Living Dangerously with a 999-Year-Old Gumiho – Chapter 61

“…”

Yoonhwa quietly pulled the blanket over herself, leaving only her eyes and ears exposed, and continued to focus on Hyun’s story.

Hyun’s emotions began to escalate as he faced his past.

His voice started to tremble, and soon, tears began to roll down his cheeks.

The pain and sadness he had kept hidden surged all at once.

Without realizing it, Hyun started to cry silently, shedding tears.

As soon as Yoonhwa saw Hyun’s tears, she hurriedly threw off the blanket and stood up.

She approached Hyun and gently wrapped her arms around his shoulders.

Yoonhwa’s embrace was cozy and warm.

She held Hyun tightly, letting his head rest on her belly.

Yoonhwa wanted to empathize with his sadness as she enveloped his body.

“It’s okay, Hyun…”

“You can cry. I’ll listen to everything.”

Yoonhwa’s voice was soft and warm.

She reached behind Hyun, stroking his back to soothe him.

In Yoonhwa’s embrace, Hyun poured out his sorrowful tears, releasing the deep sadness from within him.

In Yoonhwa’s arms, Hyun could express the emotions he had suppressed for so long.

Yoonhwa gently patted Hyun’s back and whispered comforting words.

The living room was quiet, and inside the room, Nomi was deeply asleep.

Hyun trembled in Yoonhwa’s embrace, silently shedding tears.

His tears were evidence of the sadness and loneliness that had built up over time.

In Yoonhwa’s arms, he did not have to hide his feelings anymore.

“I… I was really lonely…”

“Yoonhwa… thank you so much…”

“For being here…”

Hyun’s voice was small and trembling, barely audible.

But Yoonhwa heard every word he said.

She warmly wrapped her hand around Hyun’s to share his sadness.

Yoonhwa whispered softly to Hyun.

“If I didn’t have you, Hyun…”

“I would’ve been really lost.”

Hyun began to calm down gradually, and his tears slowly subsided.

Yoonhwa’s warm hug and soothing words brought Hyun a great sense of comfort.

Leaning on Yoonhwa’s belly, he started to catch his breath as his eyes gradually closed.

Feeling Hyun beginning to calm down and breathe evenly, Yoonhwa realized he was slowly drifting into sleep.

She carefully tried to detach him from her arms and gently moved him onto the soft blanket laid on the floor.

Yoonhwa’s movements were very careful and gentle, making sure not to wake him.

After laying Hyun on the blanket, she covered his body with it.

Seeing Hyun’s face looking peaceful, she pulled the edges of the blanket up to his shoulders.

Yoonhwa quietly sat beside Hyun, watching him smile in his sleep.

The blanket gently wrapped around Hyun’s body, keeping him warm.

Yoonhwa carefully tucked a small pillow beside Hyun’s head.

Confirming that he had fallen into a deep sleep, Yoonhwa felt her heart warm at his peaceful appearance.

She leaned in and lightly kissed Hyun’s forehead.

At that moment, her heart filled with tender and warm feelings for Hyun.

She wished for him to feel secure and slip into a comfortable sleep.

However, right after the kiss, Yoonhwa suddenly realized what she had done.

“What did I just do…!!”

Yoonhwa chastised herself, wondering if she had expressed too personal feelings while Hyun was asleep.

Her face turned red, trembling from the sudden wave of embarrassment and surprise.

With her heart racing, Yoonhwa cautiously stepped back.

She quietly turned off the lights in the living room where Hyun slept and carefully made her way to the room where Nomi was sleeping.

Upon entering the room, Yoonhwa confirmed that Nomi was quietly breathing and asleep.

Watching Nomi’s peaceful form, Yoonhwa felt a little calm return to her heart.

She gently closed the door and headed towards her own bed in the dark.

She lay down on the bed, pulling the blanket up to wrap herself.

The room was quiet, and only the moonlight pouring in from the window illuminated Yoonhwa’s face. She closed her eyes, reflecting on her actions toward Hyun that night.

Her mind was filled with complicated thoughts.

After listening to Hyun’s story, she recalled the lie she had told him about not having parents.

Yoonhwa thought about why she had said such a thing; her feelings of loneliness and emptiness had made her say it.

But now, after hearing Hyun’s pain, she realized that lie was a really irresponsible and insensitive thing to do.

Yoonhwa was tormented by the fact that even though Hyun had shared his deepest pain with her, she had not been honest from the beginning.

She pondered whether she should confess the truth to Hyun or keep that secret to herself.

Caught between guilt towards Hyun and conflicting emotions, Yoonhwa gradually fell asleep.

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The next morning, Hyun woke up feeling the sunlight flooding the room.

Looking at the clock, it was 7 AM.

He slowly got up, feeling the remnants of the emotions he experienced late at night still lingering in his heart.

Waking up in the cozy blanket, Hyun reflected on the warmth and comfort Yoonhwa had given him the night before.

He briefly felt embarrassed as he tried to organize his emotions.

