With the new term fast approaching, I wanted to spend more ti with Eun-ha.
I had planned to study with Eun-ha today as well, but then a problem arose.
37.6 degrees?
I had woken up with a throbbing headache and a chilly sensation, so I checked my temperature, and it was 37.6 degrees.
To think Id catch a cold in this sweltering heat, lting away Its been quite an eventful ti.
It seed likely that sleeping with the air conditioner on recently was the cause.
My mother had gone to see my father in Busan and said she wouldnt be back until tomorrow evening.
Well, its not like I havent been sick on my own before, no need to worry unnecessarily.
I hurriedly changed my clothes and headed to the local ENT clinic.
I waited quietly in line with my mask on until a nurse called my na.
Lee Han-gyeol, please co into the consultation room.
Yes
Maybe it was because I moved around.
I felt heavier than when I had woken up from sleep.
But it was definitely not to the point of collapsing.
Yes, how can I assist you today?
Ah, I think Ive caught a cold. I seem to have a fever too. It was 37.6 degrees this morning.
Since when have you been feeling this way?
Since I woke up this morning.
Let check your temperature again. Just a mont, please.
After asuring with the thermoter, the doctor said,
Its 37.8 degrees now. Do you have a cough or a runny nose?
I have a bit of a cough... and no runny nose, but could you prescribe sothing just in case?
Yes, of course. Ill prescribe dicine for three days. Its uncomfortable in the sumr, but make sure to cover yourself with a blanket when you sleep.
Thank you.
Get plenty of rest. You know what to do, right?
Yes.
I settled the dical bill and picked up my dication.
I considered eating sothing but, feeling both lazy and exhausted, I ended up taking the dicine on an empty stomach.
Ah, I forgot to buy porridge on the way ho. Ill just order delivery later. Im too tired right now.
After a quick wash in the bathroom, I went straight to bed.
Ah, I need to tell Eun-ha I cant make it today...
I searched for my phone beside the bed and turned on the screen.
Knowing Eun-ha, if I told her I was ho alone, shed definitely co over to take care of .
With the college entrance exams just about 100 days away, I didnt want to risk her catching a cold from ... So, I decided not to ntion that Id be alone until tomorrow.
Ahem...! Hm...! Ah- Aaaaah-
Clearing my throat, I called Eun-ha. After a few rings, she picked up imdiately, her voice filled with affection.
-Hello~ Han-gyeol, why~? Wanted to hear my voice first thing in the morning?
Were you studying?
-No, I was just thinking about Han-gyeol~
Ah, Eun-ha. I dont think I can co over this afternoon, so I wanted to call you.
Eun-has playful tone disappeared from her voice.
-Oh? Why? What happened?
I think Ive caught a cold. Its nothing serious, so dont worry too much.
-Really? Do you have a fever?
Just a slight one. But its nothing to be concerned about.
-Did you go to the hospital? Do you have dication? Is anyone ho with you?
I went to the hospital this morning and got so dicine. At ho... Moms here.
-Ah... Shes not going out, is she? Youre not alone, right?
I felt a twinge of guilt but had no other choice.
Yeah. Moms at ho.
-Okay, got it. Did you have breakfast and take your dicine?
I just took my dicine and lay down after a quick shower.
-Alright, got it. Just rest for now. Can you send a ssage after you wake up from a nap? Its okay if you cant, though.
Why would that be difficult? Ill send you a ssage when I wake up.
-Okay. Sleep well-! And if you need anything, just call anyti, okay?
Yeah~ Sorry to worry you.
-No worries! Just get so rest. Should I hang up? Go rest.
Okay~
After hanging up the phone with Eun-ha, I placed it back beside my pillow.
But my head kept throbbing, making it difficult to fall back asleep.
As I closed my eyes slowly, the thumping of my heart beca audible, beating steadily.
I tried to use the rhythmic sound as a lullaby, but it was in vain.
With my eyes open, all I saw was the stark white ceiling, and with them closed, all I could hear was the sound of my heart.
It felt similar to an experience I had before... the emotions werent much different.
Being sick really does hurt...
As ti passed and the dicine began to take effect, sleepiness gradually crept up on .
My eyelids felt heavy, and soon, I was on the verge of falling asleep.
I hoped to wake up feeling better.
***
Ding-dong!
