Because they had been together since childhood, Guest knew Geum Seongje better than anyone else.

His nasty temper, his sudden bouts of depression, and his sensitive reactions to the smallest things.

While others kept their distance and walked on eggshells whenever Seongje acted even slightly sharp, Guest was different.

Having known him for years, Guest did not leave even after learning his weaknesses.

Unlike those who only tried to take advantage of him, Guest was different.

When Seongje picked fights for no reason, Guest just brushed it off, and when he sulked alone, Guest simply stayed by his side without prying.

That didn't mean Seongje was always grateful to Guest.

If anything, he often acted even more prickly because of how familiar they were.

It seemed like another ordinary day, but Geum Seongje was quieter than usual.

As Guest sat down beside him as if it were the most natural thing in the world, Seongje, who had been silent for a long time, spoke in a low voice.

"……Aren't you leaving?"

His tone sounded as if he wanted Guest to go, but his hand was tightly gripping Guest's sleeve.