Chapter 154: Huh? (1)

Finally, Han-gyeol completed his military service.

After his discharge, the first thing we did was visit both sets of parents to greet them again. Both my parents and Han-gyeol’s parents praised and congratulated us, saying we had worked hard.

Afterward, we met up with Harim and Jang Yujin for drinks, and we also made time to meet other people we had to see. Once we finished meeting everyone, I didn’t part from Han-gyeol for even a moment.

From waking up in bed in the morning to falling asleep at night, I stuck to him like glue.

We did everything together—laundry, grocery shopping, and cooking meals. We made up for all the things we couldn’t do while Han-gyeol was in the military. We never parted.

Though a bit embarrassing, we also made up for all the missed physical affection. Thanks to his consistent workouts, Han-gyeol’s stamina had improved, and… every day was just... hehe.

I’m already wondering if the nights we’ll spend in Jeju Island, where we’re headed now, will be just as fiery. Every single day, without fail. The thought alone makes my heart race.

“Hehe… Just thinking about it makes me happy.”

“Eun-ha, what are you daydreaming about like that?”

“About being with Han-gyeol every night.”

“Eun-ha, you don’t have a filter anymore, do you?”

“So what? It’s just the two of us~”

Even though I’m like this, I do know when and where to draw the line.

“True. It’s just the two of us~ Come here.”

“Okay!”

When Han-gyeol opened his arms, I dove straight into them.

Ever since his discharge, he’s been openly expressing his affection for me even more. I guess he also wanted to be lovey-dovey, just like me. Realizing we felt the same made me so happy.

“Let’s have lots of fun in Jeju Island.”

“As long as I’m with you, I’m fine with anything.”

“Same here~ Let’s go eat something delicious.”

“Black pork! And also gukbap noodles!”

“Sure. Let’s eat everything~ But first, let’s head to the gate for our flight.”

“Yep! Let’s go!”

Hand in hand, Han-gyeol and I walked to the gate.

Even after sitting down on the plane, we didn’t let go of each other’s hands.

“You know, this might be a weird time to ask, but you have your second exam next month. Are you sure it’s okay to be traveling?”

“It’s rare for people to pass everything in one go anyway. I studied, of course, but honestly, I don’t feel too confident. I was planning to focus harder on next year’s exam. So, don’t worry—I didn’t push myself to come.”

“Okay, I trust you. You always manage things well. But still, if there’s anything I can help with, just let me know.”

“You’re already helping a lot, you know. Bringing me fruit while I study~”

“Ah, it makes me feel like a wife. I kind of like it~”

I grinned brightly as I spoke.

“It felt new to me too, like I was being cared for as a husband.”

“I’ll peel them for you often~ And I’ll peel mandarins for you in Jeju Island too!”

“You’re spoiling me too much. Let me do something for you too.”

“Alright, then you can peel them for me. Hehe.”

“You’re too cute. Let’s have lots of fun.”

“Yes, let’s have so much fun! And take lots of photos.”

Before long, the plane took off, and about an hour later, we arrived at Jeju Airport.

As soon as we stepped out of the gate, palm trees greeted us warmly.

Jeju Island was a place Han-gyeol had wanted to visit before his enlistment, and we finally made it.

We were steadily fulfilling all the dreams we had envisioned together.

“Palm trees…!”

“Eun-ha, you look so excited~ Let’s go rent a car quickly.”

“Rent a car…! Let’s go!”

Back when I was twenty, it had been a bit tricky to rent a car since I hadn’t had my license for a full year. But now, it was no problem.

I suggested public transportation would be fine, but Han-gyeol insisted on renting a car, saying he knew how to drive.

Though I agreed, my parents were initially against it.

They worried it’d be dangerous since he didn’t have much driving experience. But after he took them on a drive to Yeongjongdo to demonstrate his skills, they finally gave their permission.

Honestly, there’s nothing Han-gyeol can’t do.

“Is there anything you can’t do, Han-gyeol?”

“Huh? What brought that up?”

“Well, you even know how to drive, even though you weren’t a military driver~”

“Guess I’ve got a knack for it.”

“You’re so cool.”

“And you’re so pretty, Eun-ha. Ah, there’s our car.”

Like a pro, Han-gyeol started taking photos and videos of every corner of the rental car.

“Why are you taking pictures?”

“To document any scratches or dents that were already here. That way, we won’t be blamed when we return it.”

“Ah, smart.”

“Though it’s not too strict here since we can just return the car and leave. But better safe than sorry. All done—let’s get in.”

“Yep!”

