Idol’s Childhood Friend

24 – Let’s get into the full interview

It was comfortable and luxurious at first glance.

A spacious space to write alone. The interior is decorated in a modern wood tone typical of Northern Europe, and sofas and tables are placed in appropriate locations to take advantage of the spacious space.

In particular, there were several Impressionist paintings in various sizes. It seems that they were installed with the intention of hanging the paintings from the beginning, and the lighting made it possible to appreciate the paintings more fully.

As it was located at a high altitude, the view of Seoul through the wide glass window was also excellent, and the commonly known view of the Han River was spread out wide, making it comfortable for everyone watching.

Hotel. Yes, to put it more simply, this place was like a luxury hotel where you had to spend a ridiculous amount of hundreds of thousands of won per night.

「…… “If only I had been by your side.”

If the bed you were lying on wasn’t a medical bed.

‘Is it another nightmare?———.’

A sight that has now become familiar.

I look at the panorama with an expressionless expression.

Monitoring the periodically fluctuating electrocardiogram.

There are two injections connected to IV drips on the left arm, an IV (intravenous injection) on the ankle, a blood pressure monitor on the right forearm, and even an oxygen and urine line……

It’s a sight that makes me wonder if it can really be called a human appearance, but the fact that all of this is done to save you makes me miserable.

「I promise. I promise I’ll be by your side…….」

That’s why I can’t help but stare endlessly at you lying on the bed.

I am sitting near the bed, lowering my head in vain.

I’ve experienced it so many times that it probably doesn’t matter anymore, but just looking at myself still shaking makes me feel more and more distressed.

Even in this terrible dream, my heart feels cold.

It’s okay. It’s all in the past now, and Chaewon has brushed it all off. I want to say that and comfort me as I bow my head, but……

The footsteps and voices of nurses and doctors can be heard from time to time outside the door. The noise of a humidifier spraying from some distance away.

Mechanical sound periodically heard from the ECG monitor. I can’t hold it back anymore and my drooling leaks out.

All I can do is stand where I am and stare at this silent scene until I wake up from my dream.

I can’t do anything.

Either then or in this dream.

“…… Ha.”

Even now when I wake up from a dream.

+++

The last week of June has arrived.

Now, the temperature and weather are not strange at all even if you wear short sleeves.

As summer approaches, there are often days with temperatures exceeding 30 degrees, and as a result, both the greenery and the individuality of people are becoming more intense.

Three weeks have passed since the day I heard the plan from Chaewon’s company.

Nothing special happened.

I went to the company again on the day set during the pre-meeting and conducted an interview before filming, and after that, Chaewon and I never met in person.

First of all, I live in Gwanak-gu, Seoul, and she lives in Pangyo, and we both have things to do, and neither of us contacted us to meet first.

Anyway, I was busy one way or another.

It’s been a few weeks since I haven’t been to Sunwoo’s Taekwondo gym, which I used to go to occasionally.

I was shocked to hear that Ever was the first president, but among the upper and middle school students, there were some who recognized me.

Chaewon, please let me call Chaewon, get her autograph, etc.

Wow, you didn’t listen to me so much that both me and Seonwoo almost fell down holding our backs that day.

There are still many people who recognize me on the street.

Starting from teenagers to middle-aged people in their 40s and 50s.

From simple greetings that show recognition, to handshakes and photo requests, to even those who give you something as a service.

I was surprised to learn that life could change so much after just filming a vlog with Chaewon.

Thank you. That was all I could say.

I started tutoring.

At first, she tried to get a part-time job as an instructor at an academy, but as her face became famous, she was told that it would be difficult.

Well, it’s unfortunate, but what can you do? Still, I thought that a situation like this might come up, so it was a good decision to schedule a tutor in advance.

The parents who saw me teaching seemed to really like it and recommended it to others, and thanks to that, I am now teaching about three people.

It’s also surprising, but I, a college student who tutors, get paid this much, and I thought that other instructors earn a ridiculous amount of money.

… Everang Ilta Instructor. Who earns more?

『This stop is the Olympic Sports Center. The next stop is Seohyun Cultural House.』

Follow the announcement and get out of the car.

