stjorthotic Chapter 68 A Promise Is Made
Chapter 68 A Promise Is Made
Mina had already anticipated that Sana Minatozaki would ask that question while she was waiting for a taxi.
Of course, she could comfort Minatozaki Sana, saying that she needed to make Jung Do-hoon lower his guard and create a relaxed atmosphere for their unexpected encounter, which is why she had to find common ground with him in various ways.
but……
is it necessary?
Mina's actions so far have not deviated from the usual boundaries of friendship; they've simply talked about plays, anime, and tokusatsu.
Besides, both she and Jung Do-hoon are single adults, so what if they have some vague feelings for each other?
I really don't know what got into Sana Minatozaki.
"It's a bit intoxicating... is that not allowed?"
Of course not.
only……
What grounds does Sana Minatozaki have to say no?
She didn't answer, but simply gave the driver Mina's address.
"It's true that by arranging for you to meet him, I'm creating an opportunity for you two to have some misunderstandings, but that doesn't conflict with me talking to him a bit more, does it?"
"Stop talking."
When Minatozaki Sana looked at Mina again, her eyes were already red, which made the latter stop talking for a moment.
Although I don't approve of Minatozaki Sana's impulsive actions from my standpoint, the two have been friends for many years, so how could Mina not take care of her feelings?
The atmosphere inside the taxi suddenly plummeted to freezing point.
After a long while, Mina crossed her arms and slowly spoke, in a gentler tone:
"You didn't tell me the truth, did you? Between the two of you..."
Sana Minatozaki knew, of course, that she had messed things up again. She should have controlled her temper and cleared up the misunderstanding between herself and Jung Do-hoon first.
Mina's thoughts about him are not something that can be resolved overnight, and in terms of urgency, it is not her top priority.
But how can you possibly stay calm when your best friend or someone you care about is having a great time talking?
If I don't express my emotions, will I become the superfluous one after a while?
Moreover, the atmosphere between them was so good, and they chatted so happily, something that Jung Do-hoon and Minatozaki Sana had never experienced before.
Only in dreams is it possible to have such a conversation in an ambiguous atmosphere.
"I didn't tell you the truth. It's not that I wanted to hide it from you... it's just that you definitely wouldn't believe me." Sana Minato sighed. They were both adults. No matter how angry she was back then, she should have calmed down by now.
Jung Do-hoon is important to her, but Sana Minatozaki can't please both sides.
She also tried to soften her tone and recounted her recent experiences in detail, omitting, of course, the part about Jung Do-hoon coming to her house drunk:
"Ever since I met him, I've had a dream that takes place in the future, in which we are a couple..."
"..." Mina opened her mouth. She hadn't asked Minatozaki Sana why she had a misunderstanding with Jung Do-hoon because of her dream.
Now she knows.
But isn't that absurd?
"From my perspective, is it possible that you're dreaming about so many things related to him simply because you have such strong feelings for him?"
"But many details about him can be verified in my dreams. He's left-handed, and I know how to massage his stomach to relieve the pain, even that little bear..."
Sana Minatozaki was only halfway through her sentence when she realized she didn't have the strength to continue.
In this farce, it seems that only I am steadfastly playing the leading role.
Mina wouldn't believe herself.
Despite the numerous suspicious points surrounding Zheng Daoxun, he also had ample reasons to remain objective and detached from this farce—
Aside from Sana Minatozaki, who would truly believe in dreams, or even use them to explain the various coincidences around them?
Even if Sana Minato didn't believe his explanation for barging into her house, she couldn't seem to expose Jung Do-hoon and get him to be more honest with her.
Even if those dreams were real, she was the one who dragged her feet on getting married, and she was the one who broke up with him. What right did she have to pester Jung Do-hoon and make him face something that never happened?
All the strength in my body seemed to have been drained away.
Just like that afternoon when he packed his bags and left.
Mina sighed softly. Even now, she still couldn't understand what Minatozaki Sana was so obsessed with.
As for that orange teddy bear, since Minako cares about it so much, Minako should find an opportunity to secretly slip it into her bag.
Thinking of this, Mina no longer felt guilty. She was completely open and honest; what was there to hide?
At least her initial intention in helping Sana Minatozaki arrange a date with Do-hoon Jung was indeed to help the two clear up the misunderstanding, but she also had some other ulterior motives mixed in.
But isn't the saying "A gentleman judges by actions, not intentions" perfect for this situation? She hasn't done anything to wrong anyone.
"Sana... even if your dream was real, it didn't happen in this timeline. It's unbelievable that I believed what you said... but anyway, if you really want to clear up the misunderstanding with Jung Do-hoon and even get along well, you should temporarily return to reality, try to contact him, and start over, instead of clinging to this so-called precognitive dream, right?"
Mina gently embraced the haggard Sana Minatozaki. She spoke for a long time without getting a response from the person in her arms, and then realized that Sana Minatozaki had fallen asleep from exhaustion.
For a moment, she had a premonition—
Jung Do-hoon will become a thorn between the two of them. Even if neither of them did anything wrong, and even if they pretend nothing happened afterward, their friendship may never be as close as it used to be.
I hope not.
"Driver, please change the address. I'll take my friend home first."
Meanwhile, outside the restaurant, Jung Do-hoon and Park Ah-jung were strolling along the street.
Her intuition told her that something must have happened between Minatozaki Sana and Jung Do-hoon, and perhaps, as he said, Park A-jeong didn't need to feel so guilty.
After all, it was the series of events between Minatozaki Sana and Jung Do-hoon that led to the abrupt end of his dinner with Mina.
As for the relationship between the three, Zheng Daoxun didn't say, and she didn't feel comfortable asking.
"Secretary Dohoon..." Park Ah-jeong walked beside him, carrying a handbag in both hands and wearing high heels.
"Hmm? What's wrong?"
"Suddenly, I felt like you had become a living, breathing person in front of me."
"What are you saying? Did you think I was a robot before?"
Park Ya-jeong smiled and said, "No, it's just that I think you're young and promising, with excellent looks and knowledge; you're practically perfect. Can I call today's situation an accident?"
"It wouldn't be an exaggeration to call it a farce."
"It's alright, isn't it? At least the situation hasn't gotten too chaotic." Park Ya-jeong tried to sound relaxed. "This accident made me realize that you can also have emotional confusion. Was I right? Suddenly, I feel that the gap between you and me isn't as big as heaven and earth."
"Looks like my image in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs needs rebuilding," Zheng Daoxun said with a self-deprecating laugh, shrugging. "Your guess isn't entirely wrong, but it's not entirely accurate either, so I won't explain further."
"I suggest you call Sana Minatozaki and check up on her. At least I can tell she cares about you."
"But what should I say?" Jung Do-hoon asked rhetorically, and Park Ah-jeong fell silent.
Yes, what can you say when you call?
hum...
My phone is vibrating.
[Mina: I've taken Sana home, and I'll be home soon too.]
【Thanks a lot.】
[Mani Mina: (Image) This is my elder's business card, I'm not kidding you~]
Thank you. Next time, I'll finish my meal.
Mina: Okay, it's a deal.