Do you remember the first time you were heartbroken?

Light brown eyes focused on that sentence on the paper for a while. Read it over and over ten times. But I can't write any description.

Ray had his first love like any other teenager. But can it be called heartbroken? Still not sure It's like having a secret crush and each person having their own life. So it disappeared quietly.

His name is Ben Solo. He's the son of a liquor store owner where her friends like to hang out all night (with fake IDs).

In the beginning, he worked at the store almost every night. After a while it became more and more common that he would show up to make liquor. Please wipe the table. Which Ray found out later that he went to university. and probably won't come to the store often anymore

Let's talk about her family. Rey Erso's real last name is Holdo, which is her mother's last name. Why don't you use your father's or mother's surname? Because you don't know who the father is. Of course mom knows. But since Mom never talked about it and Ray's life never lacked anything. So there is no need to pay attention.

Emily Holdo is an A-class star. No one knew she had a child. In addition to House Erso, who is a direct relative of his mother.

Returning to the short sentence on the page, do you remember the first time you were heartbroken? Ray is now living with a tutor at home. Why does this teacher think A person like her could write such personal things. for others to read

If you tell anyone that Ray likes to read books. or dream of becoming a writer He probably wouldn't get laughed at like it was a joke in the bar. Because everyone tends to judge you by your appearance. Gothic is a beautiful word. It's a little worse: crazy people, dirty kids, extremists.

Two hands wearing rings with skulls, stars, and suns lining their fingers pushed the piece of paper away from them. The teacher looked up from his book and looked through his glasses with displeasure in his eyes.

“Just tell the story. All right, Mr. Ray.” A withered hand pushed the paper back towards her. “...Let's try.”

“Does my face look like someone who has been in love?”

The sound of half-running, half-walking footsteps came from behind. No need to guess, Ray knew who was approaching. It was her cousin, Jin Erso, who grabbed her leather bag and went to the bridge with both hands.

"Ray"

"No, Ray will be back."

Slim legs in black stockings There are enough blemishes in his style, walking quickly without waiting for an answer. Just the third tutor of the month. Just find the fourth person.

Ray had the driver scowl out of Erso's house immediately. Their destination was a department store in the city. Jin sent a message to complain repeatedly. She just sent a crying emoji back. to cut off the conversation Brother Jin will report this to his mother. Mother will find a new teacher to replace her. without saying anything Because I'm too lazy to say it. If I remember correctly, I'm probably filming a movie on the other side of the world. It would probably be another four or five days until she got a new teacher.

In the courtyard next to the mall There's a small fair. So Ray had the car parked there. without listening to objections She knew that her mother ordered people to follow her every step, which she agreed to, on one condition: follow whatever you wanted, but don't let it be known that you followed.

Dozens of pairs of eyes turned to look at him without concealment. Today, Ray wore a short-sleeved black turtleneck, showing off his narrow waist and pretty jewelry on his stomach. Black short skirt with stockings and matching boots. Wear rings on almost all ten fingers. except for the ring finger on the left hand His right arm from the shoulder down held a wrist covered with a pattern of vines and butterflies.

A whistling sound suddenly sounded. which Ray was already accustomed to So I automatically raised my finger at night.

“Whoa!” the dark-skinned young man shouted as he clapped his hands in delight.

“Do you play too hard? You weird grandma!” But the young white man expressed his dissatisfaction.

Ray initially decided not to argue with those hip-hop boys. But the word "freak" was too impressive to pass up.

“I act like you normally do.”

"Don't act like you're playing too much..."

“Shut your damn mouth, it's annoying.”

The young white man immediately rushed towards Ray. His other friends tried to stop him. Ray only felt that there really wasn't anything. Just a kid who wants to show off his skills in front of his friends. because he was betrayed by a girl

Out of the corner of his eye, Ray saw that the man in casual clothes was moving. Say something with a shirt collar

“Is there anything else?” Ray still didn't back down.

“That's enough, Jaret.” The dark-skinned young man held his friend's arm. He must have noticed the third person who was ready to join in the incident.

Ray moved his bag into place before walking into the mall. No mood for wandering around outside. Since moving here, Ray doesn't have any close friends. Finn and Rose are best friends that she thought she couldn't find anywhere else. But the reason for moving house Because that place...was too suitable for her.

