The Birth of the Devil

FIRST TRIMESTER: Embryonic Stage

SUPER MIYOUNG AND THE EVIL STICK

The morning breeze was warmer than usual and I barely had a wink of sleep last night due to the embarrassment I had suffered.

Seriously!

An eye-mask bra?

Tsk.

How can I be so stupid and make a fool out of myself?

I pushed the thin cloth that was covering me at the side of the bed as I try to stretch my arms upwards. Even if I had little to no sleep, my body seemed to have rested well. I don’t know. I feel calm and…well. I covered the yawn that emitted from my mouth with a hand.

It’s a new day!

I’ll just…Let’s just forget about that, okay, my princess?

I smiled as I took a small peek at the my angel who was sleeping soundly on my bed. Her back was facing me but I was grinning like a dork, liking it too much. I stood up and folded the makeshift bed I used, comprising of layers and layers of old washed linens—hiding it under my wooden bed. I swiftly ushered myself out, careful not to make any unnecessary noise that can wake Miyoung up, and started my morning routine.

I cracked four eggs in a bowl and fried a pack of bacon in a pan while letting the rice be deliciously cooked in a clay-made pot. The jar of kimchi that I bought from the local supermarket was also brought to the table.

Good food and a handsome chef!

This is going to be a good day, Taeyeonah!

I beamed at the idea that I am now able to feed halmuni real human food. The down payment I got before the ‘failed’ mission helped me pay for halmuni’s hospital bills. But it was still a lot so I saved some and used the other half of the remaining balance for everyday needs. I was also able to buy three chickens—two hens and one rooster. I was thinking that the hens can give us eggs and the rooster can be used for the breeding process. I might have a little nice hennery for a small business soon. My family just gained another member and I am the head of it…so technically, I need to man up and provide.

I whisked the scrambled egg continuously while the bacon was being fried in the pan—continuing my day dream about my future plans. Those hens will soon give me money so I should start scouting for a market. I was about to list in my mind the people I can ask for help when a soft yawn emitted behind me.

“Good morning, Taeyeonah” It was my halmuni. She went near me and kissed my forehead. Whoever prepares the food will get a gentle pat in the head or a kiss. It was our little term of endearment every single morning. My halmuni would always tell me that every day is a new day, a new opportunity, to show your loved one how much you love them. I know, I know. It’s little mushy. But I like it. I mean, we never really know what the future holds for us, so making our beloved feel their significance to our lives is the best act we can ever do. Halmuni’s really wise and I am very happy and grateful that she was given to me.

“Good morning to the most beautiful halmuni I ever have.” I stopped whipping the eggs and returned her gesture…only to be shocked at the figure standing ten feet behind her. It was Miyoung. I froze on my spot not knowing what I should do.

Kyaaaa!

I kissed halmuni!

But do I kiss her as well?

Otoke?

Otoke?

Otoke????!!!