Age of Youth

Chapter 4: Undergarment

The next day Da Hee woke up and sat at the table drinking a hangover beverage. During this time Ji-Won, Eun-Jae, and her listened to Ye-Eun talk about her strange dream.

Ye-Eun then finished rambling on and went to gather her undergarments. Suddenly Da Hee heard Ye-Eun scream which made her hiss in pain from the noise.

"What is it for you to scream so loud, be quiet."She told her off. "Just a cockroach." Ye-Eun said. Da Hee grumbled being too tired and annoyed so she decided to sleep for a bit before going to her part-time job in a small cafe.

Thirty minutes later she woke up once again and got ready for work. She walked since the cafe wasn't far from the house and it helped with the hangover. For the whole entire shift all Da Hee did was study, do the last bit of homework that she had remaining, and serve the few customers that came in.

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Meanwhile Eun-Jae stayed at the house and began conversation with Ye-Eun when she arrived. That was when Ye-Eun revealed the boxers she found on the balcony. They began going through the suspects. Ye-Eun believed they were Yi-Na's while Eun-Jae wasn't sure.

They had looked into Ji-Won and Jin-Myung which left Da Hee. Ye-Eun didn't think the trunks were hers as she was another version of Jin-Myung but more calm. All she did all day was study and on weekends work at the cafe. However both Ye-Eun and Eun-Jae had to admit Da Hee was beautiful so if she wanted to be with a boy it wouldn't be a problem to find one. Confused as to who could be the owner of the underwear they both spend the day trying to solve the mystery.

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Finally Da Hee's shift was over and was free to go home. Entering the house she could see Ji-Won, Eun-Jae, and Ye-Eun looking outside from the balcony. She slowly and quietly made her way towards them wanting to see what they were looking at.

"What are you looking at?" She asked startling them. "Omg, I almost died." Song exaggerated but was quickly shut down by Ye-Eun, who proceeded to point towards where Kang was kissing an older looking man. Da Hee didn't get what was so interesting so she tried to get the others away from the window.

"Stop staring, it's rude." She said hoping they would listen. Of course they didn't and instead continued looking until Yi-Na entered the house. She was immediately stopped by the trio who were anxious to question her. Meanwhile Da Hee got herself cereal and wanted for whatever was happening to be over.

The girls wanted to know everything about Yi-Na and her relationship with the man. They kept Kang at the entrance until she asked what they wanted to know.

"What does he do?" Ye-Eun asked. "Dentist" was the only thing Yi-Na answered. They continued like that for a bit more while Da Hee ate until Yi-Na got tired of their questions and went through them.

"Well, I'm going to my room to study, so don't disturb me." Da Hee said breaking the silence. Eun-Jae, Ji-Won, and Ye-Eun stayed in the living area when Song spoke. "I hope an asteroid comes down, that way everyone can die at once, with or without boyfriend." She left and only Eun-Jae and Ye-Eun were left. They talked until they each left to their rooms.

The next day everyone woke up early and went to their classes. Da Hee was tired from staying up later then usual to study, so when classes began she yawned and had her eyes closed. However she woke up the moment the professor talked about the project coming up. The teacher passed everyone the sheet which would show them their partner. When Da Hee saw who her partner was she was shocked. She looked to where Jung Ji Hoon was sitting and both stared at each other until she broke eye contact. Da Hee wasn't mad at who she was partnered with but was nervous as many girls seemed to like him and were hoping to work with him.

After class had ended and Da Hee was packing her stuff. She stopped when she saw Jung Ji Hoon standing in front of her. Although Da Hee wouldn't admit it, she thought he was very good looking. He had a perfect jawline and his face looked so marvelous. Ji Hoon is also a gentleman and kind. For a moment Da Hee was stuck in her own world until Ji Hoon began speaking. " I was wondering when and where do you like to meet for the project." He said. After a moment Da Hee answered. " Is the coffee shop near the college fine?"
" Yeah, that's okay are you available Friday, so we could work on ideas." He said. " Sure, let's meet up at 4:00 p.m." Da Hee spoke. With a final ok, Ji Hoon left and Da Hee continued packing.

The first thing Da Hee did when she arrived was take a shower and eat. The house was quiet. Song was in her room probably doing something weird and Eun-Jae was reading a book in the living room. After a while Ye-Eun entered while Da Hee washed her dishes.

" So tired, it must be nice not having to worry about a job." Ye-Eun told Eun-Jae. "Enjoy while you can, flowers fall soon." She continued. "It will get worse when I'm a senior." Ue-Eun complained. Ji-Won spoke next who had been talking in English to herself. "It depends," She began," look at Kang, she doesn't care to get certificates, or about her GPA." "That's true, I don't understand how she doesn't worry, I would be stressed out of wasn't doing good." Da Hee said trembling from just the thought of her failing. " We know you would it isn't like you don't do it already and you have the best grades." Ye-Eun commented. "Anyways, I envy her. She can work at her dad's company." Ye-Eun proceeded. " What does her dad do?" this time it was Eun-Jae who asked. "He runs a pottery factory." Ye-Eun answered. " I thought it was baby wipes." Song said a bit confused. " Well something like that. Really rich" Ye-Eun explained to Eun-Jae. " It must be wonderful, to be covered in luxurious goods, from head to toe, and having her own room."She went on. "Look down, not up. At least your better than Yoon " Song told her. "That's true." Ye-Eun said feeling better. " Maybe I can ask Kang for a job." She added. Da Hee and Song agreed to what Ye-Eun said as it would be helpful.

The next day Da Hee was working at the cafe when Jung Ji Hoon entered. She was shocked to see him there to say the least. As he walked towards her, she couldn't help but stare at his figure. She finally escaped her trance when he spoke.

" What a surprise, I didn't know you worked here."

"Yeah, I have to pay bills and rent somehow." She responded but immediately apologized. " I'm sorry that sounded very rude." " No, it's ok no harm done anyways." Well what would you like today."

" Oh, I would like a iced coffee please. Hey maybe we can work on our project right now if your not busy." He proposed. " Sure, there aren't many customers and I doubt there will more soon, just let me prepare your order and we can work." Da Hee made her way to where Ji Hoon was sitting.

" Hey I hope I didn't take long." She said worried he would be mad, but on the contrary he was calm. " Don't worry, you didn't take long. Anyways we should start."

For the remainder of her shift, Da Hee and Ji Hoon worked on their project brainstorming. She was closing the door when she saw Ji Hoon standing in front of her. He offered to walk her home, and although she protested he didn'tlisten to her. They talked all the time and sat together on the bus. As they neared the house Da Hee saw Kang talking to a guy, who was holding flowers. It didn't seem like it was a good conversation as Yi-Na seemed mad. Slowly they walked forward where Yi-Na and the guy were. After Yi-Na spotted them she turned towards the house, which left the two and the guy alone. The guy left and now only her and Ji Hoon were left. She turned to look at him and bid him goodbye which he returned. Finally she entered the house and saw the girls waiting at the table looking at her with a smile on their faces.

She knew it was going to be a long night.