Bodyguard

“Hey! Come back here!” A gun shot was then heard throughout the night.

No. The guy being chased doesn’t even want to look back. They were too many, about twenty men or so. They were all in black and he knows who sent them. Darn. If it were just ten of them, he could take them all single handedly but no, the effin’ guys have recruits!

He tried to fish out his phone from his pocket while still running for his life. Unfortunately, as if the gods forbid him to stay alive, he realized that his phone was smashed when it fell from his pocket while blocking three guys’ kicks all at the same time.

Oh, great, just when he needs his best friends, they were not there. Usually, he was with them but he has some darn meeting about his exhibit in New York. What a great timing for them to attack him! He was unguarded. He didn’t want any bodyguards to follow him around so this was the consequence for that. Augh. What a great night, he didn’t know where to run off to now.

Hearing the footsteps following him slowly fading away, he realizes that the guys were giving up in running after him. He starts to speed down but not to the extent that the guys would make it to him. Panting, he turned around the corner into the dark alley just beside an old building. He begins to breathe normally and he frantically sticks his body to the wall to see if the guys are still following him.

It seems like the guys got tired and started planning for their next attack. “Aish.” He cursed angrily. He needs to think things through. What should he do about them? At first, he thought that the attacks are just mild and of course, his overconfidence said that he could fight them alone. But tonight, he was wrong. They had a lot more guys than the last time he encountered them and it was a great timing for them to attack him after his meeting. They knew his schedule pretty well.

Oh, great. Now, he learned his lesson. He needs at least a bodyguard to protect him. Okay. Just one. It wouldn’t hurt his image. Not really.

He looked around for any more signs of the devils. When he found none, he straightened up his clothes and searched for a nearby mobile shop. He badly needs a phone right now. He needs to contact his best friends. They would help him. They were practically brothers.

He found a mobile shop a few blocks from where he was. He walked briskly, still aware of the danger that might come if he’s not careful. Once he arrived, he quickly went inside the shop and demanded the manager for a phone. Of course, the manager knows him. She’s a girl after all. Who wouldn’t know Korea’s famous Casanova? No weird girl, surely.

The manager, seeing him frantic and angry, didn’t try to flirt with him but immediately went inside the stock room for the most expensive phone. Only the expensive for the F4’s, that’s what everyone knows.

The manager came out in an instant, holding the brand new phone in her hands. “Sir—“

Before she can say anything else, Yi Jung had to cut her off. “Just put in my usual number. The company knows it.” He said impatiently.

“Of course.” She replied in a tiny voice. She swiftly did what she was told. After a minute, the phone was ready to use and he gladly took it. He dialed a number and his best friend picked up after a ring.

“Yo Yi Jung, my bro!” Woo Bin’s voice was heard from the other line.

“Listen, I need you to pick me up. I have urgent news to tell you guys. It’s getting worse.”

“Man, I didn’t know it could be this bad.” Woo Bin said in a disapproving tone. He sighed and traced circles on the cup of coffee with his thumb. It felt warm on his hand in contrast with the cold atmosphere surrounding them.



“Me neither. I just need to confirm that they did this. A little more evidence and I’m going to make my move.” Yi Jung’s tone was calm and collected but Woo Bin, his long time best friend, knows that Yi Jung is trying to control his anger and frustration. He couldn’t blame him. People would do anything, even if they are family, just for wealth and power. “But anyway, I kind of thought about it.”



“Eh?” Woo Bin prompted as he raised his eyebrow at him.



“I need a bodyguard… Just one and just in case.” At this, Woo Bin’s jaw dropped. Of all the times he knew Yi Jung, it was the only time he saw a hint of fear in him. Usually, it was either Yi Jung would hide it or he doesn’t care at all to even feel fear.



But seeing him right now, he was seriously asking for security so that’s what he’s gonna get. “Sure thing bro.”



“I’ll drop by your place tomorrow.”



“No. You could pick your choice of bodyguard.” He disagreed as he took a sip of his now cold coffee. “But you’re going to stay at my place for the night.”



Yi Jung couldn’t decline. He knows Woo Bin was only concerned for his safety so he just nodded without any complaints.

