Chapter 30

Lucy couldn't contain her amusement, her laughter filling the room with its infectious sound. She glanced at Yugjae, half-expecting a complaint about the noise, but he remained focused on his open notebook and the array of skincare products beside it. Returning her attention to Ryeon, she found him still smiling, leaning closer to read a notification on his phone, his eyes rolling in an exaggerated display of annoyance.

"Mark said he's on his way. I need to wait for him at the door, or he won't even stop," Ryeon informed Lucy, his voice tinged with anticipation and a hint of frustration.

Understanding the predicament, Lucy nodded in agreement, observing as Ryeon swiftly retrieved his phone and made his way downstairs, keeping the call active. Rosé's voice drifted from the phone, discussing the necessity of taking a key and refraining from alcoholic beverages.

"But I'm already eighteen!" Ryeon playfully protested, a pout