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290 – The Nymphs, the Old Man, and the Squirrel # 2

290 – The Nymphs, the Old Man, and the Squirrel # 2

“The reason Geumdong was weak was because he was old….”

Saegeun, Saegeun-.

The elderly man, Curled up on a cushion, looked at Geumdong, who was sleeping, with eyes filled with mixed emotions.

He was an old man who said that he did not have much time left to live.

When I found out that my pet, Geumdong, was in a more senile condition, various emotions seemed to bloom in my heart.

“I thought this guy would outlive me, so I thought it might be a good idea to leave him to someone else someday. How can the world be like this? .”

There is something called affection.

If anyone took the time to devote their sincerity to something and showed interest, the object was bound to become precious.

The Little Prince and the Rose were like that.

And so did Elder Noinsu and Geumdong.

“Is there a way to make people live a little longer? Next spring, the forsythia that I planted a long time ago when my children were born will bloom. I really want to show that to Geumdong….”

Elder Noonsu said that he promised to show the old dog squirrel Geumdong the forsythia that would bloom in the garden.

After hearing this story, Oinoi tilted his head.

“It’s amazing that you made a promise with a dog squirrel with whom you couldn’t even communicate… ! It is difficult to understand the meaning of a dog squirrel when you are not a nymph… !”

“The conversation didn’t work. But… If you make eye contact with this guy. Even though we had different living environments and different histories, it felt like we had a connection. “Now I see it was because this guy was old like me.”

I felt like I knew what it felt like.

I also like Keongkeongi’s “━Keongkeong…” !” Or Angangi’s “━Zuji…” !” I can now understand the same sound to some extent.

It was a common story seen in the Dog and Squirrel Gallery.

「Title: Don’t the barking sounds of dog squirrels seem different each time?

Content: Isn’t the barking a bit different when you spill a glass of water or break a glass bottle containing peanuts?”

└ㅇㅈ They also seem to be making excuses or lying.

└I feel like I understand everything people say.

Squirrels and honey ants were smart.

When we work together, things are bound to come together.

Oinoi also nodded and said.

“Forsythia is one of the squirrels’ favorite flowers… ! Forsythia was once also called squirrel flower… ! Forsythia and dog squirrel have the same meaning… !”

I imagined next spring, squirrels jumping around among the yellow forsythia.

It was a very heartwarming and joyful sight, but it also felt somewhat lonely.

Geumdong, an old dog squirrel, said there was a high probability that he would not be able to welcome spring next year.

“I really want to show you. I said I promised. I’ve lived an uneven life, but I’ve kept all the promises I’ve made so far. That was my pride. “Can you help me keep my promise?”

Pod-.

The old man’s hand grabbed my wrist.

There was quite a bit of strength in my trembling hands.

I felt that sincerity.

Although Elder Noinsu and Geumdong only spent about three months together, the two were already partners and pets who had spent a lot of time together.

If you think about it, it was natural.

The dawn of life.

The last one.

What do the last three months mean to an old man and an elderly dog squirrel who are nearing the end of their lives?

These were beings who chose to end their precious time and life with each other.

Those three months will never be light compared to the year I spent with the dog squirrels Kkungkung, Angang, Kwangkkung, Miong, and Kalinoi.

I was there to see if I could exchange good opinions on stocks and shares at the Osa Group’s upcoming dinner party, but….

Now, I am filled with the thought that it would be better if the old man and the old dog squirrel could keep the promise they shared together.

“Oinoi, is there no way? “How the dog squirrel Geumdong lives longer.”

I remembered something from long ago.

When I first wondered whether it would be a good idea to bring a dog squirrel into the house, the thing I most considered was its lifespan.

It was said that squirrels usually live around 5 years.

How sad would it be if the squirrel you had grown close to for 5 years left first?

There were many people who said that the animal they had devoted their affection to died and that sad experience made them unable to raise animals again.

And in my opinion, I was definitely that type of person.

Of course, I said that the lifespan of a dog squirrel can easily exceed 100 years.

But one day, I too will grow old, and the day will come when Kungkyung will grow old too.

I felt like I was looking at the past of old man Noinsu and Geumdongi and the animals.

# # #

“You have to go for walks and be active… ! Since dog squirrels are active animals, it is important to keep them moving… !”

Oinoi taught Geumdong how to improve his condition a little.

Rather than just sleeping at home, I suggested taking a walk in the garden in late fall.

“As I get older, I get tired of walking in the garden….”

Geumdong and the elderly man, Elder Su, took a slow walk around the garden at their own pace.

It was a very large garden, and it seemed like it would be enough exercise for the elderly.

“If I had known this would happen, I would have kept the garden a little smaller and more frugal. I just thought bigger and more expensive things were better. “Now that I think about it, it was really ignorant.”

After finishing his walk, the elderly man took out a handful of almonds from his pocket and held them out in front of the gold bowl.

Oinoi said after seeing that.

“It is also important to eat in moderation… ! Eating too much is not very good for older dog squirrels… !”

Appropriate meal.

It is an important law whether it is an animal or a person.

“Still, I think your condition has improved a lot compared to before?”

I looked at Geumdong walking around the garden.

Although it wasn’t enough to jump around like a dragonfly, it looked quite healthy as it chased red dragonflies flying nearby and dug in the ground.

However, Oinoi shook his head.

“But this means that the fundamental problem is not solved… !”

“Really? “Then what should I do?”

“This oinoi…” . A long time ago, I heard about a magical ditch water that increases lifespan… ! It is said that if you take a sip of that ditch water, you can regain your youth by 10 years… !”

