Chapter 11: Vienna (3)

Chapter 11: Vienna (3)The director said we could go right away but we didn't.

After washing the children, and making them go to bed, I told them stories about our fun adventures.

The story of fighting the Skeleton Knight, the story of seeing a flying dragon, and so on.

The children's eyes lit up.

After defeating that monster like that, we finally found it.

-Gulp.

A swallowing sound was heard.

Anyone could tell how much they were concentrating on the story by looking at quiet children who had closed mouths and wide eyes.

And it was filled with gold and silver treasures.

Really? Was it a real treasure?

Wow Was it expensive? Im so jealous.

You idiot, they took down that monster, of course!

Of course, my story was mixed with exaggeration.

It wasnt even that dangerous monster, it was just an ogre.

And what I got after defeating it was just a small antique.

However, I think a little exaggeration is fine as long as it can give joy to children.

Yes. It was a very expensive treasure. But a big bird suddenly appeared, snatched it, and flew away... Its really unfortunate.

So suddenly? Oh, sorry.

The sound of a sigh escaped the children.

This was a lie too.

In fact, Vienna picked up the antique.

She seemed to remember too. Because she was blushing as if she was embarrassed.

Okay. Todays story ends here. Its time to go to bed now.

"Oppa!" "Hyung!"

"Tell me a little bit more!

Yes! Just a little bit, ok? Please.

No. You have to sleep now.

Some of the children were already asleep.

And children should go to bed early.

Ah then! Since you must have known Vienna Unnie for a long time, tell us what she was like before!

Right! Just tell me that. Yeah? Yes?

Suddenly, Vienna freaked out.

Hey! Do not say anything. And you guys! Go to sleep!

Vienna was visibly upset.

Could it be that she remembered the time she had just met me when she was discreet like the other saints?

Vienna was Very nice.

She told me not to, but as I thought of those days, I naturally muttered to myself.

Vienna was glaring at me.

Suddenly coming to my senses, I pretended not to notice her gaze and scolded the children for no reason.

No..! You guys gotta sleep now. That's it. Sleep now, Ill tell you more tomorrow. And if you go to bed late, we wont talk.

Complaints were coming from all over the place.

I ignored them all and made them all go to bed.

****

The stars bloomed like flowers.

I was sitting in front of the orphanages main gate, waiting for Vienna.

She told me to wait here for a while, saying she would come after the night prayer.

I felt it again; it was a very beautiful place.

A cool night breeze blows past me.

If only I could breathe here... I closed my eyes. No, I cant fall asleep.

If I fell asleep here, Vienna will go wild saying that I fell asleep without waiting.

However, the eyelids that had been holding all day were too heavy.

I tried to take a break while feeling the pleasant wind and listening to the grass bugs.

How long was it?

Flash

I opened my eyes.

I was so shocked that my heart hurt, but I acted naturally.

Are you finally here, Vienna?

I pretended I wasnt sleeping by giving strength to my voice.

I looked back at her, hiding my thumping heart.

Silver hair and silver eyes, a small stature, and her clothes were different.

She changed into clothes that exposed her arms and held a small basket in one hand. She was also wearing a large hat.

I couldnt understand why she wore a hat like that at night.

I was a bit surprised that she prepared more earnestly than I thought.

But... I was told to do it by using a wish ticket.

Wouldnt it be something she really wanted to do someday? Something like her dream...

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She looked at me without answering. I closed the distance, but she still said nothing.

?

Um so

Did you change your clothes? Matches well.

Im not happy

She, who had been softened a little by my compliment, opened her mouth.

And we stepped out of the orphanage.

I grabbed the basket she was holding.

Give it to me. And, why are you upset?

Oh, oh, no. I will take this.

It was different from her who would normally hand over all her luggage.

Hmm, she might think that she had to carry the basket with her own hands to fulfill her dream.

I gave up without complaint.

Okay. Lets go. Do you know the way?

You ..! And he said you gave the food to that boy! The kid who keeps claiming me as his.

Vienna brought up the story about the cute child.

Ah. Haha. Thats right. Isnt he cute?

You want to be nice to him? He keeps calling me his!

What is it, why are you offended by childrens pranks?

I didnt know why she felt bad again.

How the hell can I have a conversation without angering her for once?

No matter what I do, she seems to get angry right away.

Wouldnt you feel bad if what was yours was taken away?

What was she talking about? Mine? Oh, she was talking about bread.

Vienna, I can give up at least bread. What's the big deal if I dont eat one day, anyway?

Ugh Its okay. I cant speak to you.

With a pout, she grabbed my arm again and began to walk.

I totally agreed with her when she said we couldnt communicate with each other... Enough to make me wonder how we were still close.

A cool breeze blew again.

Everywhere I looked, serene nature greeted me.

The two of us were walking in a beautiful place.

Even so, no one was there, so strangely, the situation itself felt personal.

I felt like this place was exclusive for us.

It was a strange feeling.

Um Is this the charm of the night?

I muttered.

It was a feeling I never felt when I stayed up all night with my brother.

I was also getting a new feeling through this experience.

And it went on for quite a while.

Vienna and I focused on the sounds of nature and felt a little liberated.

Then.

Vienna slowly, very slowly, slid down her hand to where my palm was... She seemed to want to hold hands.

Uh, what is it?

Startled, I raised my hand and removed hers.

There was a strong perception that this was something that only lovers do.

It was awkward to hold hands with Vienna, who was not even a potential lover yet.

What, what-

I tried to ask, but Vienna interrupted me.

Hey! What are you doing...? Won't I get tired if my hand was up the whole time?

Was it like that? In fact, her hand didnt even touch mine.

Ugh... I felt ashamed now.

Could you please stop misunderstanding? Every time you react like this, I feel embarrassed!

Mi Im sorry.

You know what I want to do well, right? I said I would meet a man way cooler than you!

Well. She did.

Its all my brothers fault.

I think I over-accepted everything from the time my brother said they might have liked me.

Actually, maybe thats why I asked that question to Lily Noona.

Yeah, there were many better men than me in the world. Even my older brother was a prime example.

Maybe I was not good enough in Viennas eyes. Yeah, it made sense.

Right, right?

That Yes.

But what is your ideal type? I dont think I ever asked.

Vienna was instantly hit! And looked at me.

Why are you curious about that?

I was taken aback by the stronger reaction than I expected.

Uh Just. I was suddenly curious

Hehe.

Then Vienna kept glancing at me.

That So. Better than you! More handsome! Uh Nicer! And Cooler? Uh

She looked very worried.

Grunt

Then, suddenly, she lifted her head.

Ah! And I like someone who doesnt have complicated women problems as much as you do.

Who has less complicated womens issues than me? There must not have been a lot of people like that. I have no problem with women, after all. I havent even dated anyone till this age.

Im talking about my ideal type, but why are you throwing up!

But... Thats right.

Yeah.

I thought the conversation with Vienna would end like that, but it didnt.

What about you?

Vienna asked.

Me?

I never really thought about it.

There was no set ideal type.

Perhaps someone I feel comfortable just to meet, someone beautiful in my eyes, who understands my heart, Wouldnt it be nice to have someone who cares about me?

I had never met anyone like that, so I didnt know yet.

But if I met such a girl, I was confident that I would cherish and love her.

I dont know. Maybe I've not met such a girl yet.

What is it? Is it so difficult because nothing has been decided?

"Perhaps," I shrugged. "I will meet her somehow."

So, why dont you lower your expectations a little? Perhaps you've already met.

She said not to stick to my ideal type. But weren't her expectations too high as well?

But, again, this thought did not come out of my mouth.

Starchis, I think we have arrived.