𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐓𝐨 𝐘𝐨𝐮

4.

In the following weeks, Minyong settled into her new routine at the toy shop. The quaint little store became her sanctuary, a place where she could forget the temporal enigma that had brought her here. Seungmin, true to his initial annoyance, gradually became a close friend, guiding her through the idiosyncrasies of the past.

As Minyong and Seungmin spent more time together, their bond deepened. Seungmin, with his infectious laughter and carefree spirit, became Minyong's anchor in this unfamiliar time. They explored the town together, sharing stories and dreams. Seungmin's friendship provided Minyong with a sense of belonging in the 1980s, a comfort she hadn't expected.

One sunny afternoon, as they walked through a nearby park, Seungmin turned to Minyong with a mischievous glint in his eyes. "You know, Minyong, you're not like anyone else in this town. There's something mysterious about you."

Minyong chuckled nervously, trying to play off the remark. "Maybe it's just the accent. I'm not from around here, after all."

Seungmin grinned, nudging her playfully. "It's not just that. There's something else. A secret, perhaps?", the asked with a playful smirk.

Minyong hesitated, then decided to confide in him. "Okay, fine. There is something I haven't told you."

"Well what is it?", Seungmin asked.

"I'll tell you, but don't go 'round calling me crazy, the black haired girl replied.

Seungmin chuckled before saying "I won't!"

"Fine, fine."

She glanced around to make sure no one was within earshot before leaning in. "I'm not exactly from this time. I... I time-traveled here."

Seungmin's eyes widened in disbelief. "You're pulling my leg, right?"

"I know it sounds crazy, but it's true," Minyong insisted, a mixture of anxiety and hope in her eyes.

Seungmin's laughter echoed through the park. "Okay, okay, I believe you. Time travel or not, you're still Minyong, my friend. And that's all that matters."

Relieved by Seungmin's acceptance, Minyong smiled. As they continued their walk, she couldn't shake off the feeling that Seungmin might be the help to unraveling the mystery of her time-traveling necklace.

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Days turned into weeks, and Minyong became an integral part of the toy shop. Mrs. Yang, appreciative of Minyong's hard work, often shared stories of her son Jeongin, who was away at a camp. Intrigued, Minyong listened attentively, wondering if she would ever meet this mysterious son.

One day, as the bell above the shop door jingled, signaling the arrival of a customer, Minyong looked up to see Seungmin's best friend, Jeongin, entering the store. Seungmin greeted him enthusiastically, not realizing the impact this meeting would have on Minyong.

Jeongin, with his casual charm and friendly demeanor, instantly caught Minyong's attention. As introductions were made, Jeongin's eyes lingered on Minyong, a hint of curiosity in his gaze.

"Minyong, huh? You're new here, right?" Jeongin asked, a warm smile on his face.

"Yeah, I am. Just started working here," Minyong replied, feeling a flush of nervousness.

"Well, welcome to the toy shop family," Jeongin said, extending a friendly hand.

As days passed(only two ig), Minyong found herself navigating not only the mysteries of time travel but also the complexities of friendships and unexpected connections. Little did she know that the convergence of Seungmin, Jeongin, and the vintage toy shop held the key to her journey back home. The red ruby necklace, once a token of gratitude, now seemed to be the catalyst for something far greater than Minyong could have ever imagined.

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