Rindi had been in Korea for two years, and by now, she knew all the routes well. She had also made many acquaintances through her work as a translator. Rindi planned to attend a script reading event for a new drama tonight. Being a part-time translator for the production house, she was invited to join. Rindi was excited as she would get to see many artists tonight. However, she hesitated to go at the last minute, fearing that she might be unable to socialise naturally. Moreover, only a few knew that Rindi couldn't eat any food in Korea.

"Maybe I shouldn't go," Rindi mumbled, quickly taking off the sling bag she had put on.

Rindi was about to leave her bag when her phone rang, displaying Stefano's name on the screen.

"Hello, Fano," Rindi said softly and hesitantly.

Stefano's voice sounded on the other end.

"Can you accompany me to the script reading event? I wrote the lyrics for the drama's soundtrack, and tonight is the script reading event," Stefano asked, sounding uncertain.

"The script? After Marriage?" Rindi spontaneously asked. For some reason, that thought crossed her mind.

"Oh... You know? Or are you part-timing as a translator? It's perfect. I'll pick you up now, okay? You must be invited too," Stefano confidently said.

Rindi finally agreed to Stefano's invitation. If she went with Stefano, she could have a conversation partner, and Rindi could act as she always did.

Indeed, going with Stefano was the right choice. Although she initially received questioning looks from everyone, Rindi gradually got used to it. Stefano was always by her side, ensuring that whatever Rindi drank and ate was permissible for her. After the event, Stefano stopped his car on the Han River's bank. Stefano had consumed too much, and now his head was slightly spinning. Usually, Stefano could handle a lot of drinks, but tonight, he felt a bit weak.

"It's okay; let's stay here for a while. I just want to close my eyes for a bit. Rather than risking losing consciousness while driving later," Fano explained to Rindi.

With a slow nod, Rindi agreed to Fano's words. Before long, Rindi saw Stefano fall asleep.

Rindi's eyes opened slowly when someone knocked on Stefano's car window. Rindi jumped a little in surprise. Outside, there were already many people, and the sunlight had begun to show its face. Rindi didn't immediately open the car window; instead, she panicked Stefano.

"Fano_ssi, wake up; we're in big trouble," Rindi said, gently shaking Stefano's body.

A soft groan came from Stefano's lips; his eyes slowly opened, looking at Rindi while gathering his senses.

"Why, Rin? Are we here for too long..." Stefano didn't finish his sentence and was surprised to see several people surrounding his car. Stefano turned to look at Rindi now, sensing her fear.

"Calm down! We're not doing anything wrong; we just fell asleep in the car. You stay here; let me handle this outside," Stefano said, trying to reassure Rindi. With a nod, Rindi responded to Stefano's words.

After explaining to the people outside the car, Stefano returned inside. He fastened his seatbelt and looked at Rindi again.

"Buckle up; we're going home. I'm sorry that we're going home in the morning like this," Stefano said.

Rindi just nodded and followed Stefano's words. They left the Han River's bank in silence.

***

Rindi paced back and forth in front of the faculty room, hesitating to enter. She couldn't discuss this on campus. Rindi then decided to abandon her plan to meet Victor. She walked away from the faculty room and quickly left the campus.

"A music producer with the initials SC was involved in a scandal with an unknown woman. They spent the night on the outskirts of the Han River; what were they doing in a place like that?"

Stefano threw his phone in frustration after reading an article on a famous blog in South Korea. SC was undoubtedly him; luckily, the reporters didn't know Rindi's name. Stefano cursed himself; why did he fall asleep in the car until morning with Rindi? Even though they didn't do anything, people would still think negatively.

"How about Rindi? If she reads this article, it will surely hit her psychologically," Stefano said, weighing whether he should contact Rindi now. What if, for example, Rindi didn't know about this, and hearing the news shocked her? Stefano groaned in frustration, then threw his phone again randomly onto the sofa. He closed his eyes now.

The door to Stefano's music studio opened, and his friends entered individually. Rindi was also there, standing hesitantly in Stefano's studio.

"Hyung, wake up!" Victor said, shaking Stefano's body.

"Yeah! Yeah! Rindi is here, Hyung," Jason added, trying to wake Stefano up.

Stefano quickly opened his eyes and looked for Rindi. After seeing the girl who was being condemned by netizens, Stefano lowered his head. He sighed.

"You disturbed my sleep; can't you refrain from waking me up when you see me sleeping?" Fano protested, then left.

Stefano went to the bathroom, disappearing behind the door, and there was no sound except for the water from inside. Stefano's friends exchanged glances and then looked at Rindi, who seemed guilty.

"Don't feel guilty like that, Rindi-ya. Maybe Fano Hyung is just tired. That's why he's acting like that," Victor said, trying to make Rindi not think negatively.

"He's right; Fano Hyung isn't the type to get angry easily about other people's mistakes. If he comes out later, we can discuss it together," Namsuya continued wisely.

Since before, Namsuya had always been the most mature in everything.

***

"Are you going to class tomorrow? If yes, let me pick you up. I happen to have to deliver this document near your dorm," Victor said when Rindi hadn't left his car yet.

After returning from Stefano's studio earlier, Victor accompanied Rindi to the dorm since the others had plans. Stefano himself left the studio without saying anything. Stefano was avoiding Rindi now.

"No need to pick me up; I can take the bus later. Don't let there be negative news about you because of me," Rindi replied.

Victor widened his eyes, then tilted his head slightly. He laughed out loud, leaving Rindi confused about why Victor was laughing now.

"I'm not an idol or anything; no one will look for my news, unlike Fano Hyung. He is indeed a music producer," Victor said again amidst his laughter.

Rindi understood Victor's point and nodded in agreement.

"Okay, I'll pick you up at eight tomorrow," Victor continued.

Rindi could only nod in agreement. She then got out of Victor's car. Without looking back, Rindi opened the gate and entered her dorm area. Victor, on the other

Hand watched Rindi until she was no longer in his sight. Victor then took his phone from the dashboard.

"She's arrived safely at the dorm, Hyung."

Victor sent a short message to Jay and locked his phone again. He then left Rindi's dorm area with his black car.
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