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EMP Chapter 6
by mimiThe morning sunlight felt like it was burning his eyes. Even with his eyes closed, Kwon Jiwook could feel that his vision was filled with crimson, so he opened his eyes.
“…….”
…He opened them, but before even a second had passed, he closed them again. Ah, shit, my eyes hurt… He muttered in a hoarse voice, and someone next to him stealthily placed their hand above Kwon Jiwook’s eyebrows to provide shade. His vision turned into a cool blue color. As his eyes felt more comfortable, the furrow in Kwon Jiwook’s brow smoothed out. With the disturbance to his sleep gone, his breathing began to even out again.
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But who is it? Who’s next to me?
As soon as that thought crossed his mind, Kwon Jiwook opened his eyes wide. The first thing he saw was someone’s palm. Following the arm extended from the palm, he slightly turned his head to see Park Juyeon lying on his side, chin propped up, staring down at Kwon Jiwook.
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“What the hell, man.”
“It’s Park Juyeon.”
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“…….”
He must have been moved to the bed at some point. Kwon Jiwook, looking up at Park Juyeon with a rotten fish-like stare, brushed away his hand and pulled the rustling blanket up to his head, turning his back to him. Instead of withdrawing his dismissed hand, Park Juyeon placed it firmly on Kwon Jiwook’s waist, embracing him.
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“Ah, come on. Don’t bother me. Let me sleep.”
“You’ve been sleeping for almost twelve hours.”
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“Realistically, after all I’ve been through, not letting me sleep more than twelve hours is inhumane…….”
Kwon Jiwook grumbled in a clearly annoyed tone. He was so sleepy he felt like he was going crazy, and Park Juyeon kept touching him, making him irritated. Moreover, he felt an instinctive aversion to having slept next to him all night. Park Juyeon chuckled, trying to hold back his laughter. To Park Juyeon, it was hilarious that someone lacking common sense was talking about it.
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“Still, wake up. We need to talk.”
“Later.”
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“I have to go out soon.”
Sunbae. Sunbae. Even as Park Juyeon shook him, Kwon Jiwook remained turned away. Park Juyeon properly embraced Kwon Jiwook. He even brushed his lips against the nape of his neck. When there was still no reaction, he gently nibbled on the soft skin. Kwon Jiwook groaned at the unfamiliar ticklish sensation. He wondered why this guy was bothering him since morning, but the drowsiness was overwhelming, and he couldn’t move his body.
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“Then, let’s do it later…….”
“Even if it’s about the photos?”
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“…….”
Kwon Jiwook slowly opened his eyes, which he had kept closed until now. He had forgotten the main point. Come to think of it, Park Juyeon had brought up the photos when he put him in the car and before they ate yesterday. Kwon Jiwook relaxed his shoulders, which had tensed up from the persistent stimulation, and lay down properly. Then he looked Park Juyeon in the eye and asked,
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“Are you going to delete them?”
His voice was tinged with subtle expectation. Park Juyeon, who had been lying on his side, propped his chin up again.
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“What are you talking about? I haven’t done anything yet, so why would I delete them?”
“……You haven’t done anything?”
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Kwon Jiwook should have been the one surprised, but Park Juyeon looked dumbfounded instead. He genuinely seemed to think he hadn’t done anything. Kwon Jiwook suppressed his rising anger and continued speaking in a voice that barely came out, his cracked vocals adding to the ferocity.
“Then what the hell have you been doing all this time? Why can’t I go to my own house and I’m stuck here like this, you bastard? When are you going to stop using those damn, shitty photos?!”
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From the “shitty” part onwards, Kwon Jiwook couldn’t hold back his anger and raised his voice. Park Juyeon paused for a moment, thinking, then went “Aha.” It seemed like Kwon Jiwook was misunderstanding something. Park Juyeon patted Kwon Jiwook’s body soothingly, as he was breathing heavily and panting.
“You should speak properly. Yesterday and the day before, I didn’t use the photos as an excuse. I just taught you a lesson because you didn’t seem to understand your place. ……Though it seems to have had no effect.”
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“Phew…….”
“Calm down and listen.”
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“…….”
Hmm. It seemed the lesson hadn’t been entirely ineffective. Normally, Kwon Jiwook would have shouted, “Calm down?!” and thrown a punch, but instead, he just bit his lip without pushing away Park Juyeon’s hand. This was unexpected. Park Juyeon smiled satisfactorily and opened his mouth.
