Chapter 161 - Professor Shin's Double Date

Jun Hyeon ended the meeting with his lawyer, explaining the strange story outside his mother's mansion. The lawyer had been with the family for years, and said he would clarify the facts with the police and get images from nearby cameras to identify those involved. As soon as the lawyer left, his secretary warned that a 'Mr. Shin', and she said it with a tone still unheard of for Dr. Kim, was there and would like to speak with him,

"He said that Dr. Kim met him at the Jung Fashion Show," added the secretary, knowing that he didn't use to meet people without an appointment.

'Professor' Shin's visit was unexpected and curious, but he had no other commitments and just thought about going back to his 'little wife' who had orders to return home as soon as she was done with her errands.

"Hyung!" he said as soon as Eun Ha-ssi's mysterious friend set foot in his office. "Is it a medical visit or for other reasons?"

"For other reasons, and very brief, in fact," Mr. Shin became more relaxed with his informal reception. Jun Hyeon didn't know why, maybe because of the little adventure they had, but he had sympathy for the eccentric man. 

"So…?"

"Is Miss. Nam at your house?" asked the older man, watching everything around him with curiosity. Jun Hyeon sensed that he was there for legitimate concern, so he replied,

"Yes. She got there yesterday, but she didn't tell me the reasons. I imagine that she and her friend are not on good terms."

"To be honest, I was there, which is why I'm interfering."

"Ah, yes, I heard that the three of you were going to have dinner last night. But what happened? Did the girls fight?"

"Hm, how can I say? They have delicate matters to deal with. But Eun Ha got upset and worried about Ye Rim."

"Well, ... I know that Ye Rim loves her friend, and that they'll be fine again soon. Don't worry so much," Jun Hyeon thought that maybe Ye Rim was feeling resentful of this new dynamic. "Do you think we can help them, hyung?"

"Yes. I think. Since we care about them, don't we?" Shin didn't beat the bush or dramatize unnecessarily. "I know it's strange that I came here for this. But I thought I owe you dinner too, Dr. Kim."

"No, you don't owe me anything, hyung," Dr. Kim was sincere, but he was thankfully surprised that Hye Seong was that kind of person.

"Yes, I feel that I must. Let me buy dinner today, if possible. "

"Ah, this is a good idea. You take Eun Ha and I take Ye Rim. A neutral meeting zone and it'll help them realize that there is no reason to fight."

Shin just nodded, satisfied that he didn't have to explain his strategy.

"Okay, Hyung, it won't be a problem," Dr. Kim also agreed with satisfaction. Getting Ye Rim's best friend by her side was also part of the whole deal. When people around you approve of a relationship, it becomes inevitable. It was an immutable law of humanity.

When Shin left, he picked up the phone and called Ye Rim, excited by the possibility of teasing her some more,

"Wifey? We have a social appointment tonight."

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Ye Rim left the agency and was at the supermarket buying the ingredients for the dinner, when Jun Hyeon called to say that the dinner was canceled. That was a relief, as she only made two dishes well, one of which was soup.

But the singer didn't expect the 'social appointment' to be a stroll followed by dinner with a couple of friends. And that the couple were Eun Ha and Professor Shin!

She had no idea how it happened, but she was curious to see how things would be. She and Eun Ha never went out on a double date, because Eun Ha never really dated. But now they could!

'Hm, what kind of thinking is that? It's not like this 'Wifey and hubby' fantasy is more than a joke, is it? Did he wake up confessing love? No. He didn't even insist when I asked him to stop. '

Ye Rim had loved every moment of the night before and it constantly surprised her at how strong their bodies were attracted to each other. She had to admit that it was only a little while before she had begged Jun Hyeon to make love to her. And only by a great effort of will, she asked him to stop. Because Ye Rim thought it would ruin everything between them. It was too rushed. 

But it surprised her to think about how everything had scaled up to this moment. The arrogant, straightforward man she met in a cemetery was a mischievous and seductive devil. And also a man capable of risking his life to save people. He was complicated and captivating.

But ... Since when did he have double date plans with Shin Hye Seong and her unnie? When did this all happen?

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The cold, starless night was perhaps not the most beautiful night of fall, but the two couples were having fun at the amus.e.m.e.nt park. They went on the Ferris Wheel and the Dark Ride, on a fast-spinning ride that left the girls dizzy. Everyone measured their strengths and made several bets, mocking each other and boasting about their skills. 

I shocked Ye Rim that Jun Hyeon and the French Teacher Shin were getting along so well despite their recent acquaintance. Feeling a little jealous that the men were talking animatedly to each other, the girls ostentatiously embraced each other, leaving them behind.

