♡˗ˏ✎*ೃ˚ :Chapter eleven: :;

"The good daughter"

Upon entering her room and illuminating the area, Binna's attention was quickly captivated by an unfamiliar and bewildering contraption positioned upon her desk. Intrigued by the unexpected presence of a fax machine, she momentarily disregarded this curiosity and eagerly hastened towards her desk, unable to contain her profound excitement. With an overflow of enthusiasm akin to that of a jubilant young child who had just received the most extraordinary present, Binna proceeded fervently to dispatch a fax to Yi-chan.

She anxiously awaited, delicately nibbling on her lower lip, positioned before the fax machine, fervently desiring a reply from Yi-chan. Eventually, as the paper smoothly traversed the machine's interior, she almost eagerly seized it, a broad smile materializing on her countenance.

"Viva la vida! Let's talk often going forward"

Exuding an expression of sheer delight, Binna's countenance radiated happiness, as she ecstatically bounded in her spot, cradling the paper as if it were a priceless gem requiring utmost safeguarding. Contentedly, she gently laid the cherished document upon her desk before hastily making her way towards Cheong-ah's room, eager to divulge an array of thoughts and anecdotes.

Unbeknownst to her, her father's vigilant observation remained concealed across the windowpane.

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Binna approached her role as a designer with great seriousness, devoting a considerable amount of her time to capturing images of diverse clothing designs in stores. These photographs served as inspiration for the band's upcoming t-shirt collection. Flashing a contented smile, she glanced at her sister, whom she had invited along to avoid leaving her alone amidst the chaos created by Jimi and Sang-ah. Consequently, Binna opted to take Cheong-ah out for an enjoyable outing instead.

Binna concluded her note-taking in the notebook, and Cheong-ah, filled with curiosity, directed her attention towards it. Simultaneously, Binna's gaze fell upon her wristwatch, causing her eyes to widen in a state of terror. Swiftly, she took a final bite of her doughnut, efficiently organizing her possessions into her small and portable backpack, and gestured to Cheong-ah that it was imperative to depart promptly, in order to avoid lateness.

Cheong-ah cautiously accepted Binna's outstretched hand, and the two of them hastened towards the designated rehearsal spot where the band convened. With Binna's thorough knowledge of the route, she nonchalantly flashed a playful smile in response to her sister's astounded gaze whilst observing their surroundings.

Surprisingly, as they arrived at the building's entrance, they happened upon Se-kyung, who promptly greeted them with a timid smile and a gentle gesture.

"Hi"

"Hi" both sisters acknowledged in return, diverting their gazes uncomfortably. Not only were they uncomfortable due to the fact that Se-kyung was literally the famous crush of the boy they liked, but they also were not very close to her

"Let's work hard together going forward" Se-kyung said in sign language, which Cheong-ah and Binna did not fully grasp

"To be honest, we're not very good at sign language" Binna said in a soft yet timid voice, leaving Se-kyung perplexed. While Se-kyung had already been aware of Binna's ability to speak unlike Cheong-ah, the explanations provided by the band members led her to believe that Binna was perhaps deaf, but wasn't she? "We're studying hard at the moment" Binna pointed to both her sister and herself

"Oh, I didn't know. I'm sorry" Se-kyung expressed regretfully, to which Binna responded with a smile and a gentle shake of her head "Fighting! Let's go" she encouraged. And so, the three of them entered the room where it appeared the band was already rehearsing

Cheong-ah's eyes displayed a beguiling sparkle resembling the radiance of celestial bodies, captivatingly drawn towards the individuals present. Although it seemed evident that her gaze was focused on a particular boy, she longed for his acknowledgment, Yi-Chan's attention, on the other hand, seemed to be directed towards the girl situated next to her.

Binna nervously shifted her eyes away from Yi-chan as he turned his gaze towards her, eventually redirecting his attention to his guitar with a subtle expression of satisfaction playing on his lips.

Cheong-ah's gaze shifted from Binna to Yi-chan, undoubtedly acknowledging the palpable tension, profound connection, and undeniable chemistry existing between them. In a struggle to manage her emotions, Cheong-ah instinctively tightened her grasp on the strap of her shoulder bag. A wave of disappointment engulfed her heart, causing her facial expression to reflect her despondency. Conscious of Binna's superiority in every conceivable way, Cheong-ah had already anticipated the unfortunate scenario where the boy she held affection for would inevitably be captivated by Binna, her near-perfect identical twin, rather than herself.