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“You’re going to make a bet with me.”
As soon as he finished speaking, Kwon Jiwook sat up straight. His body must have been quite sore, but his physical strength was impressive. Kwon Jiwook looked down at Park Juyeon with a face full of anxiety. Park Juyeon, still resting his chin on his hand, looked up at Kwon Jiwook languidly.
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“The deadline is until the end of the semester. So… about 3 months left.”
“What kind of bet?”
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Kwon Jiwook bit his lip nervously. Still half-asleep, he was worried about agreeing to some strange bet without realizing it, so he tried to focus. Park Juyeon, whether he knew Kwon Jiwook’s thoughts or not, took his hand off his chin and sat up. Their eyes were now level.
“Until then, behave yourself, do everything I tell you, and do everything I ask. If you listen well, I’ll keep my mouth shut and delete the photos.”
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“What am I supposed to trust?”
“Sunbae, you’re not in a position to trust anything, are you?”
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“…….”
When Park Juyeon finished speaking, silence fell. The smile faded from his face. The gentle and soft face that suited the morning sunlight disappeared, leaving only coldness. Kwon Jiwook watched this transformation without moving. After staring into Park Juyeon’s dark eyes for a while, Kwon Jiwook’s gaze fell to his lips. At that moment, Park Juyeon spoke again.
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“If the three months pass quietly, our relationship ends there. I’m not the kind of person who would pretend to delete them, so the photos will disappear from this world that day. By then, I will have enjoyed Sunbae as much as I want.”
“Shut up and say only what’s necessary.”
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Park Juyeon reached out his hand. Kwon Jiwook instinctively tensed. Ignoring his reaction, Park Juyeon gently fixed Kwon Jiwook’s bedhead. Then he poked at Kwon Jiwook’s swollen eyes and cheeks.
“But if you try any funny business before then, the photos will be spread everywhere.”
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“…….”
“Won’t just the photos be spread? After that, you’ll have to keep moaning without a moment’s rest. Even your body will be sold.”
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The sarcastic tone pricked at Kwon Jiwook’s chest. For some reason, he felt an eerie sense of déjà vu. It was as if someone had suddenly poured cold water over his heart, which had been burning with anger until just a moment ago.
It was probably because Park Juyeon’s face, pretending to be kind and stroking him, was hard and stiff, as if angry. But why was he angry?
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Shouldn’t he be the one who’s angry? Unable to express his feelings, Kwon Jiwook just moved his lips without responding. Kwon Jiwook looked down at the blanket without any particular reaction. Hmm. Park Juyeon let out a small sigh and reached for the two phones on the bedside table.
“Why is your reaction so lukewarm? Do you think that since you’ve already gone all the way with me, it doesn’t matter if the photos are leaked or not?”
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No, that won’t do. Park Juyeon took Kwon Jiwook’s unresponsive hand and unlocked the phone with his fingerprint. Even then, Kwon Jiwook just sat there thinking about something. He clenched his fist as if trying to hide his body belatedly. But Park Juyeon ignored him and fiddled with the phones by himself.
“What are you doing?”
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“For the next three months, I’ll keep taking photos and videos. Recording what we did each day will be quite enjoyable.”
“What?!”
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“Now, let’s see… Here’s yesterday’s.”
A notification sounded. It was a text message. Park Juyeon showed Kwon Jiwook his phone screen. Kwon Jiwook stared at the screen for a moment before closing his eyes tightly. This bastard really…
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“Did you see it?”
“…….”
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“Don’t worry. As long as Sunbae doesn’t get any strange ideas, I’ll be the only one who sees them.”
“I asked you to delete the photos, so why are you taking more?”
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“What’s the problem? This isn’t enough to do anything with… Well, maybe everyone would drool over your body, but as you can see, your face is too much of a mess.”
What had been sent to Kwon Jiwook’s phone was, as expected, a photo of him from the night before, asleep with his legs spread wide open. Fortunately, there were no bodily fluids between his legs; they looked clean. Instead, the most disturbing part of the photo was his face, which looked like it had been thoroughly beaten.
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Looking at it made him wonder how someone could be beaten so badly. He had been hit before, but he always gave as good as he got, or even worse. He had never been beaten so one-sidedly. Yet the man in front of him had easily escaped his grasp. He had been powerless.
