My Girlfriend Is Very Good to Me
234 - After: Han Sarang, Eighteen

TL/Editor: looloo

Status: ongoing

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"Hey! Wanna hit the PC bang after school?"

"Sure."

"Seoboong! You coming too?"

"Nah, gotta go to academy. Later."

"Ah fuck, what a killjoy."

"Sorry man~"

A group of kids chattering at the back of the classroom.

"Hey, wanna swing by Olive Young before going to the noraebang?"

"Why Olive Young? Need something?"

"Didn't you hear? There's a new Eglips tint out."

"Oh, today? Then we gotta go~ The color's super pretty."

More students gossiping around their desks.

The high school classroom was a cacophony of various noises. Amidst the chaos, one female student sat in a corner, scrolling through her phone with a soft smile.

Her silky hair cascaded down past her shoulders, looking as if it would slip through your fingers like water if you tried to lift it. Her bangs were parted slightly off-center.

She had small but distinct features. Her downturned eyes gave her a gentle impression, while her slightly upturned lips made others feel at ease. Her elegant face seemed almost out of place, as if she existed in a space separate from everyone else.

"Sarang! What are you up to after school? Heading straight home again?"

This was Han Sarang, eighteen years old. She looked just like her mother, Lee Heena, but her eyes and aura were the spitting image of her father, Han Yeonho.

She turned her head at her friend's call. But unlike her usual cheerful demeanor, there was a hint of shadow in her expression.

"Nah~ I don't have any plans."

"What? That's unusual for you. Is your dad not home?"

As Sarang admitted to having no plans, her longtime childhood friend, Lee Jooeun, immediately guessed the reason.

Jooeun knew why this girl, who excelled at everything from looks to studies to sports and even gaming, always rushed home as soon as school ended.

It was to play with her kind and caring father, who Jooeun had known since childhood.

"Yeah. He said he has to stop by the office today. So I'm trying to figure out what to do~"

Jooeun inwardly rejoiced as she watched her friend ponder with her chin in her hand, letting out a thoughtful "Hmm~". She wanted to hang out more often with Sarang, her childhood friend and closest confidante. But Sarang was such a daddy's girl that opportunities were rare.

Of course, having witnessed it since they were young, Jooeun had learned to accept it. But there were times when she felt a bit hurt that Sarang didn't want to play with her.

What kind of kid prefers making dinner for their dad or just spacing out next to him over hanging out with friends?

"Then how about-"

Jooeun didn't want to miss this chance.

She was about to suggest a plan - shopping in town, hitting the noraebang, and then chatting at a cafe before heading home - when suddenly:

"Oh? Sarang's not going home? Wanna come to the PC bang with us?"

"Hey, what are you on about! No way she's going to a PC bang!"

"Hmm~ A PC bang, huh~"

Park Siyoon, who had been recruiting people for the PC bang earlier, suddenly cut in. Jooeun glared at him, trying to chase him away, but Sarang seemed somewhat intrigued by the idea.

She thought gaming would be a good way to kill time until her dad got home.

Sarang was incredibly skilled at all sorts of games, having played many with her dad and brother since childhood. She was even great at the AOS game that had been popular since her dad's generation.

Of course, the reason her skills improved was purely because "I can play with Dad, and he praises me when I do well-" This daddy's girl mentality was her driving force, but the other kids had no way of knowing that.

To them, she was just a high school girl who loved gaming and was insanely good at it.

And so.

'Shit, was I too obvious? No, it was casual enough.'

While Park Siyoon thought he had made the suggestion nonchalantly, he actually had ulterior motives. They had gone to the PC bang as a group a few times before, so it wasn't a completely out-of-the-blue suggestion.

Siyoon felt his heart racing and his palms getting sweaty as he stared at Sarang's lips, waiting for her answer.

He was aware of his feelings for Sarang. He'd never told anyone, but he was certain most of the guys in class felt the same way.

There were countless reasons to like Sarang, and not a single reason not to. She was beautiful, smart, had a great personality, and was even amazing at gaming. What wasn't there to like?

The problem was that she was so close with her family that she always went straight home, leaving no chance to hang out after school. But just now, he overheard that she had no plans today.

Of course, Siyoon didn't always keep Sarang in his sights or pay attention to what she said. But once she caught his eye, he couldn't help but focus on her.

Whenever he happened to have a long conversation with Sarang about a shared interest or topic, he'd keep replaying that moment in his mind after getting home. Just like any other lovestruck teenager.

Sarang always smiled easily, but when that smile was directed at him, his heart would skip a beat.

Just like now, as she turned to him with her usual warm smile, seemingly having made up her mind.

"Sure, let's go! But you guys suck, don't you~"

"Hey, what are you talking about? Don't you remember how I carried last time?"

"Nope, don't recall~"

As Sarang accepted the offer and some playful banter ensued, Siyoon inwardly cheered. He even found her slightly rough way of speaking cute, despite it not matching her pure and innocent appearance and bell-like voice.

And he wasn't the only one. The rest of his friends waiting behind him felt the same way.

"Damn, is there anyone here better than One Rep? Our class is fucked."

"So how are we splitting positions?"

"We'll just figure it out ourselves and One Rep can fill whatever's left. She's good at everything anyway."

"Shit, I really didn't feel like going to academy. Should I join too?"

Their voices were filled with excitement as they chattered again. Even Seo Buwon, who had initially refused Siyoon's invitation, was now hinting at wanting to join.

While everyone was elated by Sarang's decision, only Jooeun, who had tried to claim Sarang for herself first, puffed out her cheeks.