In light of the circumstances, it was clear that Cheong-ah could never come close to matching her sister's accomplishments, let alone jeopardize their bond for the sake of a mere boy who captured her affections from the moment she laid eyes on him. Therefore, despite the ache in her heart, she gracefully raised her head and mirthfully nudged her sister while indicating Yi-chan with a subtle gesture.

Binna's smile vanished as she pondered whether her sister had indeed observed their silent interaction; thus, perplexed and with a creased brow, she queried Cheong-ah's abrupt change in demeanor.

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When Binna and Se-kyung stepped into the practice room, they were promptly met with the presence of the boys without their shirts. With a quick gesture, Binna shielded her eyes in a hurried manner, demonstrating her innate modesty, whereas Se-kyung fearlessly fixated her attention on them, openly revealing her unwavering curiosity.

"Okay, okay. Let's get dolled up and start the poster photoshoot" Se-kyung enthusiastically suggested while swiftly retrieving her camera, conveniently attached to her neck, whereas Binna discreetly coughed and purposefully looked away, displaying obvious unease towards the presence of the shirtless boys

During the initiation of the photoshoot, Binna experienced a sense of marginalization within the group. Eun-gyeol had convinced her that her attendance was indispensable as the band's designer, leaving her with no alternative but to come, despite feeling reluctant and realizing that staying home with her sister might have been a wiser choice. However, she timidly raised her hand, grasping the watermelon popsicle to emulate the actions of her peers who had huddled together and engaged in lively interaction while Se-kyung skillfully captured the comical expressions displayed by the boys, evoking a vague sense of amusement in Binna, ultimately leading her to break into a smile.

After an extended photography session, with more still to come, they decided to pause for a brief reprieve. Consequently, Binna was delicately tidying Yi-chan's unkempt hair, while he apprehensively averted his gaze, mindful of her close proximity. Nevertheless, Binna appeared largely unfazed by this circumstance. Nonetheless, though she concealed it, she experienced a similar sense of unease as him; her heartbeat quickened, and the sheer notion of raising her eyes to meet Yi-chan's intense gaze invoked a genuine sense of panic within her.

Yi-chan discreetly adjusted his position, deliberately avoiding direct eye contact with the girl standing in front of him, finding it difficult to deny his pleasure in the gentle caress and close proximity of Binna. Simultaneously, Eun-gyeol silently observed their interaction from afar, a contented smile adorning his lips.

Despite Binna's repeated attempts to style Yi-chan's hair, he would consistently evade her touch by swiftly turning his head and indicating something behind her. Perplexed, Binna would then look in the indicated direction, only to find nothing there. When she redirected her attention back to Yi-chan, he had mysteriously disappeared, vanishing instantly as if through some supernatural force.

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Whenever Eun-gyeol skillfully shot the ball into the basket, Binna couldn't hide her immense sense of pride. The presence of numerous girls, who appeared to be solely attracted to the charismatic dark-haired guy, only intensified the atmosphere. As Eun-gyeol impressively leaped and scored another basket, Binna's face displayed a mixture of admiration and astonishment, and the girls around went wild with excitement once more.

After the basketball game ended, Cheong-ah took the water bottle she had prepared for the brunette. However, Eun-gyeol became the center of attention as all the girls gathered around him, offering food and drinks, which pushed both sisters aside.

Binna firmly grasped her sister's shoulders, marveling at the frenzied fervor the girls exhibited towards Eun-gyeol. He appeared to be basking in the overwhelming adulation he was receiving. Unexpectedly, a slight smile formed on Binna's lips, almost as if she perceived him as her own child. Pondering upon it, wasn't it peculiar? Yet, he had indeed referred to her as "mom" on numerous occasions, so desiring him as a son wouldn't be entirely implausible.

Author's note;

I am thoroughly enjoying the process of writing this story 😭 I am genuinely experiencing a strong sense of inspiration to persist in writing this story, thus it is my aspiration to conclude it expeditiously 🌷

Anyway, I hope y'all are also enjoying this so far because the best is yet to come. See y'all in the next chapter! 🦋