MAZE : The key to love

~Chapter 16~

He realized that’s why she had advised him to control his ice cream consumption, and he hurried to the restroom. By this time, Jessica and Ji Hu had just finished eating their sausage nuggets. Jessica needed to wash her hands, so she noticed that the restroom wasn’t far and headed that way. The restroom was set up like a hotel: you entered through a corridor and found the women’s room on the right and the men’s room on the left. Jessica went into the women’s room, and shortly after, Jeon came in and entered the men’s room. Ji Hu followed them and stood in the corridor, checking his phone while waiting for Jessica.

After a while, a random girl entered carrying a cup of coffee. She asked Ji Hu if there were restrooms inside, and he replied, “Yes, there it is,” pointing to the sign. The girl, feeling embarrassed, said, “Oh, sorry, I didn’t see it. My mistake,” and he nodded, returning to his phone. As the girl tried to move, her shoe caught on her shoelace, causing her to accidentally spill coffee onto Ji Hu’s shirt.

She apologized for the coincidence and moved faster. Ji hu got so angry that when she moved he was about to scold her and he sighed because the hot coffee burnt him. He already hated girls, he was feeling very mad at the girl. However when Jessica came out and inquired what happened after she noticed the coffee spilt in his shirt, he explained everything and started scolding teh girl. Jessica said, “ okay fine calm down. Ill clean it. ” and she took out her tissue, Ji hu started walking towards the gents washroom refusing and Said thathe would clean it in the washroom, but they stopped after 5 steps because Jessica had already started wiping off the coffee and Jeon was standing there gazing at her cleaning his shirt rather very upset. As the atmosphere was turning romantic, Jeon came out of the washroom and his eyes caught teh attention of the duo. The sudden appearance of Jessica with Ji hu and Jessica being so close to Ji hu increased his temper.

His face and eyes became red, all his nerves bumped out of his body, he went towards Jessica and strangled her Saying, “ Jessica! How come you're here? What are you doing with Ji hu? Weren't you sick? Did you lie to me? ” and he kept arguing with Jessica, Jessica who was too shocked to see him at the wrong timing, she tried to speak in between but she lost her patience as Jeon was continuously questioning her without listening to her, so she ended up raising her voice back, “ Jeon stop it! Did you even check your phone or not! ” and he took out his phone, he saw the notification bar filled with 11 missed calls and some messages from Jessica, she had mentioned that she was going out with Ji hu in the message. Jeon felt awkward at his behavior towards Jessica, he lowered his gaze and apologized.

Jessica replied, “Do you even realize what an unnecessary issue you’re making? It was really rude! But even if I'm with Ji hu, what’s bothering you?” She sighed, grabbed Ji hu's hand, and walked away, leaving Jeon behind. Everyone in the corridor was staring at the three of them. Ji hu, taken aback, tried to stop Jessica and resolve the situation, but she wouldn’t listen to him.

Jeon felt deep shame about his behavior. He left the building, caught a taxi, and asked the driver to take him straight home. Once inside, he rushed to his room and began throwing things around, creating a complete mess. He was upset for doubting Jessica, thinking he had damaged her trust in him. He leaned back on the bed and sat on the floor, feeling heartbroken.

Meanwhile, Jessica and Ji hu were on their way to the Ferris wheel. “Forget everything! Come on, let’s go to the Ferris wheel!” Jessica said, pulling Ji hu along. Just as they were about to leave, Ji hu pulled his hand away and exclaimed, “What’s wrong with you? He was just caring for you; it was a misunderstanding! He’s not a mind reader; it’s up to you to resolve things calmly! I don’t understand your behavior toward him. He may not be your real brother, but he has supported you through good times and bad! Remember that!”

Disappointed, Ji hu walked to the parking lot. Jessica, stunned by Ji hu’s sudden outburst, was at a loss for words. She had never seen him so angry, and his fury was genuinely frightening to her. She almost cried. After realizing her mistake, she wiped away her tears and headed to the parking lot. Ji hu was starting the car when she quickly climbed in and fastened her seatbelt.