Chapter 31: Revealing Stories With Choi Yiseo And The Gym

Chapter 31: Revealing Stories With Choi Yiseo And The Gym

At the pork belly restaurant, Yu Arin ended up drinking heavily, and now she slowly opened her eyes.

It was hard to believe that she was the same girl who had been drooling and leaning over Kim Woojins shoulder in her sleep, given the alertness in her eyes now.

Uh? Youre awake?

Choi Yiseo had planned to bunk with Minji after putting Yu Arin and Min Ju-hee in her bedroom.

She was surprised to see Yu Arin awake when she entered her room to grab something.

Yes, Im awake.

Saying so, she got up from the bed. Just moments ago, she had been so inebriated that she couldnt even stand upright, but now, she felt different.

What could that be called?

You

Was she even drunk?

Choi Yiseo had her doubts but she didnt ask.

Seems like Im all sober after a bit of a nap?

Youve been in my home for just ten minutes?

Although it was too dark to see her expression, Yu Arin was smiling.

But it was slightly eerie and not a mere smile.

Ah, Im getting a call.

She casually picked up her phone and showed the screen, which displayed the name Jeong Chan-woo.

Thanks for lending me the bed, I had a good nap. Maybe I should leave now?

Choi Yiseo, who had been staring at Yu Arins back as she walked past her and out of the room, couldnt hold back and asked,

Were you pretending to be drunk?

Why? Were you curious if Woojin would do something weird?

Although she had clung to Kim Woojin, pretending to be drunk when she was with him, the moment he vanished, she sobered up.

Knowing she was Seo Yerins friend, Choi Yiseo couldnt let it go.

For some reason.

Because the classmate in front of her just had the thought to test Kim Woojin.

What are you pretending to be drunk for?

But Choi Yiseos direct questions were smoothly dodged by Yu Arin, like a snake avoiding flowing water.

I just woke up after a short nap, how funny is that?

After a small sneer, Yu Arin grabbed the door handle and pulled it down.

Im leaving? I only used the bed for ten minutes, but it felt nice.

Crack.

Thud.

Yu Arin left without answering; she was strangely unpleasant to Choi Yiseo.

Once outside, Yu Arin strolled down the street.

Her blonde hair stood out even in the dark night, drawing glances from passersby now and then.

A few intoxicated men even attempted to subtly approach her.

Excuse me! Are you a Gahyeon University student? Its me!

Hahaha, is this guy trying to get her number?

Given the proximity to Gahyeon University, it was natural for many students to be around. Yu Arin shot them a cold, disdainful look and continued on her way.

Hey, you, student of Gahyeon University?!

A drunk man grabbed her wrist and snapped at her.

Ah, damn.

Yu Arin cursed in annoyance, further provoking the man.

Whack!

Yu Arins kick landed squarely on the mans solar plexus.

Ugh!

The man, drunk and winded, doubled over.

Blegh!

He began to vomit on the ground.

A precise kick.

It was a technique that could only come from proper training; too valuable to be merely displayed under the light of the streetlamp.

Haa.

Yu Arin gritted her teeth and turned back towards her house.



No, shes just a friend from the same department. We decided to work out together since we were bored.

Glancing at Choi Yiseo, I noticed that she appeared a bit flustered, as if she didnt anticipate me being acquainted with someone like Jeong Chan-woo.

In truth, we werent exactly acquaintances.

I see.

Jeong Chan-woos expression darkened slightly upon learning that she wasnt my girlfriend.

Did Arin make it home safely yesterday? Shes not answering my calls.

Ah!

Realizing his concern, I replied with a smile.

She was completely drunk, so she stayed over at their place. I just dropped her off and left.

Yu Arin said she sobered up and went home right after you left.

Eh?

This raised the question of why she wasnt answering Jeong Chan-woos calls, and when I glanced at him,

his expression wasnt pleasant either. Still, he seemed relieved that nothing had happened between us and there hadnt been any trouble.

Lets go, we didnt come here to just run.

At Choi Yiseos suggestion, we transitioned to strength training. I quickly said goodbye to Jeong Chan-woo and followed her.

Someone you know?

Right in front of the equipment, Choi Yiseo glanced at Jeong Chan-woo and asked.

Nope. I dont really know him. I was just introduced to him as Yu Arins friend at the PC caf yesterday.

Hmm. That guy is pretty famous in the gym too. Famous for being handsome.

As I suspected.

I nodded while observing Jeong Chan-woo running on the treadmill.

Even a guy can admit hes cool. I guess it makes me feel more out of place in these shabby gym clothes.

As I spoke, glancing down at myself in the mirror, Choi Yiseo chuckled.

Forget it, you look better.

If you want to flatter me, at least do it right. Who would believe that?

Im saying

Choi Yiseo grumbled.

Not wanting to embarrass her unnecessarily, I started working out.

But arent there gyms where guests arent allowed?

Not here, I asked before bringing you, and they said its fine.

Oh.

Well, that settles it.

Today is my leg day, so youll do that with me.

Well, lets do that then.

I agreed without much thought, but honestly, I regretted it a lot. The workout, which lasted about an hour and a half, was agony, as if my legs were being torn.

Its not that I lacked strength, so I used some weight on the machines.

Woah, Kim Woojin!

Choi Yiseo appeared to be relishing it, steadily adding more weight and pushing me to my limits.

She frequently adjusted my form with a touch, which initially excited me a bit, but eventually made me want to snap her fingers.

F-fuck! Why are you doing this!

I grumble from my spot on the gym floor, as Choi Yiseo, equally drenched with sweat, responds with a laugh.

Doesnt it feel good? I started working out to avoid Minji by going out, but now I actually enjoy it.

Are you out of your mind? It feels like only crazy people gather here!

You always exaggerate things.

Exaggerate? Seriously? Cant you hear those people cursing while lifting weights? Why do they willingly lift just to complain about it?

Maybe its some kind of battle cry?

Whats the point of lifting if youre just going to drop it anyway?

Youre a mess. Lets hit the showers and then maybe a caf since its too early for dinner.

I need some sugar. Lets go quickly.

I walk to the changing room with a towel around my neck, accompanied by Choi Yiseo.

A familiar face enters the gym.

Seo Yerin, who seems to have finished her class, walks in with a bag slung over her shoulder.

Come to think of it, I heard that she started her personal training sessions on Choi Yiseos recommendation.

Yiseo and Woojin?

They coincidentally bump into each other.