MTLNOVEL Chapter 29
Chapter 29
Cha Yoon’s angry voice echoed in the room. The emotion that had only existed in his head multiplied several times the moment it was spoken out loud.
How could he stab me in the back like this? It’s not like he particularly liked Seo-jung. Seo-jung, who always got on his nerves, was not his favorite person either.
But because they had accidentally hugged at dawn, because they had somehow held hands, because they had even made something as ridiculous as cohabitation rules that only married couples make…
So he thought that at least today, they would send messages to each other… Realizing that it was all a misunderstanding, he felt even more heated with embarrassment.
Despite the increasingly fierce angry gaze, Seo-jung didn’t even blink. He just silently took in the sight of Cha Yoon fuming.
Contrary to his calm expression, Seo-jung was also feeling terrible inside. He felt miserable. The fact that a situation similar to the previous night had occurred again.
No, the situation had actually worsened from the previous day. Cha Yoon was blaming Seo-jung for not receiving a message from Song Joo-ah. From just being one of the annoying presences, he had now become an obstacle and villain interfering between the two of them.
Just when he thought it couldn’t get any worse, an even harsher moment was always waiting for Seo-jung.
How many more times would he have to go through situations like this until they left the X House? Maybe every day. As his thoughts reached that point, a bitter laugh escaped his lips, horrified by just imagining it, disgusted by the future ahead.
Naturally, it was Cha Yoon sitting next to him who reacted to Seo-jung’s laughter. He asked as if in disbelief.
“I can’t believe this. You find this funny?”
“I know, right? It’s funny, in this situation.”
It’s really strange. Seo-jung nodded as if agreeing with Cha Yoon’s words. Somehow, a sense of resignation could be felt in his expression as he shook his head. Cha Yoon, whose gaze was momentarily captivated, seemed to hesitate before shaking his head vigorously to regain his composure. He couldn’t let his heart soften just because of one expression.
“Stop changing the subject and answer me.”
“…”
“I said talk. Does what I’m saying not make sense?”
Cha Yoon kept asking relentlessly as if he would get an answer no matter what. That persistence seemed like his feelings for Song Joo-ah itself, and the emotions that were about to overflow reached their limit. Seo-jung finally poured out his overflowing emotions.
“Yes. It doesn’t make sense, so I didn’t feel like responding.”
“…What did you say?”
“What does your phone being quiet have to do with me?”
“How is it not related? It’s the most related thing!”
It’s quiet because of you! If only Seo-jung had sent him a message in the first place. Cha Yoon was so upset with Seo-jung for acting oblivious to the situation that he even raised his voice.
“Stop blaming me. Your phone is quiet not because of me, but because you lack charm.”
“W-what? I lack charm?”
Lacking charm? Cha Yoon stammered like a fool. It was understandable. Cha Yoon had lived his whole life hearing things like, ‘Even if his personality is like that, at least he’s good-looking.’ So to hear such words, and from Seo-jung of all people, it was bound to be a shock.
“You asked who I sent it to, right? I don’t know why I have to tell you this, but I’ll tell you anyway. I didn’t send it to Song Joo-ah today.”
“…”
“Do you understand now? It has nothing to do with me that you didn’t get a message from Song Joo-ah.”
The sudden remark about lacking charm was bewildering enough, but when Song Joo-ah’s name appeared out of nowhere, Cha Yoon’s brow furrowed even more.
“What are you talking about now?”
“If you’re so worried, why don’t you treat Joo-ah better?”
“No, explain so I can understand. We’re talking about us, why are you suddenly bringing up Song Joo-ah…”
“Please, just stop. Stop tormenting people on both sides like this.”
“Am I the only one not understanding? Why is Song Joo-ah suddenly being mentioned?”
Seo-jung left the room, ignoring him as if he didn’t want to exchange any more words. The door closed with a bang.
“What the…”
Left alone, Cha Yoon stared at the door for a while before messing up his bangs. His expression was full of frustration.
***
< Day 3 Cha Yoon Interview >
Who did you send your Day 3 message to?
