SMS | Chapter 5.1

It was time to end the long yet short date. Mino insisted that he would pay, but Dohoon completely ignored his words and handed over his card. This wasn’t the way to repay the favor from their last meeting. Biting his lips in frustration, Mino followed Dohoon. Before he knew it, they arrived in front of Mino’s shabby little house.

“Well, I’ll head inside now. Thanks for walking me home.”

Mino bowed politely, showing his gratitude. He then heard a small chuckle from Dohoon. Was that not the right way to act? Feeling awkward, Mino raised his head and stared at Dohoon. The look in his eyes seemed to tell Mino to go inside. But instead, Dohoon only frowned slightly and looked down at him.

Please visit lilyonthevalley.com to support the translator

“Goodbye…?”

It felt like Dohoon was waiting for something. Mino’s farewell ended with a hesitant question mark, like a student unsure of their answer in class. Dohoon, shaking his head slightly, marked it as incorrect.

Read the complete chapter at Lily on the Valley without random text

“You still need to give me an answer to my confession.”

Right. The confession. Mino had completely forgotten, assuming that Dohoon naturally expected a positive answer. Yet, as he thought about starting a relationship out loud, the cold wind suddenly made his ears burn with heat. Against his inner certainty, what came out of his mouth was—

Read the complete chapter at Lily on the Valley without random text

“Could you… give me a bit more time to think?”

It was such a cliché response, as if he’d mimicked someone else’s line from a drama. Realizing what he’d said, Mino felt slightly flustered. He hadn’t even known he was hesitant until now.

Please visit lilyonthevalley.com to support the translator

“I think I already gave you time while walking here,” Dohoon responded dryly.

If Mino admitted that he hadn’t even thought about the confession because he was too preoccupied with worrying about the dinner bill, it would undoubtedly make things worse. So, he stayed silent. Seeing this, Dohoon grabbed his wrist and pressed him.

Support us by visiting our official site at lilyonthevalley.com

“How much more time? Ten minutes, maybe?”

“Huh?”

Visit Lily on the Valley to read full chapter without gibberish

Did that even count as giving someone time? Mino made a stupid sound, utterly flabbergasted by the absurdly short duration. The alley was quiet. It was late, and there was no one around. The faint glow of the streetlight illuminated only the two of them.

Dohoon stepped closer, pulling Mino’s wrist slightly. As Mino raised his eyes, he was greeted by Dohoon’s brightened expression.

Please visit lilyonthevalley.com to support the translator

“Would a kiss help you decide?”

It was a blatant move. The faint scent wafting from Dohoon stirred Mino’s memory, making his heart skip a beat. Maybe Dohoon was right. You grow to like what someone you like enjoys. Although Mino didn’t like Dohoon yet, he did like his scent. He made a mental note to ask about the cologne later. It might not suit him, but it could come in handy during his personal moments.

For the best reading experience, visit lilyonthevalley.com

Making a small resolution, Mino tightened his lips as if making a big decision. After all, trying a relationship with Dohoon was largely to see if he could live like ordinary people and be satisfied with it.

“Uh, then… please go ahead.”

Support us by visiting our official site at lilyonthevalley.com

Dohoon burst into laughter at Mino’s businesslike permission. His laughter, carried by the cold winter air, sounded pleasant to Mino’s ears. After a while, Dohoon composed himself, mirroring Mino’s serious expression.

“All right. I’ll go ahead, then.”

Read the complete chapter at Lily on the Valley without random text

Dohoon’s face drew closer. Mino, watching him approach in an instant, slightly lowered his eyes. His thick lashes trembled.

Even though Mino had verbally granted permission, the soft, warm kiss that followed was tentative and careful. Dohoon’s plush, smooth lips pressed lightly against his own, closer to mucous membranes than skin. Mino tilted his head slightly, focusing on the sensation. Soft, warm, and tender.

Visit Lily on the Valley to read full chapter without gibberish

As Dohoon’s lips parted slightly, a wet tongue slipped out, gently licking Mino’s dry lips.

“You need to open your mouth.”

