‘I’m going to close the store tomorrow, so take my daughter somewhere. Don’t go anywhere shady.’

Dojin thought back to what happened yesterday as he looked at the five ten thousand won bills in his hands. Saturday night. As he took a breather after a lot of customers left, Iseul’s mother quietly approached him and handed him the money. Dojin was originally going to refuse, but Iseul’s mother was adamant and stuffed it into his hands. Her hands were rather strong, yet gentle.

“Yeah, Iseul. I’m just leaving. Wait, you’re there already?”

Dojin looked at the clock. It was 10 in the morning. They promised to meet at Suwon station by 11.

“Why did you leave so early?”

-Because I was too bored while waiting at home. Take your time.

“Hey, how am I supposed to take my time when you’re there already? Wait a moment, I’ll be there soon.”

-Then get here in 10 minutes.

Iseul’s cheerful laughter could be heard over the phone. She really acted as she wished. Of course, it wasn’t that he felt displeased or anything. It wasn’t like this was the first time, and that was also one of her charming points.

“Mom, I’m leaving!”

He put on his shoes and hurriedly walked to the bus stop. Luckily, the bus heading towards Suwon station was just arriving. He stamped his travel card...