Things That Deserve To Die

Il-hyun frowned as he shaved his chin with shaving cream. He was standing still because it was raining and his right thigh was tingling. Even though it had been over a year since he had been shot, he still felt a slight pain in his leg on cloudy days.

The surgery was carried out at Kang Yoo-jung’s hospital, which prided itself on being the best, but it was subpar. If only they were not related by blood, he would undoubtedly sue and seek restitution for the damage. He went out after shaving and taking a shower.

After choosing a shirt, tie and watch in the dressing room, he put them on and stood in front of the mirror. Chairman Kang promoted Il-hyun to CEO while he was away for a few months due to a leg injury. He realized he wouldn’t be able to cut his throat right away, so he resolved to look for another opportunity while cursing his stomach in moderation. He’s a snake-like old man. He went downstairs after straightening his crooked necktie to find Tae-soo waiting for him.

“You are here, Sir.”

He greeted the staff in the morning, went to the table, and sat down, while the house chef was preparing a meal. Hangover soup was served thanks to drinking until late last night. Instead of rice, he drinks soup with a spoon, and his stomach is already full.

“It’s Sunday, are you going to work today?”

The house chef looked at him with a sad expression and asked. Kang Il-hyun has recently been more focused on his work. She understands he’s busy because he’s been promoted, but he’s frequently skipped meals, and she’s concerned about his health.

“Yes, I was unable to work yesterday.”

“Shall I bring you a packed lunch?”

“No. I’ll take care of it at a nearby restaurant.”

Just then, Tae-soo’s cell phone rings in front of him. Tae-soo took the phone and walked into the living room. Yes, yes, alright. He returned to his position after a brief phone call. He looked like he had a lot to say, but he seemed to be waiting for Il-hyun to finish his meal, so he asked first.

“What’s going on?”

“The cathedral has contacted us.”

“Cathedral?”

Il-hyun, who was about to drink water, stopped. Tae-soo didn’t say anything else. Their eyes met, and a smile slowly spread across Il-hyun’s face. When he got up from his seat, the house chef asked worriedly.

“Aren’t you going to eat more?”

“I think I have to go in a hurry.”

Il-hyun, who was about to go out with Tae-soo, looked back and called the resident house.

“Ma’am.”

“Yes, Sir.”

Il-hyun smiled happily and asked.

“Please prepare dinner with special care tomorrow. It seems that a special guest will come.”

***

Ja-kyung enjoyed sunbathing while lying on a sunbed wearing only shorts and a swimsuit. Wang Han, Rita, and Sasha were bouncing and playing beach ball inside the pool. Sasha came out from the pool, wipes herself dry, and takes a beer from a bucket of ice, which she hands to him.

“Thank you.”

Ja-kyung got up from his seat and accepted the beer. Wang Han’s ball flew over Ja-kyung’s head, so he knocked it off and laughed. When he turned around, he saw her holding out an oil bottle.

“Apply it for me.”

She smiled wide enough to reveal her dimples before lying down on the sunbed and untying her swimsuit straps. Ja-kyung poured it into his palm and rubbed it over her shoulder and back. Her white skin was similar to the first time he saw it as it was not easily tanned or red.

He rubbed the back and waist, beginning with the shoulders until the skin was soft and smooth. She made eye contact with him while he applied the oil. Ja-kyung deliberately pretended not to know the meaning of those eyes.

Nonetheless, Wang Han often brought up about Sasha these days and pushed him to do well. However, he was leaving this place soon, and he didn’t want to make a useless relationship.

“Wei.”

She called Ja-kyung’s Chinese name. When he looked at her, she lowered her voice and whispered.

“I’m only telling you this, but Rita likes Han.”

Ja-kyung returned his gaze to the two people playing in the water. It was obvious that she likes him. Using ball games as an excuse, they hugged and fussed over each other. He smiled at them, but Sasha called him again.

“How about you?”

“What?”

“Do you like someone?”

“Why do you ask?”

“I thought you weren’t interested in women at all. I was wondering if you like men.”

Ja-kyung shook his head without thinking. Absolutely not. Sasha’s mouth went up on both sides at those words. Wang Han called Ja-kyung while the two were talking. Bring the machine that pumps air into the tube to me.

Ja-kyung got up from his seat and walked into the house. Loud laughter could be heard from inside. Wang Han recently appeared so happy that he often thought it wouldn’t be a bad idea to just live like this for the rest of his life.

He was looking for an air pump in his bedroom when he heard a noise at the door.