Kwon Jiwook slowly opened his eyes. Unlike his bruised face, the smooth, soft, and still youthful white face filled his vision. As he contemplated the difference, the pain in his bruised cheekbones and eyebrows intensified. Kwon Jiwook clenched his fist.
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No matter how gently Park Juyeon touched his body, smiled and fed him, applied medicine, bathed him, and put him to sleep, he was still a bastard. That fact hadn’t changed.
Kwon Jiwook barely realized this. And he regretted having vaguely thought that it might be okay to be captivated by the pleasure of the act and the comfort of the space, forgetting why he had this experience and why he had come to this place, and having weak thoughts.
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He started to feel a bit of defiance. Kwon Jiwook became aware of his tightly clenched fist. Someday, wouldn’t he be able to leave the same scars on that smooth face? Because he had… never lost to anyone else before. Giving up after just one defeat would be a betrayal of the life he had lived so far.
Seeing the spark in Kwon Jiwook’s previously listless eyes, Park Juyeon’s lips curled slightly. It was an almost imperceptible smile. A bet is only meaningful if both parties are serious. In that sense, Kwon Jiwook’s reaction was quite pleasing. Park Juyeon fiddled with Kwon Jiwook’s phone and said,
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“Today is the first day of the bet, so I won’t do anything.”
“Wow, thanks a lot.”
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“……Hmm.”
Park Juyeon pondered for a moment with Kwon Jiwook’s phone in hand. After a few taps, he tossed it to him. Kwon Jiwook easily caught the phone. What the hell did he do? Kwon Jiwook looked to see what he had touched and soon found it. Park Juyeon’s number was saved in his contacts.
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「Juyeon♡」
This little shit is already losing his mind… Kwon Jiwook immediately changed the name. He couldn’t believe Park Juyeon had agonized over writing just these four letters. In fact, Park Juyeon didn’t seem to care about the changed name and continued speaking, as if Kwon Jiwook’s assumption that he had agonized over it was a misunderstanding.
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“But from now on, when I contact you, you have to come right away. I won’t spread the photos if you’re one minute late, but being late won’t be good for you, Sunbae. Keep that in mind.”
“……Fine. Do whatever you want. Are you done talking?”
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“Yes.”
The conversation that had dragged on for days finally came to an end. Kwon Jiwook decided to worry about what would happen next, later. It seemed like nothing would happen today, as Park Juyeon said. Park Juyeon didn’t seem like he was going to ask him to do anything right away. He was stretching lazily.
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His long arms reached up into the air. After a leisurely yawn, Park Juyeon let out a small laugh. He seemed to be looking forward to what would happen next.
“Now, let’s wash up and have breakfast together.”
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“…….”
His face was as carefree as if he had forgotten their previous conversation. Kwon Jiwook felt a strange unease. Had he done something wrong? He thought maybe he should have just attacked him without agreeing to such a ridiculous bet, but…
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“……What’s for breakfast?”
“I was thinking of just making some toast. Do you hate it?”
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“No. Whatever.”
He had no choice. ……Yes. It was better than being exposed to everyone. Kwon Jiwook got up from his seat, steadied his swaying body, and headed to the bathroom. He hoped the remaining time would pass quickly.
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* * *
The harsh sunlight Kwon Jiwook thought was morning was actually midday. He hadn’t been able to check his phone or look at a clock, so his sense of time was a bit hazy. Kwon Jiwook belatedly sat down at the table, nibbled on his toast, and checked his phone.
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“I told you not to use your phone while eating.”
“So what?”
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His sharp gaze, with bruises, wasn’t cute at all, but Park Juyeon found his reaction quite adorable. He would flip out if he knew.
Tap, tap. Kwon Jiwook’s light touch naturally tapped the screen of the phone placed on the table. After a quick check, his finger pressed the lock button, and his hand disappeared under the table. There were no significant notifications.
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“…….”
Well, actually, there was one. Perhaps worried about Kwon Jiwook, who had caused a scene at the club room and hadn’t been in contact since (though he didn’t really think that was the case), or perhaps curious about news of Park Juyeon, there was a message from Kim Suhyeok.
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「What are you doing?」
The moment Kwon Jiwook saw the message, he instinctively glanced at Park Juyeon and locked his phone without replying. Only then did he regret it. Why am I caring about what this guy thinks? Despite his heightened sensitivity, Park Juyeon remained calm, showing no interest in what Kwon Jiwook was doing.
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Ah, it’s annoying. So fucking annoying. Kwon Jiwook consciously relaxed his furrowing brow.
