Contract Marriage with Memory Loss on Top - Chapter 87

Yeah, it can’t be helped. Yeon-woo sighed deeply as he watched Ki-won’s credit card being inserted into the reader. Anyway, the moment the payment was approved, the transaction details would be sent to his cell phone, so he decided to tell the truth.

A gift should be surprising and nice when received unexpectedly. Yeon-woo tried hard to shake off the memory that was deeply etched in his mind. Buying his gift with his money…. Even though he said he would pay it back later, his shoulders kept drooping down, so he had to consciously put strength into them.

“Payment completed.”

The employee handed over the receipt along with the card and stared intently at one spot. Wondering where they were looking, Yeon-woo followed their gaze and it stopped somewhere at the bottom of the card. They seemed to be looking at Ki-won’s name engraved on the card in English. Yeon-woo unconsciously raised his eyebrows and straightened his back.

‘They must have been doubtful whether it was true or not that I was hyung’s spouse, but now it’s definitely confirmed.’

He knew it would be difficult to 100% trust what he said since there were all sorts of people. Although it was a relationship formed through a contract, he felt strangely proud for no reason.

What am I doing? Yeon-woo, who soon came to his senses, coughed a few times in embarrassment and turned around. It seemed he could just pick up the suit at the information desk and go home. Although the contents were just a light watch, it felt heavy on his shoulders, perhaps because of the amount.

***

“Thank you.”

Just as Yeon-woo received the paper bag from the information desk staff and was about to turn around after expressing his gratitude, his cell phone vibrated and there was a call from Ki-won. He must have called after seeing the card transaction details. Yeon-woo, whose face turned red with embarrassment, quickly sat on a nearby bench and cleared his throat.

‘Calm down.’

Although he had used 90 million won, an amount that would be 100 million won if a little more was added, without telling Ki-won, it was money he would return. Knowing that he wouldn’t be scolded if he explained well, Yeon-woo took a deep breath and tried hard to compose his emotions. The biggest problem now was embarrassment. The point that he had proudly gone to the department store saying he would secretly buy a gift, but didn’t lift the limit restriction. Saying this with his own mouth made him feel embarrassed and his face flushed with heat.

“…Hello.”

Yeon-woo carefully spoke, feeling like the call would be cut off if he delayed any longer.

“Yeah, Yeon-woo. It’s me.”

Fortunately, there was no particular emotion in Ki-won’s voice. Yeon-woo took this opportunity to start spilling out his words like a bullet. He shouldn’t give him a chance until he tells him the whole story.

“Hyung, listen to me first. There was a reason for all this.”

“…Huh?”

When he poured out his words without a chance to breathe, enunciating clearly, Ki-won gave a puzzled reaction. Yeon-woo, who was about to tell the whole story, hesitated and pondered for a moment.

‘Could it be that hyung doesn’t know about the card usage yet?’

Yeon-woo felt a little bit of relief in his heart, but he still couldn’t not say anything. Taking a deep breath, Yeon-woo slowed down the speed of his words that he had been spitting out like a rap and spoke as usual.

“Actually… I charged 90 million won on hyung’s card…”

“Ah, is that so?”

Is that so, I see. So? It was a nuance as if asking like this. It was a tone that made it seem like it was really nothing, so Yeon-woo had to feel perplexed instead.

“Aren’t you going to ask where I used it? I said 90 million won, not 90,000 won?”

“Yeah, yeah. You used it well.”

“…Huh?”

It was quite far from the reaction he had expected. As if Yeon-woo wasn’t the only one puzzled, Ki-won also asked if there was any problem.

“Hyung… Aren’t you curious where I used such a large sum of money? Maybe the card transaction details weren’t sent as a text message?”

“Transaction details? Why would I bother paying attention to that?”

“Aha…”

…Such a chaebol. 90 million won must be like 90,000 won to him. Yeon-woo, who felt the tension release, wiped his dry face and burst out laughing.

“Actually, I went to the department store to buy a gift for hyung, but my card had a limit.”

“Really? You, for me?”

“Yes, I’m giving it to you, hyung.”

Yeon-woo’s mood also greatly improved as the voice heard over the receiver seemed to be filled with joy. Yeon-woo, who rubbed his lips that kept smiling, finished saying what he was going to say.

“Anyway, since it’s something I bought because I wanted to give it to hyung, I want to return the money. Could you send me your account number? I’ll transfer it to you.”

“Hmm, I don’t have an account number?”

“There’s no way you don’t have one.”