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It was nine o’ clock in the morning. Yi Jung together with Woo Bin was now at the Song’s hiding place. Woo Bin’s men positioned themselves in a straight line as soon as Prince Song and Yi Jung entered the large white doors. Maybe Prince Song told them to prepare themselves though it’s not really the point in here. They’re in serious business: Searching for the perfect bodyguard for a cold-hearted Casanova.



“This is Min Hyuk right here. He’s our second ranked fighter though a single kick could bruise anyone that comes in his way.” Woo Bin described the first man in the line. The men were all in their black suits and shades. They all look intimidating and scary.



“Uhuh…” Yi Jung nodded while scrutinizing the guy in front of him. The guy named Min Hyuk was polite enough to give a bow and then back into standing still again. “I guess he’s okay but where’s your top fighter?”



“Well… I don’t know if you’d like her…” Woo Bin shook his head, clearly hesitating.



“Her? You mean your top fighter’s a girl?” Yi Jung said in disbelief. Actually, Yi Jung’s the type of guy who still thinks girls are weak and couldn’t really put up a few punches and all. Yup, he’s a sexist alright.



“Yeah. I knew you would react that way.” Woo Bin told him. Well, apparently, that’s why he didn’t include her in this line. He knew Yi Jung would really disapprove of it. It’s assumed that Yi Jung wouldn’t take her. His pride wouldn’t let him get guarded by a… girl. “Well, anyway, she just works part time and she doesn’t really approve of the underground business so mostly, she’s used sometimes as a bodyguard and sometimes a spy. She’s a good friend of mine actually and really, Yi Jung-ah, don’t underestimate her… She already fought with these men over here singlehandedly.”



Yi Jung couldn’t quite believe what he was hearing. A girl? Fought these men? Wow. In Yi Jung’s mind, he pictured a very muscular girl or someone like Jae Kyung’s, Woo Bin’s girlfriend, bodyguard. But that doesn’t really convince him to hire that certain girl as his bodyguard. Even though she’s that tough, he can’t bear people making fun of him because he has a girl bodyguard. “Okay, I’ll just take this guy then.”



Woo Bin patted his best friend shoulder and then turned to Min Hyuk. “You’ll now be under Yi Jung’s command. Got it?” Woo Bin said, his voice full of authority. “But if anything really bad happens, you should contact us immediately and call for recruits.”



Min Hyuk nodded once and took a step forward. He bowed again to the two of them. “Yah, I just got two rules for you. Distance yourself. Don’t go too close to me. At least, 2 meters away from me… Privacy. Don’t butt into my business. Everything you hear and everything you see, just shut it. Got that?” Yi Jung gazed at him fiercely and Min Hyuk responded with a nod.



“Yes, Master So.”



“Then… We’ll get along pretty well.”



Prince Song dismissed everyone and followed Yi Jung and Min Hyuk leaving the place. For a minute, he stopped Yi Jung and whispered. “Yi Jung-ah. In any case, Min Hyuk is your bodyguard by day but at night, I’d send men around your house. Min Hyuk couldn’t guard you 24/7, you know.”



“Aish.” He cursed. Does he really need that? Augh. Fine. Woo Bin’s right. He guessed he could live with that.

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Min Hyuk drove Yi Jung to the mall. Yi Jung was currently with some random girl to cool himself down. He needs to calm his nerves and stop thinking about the guys that were after him.



He admits the girl he’s with right now is really annoying. Jae Hyun or is it Eun Hea? Whatever her name is. It doesn’t really matter. He just needs some company with him since his best friends are busy with their own lives. Though the girl clings to him like crazy, he paid no attention.



“Oppa, let’s go to that clothes store.” Annoying Girl squealed and pulled Yi Jung by the arm. Yi Jung smirked and followed her to the shop. Psssh. As if he’s gonna buy her anything but seeing her clothes, Annoying Girl probably needs it. Her clothes barely covered her body and it disgusted Yi Jung especially now since he’s not really in the mood.



“Hey, how about buying some drinks over there?” Yi Jung suggested before Annoying Girl could enter the shop. He doesn’t really know what stall he’s pointing at but he doesn’t want to waste his patience in some random store with Annoying Girl.