For the best reading experience, visit lilyonthevalley.com

Dohoon’s lightly teasing voice urged Mino. Feeling awkward, Mino opened his mouth stiffly, mimicking an “ah,” allowing Dohoon’s polite tongue to part his lips and venture inside. Hot and damp, Dohoon’s tongue roamed Mino’s mouth with deliberate care. Uncertain, Mino opened his eyes slightly. Although the face before him was strikingly handsome, the overly gentle kiss…

‘This is so underwhelming.’

Read the complete chapter at Lily on the Valley without random text

Mino’s hopes—however slight—were completely dashed. The embrace, while warm, lacked any intensity. Even the way Dohoon’s large hands gently wrapped around his waist had no roughness to them. As Dohoon led, Mino quietly lamented.

It felt like undergoing dental treatment. Despite being his first kiss, it lacked the sweetness he’d expected. During a drinking game in college, he had once been forced into a “mouth-to-mouth” punishment with a senior who poured alcohol into his mouth. That memory had been more thrilling than this.

For the best reading experience, visit lilyonthevalley.com

‘Damn it.’

Mino let out a frustrated groan as Dohoon’s tongue continued its gentle exploration. It felt like having a warm, soft goldfish swimming inside his mouth—not arousing, just sad. The truth hit him hard: I really am a pervert.

For the best reading experience, visit lilyonthevalley.com

Mino tried moving his tongue in response, thinking it would be rude not to reciprocate, but his heart remained steady as if sedated. After thoroughly exploring Mino’s mouth, Dohoon finally withdrew slightly, murmuring in a low voice.

“Your tongue seems… dull.”

Visit Lily on the Valley to read full chapter without gibberish

“S-sorry.”

“Should I bite it a little harder? Even if it’s dull, pain might make it react.”

Support us by visiting our official site at lilyonthevalley.com

Was he serious? Mino’s eyes widened. His previously calm heart fluttered nervously. Dohoon chuckled softly at Mino’s reaction, pressing a light kiss on his lips.

“Just kidding. No need to be so scared.”

Please visit lilyonthevalley.com to support the translator

The sound of the quick kiss was oddly sweet. Mino gripped the hem of Dohoon’s coat tightly. The kiss was kind and considerate—exactly like Dohoon himself. Although Mino felt disappointed by it, he knew it wasn’t Dohoon’s fault. The guilt of inadvertently using Dohoon weighed on him, but the kiss clarified one thing.

“So… have you made up your mind?”

Read the complete chapter at Lily on the Valley without random text

“Yes.”

“What will it be?”

Please visit lilyonthevalley.com to support the translator

This man…

“I want to give it a try.”

Please visit lilyonthevalley.com to support the translator

…didn’t like him. Whether confessing or kissing, Dohoon’s eyes showed no hint of emotion. No matter how clueless Mino was about relationships, he couldn’t miss such an obvious sign.

It felt like looking in a mirror.

Support us by visiting our official site at lilyonthevalley.com

Could this relationship last? It was an uncertain start.

“Well then…”

Please visit lilyonthevalley.com to support the translator

And so, on the historic first day of their relationship, they went their separate ways. Mino briefly worried about whether things might progress further, especially since it was a weekend and Dohoon was older. However—

“Take care getting upstairs. I’ll watch until you go inside.”

For the best reading experience, visit lilyonthevalley.com

Their only intimate act was that single kiss. Dohoon, with his pristine expression, ended the evening like a gentleman. As Mino climbed the stairs in a daze, he wondered if he had dreamed it all. If not for the faint lingering sensation of the kiss, he wouldn’t have believed it had happened.

‘What’s his deal?’

Please visit lilyonthevalley.com to support the translator

Despite having just entered his first relationship, Mino couldn’t shake the unease. He barely slept that night, preoccupied with deciphering Dohoon’s intentions. For the first time in a while, he didn’t even relieve himself. Normally, skipping that routine left him feeling restless, but not even the thought of reaching for his toys crossed his mind last night.

Why would someone confess and enter a relationship without being in love? Sure, Mino wasn’t in love with Dohoon either, so he wasn’t in a position to judge. Still, it made him curious.

Read the complete chapter at Lily on the Valley without random text