Emergency Blind Date - Chapter 80

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#Epilogue Episode 10

“G-Grandfather must be incredibly wealthy.”

Just how rich is Grandfather to casually hand over a building worth an amount I’d never touch in my lifetime?

Besides, seeing him readily give me a building when we’ve barely known each other made me worry he might get scammed somewhere.

“Heh heh heh, that’s right. I’m rich, so contact me anytime you need pocket money.”

That’s exactly why I’m more worried.

“Don’t use that as an excuse to call busy people out unnecessarily, and let’s eat first.”

Kang Hyeok seemed completely unfazed by Grandfather casually giving away a building, acting no different than usual.

“Look at this rude brat. How many buildings have you gradually taken from me? And now you’re trying to wipe your mouth clean?”

“That was ages ago. We’re hungry. Let’s eat.”

“Alright, let’s get up.”

Right, I guess it’s nothing to worry about.

Anyway, my nose tingled with emotion at how readily they accepted someone as lacking and inadequate as me.

“Grandfather, dinner’s ready.”

Eun Hyeok came running out of the kitchen, shouting loudly.

Then he saw Da-som with her reddened nose, widened his eyes, and approached her.

“Why are you crying? What’s wrong with your face? Did someone say something to you?”

“N-no. Who says I’m crying?”

“What did Grandfather say to you?”

“When will this kid ever mature? Tsk tsk. He’s spoiled rotten from being babied as the youngest.”

“No, I’m asking if Grandfather said that!”

“N-no, it’s not that. Grandfather gave me a building under my name.”

When Da-som told the truth, Eun Hyeok nodded as if he understood everything and said,

“Grandfather’s really made up his mind. You shouldn’t be happy about it. You’re completely hooked now.”

“This kid has no filter. You can forget about getting anything from me.”

Even when Grandfather glared and threatened him, it didn’t seem to work on Eun Hyeok.

“Tae Eun Hyeok.”

Kang Hyeok watched Eun Hyeok’s behavior and, unable to stand it anymore, called his name in a low voice.

Eun Hyeok flinched and stiffened.

“What, what is it.”

“Stop talking nonsense and escort Grandfather quickly.”

“Ah, got it.”

Eun Hyeok supported Grandfather, who didn’t use a cane indoors, and escorted him to the kitchen.

Following behind them, Da-som also slowly walked with Kang Hyeok.

But seeing the carefully prepared dishes spread across the vast dining table made her throat tighten with emotion again.

“Da-som, sit here. It’s nothing fancy, but eat plenty.”

Had I ever received a meal prepared for me like this before?

Without realizing it, my vision became blurry.

Why am I crying on such a good day? What a mess.

Even when Da-som quickly wiped her eyes, the tears wouldn’t stop.

Then Kang Hyeok wrapped his arm around Da-som’s shoulder and quietly led her to the living room.

“…I must be crazy. The tears keep…”

Kang Hyeok wiped Da-som’s tears and gently pulled her into his embrace.

Though he didn’t say it, he could guess Da-som’s difficult past. Her frozen heart had melted from the family’s warm welcome, and she was moved by the carefully prepared meal.

“It’s okay to cry. But I think I hear a rumbling sound?”

Sure enough, a small sound came from Da-som’s flat stomach.

When Kang Hyeok smiled mischievously, Da-som giggled and laughed along.

Seeing her laugh so purely with tears still glistening in her eyes made his heart feel tight.

“I look pathetic, don’t I? What should I do?”

“No. Not at all.”

“Sigh, I just got emotional seeing the carefully prepared food. It’s my first time.”

“I know. I understand everything. So cry if you want to cry, laugh if you want to laugh. I’m here.”

“No, I’m fine now. I’ll go eat deliciously.”

“Shall we go in then?”

“Yes.”

Kang Hyeok stroked Da-som’s face, wiped away her tears, then took her hand and led her to the kitchen.

“I’m sorry. Seeing the meal Mother prepared so thoughtfully, I was so moved that tears came without me realizing. I’m truly sorry.”

When Da-som apologized politely, everyone let out sighs of relief from various corners.

“I was so worried, thinking maybe I made too much food you couldn’t eat.”

“Ahem, well that’s settled then. Come sit down quickly.”

“Yes.”

“Kang Hyeok, you go sit over there, and Da-som, you sit here.”

The old man must have really taken a liking to Da-som, seating her in the spot reserved as the eldest grandson’s designated seat.

Kang Hyeok smiled slightly and gladly seated Da-som in his place.

Then Tae Bo-kyung looked at Kang Hyeok with a triumphant smile.

