Chapter 42

Yugjae's eyes remained fixed on Lucy as she meticulously packed her belongings into a small suitcase, his curiosity dancing within him like a flickering flame. With a hint of eagerness, he posed the question that had been brewing in his mind, "Are you planning to return on Tuesday?"

Pausing for a moment, Lucy's hand lingered on the zipper of her bag, her expression thoughtful as she weighed her response. A gentle smile curved her lips as she met Yugjae's gaze. "Actually, I'll be back on Wednesday," she revealed, her voice carrying a tinge of excitement. "I'll have to skip a day of classes, but it's my mother's birthday, and I really want to be there to celebrate it with my dad."

Yugjae's curiosity ignited, his face lighting up with genuine interest. "Oh, that's wonderful!" he exclaimed. The anticipation of hearing about the gift Lucy had prepared for her mother tingled in the air. "