Hot sunlight and humid air greet you as soon as you get out of the car.

I looked around as if I was visiting this place for the first time at the familiar yet unfamiliar street scene……

“It’s dull. “It’s been a few years.”

I let out a laugh and looked at the building unfolding in front of me.

I arrived at the old elementary school that I was once tired of.

“Mr. Yumin.”

“Hello, producer.”

The production crew you see as soon as you enter the school gate.

Although we’ve only seen each other three times, he treated us so warmly that it felt like we were friends we hadn’t seen in a long time.

“Are we starting right away like this?”

“It’s a documentary. “We have to be realistic.”

The camera was pointed at me and the writer filled the microphone in perfect order.

In the meantime, the rumor had spread, and there were quite a few people around watching the filming.

“What about Chaewon?”

“Chaewon is waiting inside the school. “It’s obvious that people will flock when we come out.”

“Well. “No matter how much we sought cooperation in filming and controlled it, it is a busy area.”

“That’s right. By the way, how many years has it been since you came to your alma mater?”

“I haven’t been here since I graduated. “I graduated in 2014, so if you count the years, it’s been 9 years.”

The moment I put on the microphone, I turn my head and look around.

“Wow, an auditorium appeared while I wasn’t looking? “Back then, if there was an event, it was held on that sandy floor.”

The new building has a neatly renovated exterior and colorfully paved streets.

If you were passing by, it would have been a change you would never have noticed if it had not been written as ‘Seohyeon Elementary School’.

“… “What is this?”

Just as I was looking around, feeling like I was trying to find the difference in the picture, to see if there were any more changes, the PD handed me a hand baton.

“Not only will we film with this camera, but we will also include videos taken by Yumin and Chaewon. So, you can carry it with you during today’s filming.”

“It sounds fun. “Maybe it’s because it’s been a while since I’ve been here, but I have a lot to talk about.”

“Right?”

“But I’m not the only one having fun?”

A fundamental but frustrating question that should not have been asked.

I had an instinctive feeling in my head that this part would naturally be edited and woven with other parts.

“How are things going today?”

I smiled shyly and changed the topic.

+++

“Yumin~.”

A childhood friend who raises his hand to greet you. I also raise my hand and respond to Chaewon’s greeting.

“You wouldn’t dress like an elementary school teacher, right?”

“Wow. “How did you know?”

“A kid with good eyesight wears glasses.”

“That’s what you figured out?”

“Because they say you look smart when you wear glasses.”

“… “What does that mean?”

“Nothing has really changed here. Did you see that a gym was opened while you were here? “There was nothing like that in our time.”

I quickly change my mind when I see Chaewon making a disgruntled expression.

Fortunately, when I deliberately reacted loudly and changed the topic, he responded quickly with wide eyes.

Phew. Lived

“That’s right. “Yes, whenever we have sports competitions, we put up a huge tent and go inside it.”

“If the wind blows one wrong way, the mat we laid down will fly away, so by the time we move into the upper grades, we have to put all the chairs in place.”

“That’s right, that’s right. “Didn’t you get dragged around because you were class president back then?”

“… I did that because of you. “Because you suddenly put me on the list as a candidate.”

“Do you frown after doing well all year long? “Then why didn’t you help me when I was president of the school?!”

“Because I just hate annoying things like that. And it’s okay if you didn’t help.”

“I thought it would be natural for me. Don’t you know what I mean? “Why didn’t you help me?”

“Do you want me to say it twice? Because I just hate annoying things. “If you like it, do it in front of people.”

“… Huh, Chaewon? Yumin? “We haven’t even started the main interview yet?”

The producer showed his disapproval and calmed down the chemistry that had exploded from the start. The camera was rolling and the production crew couldn’t hide their laughter.

Beyond that, you can see the elementary school’s cute bulletin board, small desks and chairs that I didn’t know about at the time, and even the view of the playground outside the window.

It was only when I saw it all that I felt a strange feeling again.

“Let’s get into the full interview.”

The fact that we are starting to film a video that will capture everything about us.