Through The Window

6. It's hurt

The officer finally concluded, “So, based on the investigation, Miss Jang Wonyoung was sexually harassed by this man. As for Mr. Ahn Yujin, we can clarify he was only defending himself. Do you want to file a lawsuit?”

“No need,” Wonyoung cut him off gently.

“Alright… then what would you like?”

“I just want him to apologize to me,” she said softly.

“Wonyoung… why would you say that?” Yujin asked desperately.

“We don’t need it, Yujin.”

“But Wonyoung, this isn’t a light case—it’s sexual harassment!”

“Nvm, Yujin. I’m okay,” she said firmly.

“So… just an apology?”

“Yes,” she replied.

The man smirked nervously. “I—I’m sorry, miss. It won’t happen again.”

“Alright, you two may go back home,” the officer said.

Both Wonyoung and Yujin bowed politely and thanked him.

As soon as they stepped outside, Yujin immediately grabbed Wonyoung’s hand and guided her to the car, helping her inside carefully.

“Seriously, Wonyoung?” he asked.

“Serious about what?”

“Just now…?”

“Oh… it’s nothing, Yujin. I’m already used to it,” she replied, sighing softly.

He exhaled heavily. “I… I can’t even afford a lawyer…”

“You know I’m here, right?” she said directly.

“I know, but Yujin… we just met last night, and I didn’t want to burden you more.”

“But I’m willing to help,” he replied gently.

“I know, but it’s more than enough already. Let’s just not talk about it, please?”

“Alright… sorry. I was just mad at him.”

“No worries, Yujin. It’s okay.”

Silence fell between them.

“Uhm… how about we go home and rest?” he suggested.

She nodded.

“Do you want to eat something? Nvm, just tell me, and I’ll buy it since we haven’t eaten yet.”

“Just buy me strawberry milk and some fruits,” she said softly.

“Are you sure?” he asked.

She nodded again.

“Alright then.”

Yujin stopped at a small market near his house, and Wonyoung stayed in the car scrolling through her phone. He quickly returned with the strawberry milk, fruits, and some instant tteokbokki for later.

“Here, take it,” he said, handing her the strawberry milk.

Her face lit up, her happiness infectious. He couldn’t help but smile at how cute she looked when excited.

They drove home, and once there, Yujin handed her his hoodie.

“Um… you should take a bath first, Wonyoung. Here—my hoodie. Just wear it,” he offered.

It looked expensive… did she even deserve this? She decided not to think about it and accepted it gratefully, heading to the bathroom.

When she finished her quick bath and came downstairs, she noticed Yujin asleep on the couch. Should she wake him?