Eun Ha suggested that everyone go to the shooting tent, and although the two men didn't show off their skills, both were exceptional and won the most coveted stuffed animals in the tent. 

Ye Rim was not particularly a fan of white tigers, which was the stuffed animal that Dr. Kim had won, but she would be happy receiving it as Jun Hyeon's gift. Professor Shin was carrying a Unicorn, which Eun Ha found very cute. 

But after exchanging glances at each other, the men just kept walking behind them and talking about the new subject, life in the army, much to their shock. Ye Rim couldn't stand it and asked,

"These stuffed animals ... Are they for yourselves?"

Professor Shin shrugged, and Jun Hyeon replied,

"What's wrong? If we give it to you, people would think we are lovers… When in fact, we are your teachers."

Eun Ha opened her mouth, astonished,

"Professor Shin?! This unicorn… doesn't even suit you!" she reached out for the Unicorn, but Professor Shin ignored her,

"Jun Hyeon is right. It would be inappropriate."

Professor Shin's ability to speak such a thing so seriously impressed Ye Rim. Jun Hyeon looked away and held himself back from laughing, though.

"Oh, yes?! Why don't you exchange stuffed animals?! Since you seem to live a bromance!" Eun Ha blushed, but spoke up being sarcastic. This time Ye Rim joined his unnie,

"Hahaha. Exactly. Look at this bromance. We are both just extras tonight. You should gift the toys to each other!"

Professor Shin was embarrassed, and Ye Rim laughed as he asked his new friend,

"But what are they talking about?"

"Ha, they are trying to be funny at our expense," said Jun Hyeon, which made Ye Rim laugh even more. "They mean that we are such close friends that it's almost as if we are living a romance. That we only have eyes for each other," and saying this, the doctor extended his tiger to Professor Shin, in a theatrical way,

"Here, my friend. Let's celebrate our new but unbreakable friendship!"

Hye Seong laughed along, while Eun Ha squeezed her eyes and mouth in a disapproving and shocked expression. He accepted the gift, and gave Jun Hyeon his in return.

'Ah, they are so ridiculous!' but in fact, they're having fun tonight and Jun Hyeon was very relaxed and happy, she saw. Even though she had pending matters with Eun Ha, she decided that she would not spoil the fun of that night.

Her unnie wanted to go on the beautiful carousel, to take pictures. Ye Rim thought it was a good idea. The carousel was stunning, with its beautiful lights and mirrors. The men were not at all excited but encouraged the girls to go on the ride. 

They entered the small line for the ride, while they still playfully discussed the bromance. A child beside his parents looked at Eun Ha curiously.

Ye Rim knew that children always had a strange reaction to their unnie: they were either afraid or fascinated!

"Don't worry! She's not mean. In fact, she's very nice," she bent down to talk to the boy.

This boy, about 5 years old, had a toy that was a kind of bugle with bright colors in his hand. Feeling encouraged by Ye Rim, the boy took two steps forward and pulled on Eun Ha's skirt. The unnie turned with a smile, and the boy motioned for her to bend down,

"Ah, what a cool toy you have there! Is that what you want to show me?" Eun Ha spoke sweetly, lowering the height of the boy's face. Ye Rim thought it was funny how Eun Ha always did her best Disney Princess expression, even changing her voice, when a child wanted her attention.

The child blew his toy with all the breath he had in Eun Ha's face. From the toy's opening, a shower of golden glitter and yellow confetti covered her friend's face and hair. The scene was too funny, although Ye Rim also found the child a little mean. The child's parents saw it too late, and scolded the boy who cried. Eun Ha looked terrified and was nervously trying to rub the small, sticky pieces of paper off,

"Aissh! I hate children!" she grunted, to her friends' laughter. 

Shin and Ye Rim tried to help her clean up, but it would be virtually impossible to do that entirely.

"Relax, Eun Ha. You are among friends," said Jun Hyeon, trying to cheer her up. "The photos will be more fun like that!"

"Yes, unnie! It's our turn. Come on!"

Ye Rim called, not wanting her friend to start cursing children at an amus.e.m.e.nt park. She still saw Eun Ha looking at Professor Shin, but he now seemed distracted by his phone that had just rung,

"I'll be right back. Yes, stay on the carousel, it's okay, Jung," he said absently.

As it seemed something serious, and he walked away a little, Ye Rim just took his friend by the arm to get on the ride, with a wide grin.

"Let's go! Let's go! It will be fun! Oppa, please take lots of beautiful pictures!"

"Okay! It'll be easy!" replied also Jun Hyeon, getting his phone.

When Ye Rim picked a white horse in the carousel full of colored lights and mirrors, she didn't imagine that in moments her fun night would turn into moments of terror.