– I don’t want to say.
Can you just answer if you sent it to the same person as Day 1 and 2?
– So what if I did?
It seems like there was a message you were waiting for.
– Are you crazy? Who says that? Me, waiting? XX no way. I wasn’t waiting at all.
Okay, I understand.
– Hey. If you’re going to air this, make sure you air it properly. I never waited for any message.
***
[Comment thread] Finally, X-day Jibbing Original
Ah, the long-awaited X-day has returned.
Comments: 3702
– Hello hello
– Nice to see you
– It’s my heart, why do I need to explain why I’m coming to my own comment thread?
⤷ Whoa
⤷ What’s this
⤷⤷ (picture) Hahahaha it’s what Cha Yoon said in the interview after throwing away the medicine Seo-jung bought
– I’ve watched episode 2 so much that when it’s time, X-day has come
– Hmm, the comment thread number doesn’t look good.. 10 8
⤷ I thought the same thing earlier, something big might happen in episode 3
⤷⤷ Feels like Cha-akgwi will make it happen
⤷⤷⤷ 2222
⤷⤷⤷ 33
⤷⤷⤷ He’s the only one who would cause trouble
– Is the group viewing at 5:30 today?
⤷ Yeah
– The group viewing time being moved from 5:05 to 5:30 is my laugh bell lol
⤷ Can’t wait for 30 seconds lol (I also suggested moving it up)
⤷⤷ Haha really funny people (I suggested moving it up first)
– It’s starting, let’s go
– What did Seo-jung buy?
– He bought a basket full of macarons
– I always find it fascinating when I see people who think to buy food like that
⤷ I agree, it seems kind of sweet
⤷ Right, it’s all money and sincerity
⤷⤷ It’s a dating show, he just did it for his image lol
⤷⤷⤷ 2 Exactly lol just for show
⤷⤷⤷ Geez, why are people so twisted…
– Why is he calling only Ji-yoon separately?
– Oh my..?
– Damn, this is happening again
– The two are awkwardly conversing
– Why is Ji-yoon lying when she didn’t even give the medicine?…
⤷ Huh? She’s not lying, it’s just a misunderstanding that keeps growing and growing
⤷ Suddenly making Ji-yoon out to be a weird person
⤷ Yes yes, Ji-yoon thought she gave chocolate because she told him to apply the medicine
– PD Seo-hyo really knows broadcasting.. Look at how they showed the interview to prevent people from criticizing Ji-yoon
⤷ Genius
– This is not the time to talk about Ji-yoon, everyone look at the back of the screen
⤷ Holy shit what’s that
– Even though I’ve seen Cha Yoon act like this so many times, I’m still surprised every time
– Isn’t light coming out of Cha Yoon’s eyes?
– I think even the sun might be less hot than that
⤷ Hahahaha
– Seo-jung is amazing too for ignoring Cha-akgwi’s tantrum and going in
⤷ As expected of Ki-strong-heart
– But from Cha Yoon’s perspective, it might be a bit annoying lol If he bought the medicine but the thank you gift is given to someone else
⤷ Yeah, I can understand the feeling itself
– Suddenly reminded of the boy who cried wolf
⤷ This is why usual behavior is so important
– Joo-ah, doesn’t she seem more affectionate towards the female contestants than the male ones?
⤷ Wow, I just thought the same thing
⤷ I get that feeling too
– I’ll make one ketchup confession; when Joo-ah winked at Sae-young, I bought Joo-ah x Sae-young stock
⤷ ..2
⤷ 333 hehe
⤷ (gif) Nom nom nom I’ll take a bite
– Really, if you allow one, it’s a mess one after another
⤷ 2222 It’s a hetero dating show to begin with lol Sigh, is that fun?
⤷ What do you mean allow? Go watch NXEXPU
– All the contestants this time really eat well
– It’s been about 5000 years since I quit macarons, but seeing that makes me want to eat them
– Ji-yoon is taking out the chocolate
– What’s with the close-up of Cha Yoon’s expression at this point lol
– I’m not the only one getting Cha-tto-si time vibes, right?
