When you encountered a man at the park who asked you out on a date, things might get a bit crazy as there are crimes, murders, and missing people going on within the streets even though it wasn't his fault.
We walk quickly on our way back to my apartment by nightfall.
It gets colder outside, but for some reason, I feel warm the whole walk back.
We soon reached the complex and make our way to our destination.
Darling: Here we are. Don't think I'm the kind of person who'll let anyone in on special occasions.
Senpai: Of course not! You're a person with class. Though it doesn't explain why you're hanging out with me.
I roll my eyes as I reach to unlock the door.
Darling: I mean, you came out of nowhere, and I barely know you, but we're still making progress.
I feel his warm hand against my lower back and my body trembles.
His gentle touch slowly trails upward. His tender caress makes my body burn.
Senpai: I can't help it. You're far too irresistible...
The Landlord: Hey, none of that in the hall!
Startled, I spin away from my apartment door.
I can feel that my cheeks are still flush from Senpai's touch, and I try to compose myself.
Darling: GEEZ! You scared the crap out of me.
The Landlord: YN, you are lucky to be back so soon. Otherwise, I would have known you are night-shifting as well.
My landlord looks as cranky as ever.
Darling: Yeah, I just need a fresh break before heading home.
The landlord seems pleased by my excuse and quickly turns his attention toward Senpai.
The Landlord: And you are?
Senpai: Peter. I'm YN's friend.
Senpai says, unwaveringly and clearly irritated by being interrupted.
The Landlord: Yeah... "Friend"... Sure.
Senpai continues to glare at him, but the Landlord, completely disinterested in the lanky stranger, turns his attention to me.
The Landlord: Anyway, I suppose you can guess why I'm here.
I groan as I turn to unlock the front door.
Darling: Yeah, I know... I'll talk to her tomorrow after her "study sessions", okay?
The Landlord: IF you see her tonight. You can't keep covering for Lucy like this, YN. Look, I appreciate that you're killing yourself to keep a roof over her head, but this is getting out of hand.
I know that I'm running out of excuses to defend my roommate, and I know that enough will be enough soon.
I stop messing with the door lock when I realize I've been playing with my keys to keep from facing the landlord.
I feel like a child being scolded.
But, I'm an adult, so I had better act like one.
I hang my arms to my side.
Trying to hold back a sigh, I turn my attention to the landlord.
Darling: I know...
The Landlord: I know you know, but I have to put my foot down, YN. She's violated her contract one too many times. But think about yourself: She dumps her half of the rent on you, leaving you to work triple shifts at a dead-end, greasy spoon diner. Listen, I admire a hard-working person. I do. And I get that you're trying to be "nice" and you don't want to be "selfish". But you can't kill yourself like this. She needs to go.
Darling: You're right. I mean, overpressure takes my life from the very beginning. Maybe it is time to let her go.
The landlord hums in approval.
Before he leaves, he says this.
The Landlord: Stay out of trouble, kid.
Soon, the landlord left.
The only people left in this area are me and Senpai.
Although I wanted to burst my lungs out, I couldn't just do it because I didn't want anyone in the complex to hear it.
Luckily, Senpai knows what to do.
Senpai: Here, let it out.
I walk towards Senpai and hug him screaming into his abdomen.
He pats my back and comforts me.
Senpai: There, there... Let it all out.
After this whole experience, I let go of him.
Darling: Sorry. It's just that, my roommate is becoming a douchebag these days, and I had to cover it for her.
Senpai: Darling, there's no need to be sorry. I already forgive you. And if you need a new roommate, I'll look forward to that.
I playfully pushed him away.
Darling: Stop it!
We took a break to breathe and stand in silence.
Darling: So, I guess this is goodbye, for now.
Senpai: Yeah, I guess.
I smiled before I move closer to him and give him a peck on the cheek.
Darling: Oh my fucking God I'm doing it!
Senpai's face turned red flustered.
Darling: Well, good night.
I now enter my apartment followed by his gorgeous voice.
Senpai: Good night, Darling.
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