Bleeding Heart

Chapter 9

Nanon's pov:

Wow, I was awestruck by Ohm's car. I had only ever seen his sleek motorcycle, but this was on another level.

Nanon: Your car is stunning!
I exclaimed, marveling at the vibrant orange hue.
Nanon: Orange is such a unique color for a car.

Ohm: Oh, is it?
He replied with a playful smirk.
Ohm: I'm more of a motorcycle guy, but if you find my car more attractive than me, I guess I'll never drive it again.

Nanon: Arrogant, are we now?
I shot back, grinning.
Nanon: Come on, let's go!

Ohm drove me home, and I felt a surge of contentment. I had a new friend. Our start wasn't the best, and typically, I don't give second chances to those who hurt me, but Ohm was different.

I just couldn't think straight when it came to him...

My thoughts were interrupted by Ohm's voice.

Ohm: We're here.

Nanon: Come inside. I want to introduce you to my family.

Ohm: Isn't it a bit soon, dimples?

Nanon: No! Come on!
I insisted, dragging him out of the car and into the house.

Nanon: Aunt Kwang! I'm back! And I brought a guest!

Aunt Kwang appeared, her eyes widening in alarm.

Aunt: Nanon! WHY IS HE HERE?!

Nanon: Aunt, please calm down! Let me explain naaa!

Aunt: What is there to explain? Huh? Nanon, have you lost your mind?

Nanon: Phi Milk! Come quickly! Help me hold Aunt Kwang before she kills him!

Milk: Kill who? —-WHAT IS HE DOING HERE?

Nanon: Guys, please, let me explain!

Ohm: Nanon, I think it's best if I leave.
Ohm suggested, looking uncomfortable.
Ohm: We can do this another time.

Aunt Kwang: There is no another time! Get out!

Nanon: Aunt! Why can't you just listen to me? I'm not a kid. I don't need protection all the time.

Ohm: Nanon..

Nanon: He's my friend, and Ohm, you better stay here!

"Friend?" Aunt Kwang repeated, looking dubious.

Milk sighed.

Milk: I guess we should really listen to you, brother. Come on, Aunt. Let's go to the living room. Nanon has something to tell us.

We sat down, and I launched into the story of yesterday—the day I realized I had misunderstood a boy who was just trying to keep his family at peace.

I explained everything, conveniently omitting the part where I got drunk. If Aunt Kwang found out about that, she'd have my head!

Thankfully, Phi Milk seemed calm and even pleased that I had found a friend in Ohm. Aunt Kwang, however, remained skeptical, but at least she left the decision to me.

After our talk, I walked Ohm to the door and, on a whim, hugged him goodbye. He seemed startled, clearly not used to such displays.

I giggled at his reaction.

Nanon: Well, friend, see you on Monday!

Ohm: Uh, yeah! Should I... pick you up?

Nanon: Hmm, if you insist. Just be quick... before you lose me.