Ditch water that restores 10 years of youth with every sip?

Just listening to it, it was a nymph-friendly and revolutionary story.

“That… Where can I get it… !?”

Mr. Noh Soo-soo’s expression brightened.

It was natural to worry about the health of an older person when they were depressed and then suddenly brightened their expression.

It’s not like you’re going to collapse due to a sudden increase in heart rate.

“Ditch water that extends lifespan… , I heard that it is called the legendary ditch water… ! I’ve only heard of this oinoi through rumors, but I’ve never actually seen it… !”

Legendary ditch water.

It was a name that really bothered me.

Oinoi added an explanation.

“And this Oinoi thinks that if he drinks the water from the legendary ditch, Oinoi, the nymph of the ditch water, will definitely be able to evolve into the nymph of the legendary ditch water… !”

As expected, it was like that.

Soon Mr. Noonsu asked.

“How can I obtain the legendary ditch water? “Let me know!”

“Sir, have you ever heard of the Osa Group’s treasure trove?”

“Treasure library…. I guess Lee Cheol-geun is talking about the study where he buys various things and stores them? I’ve heard of it. “Is there something called the legendary ditch water in there?”

“I said it wasn’t accurate, but it was highly likely. Actually, we want to go inside that library. However, I heard that it is a place where no one except the CEO or those invited can enter.”

“That’s right. I’ve known Cheolgeun for 60 years, and I’ve never been inside him. Is it…. I heard it from Doolis. “The young man is going to give Anna his strength at this dinner party, right?”

“I think so for now.”

“I will be honest. Anna’s chances of winning at the dinner party are small. Even if I support you and not Militech. “They are rallying shareholders.”

Zek-.

The old man stretched his fingers hard.

“The alliance between Miltech and Osa Electronics already has a stake exceeding 30 percent. “As long as they capture the ‘Dark Ant Hunter’, who is said to have a 3 percent stake, their victory is certain.”

This is impossible.

Does this mean that Osa Group’s nuclear armament is a fait accompli?

“But now that I think about it, I wonder what the importance of those numbers is. I want to keep my promise to Geumdong. Are you confident that you can win the battle for shares at the dinner party?”

“You have to do it even if you don’t have confidence.”

“My share is about 2%. With this, I will give strength to Anna’s opinion at the dinner party. So, if you get the legendary ditch water, give some to Geumdong.”

# # #

“Geumdong, I am a horse. I have never once broken a promise since I was born. And I made sure to keep my promises to the other person.”

A dark mansion.

The old man felt lonely in the unusually large mansion.

The old dog squirrel could vaguely feel the warmth of the old man’s touch through his dulled senses.

“Haildo, that young man made a promise. If you wait a little longer, he will retrieve the legendary ditch water. I like the way people look at people. “That young man will definitely keep his promise.”

━Kouong… !

Geumdong barked loudly and loudly.

He deliberately wanted to show that he was still in his prime.

Of course, Geumdong was a dog squirrel who lived a long life and was now tired.

The reason Geumdong, an old dog squirrel, entered this garden was to choose a place for his eternal ‘sleep.’

Geumdong knew that older dog squirrels went into a ‘deep sleep’ at some point.

She also knew that they would never wake up again.

It happened to everyone, and now it’s just their turn.

“Then see you tomorrow. Tomorrow I’m going to take a walk in the backyard. There are some uphill roads, but walking even those areas makes you healthier. So, we will definitely see forsythia next spring.”

The old man fell asleep in an unusually soft bed.

Geumdong climbed on the old man’s chest and quietly checked the rise and fall of his chest.

He wanted to make sure that his old friend was breathing well.

Rustling-.

Just then, I felt a sign of presence in the garden.

At first, I thought I had heard something wrong, but soon the noise grew loud enough that even the old dog squirrel’s ears could easily hear it.

“Let’s just take out the personal seal and come out. And brother, when the work is done, you have to make sure I do my part.”

“I said I understood. “Are you sure where the seal is?”

“I know. Rather, what is happening? Did you hear that your father suddenly started exercising? He works out. Do you want to live longer? Huh?”

“I heard you withdrew your support for Militech. “If my father lives like this much longer, what will happen to our position in Militech?”

They were thieves.

The thieves took advantage of the darkness and entered the room where the old man was sleeping.

Once the old man fell asleep, he never knew how to wake up, and the thieves began rummaging through the drawers at will.

Of course, the dog squirrel Geumdong did not tolerate that.

━Crumbling… !

“Hey, this is it! Something bit my leg! Oppa-! “Something bit my leg!”

“Dog… It’s a dog squirrel… ! Hey, you bastard! You damn rat! It’s happening again! Also!”

“Eat this!”

Wow!

Geumdong was hit hard on his body by someone swinging a club in the dark.

━Keheng… !!!

My whole body ached and my mind became dizzy.

In my mouth, it tasted similar to the iron I had licked once out of curiosity.

━Crumbling… !

However, the dog squirrel Geumdong endured the pain and pushed the thieves with all his might, and eventually succeeded in driving them all out of the garden.

Geumdong felt proud in his heart.

He will be scolded so much that he will never dare to steal again.

The figure barking at the window is like, “I’m still useful too…” !” He seemed to say.

However, Geumdong’s body became increasingly heavier.

His eyes continued to close unbearably, and eventually Geumdong used all his strength to curl up on his friend’s chest.

Sseukseu-.

As always, my friend stroked Geumdong’s body in her sleep.

Feeling that warmth, Geumdong slowly closed his eyes.

It was a very deep and long sleep for the first time in my long life.