When he looked up, Sasha had already entered. She leans in front of the closed door. She looked beautiful as if it were created by her moderately sized chest and narrow waistline.

“The two of them are kissing now. I think I should avoid them.”

She smiled and walked over to sit directly in front of him.

“Do you want me to help you find it?”

She stated that she wanted to help him in finding it, but her lips moved closer to his. Ja-kyung smiled as her intentions were obvious. Her upper body leaned in to kiss Ja-kyung on the lips. It was as soft and thick as a marshmallow.

Ja-kyung didn’t push her away, instead gently pressing his lips together. Her body is getting closer and closer. Ja-kyung was also not wearing a top, so her bare body touched his chest, and her breasts were pressed against his chest, spreading heat to the area they touched. It was the first kiss and contact with someone else after almost a year. She also has a fragrant scent.

She must have had a drink, and because he is human, his body heated up. His hands were wrapped around her waist and he was about to untie her swimsuit straps when his cell phone rang on the bed. Ja-kyung gently tapped Sasha on the shoulder. Her lips parted and she gave him a sad expression.

“Can’t you answer it later?”

It could have been Wang Lun on a business trip to Japan, so he needed to answer it right away.

“Sorry. It just takes a moment.”

He walked away from her, went to bed, and picked up his phone. He had no idea what the international conversion number was. He got it immediately, just in case, but it was a video call. Wang Lun occasionally contacted him via video, so he waited for his face to appear.

The screen shook, and he saw a blue sky for a split second before seeing a black suit pass by. What. After some time has passed, an unexpected face appears on the screen. Ja-kyung’s eyes widened beyond measure.

On the screen, Kang Il-hyun, who was smoking a cigarette, smiled brightly.

[Hi, honey.]

Surprised, Ja-kyung hurriedly hung up the phone and threw it on the bed. Standing as hard as a stone, Sasha gets up and approached him. She asked as to what was going on, but his mouth couldn’t open. Did he see it wrong? No. That face was definitely Kang Il-hyun.

The phone rang again before he could clear his mind. Let’s not answer it. It kept ringing. Sasha asked with a worried face.

“Wei, are you okay?”

Ja-kyung smiled and nodded his head. The phone rings again, just as he decides to go out and tell Wang Han about it. He couldn’t believe it, but it was Wang Lun’s number this time. He was getting a shiver down his spine. He checked his phone and saw that it was a video call.

When he pressed the answer button, Kang Il-hyun appeared instead of Wang Lun. Damn it. His ominous hunch was not wrong.

Ja-kyung closed and opened his eyes. On the screen, the smile on his face had a distinct sly expression. Ja-kyung suddenly realized Sasha was standing next to him. He quickly reversed the screen, pushed Sasha in the back, escorted her out of the room, and shut the door.

He could see the corners of Kang Il-hyun’s mouth raising.

[Looks like you’re having fun. Naked.]

Ja-kyung clenched his teeth and glared at him. Kang Il-hyun lowered his eyes briefly before slowly raising them. He was smiling, but his eyes were filled with the viciousness of murder.

[I know we still have things to sort out.]

Ja-kyung didn’t answer.

[How. Shall I go? Or do you want to come?]

“Where is the owner of the cell phone?”

Il-hyun raised his eyebrows. Are you talking about this person? As Il-hyun turned the screen around, Ja-kyung could see Wang Lun sitting on his knees, completely covered in blood. He squeezed his strength and screamed as he raised his head and stretched out his hand as if to grab his cell phone.

[Don’t, don’t come! Never come back!]

Kang Il-hyun snatched Wang Lun’s hand and brought it to his mouth as he floundered into the air. Ja-kyung’s eyes widened. Wang Lun’s little finger cut into Kang Il-hyun’s mouth in an instant. A scary sound was heard, and Wang Lun’s scream broke through the screen.

[Arghhhh!]

Ja-kyung stood firm and only looked at the screen. Kang Il-hyun stuck out his tongue in the video. A little finger was resting on his tongue. He took it in his hand and held it close enough to the screen to show it while smiling horrifyingly. The cut joint was clear.

“You, you son of a…!”

Ja-kyung gnashed his teeth with an angry face.

Kang Il-hyun wiped the blood from his mouth with the back of his hand and opened his mouth.

[Answer me.]

It felt like the air was freezing cold. Ja-kyung stared at Kang Il-hyun on the screen while holding his breath. Even after a year, he hadn’t changed at all.

No, his eyes were livelier than before.

When there was no answer, Il-hyun looked at the screen and asked again.

[Shall I go or will you come?]