“Is it not good? You look very unhappy.”
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“It’s not because of this.”
“…….”
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Park Juyeon’s expression became vague. Kwon Jiwook thought he looked like an innocent child, with breadcrumbs stuck to the corner of his mouth, staring blankly at him. He looked so young, uncomfortably so. The youthful Park Juyeon put the toast down on the plate and smacked his lips.
“Then what is it?”
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“There’s just… stuff.”
“I don’t like it when you keep dodging. It’s only cute a couple of times.”
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Park Juyeon said in a mischievous tone. His smiling face didn’t change, so it didn’t seem like he was upset. Or maybe he noticed Kwon Jiwook hurriedly hiding the message. Either way, it wasn’t pleasing to Kwon Jiwook. He preferred Park Juyeon being upset and showing it.
“Seriously, it’s nothing. Why are you like this?”
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“If it’s nothing, you can tell me.”
“No, uh….”
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He had to correct his earlier thought that Park Juyeon didn’t seem upset. It turned out Park Juyeon was hiding his discomfort behind a smile. Kwon Jiwook started to wonder about Park Juyeon’s persistent questioning. He wanted to ask, “What are you going to do if I contact him?” but his situation made it difficult to speak up.
Seeing Park Juyeon upset or uncomfortable gave Kwon Jiwook a sense of satisfaction. But that was all. Imagining what Park Juyeon might do to him next made his chest heavy. He had already learned what Park Juyeon could do when he was upset.
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If he could freely make Park Juyeon miserable without consequences, it would be immensely satisfying. Kwon Jiwook sighed. But that wasn’t the case now. Not yet… Not as long as those photos existed…
Kwon Jiwook met Park Juyeon’s gaze and then looked down, covering his mouth with one hand. The more he hesitated to answer, the more Park Juyeon’s smile faded. What are you hiding so desperately? Park Juyeon seemed to say, with only the corner of his mouth raised. Kwon Jiwook swallowed his curse and responded reluctantly.
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“It’s Kim Suhyeok. He contacted me.”
“Oh, I see.”
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Park Juyeon didn’t seem particularly surprised. It was as if he had already suspected and was simply confirming it through Kwon Jiwook’s words. This made it even more puzzling. Why did Park Juyeon dislike Kim Suhyeok’s contact? Was it the act of contact itself that bothered him, or was it Kim Suhyeok he disliked? As Kwon Jiwook pondered this, Park Juyeon asked,
“You looked upset. What did he say?”
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“……Do you need to know the content of the message too?”
“I’m curious. You were eating too quietly. Adequate conversation is necessary.”
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As if it’s necessary. Kwon Jiwook slowly tapped the table with his index finger, keeping time.
He had no idea what more to talk about with Park Juyeon. His purpose in coming here was to deal with the photos, and although it had been postponed by three months, he had secured a promise to delete them. Having achieved his goal, he should end the conversation and leave this house.
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Park Juyeon watched Kwon Jiwook steadily, not moving an inch, until he spoke again. His unwavering gaze was too much even for the thick-skinned Kwon Jiwook. Ignoring him any longer would be uncomfortable. That was probably the intention.
“He asked what I was doing.”
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“You didn’t reply?”
“No. Not yet.”
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Kwon Jiwook added “not yet” to leave some room. Park Juyeon seemed satisfied with just that and smiled contentedly.
“Good job.”
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For some reason, those words sounded like a demand not to contact him anymore. Kwon Jiwook didn’t respond and just kept chewing his toast. The thick layer of peanut butter was cloying.
The kitchen was filled with the sound of Kwon Jiwook eagerly eating his toast. Crunch, crunch. The well-toasted bread crumbled. After mulling over the previous conversation and getting worked up, Kwon Jiwook started to eat vigorously, as if he hadn’t been picking at his food just moments before. Park Juyeon, oblivious to the fact that it was his fault, simply watched with a satisfied gaze.
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Silence lingered for a while. After Kwon Jiwook quickly finished three slices of toast and picked up a fourth, Park Juyeon spoke.
“I don’t want you to be with that guy anymore.”
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“Who? Kim Suhyeok?”
The sudden answer reminded Kwon Jiwook of their conversation in the car a few days ago. Back then, this guy had also paused before answering. Kwon Jiwook spread strawberry jam on the peanut butter and continued speaking dismissively.