My mother called that place the place of gathering.

Jakku is a decadent suburb. Not many people care about other people's business. Because everyone is only interested in their own business. Ray never felt strange there. Because there are only strange people there.

Finn is a young black boy. Status is not good His father often physically abused him. But after his father was arrested for drugs Finn's life changed completely.

As for Rose, a half-Asian girl There is a warm and lovely family. But I still haven't been bullied. Just because of race When three strange creatures meet So we have to take care of each other. Over a year, Ray lived there with Aunt Mash, an elderly relative whom Emily respected. It can be said to be the most extreme thing.

It's like being lost in the dark ages. She was introduced to tattoos, piercings, drugs (which she never dealt with) and alcohol, which of course she couldn't live without. Even spray paint on the walls. and ran away from the police

Including Ray's first secret crush. Of course Finn and Rose know this. Because she lost a bet in a drinking circle, she had to tell this secret. But that was since high school. She barely recognized him except for his wide ears, black hair, large nose, and black spots on his face. Prominent height A smile that shows off a little fangs...

That's it, I don't remember much.

Ray's first time spray-painting on a wall. It's where Firen's residential building is. The building owner tried to kick the Finn family out of their room. Because they want to sell that building. Ray begged his mother to buy the building. In exchange for her having to make a promise not to get a permanent tattoo…..yes. She uses tattoo designs

Ephemeral

or temporary tattoos

Butterfly is the symbol that Ray uses to represent himself. for spiritual development Change, resurrection, freedom and dreams. It was something she got from reading books. It's the only thing that keeps her from going crazy and luckily, Rose is a good girl who studies hard. Keep pulling, it's not Finn and her, it's more out of this world.

Ray still remembers that picture well, still remembers all the shapes, lines, and patterns. I remember it clearly enough that I stood stunned on this bookshelf for about ten minutes.

Because of the butterfly picture she sprayed on a wall in a deteriorating neighborhood. It became the illustration on the cover of the number one selling book in front of her.

“Can I sue, Mom?”

Emileen nearly choked on her wine. When the daughter is good Called to complain about a legendary graffiti painting on a wall. "...What evidence are you going to use to sue him?"

"You can let me draw a picture and show it to the lawyer. I'll win for sure."

"That building has already been repainted. Oh, what a shame. It's a masterpiece of evidence."

“Mom, I'm serious.”

“Yes, Mom, I'm serious. What do you plan to do? This is a special teacher.”

“I don't like old aunts. I studied too and my mind fell.”

“Look, this kid is talking.” The personal manager walked in with another phone. “...Then why don't you try being a young teacher?”

“The men are weak-minded. I just saw it floating. When I saw the jewelry on my belly I almost ran away."

“A call from Mr. Hux,” the manager whispered.

“You have some options left for you, child.” Emilie waved her hand, signaling that she was uncomfortable talking to other people right now. She didn't want to hang up on her daughter.

“I'd rather take care of this matter first. It's an intellectual asset, Mom.”

“Let's go.” A slender, well-groomed figure lay down relaxedly. Every once in a while Ray would be the one to call. Normally, only mother calls. “...then agreed to the letter that said What is it about?”

“I didn't buy it. I don't want to support imitators.”

“But I think it's interesting. The picture of your child must have something to do with the story.”

“It seems like he has written many stories already. But the latest volume is a separate story from the main story.”

“This is why I don't want to support it. Still know this deeply.”

“Know him, know us, fight a hundred times and win a hundred times.”

“By the way, what is the name of that writer?”

"Kylo, ​​Kylo Ren."

Emilie frowned as soon as she heard the name. Today the manager suddenly mentioned this name. Regarding her next movie role, she has not yet decided whether or not she will take it. The young mother's eyes lit up with interest. He turned to pick up another cell phone that was showing a missed call from Armitage Hux before pressing to call.

If I remember correctly, her next movie It should come from this writer's book.

Ben Solo sneezed for the tenth time in half an hour. His mother had been looking for medicine for him since the fourth sneeze.

“Leah, you'll be thirty. Sneeze twice You don't have to take medicine yet."

“Let's keep it aside for now.”

This couple's murmurings have been a hallmark of this house since Ben can remember. Mom still sees him as little Ben. And his father always tried to talk about what a perfect young man he had grown into. And ending with the issue of marriage every time. Because now Ben is single. I've never dated anyone seriously.

