Destined to be (Lee Rang fanfic)

Ch 5 : Shadows of Friendship

After a long stroll, Y/n, Yu-ri, Yeon, and Rang come to a halt, mesmerized by the bustling market sales line and the echoing calls of the vendors enticing customers. Yu-ri's stomach grumbles with hunger after the tiring walk, and she turns to Rang, saying, "Rang, I'm feeling hungry. Can we find a place to have lunch nearby?" Rang nods in agreement, his own hunger evident, and Yeon joins them shortly after. As they wander, they stumble upon a quaint eatery teeming with customers, a sure sign of its extremely delicious offerings. Y/n's mouth waters at the sight, fueling her desire to sample the food. They settle at a table on the floor, embracing the cultural way of sitting, with Yu-ri sitting next to Y/n, and Yeon and Rang across from them.
Yu-ri places an order for their usual favorites and turns to Y/n, asking, "Y/n, what would you like to eat?" Y/n responds, "I don't want to overindulge, but I'd love a serving of tofu kimchi stew with marinated crab, a bowl of rice, and some laver leaves." Yu-ri grins at Y/n's delicious-sounding order, cheekily thinking, "Seems like you have quite the appetite." Rang glances at Y/n with surprise as she places such a substantial order, assuming she must eat a lot!
When the food arrives, Y/n can't help but salivate at the sight, silently wondering if Jin is also hungry. In her mind, she hears Jin exclaim, "Don't make me jealous. I don't want to imagine the food you're enjoying." Y/n digs in, savoring each bite and humming with delight. She urges Yu-ri and Yeon to try, and they find the flavors equally pleasing, praising Y/n's exceptional taste. Yeon encourages Rang to taste as well, but Rang initially refuses. Y/n insists, saying, "Just give it a try. You'll love it." Rang relents and takes a bite of Y/n's marinated crab, his surprise evident as he savors the incredible taste. He wonders why he hadn't tried it before. Yu-ri, Yeon, and Y/n share a chuckle, knowing that Rang is now a fan. Y/n smiles and continues enjoying her meal while stealing occasional glances at Rang, who unabashedly devours the marinated crabs that she had ordered, much to Y/n's amusement ,Y/n lets out an exasperated sigh, giving Rang a pointed look that silently says, "Look who's eating what I ordered." Whereas Rang chuckles while enjoying his meal.
After a satisfying meal, Yeon rises to pay the bill, but Y/n stops him, insisting that she will cover it. She considers it a treat for being allowed to stay at the guesthouse. Rang looks surprised at her generous gesture and steps outside, waiting for Yu-ri and Yeon to join him. As they reunite outside the restaurant, Yu-ri suggests they buy fish and other ingredients to cook a delicious meal together. Rang nods in agreement, and they set off to purchase what they need. Y/n smiles at Yeon and says, "Well, I guess it's time for me to go. Thank you, Yeon, for joining us. Since Yu-ri and Rang are busy with their shopping, I'll return to 'The Moonlit Manor' once I finish my task." Yeon assures her it's alright and tells her to take care. Y/n bids him farewell and sets off, her mind filled with determination. She thinks, "Jin, I'm about to search for anything suspicious. Wish me luck." Jin's voice echoes in her mind, filled with concern, "Don't worry, Y/n. Stay focused. But I must admit, I'm still a bit upset that you've made me crave the food you're enjoying."

Y/N strolled through the lively streets of the market, her eyes taking in the colorful displays and the vibrant atmosphere. Lost in her thoughts, she didn't notice the furtive figure closing in on her until it was almost too late. Just as the would-be thief lunged for her purse, a blur of movement appeared before her.
A tall, cloaked figure swiftly intercepted the thief's hand, foiling their attempt to snatch Y/N's belongings. The thief stumbled back in surprise, retreating into the crowd. Y/N, her heart pounding with a mix of gratitude and adrenaline, turned to face her unexpected rescuer.
She found herself staring at a man dressed in black, his eyes sharp and his posture confident. His presence exuded a sense of both strength and mystery. Y/N couldn't help but feel a rush of relief and curiosity.