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Chapter 11

The weight of the past week's silence felt heavy on her shoulders as Minjeong glanced at her phone for nth time that morning. It had been seven days since Jimin started her internship at the law firm, and in that time, the distance between them had only grown. The once frequent texts and calls had dwindled to sporadic messages, and their time together had become a rare commodity.

The week had been a whirlwind for Minjeong, filled with meetings and deadlines, but her thoughts kept drifting back to Jimin. The absence of their usual interactions left a void that Minjeong couldn't ignore. The initial excitement Jimin had shown about her internship seemed to have come at the cost of their connection. The more time passed, the more Minjeong felt like she was losing touch with Jimin, and the silence only amplified her fears.

Reflecting on the past week, Minjeong remembered moments that had seemed trivial at the time but now felt significant—the missed calls, the unanswered texts, and the fleeting glimpses of Jimin's busy life through social media updates. Each small moment of silence had added up, creating a rift that felt wider with every passing day.

As the clock inched closer to the end of the workday, Minjeong found herself increasingly restless. She glanced at her phone one more time, noting the absence of any new messages from Jimin. With a sigh, she picked up her bag and prepared to leave the office, the lingering doubt in her mind casting a shadow over her usually bright demeanor.

Walking out of the building, Minjeong's thoughts were a tangled mess of frustration and longing. She missed Jimin's easy laughter and the warmth of their conversations. The silence had created a chasm between them, one that seemed to grow wider with each passing day. The bustling city streets felt unusually cold, and Minjeong shivered despite the warm jacket she wore.

When she finally reached her apartment, Minjeong took a moment to sit down and reflect. The idea of confronting Jimin about the growing distance felt overwhelming, but she knew she couldn't avoid it forever. Her feelings of uncertainty were only growing stronger, and she needed to find a way to address them.

She pulled out her phone, her fingers hovering over the screen as she debated whether to send a message. The fear of being rejected or making things worse held her back, but the need for clarity pushed her forward. Taking a deep breath, she began typing a message, hoping that opening up might help bridge the gap that had formed between them.

Hey Jimin, I know you've been busy with training, but I've been feeling a bit disconnected lately. Can we talk soon?

Minjeong hit send and watched as the message disappeared into the digital ether. She wasn't sure what kind of response she would get, or if she would get one at all. But she knew that she needed to take this step to address the growing distance and the feelings of uncertainty that had been festering over the past week.

As she waited for a response, Minjeong felt a mixture of anxiety and hope. She knew that their conversation might not be easy, but she hoped it would bring some much-needed clarity. For now, all she could do was wait and hope that they could find a way to reconnect.

Minjeong's phone buzzed with a new message, jolting her from her thoughts. She quickly grabbed it, her heart skipping a beat as she saw Jimin's name on the screen.

Just finished work. Are you free to meet up? There's a café near my workplace. I could use a break.

Relief washed over Minjeong, mingled with a spark of excitement. She quickly typed back, her fingers moving with newfound urgency.

Yes, I'd love to. I'll head over now.

Minjeong set her phone down and hurried to get ready. She quickly changed into something comfortable but presentable, a pair of dark jeans and a hoodie, then grabbed her coat and keys. Her heart was racing with anticipation, a welcome distraction from the worries that had plagued her all week.