Two days before the wedding, Jennie and her mother were returning home with bags and bags of stuff when their neighbour called out with a huge smile on her face
"Jennie Look who's here."
Just as she was wrapping her head around the fact that someone had come to see her, a familiar figure walked out of her neighbour's place.
Jennie sighed "What are you doing here?"
"To see you of course." He smiled and replied matter-of-factly.
Oh Jennie, that's not the way to treat your boyfriend! You should have been home to receive him, he's been waiting for you the entire morning."
"That's a small matter aunty. It's only right that I should wait for her. Besides, if it weren't for her coming back late, how would I have the opportunity to drink such fine tea at your place?"
Her neighbor was pleased at the compliment and smiled widely.
Jennie observed this ridiculous scene in silence.
Her neighbor even called him an endearing "Tae" which sent shivers down her spine.
"Jennie, this is ...?" Her mother hesitated as she studied Taehyung carefully.
"Hello aunty! I'm Jennie's ... senior high classmate!" Taehyung was quick to introduce himself.
Although this was the truth, the sly hesitation in his words made it seem like he was hinting at something more between them.
Her neighbour laughed with mirth. "My, he's shy isn't he? I say, Madam Kim, your Jennie has really landed herself a good catch. Casting Tae's good looks and temper aside, he's also a brilliant student!"
Her mother's eyes brightened at the mention. Taehyung's handsome features and good manners had already given her a wonderful first impression.
With the welcoming news that he was also very smart, she would be a fool to reject such an ideal son-in-law.
If looks could kills, Taehyung would have long been vaporized by Jennie's glare. He smiled smugly back at her, all try causing a scene if you dare.
"Let's talk at home." Seeing the look on her mother's face, she knew that the unspoken exchange between Taehyung and her was misinterpreted as affectionate.
After Taehyung had cheerily bid her neighbor goodbye, she trudged home with him close behind.
Back home, just as she was pouring him some tea, her mother quickly maneuvered her into the kitchen. "Jennie, why haven't you mention your boyfriend before?" her mother asked in a low voice.
Jennie rolled her eyes, "He already said he is my senior high classmate."
"Don't lie to me! Since when has a classmate ever travelled all this way to visit?" While her mother's tone was harsh, it belied the satisfied smile on her face.
"But this is also for the best. I always felt that I've let you down and was worried you'll feel alone. Now that someone's looking out for you, I can relax a little." She continued.
Jennie remained silent. She initially wanted to deny and air her grievances with that awful fellow but after her mom's heartfelt speech, she no longer had the heart to do so.
