. 

Soon afterwards, they caught up with Mi-Suk and Do-Yeon. Once they regrouped, the two men escorted Su-Jin and Mi-Suk to the cab station. 

"This was really fun. I hope we will be able to do this again soon." Mi-Suk said, smiling at Do-Yeong enthusiastically. 

"Indeed it was. And we will  most definitely do so." he said pointedly.

"It was really nice meeting you, Miss Park." Jeong-Ho addressed Su-Jin. He smiled and stretched his hand. "Maybe we will meet again sometime."

"As long as there's a chance, I wouldn't mind for that to happen. It's true that I had a lot of fun tonight." Su-Jin clasped her fingers around Jeong-Ho's palm.

After the two shook hands, Do-Yeong hailed for an approaching cab. When the car pulled over, Do-Yeong proceeded to open the back door, helping Su-Jin and Mi-Suk to get in. 

Mi-Suk was the last to enter the car. Right before she slipped inside, Do-Yeong grabbed her hand, squeezing her fingers lightly. He leaned closer and whispered next to her ear.

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"Have a safe drive home. Send me a message when you arrive or else I'll be worried."

"Mn, will do so. You too, take care on your way back." Mi-Suk replied quietly, then added in a soft whisper. "I'll talk to you on the phone." 

Luckily, it was too dark, or else everyone would have probably seen her face looking beet red. 

After saying what he had to say, Do-Yeong released Mi-Suk's hand and stepped back. But before the driver could depart, he quickly took a picture of the car's number.

'Just in case something happens.' He told himself.

Jeong-Ho saw all this but remained quiet. He moved his line of sight from his friend to the pavement. There was no way for him to call out his friend for being overprotective. 

The two men waited until the cab drove off before catching a ride as well.

With that, the date was concluded. 

Different people had different feelings about the event. 

While it is quite uncertain what the others thought, Su-Jin felt satisfied with how this date went. She was especially pleased with the idea that she had met someone nice, with whom she could talk without pretense.

The fact that both she and Jeong-Ho weren't looking for a partner meant that they could interact without much pressure. 

Also, remembering how well Jeong-Ho treated her, as well as his flustered attitude when she teased him, made Su-Jin think that she wouldn't mind befriending him further.

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Next day at work Su-Jin walked into the office looking like a ball of sunshine. Her face exuded a certain radiance and her eyes were sparkling. Based on this refreshing appearance alone it was obvious that she was in a great mood. 

She also looked as though she had a good night's sleep. The dark circles under her eyes were gone and her skin appeared to be smoother.

The moment Su-Jin sat at her desk, she was met with two pairs of curious eyes. 

Yeon-Ah and Seo-Jun were looking over some papers but, as soon as they saw Su-Jin, they immediately forgot about work.

"How was the date?" Seo-Jun asked.

"Did you have fun yesterday?" Yeon-Ah inquired almost at the same time.

The two froze and turned their heads to look at each other. They made eye contact for a split second, before they both whipped their heads around, avoiding each other's sight.

Sitting right across from them, Su-Jin blinked and remained silent, thinking which question to answer first.

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