“It’s possible to not have one.”

“You’re a business owner?”

“That could be possible too.”

“Then where do you usually receive money?”

“In my heart.”

What the heck is this hyung saying? The absurd Yeon-woo snorted and narrowed his eyes. Isn’t it too obvious that he’s deliberately trying not to receive it? He thought it would be better to withdraw cash and give it to him if he kept insisting.

“It’ll be troublesome if you don’t receive it.”

“Oh dear, troublesome… I’m so nervous. For example?”

“I’ll make 90 million won out of 1,000 won bills and give it to you.”

“Will the bank really give it like that?”

“…Even if it takes several days, I’ll exchange it into 1,000 won bills and give it to you.”

“Hmm, scary.”

“Tsk… Hyung! Don’t tease me.”

When Yeon-woo answered irritably after exploding, laughter was heard over the receiver. Is it funny? It’s fortunate if he finds it amusing, but he didn’t seem to have any intention of giving the account number till the end, so Yeon-woo unleashed a strong attack.

“If hyung doesn’t give me the account number till the end, I’ll withdraw cash and bring it to you. What if something happens then? If a robber follows me…!”

When Yeon-woo trembled with an exaggerated tone, silence followed for a moment.

“Okay. Then I’ll tell you later, not now.”

“Tsk, later… If that’s the case, I’ll wait for a bit. You have to let me know the account number for sure.”

“Of course, naturally.”

Although it felt uneasy that he said he would give it later, Yeon-woo decided to quietly trust him, knowing that Ki-won wasn’t someone who would deceive him on purpose.

“By the way, if you didn’t call because of the transaction details, why did you call? Do you have something you want me to do?”

“It’s not that. It’s nothing much, but…”

For something he said was nothing much, he took a long time to say it. What the heck is he trying to say by doing this? The longer the silence, the more Yeon-woo listened attentively.

“Do you want to stay out overnight today?”

“With hyung?”

Is he trying to go somewhere to play? It seemed like he wanted to go on a short trip, like when they had visited the villa together. It was a sudden suggestion, but it wasn’t bad if it was with Ki-won.

‘But hyung’s complexion was really bad…’

The reason he couldn’t immediately answer yes was because recently, Ki-won’s fatigue was noticeably severe. His pale face with no hint of blood looked like he could collapse at any moment. Nevertheless, his unusually deep black eyes. They were more lustful than usual…. Yeon-woo, who had been immersed in his train of thought, got startled and slapped his own cheek.

“…Ah!”

Because he misjudged the strength, tears welled up a little. A scream and laughter burst out at the same time at the absurdity.

“No, I have work to do. Only you will be going.”

“Huh…? You want me to stay out alone?”

“Have you heard of Cement Hotel?”

“Of course!”

Yeon-woo immediately answered, saying how could that even be a question. Cement Hotel was the most famous 5-star hotel in Korea.

“I somehow got a voucher for that hotel. I’d love to go together, but it just so happens that work is going to get busy.”

“Is that so…?”

As Yeon-woo was making a troubled sound in his throat, Ki-won continued to urge him on.

“The expiration date is tight, so if I can’t use it today, it might go to waste.”

“…Oh no.”

“How about resting for 3 nights and 4 days? Meals are also provided for free. Take this opportunity to relax and enjoy yourself.”

What should I do? It was a really sweet offer. But the thought of spreading my legs and resting alone while the sick Ki-won was working busily pricked my conscience.

“No, I don’t think I’ll go after all.”

“Why?”

When Yeon-woo showed his intention to refuse, Ki-won asked back sternly. It was hard to hear clearly, but it seemed like he also sighed. What, was I actually a hindrance? If not, there’s no way he would react like this. He might be on edge since he’s busy and sick on top of that. His reaction was understandable, but I couldn’t help feeling disappointed. Yeon-woo, who became gloomy, eventually had to reverse the decision he had made.

“I was just kidding earlier. Okay! I’ll go and come back.”

“I knew you would answer like that, so I prepared in advance. The luggage will be ready when you get home. You can take it and leave right away.”

“…Hyung, you’re not kicking me out for good, are you?”

I couldn’t shake off the sudden suspicion that this hyung might be kicking me out like this because I spent 90 million won. When Yeon-woo, who was choked up, immediately threw out the question, a hollow laugh came back.

“Yeon-woo, who would kick someone out to a 5-star hotel?”

“Right, that’s true too.”

Even he thought it was too much of an assumption, so Yeon-woo also ended up laughing along with Ki-won.