My Girlfriend Is Very Good To Me [EN]: Chapter 102

Too Kind Girlfriend - 101

Ep. 101

As soon as May arrived, I started brainstorming ideas for my anniversary with Heena.

Lavishing her with expensive gifts was out of the question. While she’d appreciate the gesture, she’d gently chide me afterward, suggesting we discuss such purchases together in the future. Similarly, booking a fancy, high-end restaurant was also off the table for similar reasons.

After ruling out all the impractical options, I carefully considered what would truly make her happy. I realized I needed to abandon my preconceived notions and consider her preferences from the start.

Then it hit me: How about planning a trip together? Not a domestic getaway, but a short, relaxing one-night hot springs trip to Japan, something I’d jokingly suggested to Heena before.

I had enough money saved up for now, thanks to my consistent part-time job at the cafe, which I mainly did to unwind. Of course, my savings wouldn’t cover the entire cost of a trip to Japan, but I could potentially tap into Jung-hoo hyung’s “opportunity” (likely referring to a chance to earn or borrow money).

From the beginning, I hadn’t needed to dip into my savings much. While Heena and I occasionally went on dates, we usually opted for low-cost activities, and often enjoyed cozy home dates. I also didn’t see my friends often, as they were all busy with their adult lives.

As a student preparing for the entrance exam again, my daily routine consisted mainly of studying at home or working a few hours at my part-time job three days a week. Studying itself wasn’t expensive, especially since I had Heena as my personal tutor. Just like in my senior year of high school, I could study and then ask Heena for help with anything I didn’t understand.

Thanks to her help, my mock exam scores in April were promising. It felt like if I dedicated myself, I could actually get into the same university as Heena. But pushing myself that hard risked burnout before summer even arrived.

So, I didn’t spend all my time locked away studying. As before, I played games or, more recently, watched YouTube and experimented with cooking during my study breaks.

“How is it? Is it good? It’s my first time making japchae [Korean glass noodles with vegetables and meat].”

“It’s so, so delicious!”

“Can’t you give me a more detailed review? It feels like you just say it’s delicious every time…”

“But it is delicious… Come here. I’ll show you how delicious it is with my actions!”

-Chu!

She beckoned me over, then got up from her seat mid-meal and came to me. Heena, wrapping her arms around my neck, gave me a deep kiss. Tasting the japchae on her lips and tongue, I knew I had done a pretty good job with the dish.

Not ‘shit,’ but wow. I realized for the first time just how labor-intensive japchae is to make. I had suddenly craved it and decided to try making it myself, but I hadn’t realized how much work it would be.

Still, seeing Heena happily eating what I had worked hard to prepare always gave me a great sense of accomplishment. I couldn’t give up cooking because of that feeling. Besides, if I didn’t cook, we’d end up ordering takeout all the time.

Anyway, with my daily life structured like that, there was little opportunity to spend money. I was even using my mom’s card to buy cooking ingredients.

As a result, I had saved a considerable amount, enough for Heena and me to take a trip to Japan using only my savings. Of course, if we actually decided to go, Heena would definitely offer to contribute as well.

However, I couldn’t make the decision about the trip unilaterally, and I needed to consider Heena’s schedule. So, I decided to forgo any grand surprises.

It would be more enjoyable to discuss it together and plan the trip collaboratively.

It was supposed to be fun.

“……”

As our 2nd anniversary drew closer, Heena’s complexion seemed to grow increasingly gloomy. It wasn’t because she was unhappy with me, though. She just clung to me while appearing downcast.

“Is something wrong?”

Even when I asked her with concern.

“No… You study. I’ll be quiet…”

“O-okay…”

She said that and simply clung to my back like a cicada. I wondered if it was related to ‘that magical day’ women experience each month [menstruation], but I generally knew Heena’s cycle, and it wasn’t that time. Besides, Heena’s mood didn’t usually get this low even during her period.

As this state persisted for several days, I even contacted Ria one day. She was still close to Heena, and since she had met me before, we had exchanged contact information.

[ Han Yeon-hoo: Is something going on at Heena’s school? She’s been a bit down lately… ]

[ Park Ria: Huh? I thought something was wrong with you… You seem to have done well on the exam, but she’s been in a bad mood every day lately…ㅠㅠㅠ ]

[ Han Yeon-hoo: Is that so? Hmm… Anyway, thx ]

[ Park Ria: No problem 🙂 I’m glad it doesn’t seem like there’s a problem with you! How about the three of us grab a drink next time Heena’s in a better mood? ]

[ Han Yeon-hoo: ㅇㅋㅇㅋ (Okay, okay) ]

But since Ria didn’t know the reason either, the situation became even more perplexing. We had been getting along well recently, even enjoying Jenga together, and she had done well on her midterm exams at university. There wasn’t anything particularly amiss at home either.

What on earth could be the reason?

I agonized over it, and with the 2nd anniversary rapidly approaching, I had no choice but to directly address the issue with Heena. I intended to keep asking until she gave me a straight answer, without vaguely brushing it aside.

“Heena.”