After graduating from university Ben struggled, struggled, racked his brains, writing one book after another. Dozens of stories were rejected by publishers. Until finally Ben's book was published. Even though it didn't sell very well the first time, But with the advertising planning of Armitage Hux, who has been both a close friend and roommate since school. that has excellent results This makes his past three or four years in the book industry quite successful.

Ben writes a detective book. The main character, Anakin, is a young man close to his own age, along with his wise-cracking best friend, Obi. With overwhelming influence They are a couple who get along well with each other. Readers enjoyed the pair's edgy, edgy style as volumes one, two, and three ended. Ben must find a way to break out of the usual story arc. of this pair

It's been almost a year since Ben shut down himself. He couldn't continue. Travel to find inspiration But in the end, he returned to find it waiting for him in the storage room under the stairs at his old house. Most of them are textbooks. old clothes who decided to leave it at the old house instead of taking it with him

where he found a thick literature homework book A place to record a lot of things, short stories, quotes, drawings with a pen. to writing to express his feelings to 'the one person' that Ben used to be interested in because of her outstanding differences

In the past, Han Solo was a favorite among girls in the area. Until he met Leia, he stopped everything for this woman. Create a family together without difficulty. He opened a shop doing what he was good at. That's a liquor store. Even if Leia doesn't like it. But the huge profits made it difficult for her to refuse. Han's shop is located in the center of Jakku City.

Most of the guests were heavy-packed commuters and a group of school children.

Ben is one of those kids who wants to get away from this city. So he studied hard. to enter university But in the end, this place was the starting point of new inspiration for him.

The protagonist of his new novel is an 18-year-old girl, Kira Ren, who has tattoos all over her body. Unique dress Everything is black Except for my hair, no matter how much I tried to dye it black, it didn't work. Ben took the reality of Jakku City and put it into the book. Data were collected by renting an apartment here for almost a year.

As the years passed, Ben became a young man of forty-seven. Wake up to the morning of a quiet but restless city. The cries of birds were replaced by the whistles of ambulances. The sound of people greeting each other in the morning was replaced by the quarrels of friends next door. That morning in front of the window The same corner where Ben stands and drinks coffee every morning...he sees her. The person who inspired him

Her hair was no longer black. But every piece of clothing is still black as before. It's like the tattoo on her arm will increase as well as her height. In a hand holding a bag that is not clearly visible But a few minutes later The sound of the can rattling gave him clarity.

A hand moved the cloth up to cover his nose. Pose and judge the distance like an expert painter. Ben secretly laughed at that attitude. before standing and watching until the creation was finished The owner of the work seems very satisfied. As she slid down her face covering and smiled widely. Ben suddenly felt a tug in his chest. His brain ordered him to put down his coffee cup and hurry down to find her.

Greeting as people who have seen each other before. But a few seconds later There was a whistle. Then she disappeared

After a few months, the original

The Butterfly

It happened.

“Who are you thinking about?”

“No, Mom.”

“I will tell you that I miss my girlfriend. Mother doesn't mind."

"I don't have a boyfriend yet...not anytime soon."

“Do you see the house across the street? Newly moved to…”

“Not anymore, Dad,” Ben quickly interrupted. When the old man walked over and opened the curtains "...I'm not ready yet."

"Good, son." Leia quickly walked over and put her arms around her son's shoulders. He looked over at his father, who pursed his lips in annoyance.

"Arm called. I'm going to answer the phone first." Ben bent down and kissed his mother's cheek. before getting up from the sofa in the living room and going to the private bedroom He tries to sleep over at his parents' house every weekend. After displeasing my mother, I moved out to my own apartment.

"How is it going"

“There's good news.”

"what"

“Mr. Holdo seems interested in our role.”

“Ah,” Ben muttered, before pressing the button to turn on his laptop. carelessly

“You should be more excited, Ben,” Armitage laughed. He knew that close friends were good at keeping their feelings at bay. Or maybe there are no feelings. Even though there are movie studios interested in making the book into a movie. But the doctor threw everything for him to decide.

“I'm excited.” The tall figure tilted his head and grabbed the phone. to enter the password to enter the system

“Each actor you have nominated is this one. It's all difficult.”

