The Unexpected

Seul-gi: 2

After a week of being a student every weekdays, I finally got a job. Thanks to Seohyun, again. It was in a fast food chain. Nothing fancy, I know. It wasn't paying much, but the club gig was paying more than how much I needed, and it was actually okay to not work every weekdays. But it feels empty whenever I am not working in the morning. That's why I accepted the job. I only work part time.

Today, I am once again, late for my class. I felt ashamed because Miss Song was actually having an activity for this class.

"Your name, please?"

I went to her table slowly. "Kang Seul-gi." I said nervously, hoping she won't notice.

"Take one and answer the activities." Miss Song told me and looked at her wrist watch. "You only have 40 minutes left." And she gave me a look that could kill me.

"Thank you, ma'am." I said and bowed to her.

I sat down to my seat, and while I was answering the exam, my phone just rang loudly. I was already panicking, and I didn't know if I should turn it off or leave it like that.

"Please turn your cellular phone into silent mode, Ms. Kang." Her voice sounded like she was disappointed.

"Sorry, ma'am." I said and looked checked who could've given me a call. It was from my boss.

I nervously started answering again, and when I was finished, I quickly went to her table and passed my activity. I saw that as a chance to leave the room so I went over to my stuff and was about to leave the room when miss Song instructed me to stay.

"According to my records, you already had 4 absences. 2 more and you'll drop this subject. Also, you're usually late." She said, and I was so nervous.

"I'm sorry, ma'am." I replied.

"Care to explain why?" Miss Song sighed.

"I.. Sometimes, I take overtimes. I work at a fast food chain, ma'am." I didn't know what I was doing, but I could feel my palms sweating. Is she going to fail me?

"I understand."My eyes widened at what she said. "Since you're working, I'll let this slide."

I wanted to say a lot of things, but all I could do was smile and bow. I am so happy! I have never met such an amazing and understanding teacher! Finally, someone understands working students like me.

When I went out of the room, I couldn't keep the smile away from my face. So when I checked my phone, I saw our boss' message.

Boss: Come early tonight. You'll be working overtime.

Of course, I can't say no. So I ran so I could reach home early, but unexpectedly, I bumped into a car. When I fell, I felt my back and my butt hurt a little bit. Then I remembered, I bumped into a car! I have to get my stuff quickly. I was trying to clear my stuff when the driver helped me. And he handed me my stuff.

"I'm really sorry, miss. Are you okay?" He asked.

"Yeah, I'm fine. I need to go." I answered nervously and ran away.

"Wait, I'll take you to the clinic, first." The driver told me sternly.

"I'm sorry, I can't pay you for the damages." I said as I returned and stopped in front of the driver. "This is all I have left." I gave him the ring I had from Mr. Choi a few months ago. "Keep it. It might not be enough, but please don't chase after me." I said frantically and ran away.

I kept on running until I was already in front of the building. I tried to catch my breath as I enter it so I could go to my unit on the 4th floor. I was still breathing heavily. After what happened just a few days ago, I am most certain people will always find a way to oppress the poor. So I'll try to avoid them as much as I can.

When I opened the door, I immediately undressed so I could take a quick shower. I still have 4 hours before I'll go to work. As I was waiting for the shower to go hot, I went over to the closet and checked my limited supply of clothing. I chose my uniform for tonight and the black heels which was a requirement for work.

Then I went back to the shower and let it rain on my back. I felt so relaxed just feeling the warm water falling onto my skin. But I can't waste time no matter how much I wanted. So I was trying to be as quick as possible. After that, I changed into my uniform, then wore my flipflops.

I went to the fridge and took the leftover food out so I could heat it. While waiting for it, I received a message from Donghae. I miss him. He and Irene were the only friends I had in that club.

Donghae: Come to the club tonight? Drink's on me.

I told him I have work and that I am probably banned from the club because of what happened. Then I remembered her again, I wish I wouldn't have to see her. I don't know who she is or whatever I did to her, but she's fucking crazy.

After I ate, I quickly brushed my teeth and wore the heels. They shouldn't be named "heels", they should be named "hells". Okay, terrible joke, I know. I took a bus to work and went to the employee's entrance. I retouched my make-up and went out to take orders, bring drinks to the guests and such.

I came towards a table and when I saw who the guest was, I quickly recognized him as Tiffany's ex boyfriend. I slowly came to their table and ask him. "Drinks sir?" And when I glanced at his company, I felt a bit of a shock and guilt. I hope it's not the person who bumped into me. Fortunately, Edison told me his order. Mostly hard liquors.

It took me a few seconds to snap out of it and gave the order to the bartender. And when I had the drinks, I went quickly to their table and gave him his drinks. And it was mostly unlucky for me because the person beside Edison just looked up and it was him! I quickly looked away and shifted my attention to the guest I was serving.

"A-anything else, sir?" I stuttered.

He took out something from his wallet and gave me a tip. "None. Thank you."

I gladly accepted and thanked him. I quickly left the table and went back door. My right foot was hurting from all these walking. I massaged it to relieve the pain. This is why I really hate wearing heels.

I sensed someone lean on the wall, beside me, and I saw a hand holding the ring I had. Shit, it's him! I was thinking of ways to escape from him when I heard him say "I know it's important to you. I don't need it."

I looked at him and he was already smoking. "Thanks." I muttered and took the ring from him.

I didn't expect him to pin me down the wall. It was awkward, and he was still smoking! He was looking down at my chest. Wait what? MY CHEST?

"Kang Seul-gi... You're welcome."

I wanted to ask who he was but he already turn his back on me and went inside the club. I just wore the ring Mr. Choi gave me and went in the employee's locker room. I decided to wear my black shoes. I just hope I won't get caught.