“… 응? (Yeah?) ”

And today, as always, I called out to Heena, who was clinging to my arm and looking dejected. Actually, it wasn’t so much that she lacked energy, but she seemed to be trembling with anxiety.

“Our 2nd anniversary is coming up soon.”

“……”

“So, how about we go on a trip together that day?”

I had heard from people that it was possible to travel to Japan without booking months in advance, especially since it was the off-season. So, if she simply expressed a desire to go now, I would book it immediately.

No matter how down Heena was, I couldn’t imagine her refusing such a suggestion.

But.

“…No.”

“Huh? You don’t want to?”

I couldn’t help but be surprised when she gripped my arm even tighter and refused. It was the first time she had rejected something I had directly proposed.

I wondered if she actually harbored a complaint against me, and I began to feel anxious when…

Heena looked up at me with a pitiful expression and said.

“…Can’t we just stay home on our 2nd anniversary?”

“You want to have a home date?”

“Yeah… I just want to be with you that day. Without going anywhere, just the two of us at home.”

“Is that so?”

It happened to fall on a weekend, so spending the entire day together wasn’t a problem. Although Heena valued spending quality time together more than celebrating anniversaries with elaborate events, I hadn’t expected her to feel this way this time.

Even on our 1st anniversary last year, she had suggested skipping it altogether because we needed to study, let alone the 2nd anniversary.

Suddenly, I wondered if the reason Heena hadn’t been feeling well lately was because of the anniversary. It was the first time she had brought up this preference since she started feeling down.

“You haven’t been feeling well lately. Is it because of our anniversary?”

“……”

She remained silent in response to my question, but that silence confirmed my suspicion.

“Honestly, I have no idea at all… Can you tell me why you’re so concerned about that day?”

I lowered my head and gently gazed up at Heena’s face, asking her the reason as softly as possible. I even lightly kissed Heena’s tightly closed cheek.

-Chu

Afterward, I stroked the area with my hand and continued to speak slowly, as if trying to persuade her.

“I was really looking forward to going on a trip with you. I thought I could take a break from studying for 2 or 3 days since I’ve been working so hard.”

“……”

“If going on a trip is too much, it’s okay to spend it at home. But you look so tired. Can you tell me what’s wrong?”

“It’s not burdensome…”

“Is that so?”

“…I…”

I brought my face close enough to hers, who was finally about to open her mouth, to feel her breath, and listened intently. Slowly, her small mouth began to move.

“A while ago, I had a dream…”

“Was it a scary dream?”

“Yeah… On our 2nd anniversary date, I went out to meet you, and…”

“Yeah.”

“While I was waiting, you… sob… on the way, there was an accident, and…”

She suddenly started to cry while telling me the story. Even so, I didn’t panic and waited for her to finish, wiping away her tears with the back of my hand. Honestly, I felt a little relieved inside.

It seemed like she was acting this way because of a nightmare, not because something was actually wrong. It was a little strange that Heena was so preoccupied with such things.

“So… hic, you… you… sob, waaaah… died…”

“I did?”

“Sob, sob… yeah… hic… Yeon-hoo… you… sob… I couldn’t see you anymore…”

Even though it was just a dream, she cried and spoke as if she was recounting a real experience.

I had passed away in that world!

“Don’t cry. Stop. I’m here now. 응? (Okay?) ”

“Sob, don’t… go anywhere… sob… stay by my side…”

“That’s right. You were anxious because of that? Thank you for telling me. Come here. I’ll hug you.”

As Heena was enveloped in my arms, she buried her face in my chest and wept. I hugged Heena tightly and patted her back, while my mind raced with various thoughts.

Heena also experiences moments of anxiety with such girlish emotions.

I also remember being young and having nightmares, crying, and falling asleep with my mom, so I have a rough idea of what it feels like.

But I had never been anxious for days because of a dream. Usually, I felt better after waking up.

Seeing Heena, who is usually so composed except during sex, being so emotional is rare, so I don’t think she was lying to hide the truth.

Perhaps she had been living with her family and receiving constant affection, but after coming out and living independently, her anxiety had been building up. I had been living with her since the beginning of our cohabitation, but… So, she had a dream of me dying?

I really thought we were spending more time together than any other couple in the world, but even so, she was anxious and even had such a dream.

What more can I do to reassure Heena?

Would she feel more secure if I simply became her real family? If I signed the marriage registration form and became completely Heena’s on paper as well?

Hmm.

I have a feeling that things might get worse if we get married, but would they really?

I momentarily dismissed such foolish thoughts and refocused on how to comfort Heena.

My Girlfriend Is Very Good To Me [EN]

My Girlfriend Is Very Good To Me [EN]

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[English Translation] Imagine a world where beauty and kindness converge in a single person, and that person is your girlfriend. In 'My Girlfriend Is Very Good To Me,' a bewildered protagonist finds himself swept off his feet by a woman who seems too perfect to be true. He didn't even have to utter a confession; she confessed to him! But amidst the bliss, a nagging question lingers: Why him? Dive into a heartwarming and intriguing story about love, self-discovery, and the mystery of why someone so wonderful would choose you.

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