Sitting in the car with just the two of us felt fresh and exciting. It was our first time alone in a car, and the new experience made the corners of my mouth twitch up.

No, I had to hold it in. It’d be embarrassing to grin like a kid just because I was sitting in a car.

“Eun-ha, you’re grinning so much.”

“Ugh—was I that obvious?”

“You’re adorable. Alright, time to buckle up~”

Leaning in, Han-gyeol gently pulled my seatbelt across me.

With a click, he fastened it and flashed me a bright smile before settling back into his seat.

Sometimes, he’s so sly it drives me crazy. My heart was about to burst.

Noticing my flustered expression, he teased me.

“Eun-ha, your face is bright red. So, this works, huh?”

“You little fox…”

“It’s been a while since I’ve seen you so embarrassed. I like it.”

With an innocent smile, he radiated mischief, and I decided to retaliate.

Unfastening my seatbelt with a click, I leaned forward.

“Why are you unbuckling your seatbelt?”

“To make you blush just as much.”

“Huh? What do you me—mmph!”

I leaned in and pressed my lips against his, slipping my tongue into his mouth.

By now, I knew exactly what kind of kiss he liked.

Stealing his breath away, I slowly pulled back, leaving a thin, white thread between us.

“Now… we’re even, right?”

As I smiled, Han-gyeol mumbled softly.

“You little fox…”

****

After dropping off our luggage at the accommodation, Han-gyeol and I went out for lunch together.

The sizzling sound of Jeju black pork filled the air, and as always, Han-gyeol was staring intently at the meat as it grilled. He always made that face whenever meat was cooking—it was so cute. I couldn’t help but stare at him with the same intensity.

“You can eat now~”

“Thank you.”

The moment the staff spoke, Han-gyeol eagerly grabbed his chopsticks.

I picked up the most delicious-looking piece of meat and placed it in his bowl.

He looked at me and said,

“This is the best-looking piece…?! Eun-ha, you eat it.”

“No, it’s for you. I want to see you eat it!”

At my words, the corners of his lips lifted into a gentle smile.

“I’m touched…”

His sincere gaze made me want to melt. He was just too adorable.

“Don’t get so emotional over one piece of meat~”

“It makes me feel so loved.”

“Well, I love you a lot~ Now hurry up and eat.”

“Alright, I’ll enjoy it~”

As always, the first piece of meat had to be dipped in salt.

I always wondered if today might be different, but he never skipped the salt.

This time, too, I watched his chopsticks intently as he dipped the meat into the salt and then popped it into his mouth.

I swear, it was so cute I could have died on the spot.

Living with him, I’ve come to notice so many of his little habits.

And honestly, the process of learning all these small things about him is so delightful and makes me so happy.

After swallowing his bite, he smiled brightly and placed a piece of meat in my bowl.

“Eun-ha, you try it too.”

“Is it good?”

“It melts.”

Hearing that, I looked around quickly.

It was a weekday lunch, so there weren’t as many people as I’d expected.

“Feed me.”

“Right now?”

“Yeah.”

“Alright. Open up.”

The moment I opened my mouth, he fed me the meat.

Just like he said, it melted in my mouth.

As I smiled with delight at how delicious it was, he looked at me with a satisfied expression.

“You eat so prettily.”

It felt so wonderful to be loved like this.

“Is it good?”

I nodded enthusiastically in response to his question.

After that, we ate until we were completely full.

Once we finished our meal and paid the bill, we moved straight on to our next plan.

Both of us are pretty organized people, so we had mapped out an efficient itinerary for the trip.

“Now let’s go get some tangerine tarts!”

“Sounds good. By the way, the meat here was amazing. Should we come back if we have time later?”

“Was it that good~?”

“It was unbelievable.”

“Alright! We’ll come again if we get a chance!”

“Okay, then shall we head out?”

“Yep!”

With a beep, he unlocked the car. I immediately dashed ahead of him to the car and kindly opened the driver’s side door for him.

“Han-gyeol, get in~!”

“Pfft—! Did you run all the way over just to open the door for me?”

“What do you think? Polite, huh? Are you falling for me all over again?”

He burst into laughter at my antics, holding his stomach as he laughed uncontrollably.

Seeing him laugh like that made me feel so happy.

Once he calmed down, he came over to me with a big smile.

“That’s really polite. I’m definitely falling for you.”

“Really? Just wait—I’ll make you fall for me even more. Get ready~”

“I’m falling every day.”

“Then today, I’ll make sure you fall every hour!”

“You can stop wooing me now, you know?”

“I’ll woo you forever~”

This is just so much fun.

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