Remembering once again how much Yoonhwa’s kindness and warmth had comforted him, he felt grateful towards her.

Confirming that Yoonhwa and Nomi were still fast asleep, he decided to quietly prepare breakfast for them to express his gratitude.

Hyun walked quietly to the kitchen and took out the necessary ingredients.

He had decided to make a simple yet heartfelt breakfast.

He rinsed the rice and put it in the rice cooker to start cooking.

At the same time, he took out fresh vegetables to prepare side dishes.

He placed a few pieces of kimchi in a bowl, and decided to make steamed eggs with the eggs he found in the fridge.

To make the steamed eggs, Hyun gently whisked the eggs, adding a bit of salt and water.

Then, he poured the egg mixture into a small pot and let it cook slowly over medium heat.

Hyun also searched the fridge for some seasoned vegetables, preparing sprouts and spinach for side dishes.

Once everything was ready, Hyun beautifully set the breakfast consisting of rice, kimchi, seasoned vegetables, steamed eggs, and fried eggs on the dining table.

He wrote a detailed note on how to use the gas stove so that Yoonhwa and Nomi could heat up the breakfast comfortably. He placed the note by the table for easy access.

[Yoonhwa, Nomi, good morning!]

[If you want to enjoy a warm breakfast, try heating up the food!]

[I wrote down simple instructions here.]

[1. Stand in front of the gas stove and place a pot or pan on the burner.]

[2. Slowly turn the blue dial clockwise to turn on the gas.]

[3. Press down on the dial in front while turning it clockwise.]

[4. The flame should ignite, then adjust the dial to create a low flame.]

[5. When the food is warm enough, turn both dials counterclockwise to turn off the gas.]

[Be careful, as using fire can be dangerous!!]

[Enjoy a delicious breakfast!]

[Hyun.]

Hyun left the note, trying to ensure that Yoonhwa and Nomi could use the gas stove safely.

He wished that the breakfast he prepared would stay fresh until Yoonhwa and Nomi ate it.

So, he inverted bowls over each dish.

This method helped prevent the food from cooling down quickly and kept dust out.

Hyun carefully covered the seasoned vegetables, steamed eggs, and fried eggs with appropriately sized bowls.

The rice and kimchi were already in containers, so they didn’t need to be covered separately.

Now, he quietly walked to the bathroom, closed the door, and hung his clothes on the bathroom hook.

After adjusting the water temperature just right, he felt the warm water from the shower rinse over him, refreshing his mood even more.

While showering, Hyun thought about the time spent with Yoonhwa and Nomi the night before and the promises he made for today.

Letting the water flow over him, he gathered his thoughts, looking forward to the warm moments from last night and the conversations he would have with the people he’d meet today.

After finishing his shower, Hyun carefully planned his next actions.

He thought about how, while changing clothes in the living room, Yoonhwa or Nomi might wake up and end up in an uncomfortable situation.

So, he decided to be even more careful.

Wrapped in a towel, he cautiously opened the bathroom door and glanced into the living room.

The house was still quiet, and there were no sounds coming from Yoonhwa and Nomi’s rooms.

After pondering for a moment, he chose the safest and most considerate method.

He quickly ran into the living room, picked up the neatly prepared clothes, and again entered the bathroom, closing the door quietly.

In the privacy of the bathroom, Hyun felt more at ease as he changed his clothes.

Inside, he put down the towel and started changing into the clothes he had prepared.

He considered how the chosen outfit would match the promise he had for today, opting for a stylish and neat look. Hyun wore a yellow shirt and well-fitted slacks.

After changing, he took one last look at himself in the bathroom mirror.

With a satisfied smile, he left the bathroom and headed to the living room.

Upon arriving, he looked for his wristwatch and socks.

He put on his wristwatch and slipped on comfortable socks.

Having completed all preparations, Hyun surveyed the living room to make sure he hadn’t forgotten anything before leaving the house.

Before stepping out, he took one last look at the breakfast and note he had prepared on the dining table.

He wished Yoonhwa and Nomi would wake up and start their new day with a warm meal.

In the end, he turned off the lights in the living room. He checked all the lights in the house to ensure there was no unnecessary electricity waste.

He was in the habit of conserving electricity, thinking about the environment.

After confirming everything was off, Hyun carefully walked out, locking the door behind him.

Hyun headed towards the town square.

He felt his steps tremble lightly as he walked towards the town square.

This tremor was a blend of nervousness and excitement.

As he got closer to the town square, Hyun’s heart became even more complicated.

Walking towards the town square, he thought about the woman he was going to meet today.

His wristwatch indicated it was 9:50 AM.

When Hyun arrived at the town square, he glanced around.

Even though it was morning, there were many people in the town square.

At that moment, he spotted an incredibly beautiful woman running towards him.

Her short white hair danced in the wind, and with every move she made, she radiated vitality and energy.

Hyun’s heart began to race unexpectedly.

She was the woman he was supposed to meet today.

As she approached, Hyun couldn’t help but smile.

She wore a cutout blouse and a black short skirt, a combination that showcased both her elegance and boldness.