“Come on, dig in.”

At the old man’s word, everyone quietly continued their meal.

As Kang Hyeok expected, all the family members had gathered, but the meal time passed smoothly.

After finishing the meal, they all gathered in the living room, eating dessert and sharing small talk.

During this, Goh Ah-reum casually brought up a topic to Kang Hyeok.

“So when are you thinking of having the wedding?”

I’d want to have the ceremony right away, but Da-som’s thoughts came first.

Moreover, Da-som was still just a first-year resident.

“Mother, Da-som is only a first-year. Wouldn’t it be hectic to have a wedding and everything?”

Birds of a feather flock together, as Eun Hyeok stepped forward to speak.

“Then at least register the marriage. You don’t have to have a wedding ceremony, right?”

Grandfather, who had been silently sipping his tea, added a word.

“We need to hear Da-som’s thoughts too, and I’ll consider that as well.”

When Kang Hyeok answered while making eye contact with Da-som, Da-som nodded slightly, showing her agreement.

“Right, it would be good to start with marriage registration as Grandfather said. Then shouldn’t we have a formal meeting between families?”

Goh Ah-reum, feeling urgent, brought up the topic of a formal meeting. Then Da-som, flustered, spoke carefully.

“Um, Mother. We could have the formal meeting once the wedding date is set.”

“Would that be better? Well, we don’t mind. You can do whatever’s comfortable for you.”

Goh Ah-reum readily agreed with Da-som’s words.

“Yes, I’ll discuss it with Kang Hyeok and let you know.”

“Alright, let’s do that.”

The marriage talk seemed to be settled for now. Kang Hyeok planned to accommodate everything according to Da-som’s wishes.

“Well, we should get going now.”

Kang Hyeok looked at his watch and got up from his seat.

“Right, you need to rest even briefly before your evening shift. Go on then.”

“Yes.”

When Da-som got up from her seat, Goh Ah-reum gestured for her to come aside for a moment. Kang Hyeok watched as Da-som hesitantly followed behind Goh Ah-reum.

“Mother seems to have something to say privately.”

Seeing this, Bo-kyung said casually.

“Are you worried Mother might say something? If you’re too anxious about everything, that’s also a problem.”

Bo-kyung was starting to get sarcastic.

Kang Hyeok didn’t think continuing the conversation would lead to anything good, so he talked with Grandfather instead.

“You put a lot of thought into this, Grandfather.”

“Of course I have to care about my granddaughter-in-law. She scolded me for being too emotional during the meal.”

“…She’s tender-hearted and kind, that’s why.”

“I heard about your family situation. How much that young one must have suffered inside. Treat her well.”

“Yes.”

“Foolish men don’t know how precious their wives are and treat them carelessly.”

“Yes, I’ll keep that in mind.”

“Ahem, and you’re not losing control and swinging around just because you’re feeling energetic, are you?”

“….”

Kang Hyeok lifted his eyes and stared directly at his grandfather’s face.

“Why aren’t you answering? I’m telling you to do it in moderation, you rascal. Don’t you know what moderation means?”

What should he say in response to this?

He briefly wondered if this was something he should be hearing from his grandfather who was over eighty.

“If you’re going to shake your head around just because you’re feeling vigorous, you might as well cut it off!”

“I’ll handle that myself as well.”

This really wasn’t a place to visit often.

Since he felt guilty deep down, he couldn’t bring himself to say more and waited for Da-som to come out.

***

Just like when they entered, they left the entrance while receiving farewells from the entire family.

Da-som was clutching tightly to the box that Goh Ah-reum had given her.

When she got into Kang Hyeok’s car and set it down beside her, Kang Hyeok showed interest.

“What’s that? It looks like herbal medicine. Is it?”

“Oh, yes. Mother gave it to me to take. She asked if hospital life wasn’t difficult and gave me this, saying it’s like a fatigue recovery remedy.”

“Then let me have some too.”

“Oh, no. She gave it specifically for me to take.”

She had said it was herbal medicine to strengthen one’s energy. She had even earnestly insisted that Da-som absolutely must not let Kang Hyeok take any.

When Da-som firmly refused, Kang Hyeok looked at her with puzzlement.

“Hey, look ahead. You’re going to cause an accident.”

When Da-som made a fuss and pointed forward, Kang Hyeok began focusing on his driving.

Thinking it was fortunate that she had changed the subject for now, Da-som reflected on the warm hospitality she had received today.

Since everyone seemed to want them to register their marriage, she thought maybe they should do that even if they postponed the wedding ceremony.

“Should we start with registering our marriage on Monday?”

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