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“What’s bothering you so much about him? Huh?”
“…….”
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Park Juyeon reacted unexpectedly. He widened his eyes, blinked a few times, and then looked away, seeming a bit flustered. He rested his chin in his hand and stared at the space between the floor and the air, deep in thought. It seemed he didn’t know why he disliked Kim Suhyeok either.
Don’t want to be with him anymore…? Park Juyeon murmured to himself. He wasn’t particularly helpful or harmful. He was just a useless person, so why did Kim Suhyeok bother him so much? Even when he grabbed him in the lecture hall, Park Juyeon found him unpleasant.
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But these pointless thoughts weren’t helping him with what he needed to do. So, Park Juyeon waved his hand, cutting off his words. He didn’t want to waste his mind on useless thoughts.
“Anyway, don’t be with that guy anymore. I think I won’t like seeing you two together.”
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“Hey, I’ve known him for a long time. Who are you to tell me that?”
“You agreed to do as I say. Looks like you want to ruin your relationship with him.”
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After bringing up Kim Suhyeok, Park Juyeon’s voice became slightly lower but firm. Kwon Jiwook stopped eating and pressed his lips into a thin line. Every time this happened, he couldn’t help but feel annoyed. Park Juyeon was being completely selfish.
“……Honestly, I don’t understand this situation at all.”
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Park Juyeon raised an eyebrow as if asking, “What don’t you understand?” Kwon Jiwook threw the slice of bread onto the plate and crossed his arms, leaning back in his chair.
“The explanation is severely lacking. It’s like you’re living in a different world. There must be a reason for all this, right?”
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“…….”
Even if it was a mistake, drugging an innocent person, raping them, taking photos to blackmail them, trampling on their pride with indiscriminate violence, and even trying to control the people around them… And then, as if using a carrot and stick approach, being nice to them.
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There had to be a reason behind all these actions. Kwon Jiwook wanted to hear it directly from Park Juyeon. He wanted to know the reasons behind what had been done to him over the past few days. But Park Juyeon remained silent. Kwon Jiwook furrowed his brow, his expression darkening.
“Is there no reason? Is it normal to do this to an innocent person for no reason?”
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“Don’t paint me as the bad guy.”
Park Juyeon calmly listened to Kwon Jiwook’s accusations and then responded nonchalantly.
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“Every action has a reason. But you don’t need to know it.”
Park Juyeon seemed strangely distant. There was no need to be so serious about explaining why he suddenly intervened in Kwon Jiwook’s life. There was no need to treat it like a secret that couldn’t be revealed. It was unacceptable that Kwon Jiwook, the person directly affected, shouldn’t know.
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Kwon Jiwook gritted his teeth. His thoughts were racing, and he felt like his head was about to explode.
“Are you kidding me? If you’re going to make me agree to this ridiculous deal, you should at least tell me why!”
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“I’m not saying I won’t tell you at all. I’ll let you know gradually. So…”
Calm down. Park Juyeon muttered impatiently and stuffed a piece of toast into Kwon Jiwook’s mouth. The rough edge of the bread scratched Kwon Jiwook’s lip, and he made a pained expression. The frustration from earlier mixed with the pain, creating a fierce look, but the tense atmosphere during the meal eased slightly.
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“As I said earlier, I’m a bit busy today. And since I promised not to do anything today, just wait here quietly until I come back.”
“Why should I wait here instead of going to my own place?”
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“It’s easier to keep an eye on you if you’re nearby. Oh, I was going to tell you this later, but since we’re on the subject, you should move out of your current place soon.”
Get rid of the people around him, and now move out of his place? Kwon Jiwook wondered what he was up to, but he brushed off Park Juyeon’s words. He had just recently found a place to live, and the lease was for more than a year. If he wanted to move out, he could try. Kwon Jiwook felt relieved seeing Park Juyeon’s expression soften and smirked.
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“Why? Did you enjoy tormenting me so much that you want to keep me around?”
“How did you know? I want to torment you some more.”
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“…….”
Park Juyeon finished his meal with just two slices of bread and wiped his mouth. For the first time that day, Kwon Jiwook realized that even a simple, straightforward tone could sound incredibly smug.
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“Hey, I have a serious request.”
“What is it?”
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“Can I just hit you once?”
“Sorry, but next time. I can’t do it right now.”