"What the hell! I wanted to go shopping and to a cafe with you today!"

"Huh? You did? I'm sorry~"

"Ugh, whatever! Just go to your stupid PC bang! I'm going home!"

"Don't be like that, Joo. Come with us~"

"What would I even do there?!"

Unfortunately, Jooeun didn't have any games she particularly enjoyed. If she went, she'd just end up occupying a seat and web surfing or just watching. That's why she felt even more upset with her childhood friend who wouldn't hang out with her even today.

Sarang chuckled softly at her friend's sulking and grabbed both of Jooeun's cheeks, turning her face towards her.

"Joo."

"What?"

Forced to make eye contact with Sarang, Jooeun couldn't look her in the eye and instead darted her gaze around. Even as another girl, Sarang was almost too pretty to look at up close.

But Sarang continued speaking, holding Jooeun's face regardless of her reaction.

"What would you do there?"

"W-what do you mean..."

"Just stay by my side. Got it?"

"......"

As Sarang's smile grew even warmer, Jooeun felt her face getting hotter in real-time.

'This... this crazy face genius...! Damn, it'll be so boring there... I'll just end up staring at Sarang's face... Which isn't so bad, but...'

Jooeun didn't have romantic feelings for girls. But just as guys might admire an exceptionally handsome man's face, she couldn't help but marvel at Sarang's beauty every day.

Sarang was the spitting image of her aunt, who was so beautiful she could put celebrities to shame. Add to that the comforting aura of her uncle, who she saw every time she visited, and when Sarang used that combination to "seduce" her like this, Jooeun was powerless to resist.

"Joo. Answer me."

"Fine! I'll go, okay!"

"That's my girl~ You're so sweet, Joo~ We won't stay long, want to hit up a cafe after? I heard a new one opened near your place."

"Really? You promised!"

"Of course, of course~"

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After school.

Several students who had agreed to go to the PC bang remained in the classroom. Even more than initially planned.

"Why's this asshole here when he said he had to go to academy?"

"Look who's talking, Mr. I'll-play-with-you."

"Fuck off, dipshit. Ah shit, now we need two more for an in-house. Fuck."

"Isn't this everyone? Let's go."

Three more guys had joined besides the four Siyoon had initially recruited. Their motives were obvious, same as everyone else. It was all because of those two. Not just Sarang, but Jooeun was quite popular too, being the cute type.

While some guys had long given up on Sarang, thinking she was out of their league, Jooeun was cute and pretty enough to be worth a shot. In fact, Jooeun had received more confessions than Sarang so far.

Though she hadn't accepted any yet, preferring to hang out with Sarang over having a boyfriend.

"Are we all set? Let's get going."

"Okay."

Jooeun clung to Sarang's arm, urging her to leave. She was hoping they could finish up quickly at the PC bang so they'd have more time at the cafe together.

Just as everyone was about to leave the classroom in high spirits, except for Sarang who was just looking to kill time:

-Brrring!

"Hm? Who's... Ah! It's Dad!"

-The sudden ringing of a phone made everyone freeze as Sarang checked it and exclaimed in a noticeably brighter tone than before.

They all felt a sense of dread. They knew how much Sarang loved her family, especially her dad.

So they all stopped in their tracks and focused on Sarang's phone call.

"Hello? Dad? What's up? Yeah, school just ended. I was about to go out with some friends... Huh?! Really?! Yeah! I'm free! Friends? No?

We weren't planning on hanging out today? I'll come right away! Oh, what about Somang? Should I pick her up? Really? Somang's out with her friends? Mom's working late too? So it's just you and me for dinner? Dad, I'm coming right now, just wait a bit!"

Her voice grew more and more excited, making it clear how happy she was even without hearing the content.

A heavy sense of resignation settled in their hearts. Their plans with her had been tossed aside like a used rag, but they couldn't even complain.

They all knew how cold Sarang could be when it came to her family, especially her dad, despite her usually easy-going and gentle nature.

Soon, Sarang ended the call and bowed her head slightly to everyone in apology.

"Sorry~ My dad called so I have to go! Let's go to the PC bang next time! Joo, I'm sorry to you too! I'll make it up to you, I promise!"

"Well... can't be helped if your parents called..."

"Yeah..."

The guys couldn't hold her back and just mumbled their disappointment. But Jooeun, instead of being discouraged by the canceled plans, spoke up with a hint of expectation in her voice.

"Are you going to eat with your dad? Can... can I come too? It's been a while since I've said hello..."

From her perspective, she'd known him since she was a baby, so there was no awkwardness in meeting her friend's dad. Plus, Han Yeonho had always been incredibly kind and caring towards her, his daughter's best friend. She even had a crush on him when she was in elementary school.

So Jooeun enjoyed both hanging out with Sarang and seeing her uncle. This was much better than going to a PC bang.

But Sarang immediately caught onto the slightly shy tone and reaction.

"...Hey, Joo. Don't tell me you still..."

"What are you talking about! I just want to see him after so long! I haven't been to your place in a while, so it's been a long time since I've seen him!"

She hurriedly denied it at Sarang's murderous tone. She only liked him when she was little; now he was just her friend's dad who always made her feel comfortable. That was her honest feeling.

"No way. I don't trust you. You're banned from our house from now on."

"What are you saying! I'm telling you it's not like that!"

"If you text Dad separately, you're dead, got it?"

"I won't, okay... Why would I even do that..."

Even though her childhood friend wouldn't believe her.

Author's Note:

Ta-da! Instead of high school Yeonho and Heena, here's high school Sarang! A short after-story extra starting with nothing but daddy's girl antics.

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