Wooyoung is a freshman in college, seeking a way to make some money part-time to pay for his tuition and room board fees. Failed after failed interview, the window of securing work started to look hopeless. That is, until, his best friend Yeosang re...
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CHAPTER 11: Tangible Tension
WOOYOUNG •••
Waking up the next morning felt bittersweet, my mind still reeling over yesterday's events. I was grateful for the fact that San respected my wishes regarding the matter, and instead made an attempt to lift my mood. However, I still felt uncomfortable about the dynamic between us. Yesterday was a moment of weakness for me, something I didn't want anyone, especially him, to witness. Now I have to deal with sharing a class with both him and Felix first thing in the morning, and end my last class with him. Therefore, there was no possible escape.
Finishing up my shower routine and dressing myself, I stepped out of the bathroom to see San still asleep. It was currently seven and I knew it would be best to wake up and leave before he would wake up. I needed some time to myself before having to deal with him all day.
Quietly stepping out of our dorm room, I made my way to the Science building for class. The weather outside was colder than yesterday, with the sky covered in clouds above. The storm was on and off throughout the night, giving a good reason for the temperature drop in the morning's atmosphere. My body, however, shivered and I could feel myself slowly getting a headache.
Last thing I need is to get sick on my third day of school...
Ignoring the feeling, I continued my walk to class, putting on a smile to at least convince myself that I could manage the long day.
Reaching the lecture hall, I noticed I was the only one inside as I walked over to my seat. Deep down, I knew what happened in the diner wasn't my fault, but the embarrassment I endured was too much to bear. Having all eyes on me while being drenched in water was an indirect sign that the job wasn't meant for me.
I sighed heavily, muttering to myself as I slumped in the chair. "At least there's another interview on Saturday... Th retail job opportunity..."
Felix stepped inside with his headphones on, glancing at me with wide eyes before rushing over to his seat next to me. "Woo? Why are you here so early?"
"I just wanted to be."
"Woo..." He said sadly, taking off his headphones. "Are you alright..?"
I nodded, plastering the best smile I could put on. "I am. I just don't want to talk about yesterday."
"Understood."
He took his seat silently and began taking out his lecture supplies. "I just want you to know that I get why you did what you did, and if it was me, I would've done the same thing."
