𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗣 | ʸᵃⁿᵍ ʲᵘⁿᵍʷᵒⁿ

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AS WE SETTLED into the cottage, the reality of our predicament sank in. The room was small, with just enough space for a bed, a small table, and a few chairs. The walls were adorned with simple paintings, and a soft, warm light streamed in through the curtains. Despite its simplicity, there was a certain charm to the cottage that made it feel cozy and inviting.

I couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions as I took in the surroundings.
As my eye drifted from the kitchen and to the main part of the cottage my smile fell.
- there was only one bed...

On one hand, I was grateful for the beauty of the place, and the serenity it offered amidst the chaos of our unexpected pairing. On the other hand, the sight of the single bed brought a sense of unease. How were we supposed to share such intimate quarters?

I glanced at Jungwon, hoping to find a hint of reassurance or a solution to our predicament in his expression. But like me, he seemed taken aback by the sight of the bed. His eyes widened, mirroring my own disbelief. It was clear that he shared my reservations.

"Yeah, no, there's no way I'm doing this," I blurted out, my voice filled with a mixture of embarrassment and defiance. I couldn't fathom the idea of sharing a bed with someone I barely knew, regardless of how attractive or charming he might be. It was simply too intimate, too personal.

Jungwon, to my surprise, remained remarkably composed. His voice was calm and measured as he replied, "If we have to, I'll sleep on the floor." He placed his luggage against the wall and started to arrange his belongings as if making himself at home. His nonchalant demeanor contrasted with my growing unease.

I sighed, realizing that he was willing to make the best of the situation. Perhaps he was more accustomed to adapting to unexpected circumstances than I was. I followed suit, placing my belongings next to his, trying to find a way to accept the circumstances with grace.

We both knew that this arrangement was far from ideal, but we had no choice but to navigate through it together. As we settled into the cottage, the silence between us grew heavier, filled with unspoken thoughts and uncertainties. The weight of the situation hung over us, casting a shadow on what could have been a carefree experience.

Sitting on the chairs, we contemplated our next move. The prospect of spending nights in such close proximity felt invasive and uncomfortable. But the reality was that we had no alternative. We had to find a way to coexist, to make the best of an unexpected situation.

"I guess we'll have to make the best of it," I finally spoke, my voice tinged with determination. I looked at Jungwon, hoping that he would share my resolve. He nodded in agreement, a flicker of understanding passing between us.

I leaned back in my chair, crossing my arms and raising an eyebrow at Jungwon. "Well, well, looks like we're in quite the predicament, huh? Never thought I'd see the day where I'd have to share a cottage with my biggest rival."

Jungwon smirked, his eyes glinting with a mischievous spark. "Oh, believe me, the feeling is mutual. The thought of spending a night in such close proximity with you is absolutely thrilling."

I scoffed, rolling my eyes. "Please, spare me the sarcasm. We both know we'd rather be anywhere else but here. But since we're stuck, I suppose we'll have to find some way to survive the night without tearing each other apart."

Jungwon chuckled, leaning back in his own chair. "Agreed. It's not like we have much of a choice, do we? And who knows, maybe this will be a chance for us to get to know each other beyond our academic rivalry. Who knows, we might even find some common ground."

I snorted, unable to hide my skepticism. "Common ground? With you? I highly doubt it. But hey, stranger things have happened, right?"

As we continued our sarcastic banter, a strange sense of camaraderie began to emerge. It was as if our rivalry had taken on a new dimension, a playful banter that was laced with a hint of curiosity. We were academic adversaries, but perhaps there was more to this dynamic than met the eye.

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