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I have an important appointment, so I need to keep my face clean. Park Juyeon smiled ostentatiously. In reality, Kwon Jiwook would have been happy to hit him anywhere, not just the face. He should have just asked if he could punch him in the gut from the start. Kwon Jiwook gave up easily and took a sip of the coffee Park Juyeon had served him.
“……Fine. Go and come back.”
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“I’ll be back early. There’s plenty of stuff here, so you won’t be bored.”
His tone was quite affectionate. But Kwon Jiwook wouldn’t be fooled.
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“Sunbae.”
“What.”
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“Can I call you Hyung?”
“…….”
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Park Juyeon rested his chin on his hand and smiled in a way that made the person watching him feel ticklish. It must not be easy to show such a sweet smile to someone you don’t care about, or even someone you dislike enough to torment.
Kwon Jiwook looked at him strangely for a moment, then nodded without a word. Whether it was Hyung or Sunbae, it was still a term used by a junior to address a senior. However, Kwon Jiwook’s indifferent reaction seemed to disappoint Park Juyeon. He continued with a slightly sullen expression.
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“The term Sunbae feels distant. I prefer Hyung.”
Did that mean he wanted to be closer? But Park Juyeon was still a difficult person for Kwon Jiwook to deal with. It wasn’t the difficulty of dealing with an adult (Kwon Jiwook was rude to adults too), but the difficulty of dealing with someone from another world. It was hard to be sociable with such a person.
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“Don’t you realize that your actions are what create the distance? If you want to be friends, this won’t work at all.”
“Is that so……. Anyway, don’t you actually like being called Hyung?”
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“I don’t know about that.”
Kwon Jiwook shrugged. Park Juyeon’s words sounded strange to him. It was as if he knew everything about him, which was oddly annoying. Park Juyeon laughed lightly and muttered, “That’s weird, I thought you’d like it.” Kwon Jiwook smirked. He had no idea where that logic came from.
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The simple but hearty breakfast came to an end. Perhaps feeling a bit guilty for only offering bread and two types of jam, Park Juyeon patted Kwon Jiwook’s head after clearing the table and said, “Think about what you want to eat. I’ll buy it for you.” Then he went straight to his room without waiting for Kwon Jiwook’s response. Park Juyeon was still an inconsiderate jerk. If he ever got the chance to make him treat him to a meal, he would choose something that would make his spine tingle. If that chance ever came.
A little while later, Park Juyeon emerged from his room, dressed in black from head to toe. His already black hair and eyes, along with a long black coat and knitwear that reached his knees, black slacks, and even a black shirt underneath the knitwear, made his fair and delicate face stand out even more. Objectively speaking, his face was still attractive enough to arouse desire in men. Even with his entire body in monochrome, his red lips and the area under his eyes stood out. If the grim reaper had that face, no one would be able to resist following him. Kwon Jiwook clicked his tongue lightly and asked,
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“Is your appointment at a funeral?”
“What?”
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“Isn’t it?”
“No, it’s not.”
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Park Juyeon scoffed. But his outfit was so strange that it would make anyone wonder if he was going to a funeral. Really? Is that so? Kwon Jiwook nodded casually, not particularly interested. Park Juyeon leisurely walked around the living room, gathering his things, and then headed towards the front door. Kwon Jiwook followed him lazily.
“I’ll be back.”
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“It would be easier on my mind if you didn’t say that.”
As Kwon Jiwook expected, Park Juyeon put on a pair of black shoes. Now, except for his red lips and the metal watch on his left hand, his entire body was black.
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“Still, it’s a matter of courtesy.”
“Why would you even say goodb—?”
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“It means stay put. Come here.”
Park Juyeon beckoned to Kwon Jiwook, who was leaning against the wall by the front door, looking suspicious. As Kwon Jiwook approached, something suddenly brushed against his forehead and disappeared. The soft sensation that touched and left his forehead so quickly was undoubtedly lips. Lips?
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Kwon Jiwook stared blankly at Park Juyeon for a few seconds before coming to his senses. His face filled with shock, he blinked rapidly and swung his fist through the air. Park Juyeon easily dodged the powerful punch by taking a big step back. He even laughed, finding it amusing.
“What the fuck was that?! Are you crazy?!”
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“Don’t overreact just because I kissed your forehead. Someone might think you’re being silly…”
It was a sudden and unnecessary contact. Kwon Jiwook rubbed his forehead vigorously, as if trying to wipe off something dirty. Don’t act like we’re close. Fuck. We’re not like that. Kwon Jiwook growled internally. His chest felt heavy with discomfort. Only after rubbing his forehead until it turned red did Kwon Jiwook finally stop.