⤷ I feel it too
⤷ I just got the feeling too
– ?????????? What is this?
– What am I watching right now?
– WTF hahahaha
– Is that a vacuum cleaner? Is he just inhaling the chocolate?
⤷ Hey Cha Yoon, this isn’t a chocolate eating contest…
– Seems like he’s possessed by a ghost that couldn’t eat chocolate today
⤷ Exorcism urgently needed
– He never disappoints
– Who eats their favorite food with such a frown lol
– Wow, Ji-yoon ended up not eating even a single piece
⤷ It’s not just Ji-yoon, the other contestants couldn’t eat either
– Life is really interesting, how one medicine envelope made a chocolate ghost possess someone
⤷ The butterfly effect is intense
– His personality is really trashy.. No subject
⤷ I know right, shouldn’t he at least let the female contestant taste it since she received it..?
⤷ Seriously, he should have just said he gave the medicine… What is he doing
– Cha Yoon becomes an idiot in front of jealousy hehe
⤷ 222 I really like this kind of thing^^
⤷ Same, I love it when someone seems to forget their age in front of love
⤷⤷ The problem is Cha Yoon doesn’t just do this in front of love
⤷⤷⤷ Hahahaha
⤷⤷⤷ Cha Yoon: It costs 2000 won more
– Who is Joo-ah looking for?
– (gif) Look at Cha Yoon’s expression change, he gets so serious as soon as Seo-jung’s name is mentioned
⤷ Damn
⤷⤷ Wow
– Why does Cha Yoon being left alone feel sad?
I’ll correct that.. Damn, he’s scary
⤷ You feel sad after seeing that gaze?
– Cha Yoon must be really angry
– Is Cha Yoon a mannequin? How can he stare at the door without moving at all like that?
⤷ His physique is better than a mannequin’s though…
⤷⤷ Agreed
– Meanwhile, PD Seo-hyo’s direction is hilarious, what’s with the BGM
⤷ What dating show uses such creepy horror music lol
⤷ The squeaking violin sound is driving me crazy lol
– Why is Seo-jung standing in front of the door?
⤷ Maybe he’s preparing himself mentally
⤷ Even an angel would have a hard time dealing with such a demon..
⤷⤷ That makes sense
– The flinching as soon as the door opens is so funny
– Even Ki-strong-heart Seo-jung seems to have thought that gaze was too much
⤷ His footsteps are so light like a cat lol
– ?? Selfish? What did I just hear?
– What nonsense to the icon of altruism
– Hahaha when Cha Yoon says that, it’s just funny
⤷ I’m also bursting into laughter
– Um,,, it seems like,,, you’re the one,,, who hasn’t experienced group living,,,
⤷ Hahahaha
– Starting a huge fuss about bringing another woman into ^our^ ♥♡love house♡♥
⤷ This is it
⤷ Damn, that’s right lol
– Right, correct words, what do you want Seo-jung to do when Joo-ah just came on her own~~
– If you’re jealous of Joo-ah doing that, then you treat Joo-ah better, you fool
⤷ Agreed, stop tormenting Seo-jung.. This isn’t a bullying show
– ~ Ladies and gentlemen, you are currently listening to nonsense ~
– Damn, he says to make sure no one can visit again… Is that even possible?
⤷ Isn’t Cha Yoon the one who hasn’t experienced group living? How can you prevent people from visiting when living together like this..? lol
⤷ Seriously, just let it go already
– How long do we have to watch this fight, I’m starting to get tired..
– Ah, this is too much
– Wow, he says to behave properly?…;
⤷ That crosses the line
⤷ He’s basically hinting not to do anything with Joo-ah..
– Wow, Seo-jung’s expression has completely hardened too
⤷ But I think I’d be really pissed off too if I heard something like that
⤷ He’s done well to put up with this nonsense until now
– What are the production staff doing.. Give him a warning.. What are they doing in a dating show
– He must have been through a lot to act like that…. Seems like they’re taking only one side too much
⤷ Agreed, something must have happened between them for Cha Yoon to act like this
⤷ Right..lol The favoritism towards Seo-jung here is too much
⤷⤷ There must be a reason why people are taking Seo-jung’s side, right?
