chapter 10

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The way she pronounced the word 'friend' dropped with disdain and mockery, sending a wave of ache through you, almost compelling tears and the urge to bang your head against the wall.

"What are you guys doing here?" You question, a mix of confusion and nervousness in your voice.

Wonyoung's devilish smirk grows and she tilts her head to the side.

"What? We just want to have fun, don't we, girls?" She retorts, followed by a chorus of 'yes' from the other girls.

Just as you were mustering the courage to ask them to leave, the sound of approaching footsteps startles you.

"Honey, who is it?" Your mom's voice rings out, causing your heart to race.

Desperate to shield your school troubles from your mom, you turn to her, at a loss of words.

"Um, they're..." You falter, uncertain, as you meet your mom's brightened gaze.

"We are her friends." NingNing interjects, offering a sweet smile.

"Friends? Oh— wow, I didn't know you had such pretty friends, Y/N." Your mom exclaims, clearly taken a back.

Swallowing hard, you manage a forced smile before turning back to the unwelcome guests.

"I'm busy, so perhaps you could visit next time." You lie, attempting to close the door, only to have Wonyoung block it with her foot.

"But we came all the way here just to hang out with you." She coos in a falsely sweet tone, pouting in sadness.

"Y/N, what are you doing? Don't be so mean to your friends. Let them in." Your mom grumbles, drawing closer and warmly welcoming them inside with a beaming smile.

You fidget nervously with your nails, unsure what to do as panic silently creeps in.

'Oh no, what am I going to do?!'

You think to yourself as you observe them entering your house.

"Y/N, take your friends to the living room while I go grab some juice and cookies for them." Your mom politely instructs as she hurries to the kitchen.

"Yeah, 'friend', Take us to your living room." NingNing retorts, shooting you a dirty look as they both snicker.

Swallowing your pride, you lead them to the living room. They cast looks of disgust around the room as they sit down.

'The place is nicely decorated and very clean, what are they looking at?'

You curse inwardly, as you position yourself far from them.

"Gosh, this house is so small." Yunjin grumbles as she removes her jacket and places it underneath her.

"It's not." You retort defensively.

Wonyoung turns to you, raising an eyebrow. "Watch your mouth, Y/N." She warns, giving you a menacing glare.

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