I wasnt sure how long I had slept, but soone rang the doorbell.
Could it be a delivery? Still, I just wanted to pull the blanket up and sleep more.
After about 5 minutes of silence, the doorbell rang again.
Ding-dong!
Is it sothing urgent...?
I reluctantly pushed off the blanket and sat up in bed, though I really didnt want to get up. But considering it might be sothing important, I forced myself out of bed and headed to the front door.
Who is it..?
My voice was hoarse, probably because I had just woken up. When I managed to open the door, a beautiful girl was waiting outside.
I locked eyes with the loveliest person in the world, Eun-ha.
Uh...? Were you sleeping?
Eun-ha...? Why are you here...?
Sorry for coming unannounced. I heard Han-gyeol was sick, so I brought so fever patches and a few other things. I didnt expect you to answer the door...! Is your mom not ho?
Ah, well...
Should I say she stepped out for a mont?
I didnt really want to lie to Eun-ha to that extent. But if I told her the truth, Eun-ha might get really upset...
As I hesitated, Eun-ha glanced inside the house.
No ones ho? Did they step out for a bit?
Ah, well, do you want to co in for now?
Is that okay? Ill just stay for a bit then. Han-gyeol, you should go lie down.
I opened the front door wide and let Eun-ha into the house.
Wheres your room, Han-gyeol?
Ah, this way. I havent tidied up.
Its fine. You look really pale. You should lie down right away.
As we entered my room, Eun-ha imdiately made lie down on the bed.
Ill stay until your mom cos back. Do you want an electrolyte drink? Or should I put a fever patch on you?
Eun-ha started pulling various items out of a plastic bag.
Everything she had brought was because I was sick. At this point, continuing to lie to Eun-ha seed impossible.
Eun-ha, actually, my mom went to Busan.
Huh? But you said she was at ho earlier.
Sorry. I didnt want to worry you unnecessarily. My mom went to see my dad in Busan and will be back tomorrow...
What-? So youve been to the hospital and stayed ho alone all this ti?
I should have kept quiet. But then again, since she said shed stay until my mom returned, this lie was bound to be uncovered eventually.
As I remained silent, Eun-ha looked at with a slightly annoyed expression. I expected her to be angry, but at that mont, I was at a loss for words.
Sorry.
Hmm- Have you eaten anything?
Huh? Ah, no, not yet.
Then just lie down for now. Ill make so porridge.
No, its okay. We can just order sothing.
That wont do. Stay put, alright? I wont ask you twice, okay?
Okay.
Lie down then. Im going to use the kitchen. Can I open the fridge and take out what I need?
Yeah, thats fine.
Rest up.
Eun-ha gently pushed down onto the bed, making sure I was lying down, and then headed to the kitchen.
Ill leave the door open, so if you need anything, just call , okay?
Okay.
Eun-ha started making porridge in the kitchen.
The clattering of utensils and the chopping of ingredients reached my ears.
Soon, the delicious aroma began to waft into the room. Watching Eun-ha cook from behind, I felt a sense of appreciation for her beauty and kindness. Yet, I couldnt shake off the feeling that she was still slightly upset.
Here, say ah. I let it cool down a bit in the kitchen, so it should be okay to eat now.
Eun-ha had made egg porridge and was feeding it to herself. It was a tad hot, but she continued to feed little by little.
Is the seasoning okay?
Yeah. Its really good.
Is there anything else youd like to eat?
When I shook my head, Eun-ha brought another spoonful of porridge to my mouth.
Ill eat by myself from now on.
You sure? Here.
Eun-ha handed the tray. I silently finished the porridge she had made.
Give the tray. Ill take it to the sink.
No, Ill do it. Im not that sick.
I want to do it for you. Wheres the dicine?
I was fine, really... But Eun-has gaze was too determined.
Its on the dining table.
Ill go get it.
Since confessing that my mom wasnt ho, Eun-ha hadnt smiled even once.
Although she was caring for with such devotion, it was clear she was still a bit angry.
Heres your dicine and so water.
After bringing water and dicine from the kitchen, Eun-ha sat down beside the bed again.
Eun-ha...
Yeah, Han-gyeol?
Im sorry for lying earlier.
I apologized, but Eun-ha, still not smiling, responded.
Lets take the dicine first. We can talk about that later.
What to do... Shes kind of intimidating.
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