Chapter 90;DISGUISE AND DECEPTION

Chapter 90

I met his gaze, my head shaking in adamant denial. "I've already told you, no one laid a hand on me," I said, the words spilling out in a fervent attempt to convince. But Hyun Min's silence was suffocating, his gaze lingering on mine like an unyielding challenge. I felt my skin crawl beneath his scrutiny, my self-consciousness escalating with each passing moment.

I forced a nonchalant tone into my voice, trying to divert his attention. "It was just a fly buzzing around my face," I said, the words tumbling out in a hasty explanation. "I swatted at it and accidentally hit myself. That's the truth," I added, attempting to dispel his concerns with a confident smile.

But Hyun Min's expression remained inscrutable, his silence more unnerving than any words could ever be. I felt a shiver run down my spine as he continued to study me, his eyes piercing deep beneath the surface. I tried to find a glimmer of doubt in his eyes, but his gaze remained steadfast, his silence a palpable force that seemed to press against my skin.

I swiftly attempted to deflect the tension, desperate to shatter the oppressive silence that hung between us like a challenge. "What about the girl na yeon?" I asked, injecting a note of nonchalance into my voice. "How is she adjusting to..has she recovered her memories?" I added, hoping to steer the conversation into more tranquil waters.

But Hyun Min's response was a wall of silence. He turned away from me, his gaze drifting out to the city below, the twinkling lights casting an ethereal glow on his profile. I felt a surge of trepidation, wondering if I had misjudged the situation entirely.

Undeterred, I wrapped my arms around him, holding him firmly from behind. "Are you upset with me?" I asked, my voice barely audible over the pounding of my heart. But he remained resolute in his silence, his body rigid and unyielding.

I stood there, my arms wrapped around him, my voice barely above a whisper. "Look at me," I begged, my heart racing with desperation. "Look at me, please."

Slowly, he turned to face me, his eyes locking onto mine with an intensity that made my skin prickle. I felt like I was drowning in the depths of his gaze, my emotions swirling like a maelstrom.

In a sudden burst of determination, I climbed onto a nearby bench, my eyes never leaving his. "What are you doing?" he asked, a hint of confusion etched on his face.

"Watch!" I said, my voice firm and resolute. And without another word, I leaned forward, my lips meeting his in a passionate kiss.

He was taken aback, his body stiffening in surprise. For a moment, he didn't respond, and I wondered if I had misread the situation entirely. But then, something shifted. His lips softened, and he began to kiss me back, his arms wrapping around me like a vice.

I pulled away, but he held me back, his hands wrapping around my waist. I looked up at him, a mix of surprise and amusement on my face. "Besides, why am I even kissing you? You're not even my boyfriend," I said, trying to sound casual.

He smiled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "Well, I was thinking of asking you out on a special day," he said, his voice low and smooth. "But since you're willing to take matters into your own hands...."

My eyes widened in surprise. "No, no, no, no, no!" I laughed, trying to catch him short. "Take your time!"

But he just chuckled, his eyes sparkling with amusement. It seemed like my attempt to slow things down had only sped them up instead.

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Chu Chu stood before the imposing structure of the city's largest hospital, her eyes fixed on the towering building as if willing herself to find the one person she had come to see. Na Yeon lay somewhere within these walls, and Chu Chu was determined to find her. She adjusted her oversized glasses, the frames slipping down her nose slightly, and pulled her black jacket tighter around her slender frame. The white jeans she wore seemed to glow in the cold night, a stark contrast to the dark attire that enveloped her upper body.

With a practiced air, Chu Chu navigated the hospital's entrance, her nose mask filtering out the pungent smell of disinfectant and medication that hung heavy in the air. Her eyes scanned the bustling hallways, taking in the chaos of worried families, harried nurses, and solemn-faced doctors. She moved with purpose, her feet carrying her toward her destination with an unerring sense of direction.

Chu Chu had her ways of finding people, and she had pinpointed Na Yeon's location with uncanny accuracy. Now, all she had to do was find the right room, and she would finally be face to face with the person she had been searching for. With a quiet determination, Chu Chu walked forward, her footsteps lost in the din of the hospital's activity.

Chu Chu's eyes scanned the hospital corridors, her gaze darting between the rows of doors, searching for any sign of Na Yeon. She spotted a nurse entering a room and her instincts kicked in. With a calculated stride, she followed the nurse, her footsteps light on the polished floor.

As the nurse turned, Chu Chu's smile flashed briefly before she swiftly closed the distance between them. Her hand moved with precision, administering the injection with a swift motion. The nurse's eyes widened in surprise before her body relaxed, slumping to the floor with a soft thud.

Chu Chu dragged the nurse further into the room, her movements efficient and silent. She pushed the unconscious form under the bed, the nurse's uniform now hers to claim. She shed her own clothes, the soft rustle of fabric a stark contrast to the sterile hospital environment. The nurse's uniform fit perfectly.

She glanced at the patient, who lay peacefully asleep, unaware of the brief struggle that had just occurred. Chu Chu's eyes lingered for a moment before she picked up the tray, her movements confident and practiced. She walked out of the room, blending seamlessly into the hospital's bustling corridors.

The injection's effects would last for hours, the nurse's memories of the encounter hazy and fragmented. Chu Chu's actions had been calculated, every move precise and deliberate.