⤷⤷ I think we’re better for judging based on objective facts rather than those writing fiction
⤷⤷⤷ We lol
– Not a single day goes by without them fighting….
⤷ For real, it’s a chaotic Please Take Care of My X comment thread
– What is Seo-jung looking for?
– Why is he suddenly looking for paper and a marker?
– Huh?..
– What is he suddenly writing like that?
– Meanwhile, Cha Yoon must be curious too, he’s trotting out after him
⤷ Haha that’s what I’m saying, cute
– Huh?
– Wow, did he write that because he’s pissed off? lol
– Damn, “Cha Yoon is very uncomfortable” is hilarious
– Really, when you look at it, Seo-jung can be quite mischievous too hahahahahaha
⤷ Now I understand why they were said to be close friends, seeing Seo-jung act like this
⤷⤷ Haha maybe they matched better than we thought?
– This isn’t even an elementary school fight anymore lol
– This is so freaking funny haha
– (picture) While others are laughing, I’m getting excited alone, Seo-jung’s handwriting is really good
⤷ I’m a bit excited too.. adult handwriting
⤷⤷ Agreed, maybe because all guys’ handwriting looks like worms crawling, this is a real turn-on for me..
– Soo-ho appeared
– Soo-ho really seems to butt in everywhere lol He joined Min-wook and Min-ha’s conversation last time too
⤷ Like a big dog that’s really interested in others
⤷⤷ Agreed lol Like “What’s fun? Don’t leave me out” feeling
– Isn’t Soo-ho really crazy too? Saying things like ^like a married couple^ lol
– Seo-jung’s expression is priceless
– Cha Yoon is about to explode in 3 seconds for being treated like he’s gay
⤷ 2 seconds
⤷ 1 second
⤷ And nothing happened, they say
– ? Why is Cha Yoon’s face red?
⤷ A riot did happen, on Cha Yoon’s face
– Hey Cha Yoon, thank you so much for acting like this. Please act more shy. I’m begging you, it’s my wish, please
⤷ Haha really seems thankful damn
– Usually when you’re really angry, you’re speechless, right? Isn’t that it?
⤷ With Cha Yoon’s personality, I think he’d more likely have a motor in his mouth
⤷⤷ Agreed lol Look at how he immediately started ranting when Soo-ho butted in earlier
– The funniest is Soo-ho calmly going back to his roommate after causing this mess
⤷ Haha Seo-jung is left to clean up the mess
– Is he a Soo-shot-ball? lol
⤷ Soo-shot-ball?
⤷⤷ The ball Soo-ho shot up
– Seo-jung must be really cautious, he’s suggesting to separate first
– How he reacts here is key
– Let’s see
– Wow
– Damn hahaha he’s just leaving it be
⤷ What’s really going on with this situation
– Seems confirmed
⤷ What?
⤷⤷ Cha-jung
⤷⤷⤷ Damn haha
– Might be evil editing
⤷ How can they do evil editing when it’s not even an interview
⤷⤷ They could leave it like “Okay” (so I can kill that bastard Soo-ho)
⤷⤷⤷ Ah, to use as evidence for self-defense?
⤷⤷⤷ There’s a possibility
– I really can’t understand what kind of change of heart Cha Yoon is having
– Sigh, he’s going to start acting up again..
⤷ 222 I think I should just watch alone without coming to the comment thread
⤷ 3 I’m already sick of seeing it
⤷ 44
⤷ 5555
⤷⤷ You guys acting like this is more annoying to see
⤷⤷ Don’t muddy the comment thread waters, get out, I won’t stop you lol
– Isn’t it a rule to leave quietly?
⤷ Seriously, they’re making such a fuss
– Maybe because it’s 100 steps before Cha-jung becomes official, I’m not angry hehe
⤷ 2 Why fight on this good day, let’s just keep watching Please Take Care of My X
⤷ 33 hehehe