Prologue
The humid air drifted in through my open window, carrying the faint, sweet scent of cherry blossoms from the bush just outside. It mingled with the familiar, slightly metallic smell that lingers after an afternoon shower, which had just passed~
On the sleek, minimalist surface, my laptop screen cast a bright, focused glow, its open spreadsheets a stark contrast to the sprawling cityscape beyond~
I reached for my mug, taking a slow sip of the steaming Gukhwa-cha, its chrysanthemum aroma that comforts my sensitive smell. The warmth spread through me, a small anchor in the quiet intensity of the morning~
Leaning back in my chair, I stretched, feeling the familiar ache in my shoulders begin to ease. My gaze drifted out the window, drawn by the expansive view~
Just as I thought I could get a sigh, a sudden ring of notification hit my phone~
Turns out it was my cousin who's now living in New Zealand. Her mom married a kiwis man there and even though Marin was against their marriage, seems like she's enjoying the countryside life now~
Evelyn Kim
My sachon yeodongsaeng
Marin
Still working on your laptop?
Evelyn Kim
Speaking off...
Marin
If I were you, I would be so bored to death😮💨
Evelyn Kim
Well it pays me, so I can bear the boredom
Evelyn Kim
How's life there, Marin?
Marin
It was fun and peaceful!
Marin
I get to feed the chicken and sheep!
Marin
Something that I couldn't find in a city with heavy traffics, polluted air,
Evelyn Kim
You're so real for that
Evelyn Kim
What a cute boy😍
Marin
He's the only exception lolol
Evelyn Kim
What's his name?
Evelyn Kim
He looks so well behaved ahh i'm cryingg
Marin
Yes, he learned it from me!😌
Marin
My baby's name is Geum
Evelyn Kim
Seriously Marin?
Evelyn Kim
You just translates the english word gold to korean
Evelyn Kim
You could've have pick a better name like Leo, Cali or Chuck
Marin
I need to talk to you about something important.
Marin
Just listen to me and don't overreact
Evelyn Kim
Cous, you're scaring the hell out of me
Evelyn Kim
Just go straight to the point
Marin
Please don't get mad at me🥲
Evelyn Kim
WAIT, ARE YOU PREGNANT?!
Evelyn Kim
YOU'RE ONLY 19!
Marin
Let me finish my words first!😮💨
Evelyn Kim
You almost scared me😂
Marin
If only you didn't overreacted!🙄
Marin
Have you heard about Love in Progress?
Evelyn Kim
No I haven't, am I missing out on something?
Marin
Whyy not? it's all over social media now
Evelyn Kim
Tell me what it's all about, cous!
Marin
I signed up for a popular dating website last week. It usually takes at least a week to get a reply from them.
Marin
The app lunches today, which also its operational start.
Evelyn Kim
Why are you on a dating website?
Evelyn Kim
Did your mom know about this?
Evelyn Kim
I'M TELLING HER!
Marin
I can't believe you would snitch on me, cous!🙄
Marin
But no, it's not for me
Evelyn Kim
Who is it for then?
Marin
I signed up using your name and your email address😚
Marin
I'm almost starting to think you're in a relationship with your laptop because of how intense your quality time together is.
Evelyn Kim
It's because i'm working in a company that requires my laptop, idiot😑
Marin
Yeah you watched k-drama on your laptop
Marin
You eat with your laptop
Marin
You sleep with your laptop, you even take it to the bathroom
Marin
Why don't you just marry your laptop?
Evelyn Kim
Hey, I was just playing some music that's why I always take it to the bathroom!
Marin
As a concerned sachon,
Marin
I can't bear seeing you suffering for being single since birth🥲
Evelyn Kim
Hah i'm not suffering!😤
Marin
Oh really? who will open your water bottle for you?
Marin
Who will reach for something you can't get because it's too high?
Evelyn Kim
I can do that myself!
Marin
Who will always remind you that you are beautiful and lovable?
Marin
No one because you're freaking single!
Marin
You're so old already
Marin
I signed up your name because you need this
Marin
You need someone who will make things easy for you
Marin
Who will love you for who you are, Evelyn
Evelyn Kim
You sound older than me.
Marin
Hey i'm trying to have a moment here!
Marin
Just try it cous, if it doesn't work out at least you tried.
Marin
Expect an email from them, cous
Marin
Don't worry Eve, it's safe and legit. I fact-check it!
Evelyn Kim
Seems like I can't back out now
Evelyn Kim
Fine, i'll try!
Evelyn Kim
I'll see if works for me
Marin
Also, I heard there's a lot of hottie joining the app
Evelyn Kim
I couldn't wait to dump one
Marin
Any ways, I have to get back to work!
Marin
My mom is trying to make my chick fat
Comments
Gojo EnhypenTXT/EngeneMoa🦊 ✨
This looks interesting and i can't wait to see how the story will develop. Take your time, since you also have the other chat story, and of course you shouldn't pressure yourself.
That being said i can't wait to see more /Smile/
2025-06-30
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Gojo EnhypenTXT/EngeneMoa🦊 ✨
Usual reaction of a cousin.... Overreacting /Slight/
2025-06-30
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Gojo EnhypenTXT/EngeneMoa🦊 ✨
The laptop lives it's best life /Facepalm/
2025-06-30
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