My Deer Girlfriend

7

Soyeon's eyes widened as she stumbled upon an abandoned car nestled among the trees, a relic of the world they were once part of. A spark of hope ignited in her chest as she approached the vehicle, dust settling on its forgotten frame.

With a mixture of excitement and uncertainty, Soyeon inspected the car. Years of neglect were evident, but a glimmer of possibility lingered beneath the layers of time. The key still dangled from the ignition, waiting to be turned.

Soyeon hesitated for a moment, glancing at Yuqi, who stood a few steps back, eyes filled with trepidation. The mechanical growl of the engine coming to life might be a symphony to Soyeon, but to Yuqi, it was an unfamiliar, intimidating roar.

"Come on, Yuqi," Soyeon called, her tone gentle yet encouraging. "It's just a car. It won't hurt you."

Yuqi took a hesitant step forward, her gaze fixed on the metal behemoth that stood before her. Soyeon beckoned again, urging Yuqi to trust in the world beyond the forest, where machines roared and humans moved with mechanical grace.

"Get in," Soyeon repeated, trying to ease the tension. "It'll take us far away from here."

Yuqi, still uncertain, tentatively approached the car. Soyeon opened the passenger door, a silent invitation for Yuqi to step into the unknown. The rusted hinges creaked, mirroring the hesitancy in Yuqi's movements.

As Soyeon started the engine, the purr of machinery echoed through the forest, a stark contrast to the natural sounds that surrounded them. Soyeon cast a reassuring glance at Yuqi, her eyes conveying a promise of safety amidst the mechanical symphony.

"Trust me, Yuqi," Soyeon whispered, her voice carrying the weight of newfound possibilities. Despite Soyeon's encouraging words, Yuqi hesitated, her eyes darting between the open car door and the safety of the familiar trees. The mechanical heartbeat of the car seemed foreign and threatening, a stark reminder of the world they had chosen to leave behind.

Soyeon, understanding Yuqi's fear, turned off the engine. The forest's natural sounds reclaimed the space, a reassuring serenade that echoed through the leaves. She stepped out of the car, approaching Yuqi with a comforting smile.

"It's okay, Yuqi," Soyeon reassured, placing a gentle hand on Yuqi's shoulder, fingers brushing the bare skin over there. "The car won't harm you. It's just a tool, a means to take us somewhere safer."

Yuqi, still uncertain, looked into Soyeon's eyes, searching for reassurance. Soyeon took a step back, giving Yuqi space to decide.

Embracing the newfound courage within her, Yuqi climbed into the passenger seat, her wide eyes fixed on the interior of the car. Soyeon, standing by the driver's side, offered an encouraging smile. The car became a vessel of transition, propelling them from the sheltered embrace of the forest into the expansive realm of the world beyond.

Soyeon settled into the driver's seat, the worn leather feeling both comforting and foreign beneath her touch. With a sense of purpose, she turned the key, reigniting the car's dormant engine. The forest, now a backdrop, witnessed their departure as the tires crunched on the undergrowth, marking the beginning of their journey.

The car rumbled forward, its movements a metaphorical bridge between two worlds. Yuqi, initially tense, began to relax into the seat, her fingers tracing patterns on the dashboard. Soyeon glanced at her companion, recognizing the mix of trepidation and curiosity in her eyes.

"See, it's not so bad, right?" Soyeon grinned, steering the car along a winding path. The forest gradually receded, replaced by open roads and the distant hum of civilization.

Yuqi, gazing out at the shifting scenery, pondered Soyeon's words. "It's different from the forest, isn't it?"

Soyeon nodded, her eyes fixed on the road. "Yes, it is. But that's what makes it exciting. We have a chance to redefine our story, to show that hybrids and humans can coexist peacefully."