“Sure oppa!” Annoying Girl agreed willingly. Of course she would. She wouldn’t want Yi Jung to walk away and leave her there.



Annoying Girl still clutched his arm as they walked to the stall. He ordered two mango shakes without asking Annoying Girl. Blah. If she complains and tests his patience, Yi Jung can just pick up another random girl and well, Annoying Girl did complain.



“Oppa. I don’t want mango shakes.” She whined.



“Fine, what do you want?” He raised his eyebrow and her and he didn’t even try to hide his irritation.



“Well…” Annoying Girl twirled her finger on her curly hair. She winked at him and smiled. “What about some champagne at your place?”



Yi Jung smirked and shook his head. He took the mango shakes from the stall owner and handed one to Annoying Girl. “I don’t think so. Here, take this mango shake and drink all you want. I’m outta here.” Yi Jung hastily took her arm off of him. He quickly walked away from Annoying Girl as his bodyguard stopped her from going after him. She called out to him but Yi Jung ignored her without any hesitation.



As he was walking away from her, he didn’t notice the girl walking in front of him that he bumped into her accidentally. He spilled his mango shake unto her and from his shock, he dropped his jaw and slowly, he glanced up to look at the girl he just bumped into. She didn’t look at all pleased.



“Yah! What the hell?!” She shouted. “Watch where you’re going!” Okay, with that, Yi Jung was seriously shocked and amazed at this girl. Back then, no girl dared shout at him, well besides his Omma and Jun Pyo’s noona, they always flirt with him and all.



The girl was frustrated and she continuously glared at Yi Jung. “Yah! You weren’t looking either! If you are, then you could have prevented bumping to me at least.” Yi Jung glared at her, this time, letting out all his frustrations.



He looked at the girl from head to toe and he was amused by how fragile she looked but apparently, looks can really be deceiving. She was tough and could intimidate anyone by just one glare. Though Yi Jung has to admit, the girl looked beautiful even if she’s void of make-up. Not the type of girls he usually bedded but some normal girl that could make guys go gaga if she just dressed herself up.



Yi Jung noticed that she had amazing brown eyes and just by looking at her hair, he knows it was healthy and soft. The ones that is nice and smooth to touch. Her lips were pink as berries and looked so soft and moist. After a few more seconds, Yi Jung finally realized that he was staring at the girl. Fortunately, though, the girl didn’t notice.



The girl stopped glaring and looked down. She realized he was right. Her face quickly turned from anger to embarrassment. Yi Jung had to smirk at that. He hit her soft spot right there. “Babo…” He whispered and was about to walk away but the girl heard him.



Gone was the guilty girl a few moments ago. She roughly pulled him back and stared fiercely into him again. “Yah! What do you mean babo? Aish! Why you…!”



Again, this girl didn’t fail to surprise Yi Jung. The girl was clearly not dazzled and mesmerized by him or so he thought. Another thing that astonished Yi Jung is the fact that the girl grabbed him by the collar. She dropped all her paper bags and glared at Yi Jung. Yi Jung’s mind was blank now. What is this girl? He couldn’t bring himself to talk. This was beyond his world.



The girl was about to punch Yi Jung but decided against it. She smiled sweetly at him. Too sweet for his liking. She picked up her belongings. Yi Jung thought she was done with him but no… As soon as she got all her belongings, she kicked his shin and briskly walked away from him. Aish, for a girl, she could hit pretty hard.



“Yah!” Yi Jung, still shocked as he is, yelped in pain and clutched his shin. He glanced at the leaving figure of the girl and glared continuously at her direction.



“Master So!” Min Hyuk ran to assist him but Yi Jung pushed him away.



“Where were you?! Idiot!” He yelled angrily. His bodyguard looked apologetically at him but he didn’t care. He’s his bodyguard for crying out loud. He could have stopped that girl. Yi Jung couldn’t hit her since she’s a girl though he would never admit that he didn’t hit her because he was shocked and felt weak because of her glare. No one had to know that.



But still, that innocent yet tough face didn’t leave his mind. And as he went home, he didn’t realize that she was all he could think about ever since that encounter and Yi Jung had an inkling that they would meet again… soon.