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“So why the hell did you do that?!”
“Why are you mad? Are you embarrassed? Ashamed?”
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“…….”
“Don’t be like that. You enjoyed fingering yourself so much, but you won’t even let me kiss you? I’m hurt.”
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“Will you shut up?”
Just keeping something to himself and not saying it out loud made a world of difference. Kwon Jiwook felt like he wanted to rush over and cover Park Juyeon’s mouth. The events of the previous night, which he had tried to suppress, came flooding back vividly with Park Juyeon’s words. Kwon Jiwook, his face red, glared at Park Juyeon, unable to continue the conversation.
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“…….”
“……Don’t do anything stupid and stay put. Seriously.”
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Park Juyeon, still smiling, looked down at Kwon Jiwook, then gently brushed his reddened forehead with his thumb before turning and leaving without a backward glance. The sound of the door locking followed. Kwon Jiwook was left alone in the large house again.
Kwon Jiwook shuffled back to the living room and slumped onto the couch, pulling out his phone. He didn’t know what Park Juyeon’s standard for “staying put” was. But what Kwon Jiwook was about to do was definitely not what Park Juyeon would consider “staying put.”
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Still, this should be fine. It’s not like he was doing anything extreme. It was a bit of a gamble. Kwon Jiwook was curious about Park Juyeon’s boiling point. He had already realized that Park Juyeon’s smiling face wasn’t a genuine smile, but he wondered if Park Juyeon would truly get angry if he left the house.
But that was only a secondary reason. Even if he was being held captive, Kwon Jiwook couldn’t just sit still. He wanted to see Park Juyeon’s face contort in any way possible. Every time Park Juyeon smiled, it made his stomach churn.
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‘He should have just let me go after he got what he wanted,’ Kwon Jiwook muttered.
The first thing Kwon Jiwook did was reply to Kim Suhyeok’s message. He had been itching to get his phone out the whole time. Kwon Jiwook lay back on the couch, feeling a sense of freedom, and fiddled with his phone.
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“As expected, a high-end couch…”
He sighed, the words slipping out naturally. In response to Kim Suhyeok’s “What are you doing?” Kwon Jiwook replied with a simple “Why?” He chuckled to himself, finding the situation absurd. Who would have thought he’d be glad to hear from this guy? Soon, another message arrived.
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“Drinks?”
It seemed like Kim Suhyeok had no one else to call, so he reached out to Kwon Jiwook. The mention of alcohol brought back unpleasant memories from a few days ago. That was just an accident. He hadn’t drunk enough to get drunk, and it was all manipulated by someone else.
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Kwon Jiwook was determined never to let that happen again, as long as another crazy person like Park Juyeon didn’t show up. He promised himself to never let his guard down again. Kwon Jiwook replied to the message with a grin.
They planned to meet in the early evening. Kwon Jiwook rushed Kim Suhyeok so they wouldn’t run into Park Juyeon when he returned home. Kim Suhyeok seemed a bit unhappy, dragging out his words a few times. But he soon convinced himself that starting earlier would be more fun and cheered up. Fortunately, Kim Suhyeok didn’t ask about Park Juyeon.
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“…….”
Even lying on the couch, Kwon Jiwook felt uneasy. It was as if a boulder was sitting heavily in the pit of his stomach. After messaging Kim Suhyeok, Kwon Jiwook’s mind was flooded with memories of that day. The day he had managed to delete the photos at the last moment, a day that still sent shivers down his spine.
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Thoughts of that day kept resurfacing, unbidden. Even now, lying on the couch, he could feel Park Juyeon’s firm body pressing down on him, and the humiliation of being violated the day before. The sensation of the couch beneath his hand was the same as it had been yesterday.
He felt miserable. Park Juyeon had made even the smallest things seem meaningful. As these thoughts flooded his mind, Kwon Jiwook suddenly felt a surge of anger and jumped up from the couch. Even though there was plenty of time before his appointment, Kwon Jiwook grabbed his clothes from the corner of the bedroom and changed.
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Quickly ready to go out, Kwon Jiwook finally felt a sense of relief. He had spent a mere three days in this space, feeling uncomfortable as if sitting on a bed of thorns. The thought of leaving this place filled him with energy. Kwon Jiwook stood in the middle of the living room, took a deep breath, and looked around the silent space.
