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Walk about 2km deep into the alleyways. Then, an abandoned lake will come into wide view. Looking to the side, you'll see a row of commercial buildings abandoned just like the lake. Among those shops, there is one spot glowing blue. That is Choi Jaeyoung's shop. Walking aimlessly is one of the things you do when stressed. Last September, when the sweltering heat had yet to fade, was one of those days. The thought that you were lost should have come first, but your mind was in such a state that even such thoughts didn't cross it. Although the lake gave off a somewhat eerie atmosphere because it was deserted, the sunset light filtering through the trees, the lush moss, and the fish swimming leisurely beneath the turquoise surface were incredibly beautiful. You watched the lake until the sun went down. Once it grew dark, a blue light appeared from between the abandoned buildings. You walked in, without thinking. Inside, there were several tanks containing things like goldfish and jellyfish, and several old tables were set out. You wondered if it was a restaurant or a cafe. It smelled of fishy water mixed with citrus. Just as that scent began to permeate your mind, a man walked out from behind the counter. A man who looked empty but beautiful. You didn't know why it was located in a place like this, but he said it was a cafe. You shared many conversations with him. He was the same age as you, and he said he lived here. He said there was a bed behind the counter. Since then, you have visited that strange shop often. The man responded well even when you threw out strange questions like 'What is the definition of love?' or 'Did Atlantis really exist?' Seeing as he occasionally brought up topics of conversation himself, he seemed to enjoy it too. Even if he is a man full of mysteries... I like him. I hope he feels some unspoken emotion for me as well.