54 : One Day And Maybe Then (1/2)

A day somewhere 6 years ago...

”Kim Eun Young! Aren't you forgetting something?” Dal Rae asked, raising an eyebrow at her.

”Forget what?” Eun Young obliviously replied as she turned to her friend. She didn't bother to even try thinking about it anymore. Their three hour laboratory exercise had just concluded and because she was the only one who prepared well for this activity, her professor restlessly challenged her until the period ended. No wonder she suddenly had a headache afterwards!

”You're unbelievable!” Frowning, Dal Rae crossed her arms. ”Alright Ms. Smarty Pants, because you did save me back there, dinner's on me! Don't even dare to forget Taco Tuesdays next time, okay? That's a grave sin!” She scolded. However, not long after, her expression instantly turned from being annoyed to being excited. ”Let's go! I'm starving!” Dal Rae chimed.

Eun Young had no other choice but to have her friend tag her along. She was hungry herself too! Also, she was very much looking forward to eating heavily tonight as payback against Dal Rae. That woman eats so much yet she doesn't pay a single cent! How would Dal Rae eat if she weren't around anymore?

They went to the famous Taco shop at the outskirts of the university. Many students usually hang out here but because it was already past dinner time, only a few people were around. Dal Rae and Eun Young were both fortunate to be the shop's last costumers. After placing their orders, they sat at one of the booths near the window.

”Time flies quickly huh?” Dal Rae muttered. Eun Young saw their reflections and realized that both of them were looking outside. The spot they've chosen had a wonderful view the colleges.

”Yeah.” Eun Young shortly replied.

”We're not yet finished after we graduate you know. We still have so much to do! More studying and field works at that!” Dal Rae exclaimed. ”I'm tired. I could literally hibernate for a month! I mean seriously... I'm practically just forcing my brain to think about getting myself that license and it will all be worth it!”

Eun Young nodded in agreement. ”It will definitely be worth it. Cheer up! We only have a few months left. And besides, shouldn't you be more inspired to work harder until you graduate? You're lucky that you're graduating with your boyfriend!”

Dal Rae scoffed upon hearing her words. ”Boyfriend my foot! We've been on five dates already and he's still not putting a label on our relationship! I don't think he's that interested in going steady yet.” She shrugged. ”Anyway, I don't care anymore. I mean who graduates at 28? And to think that's just his first degree!”

The waitress came to serve their food. After everything was in place, they dig in to the feast before them. ”What's wrong with graduating late? At least he finished his studies...” Eun Young said nonchalantly. Dal Rae then gave her a grim look. Seeing this, Eun Young shrank back at her couch. ”Though I do hope companies are still accepting...”

Rolling her eyes, Dal Rae shrugged it off. ”It would've been better if he was somewhat similar to that guy in Business Administration. I think his surname was 'Lee' or was it 'Lu'? Whichever it was, I heard he came from a wealthy family but for some reason, he was delayed for 2 years in middle school. Regardless, he's a real genius because not only did he cope quickly, he also studied abroad. He now has two Bachelor's degree and this is also his last year taking up his Master's degree.”

Eun Young gaped at Dal Rae. ”How did you know all that? Are you stalking him?!” She exclaimed.

Dal Rae coughed as she almost choked on her milkshake. ”NO!” She retorted. ”Geez woman, a friend just happened to tell me! Sheesh!”