“The house is nice, though.”
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But there was no need to stay here when he had his own perfectly good place. Park Juyeon had told him to stay put, but it was said so casually.
The large, empty house felt eerie despite its luxurious and shiny interior. Kwon Jiwook hoped the house wouldn’t welcome him, and in reality, he didn’t want to see it again. He left Park Juyeon’s house with these silly thoughts.
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Park Juyeon’s house was farther away than Kwon Jiwook thought. It took more than 20 minutes by taxi to reach his own place near the school. Having a car wouldn’t make much difference; living so far from school seemed like a waste. If you’re living alone, wouldn’t it be better to live closer to school? Kwon Jiwook thought as he looked out the taxi window. But this too was just another useless thought.
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His own place felt cold after being empty for just a few days. It seemed like dust had settled, but Kwon Jiwook, who wasn’t particularly neat, put off cleaning and changed his clothes first.
Finally, the discomfort faded. As he changed into a new sweater, he felt like Park Juyeon’s scent was gone. Familiar with the smell of fabric softener, Kwon Jiwook rubbed his tired face. He thought about throwing away those clothes but decided against it since he wasn’t as wealthy as Park Juyeon.
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As Kwon Jiwook slowly sat down on his bed, his phone vibrated loudly in his pocket. Someone was calling.
Startled, Kwon Jiwook jumped. Thankfully, no one was around to see him embarrassed again. The phone rang several times, but Kwon Jiwook froze and didn’t answer. The phone stopped ringing but started vibrating again immediately.
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“…….”
It’s okay, it’s okay. Kwon Jiwook pressed his palm against his chest, which had stiffened and started to ache. He took a deep breath and checked the caller ID.
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“Kim Suhyeok”
“Ha.”
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He felt relieved but also annoyed at himself for being so tense. Fuck, fuck…! This was all because of that damn Park Juyeon. Why did he feel like he had done something wrong just by leaving that house? It was only natural to leave. So why… Kwon Jiwook suppressed the urge to throw his phone and answered the call.
“What the fuck do you want?”
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— Wow, how can you start with ‘fuck’ as soon as you answer…
Kim Suhyeok’s voice was full of surprise. Kwon Jiwook, still sitting on the bed, kept his face serious as he responded.
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“If you have something to say, say it quickly.”
— Are you really coming out?
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“Why the fuck wouldn’t I?”
Why is he so sensitive today? Kim Suhyeok muttered, holding the phone away. Unfortunately, Kwon Jiwook heard it loud and clear. And he was in a bad mood. Kwon Jiwook’s voice was low and stern.
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“If you have something to say, speak up, you idiot.”
— Huh? I didn’t say anything. Anyway, you’re coming, right? It’s 6 o’clock, got it? Make sure you come.
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Kim Suhyeok quickly hung up, seeming scared. Kwon Jiwook’s eyebrows twitched. He thought about calling back to curse him out but gave up and lay back on the bed. The bed wasn’t as comfortable as Park Juyeon’s, but it wasn’t bad. Most importantly, it was familiar and comforting, something that couldn’t be easily dismissed.
As he lay there staring at the ceiling, his phone rang again. Kwon Jiwook, still gazing upward, moved only his finger to answer the call and muttered in a flat tone.
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“Fuck, you’re so impatient. I’ll be out soon, so wait a bit.”
— …….
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“What’s wrong with you? Where are you? Why is it so quiet?”
— …….
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Kim Suhyeok was silent. The other end of the phone was eerily quiet. An unwelcome silence hung in the air. Puzzled, Kwon Jiwook checked the screen.
The screen flickered, and in the center, the name “Park Juyeon” was displayed.
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Kwon Jiwook stared at the screen in shock, his trembling hand barely managing to bring the phone back to his ear. Just in time, a familiar voice on the other end sighed deeply, “Haah.”
— Sunbae.
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“…….”
— Jiwook Hyung.
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“…….”
The soft voice calling him grew even softer. Even without seeing him, Kwon Jiwook could vividly imagine Park Juyeon’s expression. He would have his dark eyes narrowed, wearing that uniquely unreadable, chilling face.
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Click.
As soon as that face came to mind, Kwon Jiwook took a deep breath and hung up the phone. Fearing that Park Juyeon might call again, he hastily turned off his phone. It was an impulsive action, driven by instinct rather than thought. Fuck, there was no turning back now.
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