Penta Ent. | JungHo ✅

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I woke from my slumber and found the room eerily quiet. "Jinho?" I called out a few more times in case he didn't hear me. I slipped out of bed then rubbed my eye to get the sleepiness out. I frowned at the fact that he left without telling me. I quickly picked up the business phone and called him. What if he was eating food that had traces of what didn't settle with his stomach? I panicked more as Jinho wasn't answering his cell. He finally answered after the fourth call.

"I see...Understood. See you." I sat down and felt dejected like a dog who had just been scolded. He purposefully didn't wake me and bring me along to a meeting just so I could rest more. He was making it seem like I have a serious illness or something along those lines. I did appreciate his thoughtfulness though. I decided to make the most of my day and do something. I was in a new place, so a bit of sightseeing was a must.

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I softly cried as I remembered I was broke. I couldn't even buy a cheap keychain. I sighed heavily as I figured I should work on curbing my spending habits. "You have taste." I looked for the owner of the voice then stepped back. "I know, I'm tall, but there's really no need to be scared." "I don't know what you want, nor do I want to." I swiftly walked away as I had never been approached randomly in the street in a long time. Yet last time's experience wasn't the best experience. I shuddered at the thought then felt something touch my shoulder.

"Sorry..." "I'm telling you, it's fine. It's a natural response." I drummed my fingers against my thigh as I didn't know what to say to her. "Let's introduce ourselves. I'm Hwan Kisoo." "Kim Jungwoo..." We shook hands then went back to silence. "I'm sure you're wondering why I approached you." "Yes. Very much." "You looked like someone I met years ago." "What was his name?" She shrugged then dug her foot into the ground. "I never got the chance to ask. I wish I did because what he did for me then helped greatly and I'm in a much better place." "So, you just randomly wander the streets hoping to meet him?" She burst out into laughter then looked at me teary eyed. "No. I just happened to have some free time today and decided to do a bit of shopping."

Kisoo was a pretty amazing woman. She ran her own confectionery and had branches in other places. Whoever that guy was would probably feel proud. I had split from her as time had passed without us knowing. "Maybe meeting her was a good thing. Her business would probably continue to grow and may be beneficial to Penta Enterprise." I felt proud of myself. I felt vibrations coming from my pocket and I took out my phone to see who was calling. "Woo, are you home?" I remained silent as I contemplated on which would hurt him the least. "No. I'm out for the weekend...Wanted to go hiking. Alone." He was quiet then let out a sigh. "Could you warn someone next time so they don't trek over in the cold to check on their best friend? Also, there are pieces of paper under your door." "Oh. Thanks for the notice Jae." I felt bad for lying, but I didn't want a repeat of last time.

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I unlocked the door to the hotel room then noticed someone standing on the balcony. "Jinho?" I pulled open the sliding door which resulted in him looking back. "You're back." "Yeah..." Was he going to scold me for not staying inside? "I apologize for going out." "You think I'm upset?" "You aren't...?" He shook his head then gestured for me to come closer. "How are you feeling?" "Much better." "Think you could accompany me tomorrow?" "I think it's more of do I want to get paid." We both laughed then shivered as the cold winter breeze blew and nipped at our faces. "Let's go inside." "Wait." He held me back then motioned to the sky. "What?" "Just watch." I quickly grabbed one of the blankets then draped it over Jinho. "Can't have you catching a cold."

"You can't either. Come closer." "I'll just get the other one." "If you want..." I picked up then blanket then draped it over myself. "The sun is starting to set." I wrapped my arms and the blanket around him then sighed. "What are you doing?" "Watching the sunset." I expected him to press, but he remained silent. I felt him lean back slightly as the sky slowly changed colors, ranging from a fiery orange to a soft pink and hints of lilac. I rested my chin atop his head then let out a contented sigh. I wished everyday was as mellow and chill as today was. "Jungwoo..." "Yes?" "Could you get me some water? I feel a bit warm." "Of course."

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I started to wake from my slumber at the sound of shuffling and rustling in the room. I looked to my left and saw that Jinho wasn't in his bed. "Is he in the bathroom...?" I quietly slipped out of bed then noticed his usually tidy area was now a mess. I kept a cool head and avoided assuming the worst. I knocked on the bathroom door and didn't receive a response. "Jinho?" Still no response. "Did he leave? But why so late..." I put on shoes then headed downstairs to see if he was in the lobby.

"He's not here." I frowned as no one was currently at the desk, especially at such a crucial time. Just as I turned to leave, someone had come to take their shift. "Excuse me." "Yes?" "Did you see someone leave from here a few minutes ago?" "No. I just got here. I'm sorry." I thanked her then hurried back upstairs in hopes he took his phone with him.