"Just make an offer. If you don't get it, find someone close to you."

“I know...oh, here.” An excited tone replaced the voice. “...She wants to meet you.”

"who?"

“Who are we talking about?”

“An actor?”

“To bother you?”

“Hahaha.” Ben sat and looked at the butterfly on the screen. "...Why do you want to meet?"

“I don't know, is it convenient for you? But I already accepted the appointment. Tomorrow at 7pm.”

“Then why are you asking?”

“Hahaha,” Armitage noted the item and added it to his schedule. “...She might be interested in you.”

“I'm about the same age as Mom and I.”

"insidious"

“Is that all?”

"Yes"

“Tomorrow, have someone come pick you up.”

“Yes, sir.”

“Brother Jinnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn

“What are you calling this early in the morning?!” The woman whose name was called was so startled that the tea almost scalded her mouth.

“I'm going to go to Jakku this holiday.”

“Don't let me go.”

“I will go.”

“Then go ask your aunt yourself.”

“Oh, Brother Jin needs to talk to you for a bit.”

“Don't bother Aunt Mash too often. You are already old.”

"Ray can go stay at the apartment."

"Finn isn't staying there anymore."

“Yes, now I'm paying off the new house. But this week is Rose's birthday.”

“Oh?” Jin exclaimed, recalling the face of the half-Asian girl. She had met Ray's friends before. They both looked like typical curious teenagers. Only your good little sister is more naughty than your friends.

“Yes, P'Jin,” Rei hugged him on the back appeasingly.

"Again, Ray knows that I'm not a hard-hearted person."

“Jin is such a kind person.”

“Oh, your lips are so sweet.” Jin gently caressed his sister's hand. "...I'll convince Auntie for you."

“Thank you. You are the cutest.”

“So what did you talk about last night? It's loud.”

“Oh…” Rei shifted the black leather profit absently. before telling the story from beginning to end She thought that Brother Jin would complain that it was nonsense. But it's the opposite.

“Ray, this is very interesting.”

"Really? Do you think Ray did the right thing?”

“In my bedroom. There's Kylo's first book. Rain complete set."

“Brother Jin!”

“Listen first, don't complain.” The maid brought out another set of tea and snacks. “...Well, I like this. But I haven't bought the latest book to read yet.”

Ray sat with his arms crossed in displeasure. “...It's a picture of Ray. It was Ray who imagined it.”

“But Ray sprayed it on the wall. which everyone walks by, passes by.”

“When can we block his eyes?” Jin continued. He didn't notice the astonished expression on his sister's face.

"Did you say something wrong? Haha."

Rei held Jin's hand that was waving in front of him. He turned to look at his face with a serious expression.

"You're right."

“Yes, so don't worry about it.”

“It shows that he must have been there.”

“Huh?”

“Kylo Ren, he must have been at Jakku.”

"Whoa, maybe that's right." It was Jin who grabbed Rei's hand again. When he acted like he was about to get up and storm out. “...At that time it might be Probably not now.”

“Or maybe he was there the whole time.”

“Such trouble-seeking eyes. So it's best not to go for Rose's birthday this year.”

“You can't, bro! It's not related at all.”

"I don't know. Look at my face, I'm ready for a lot of trouble."

"Okay, okay," Ray raised his hands in surrender. “...It must be true what Jin said. It must have been a long time ago.”

“Don't think about it too small.” He turned his attention to the snacks on the table again. Leaving Ray to sit with the same frown as before, "Oh, so you agreed to the special class. How do you handle it?"

"Let mom find it like usual."

“Wouldn't it be better to choose for yourself? Whatever style you want, go for it."

“Is this about choosing a teacher or choosing a lover?”

“Agreed to go to this Jakku. You didn't go see your boyfriend, right?"

"How can I go find him? I don't have one yet," Ray said, his throat clearing his throat.

“Oh?”

“Yes,” Ray stood up to cut in. “Let's go for a walk.”

“Again?”

“Let's go together, Brother Jin.”

"No, I have to work," Jin said, getting up and stretching. She works as a designer. Can work from anywhere Just having an imagination is enough. Now she's really stuck. But must try to work on time.

“Then do as you please.”

Rei didn't bother, because she actually intended to go to the bookstore again.

Okay, I can admit that I intended to buy a book. I don't want to support it. But I really want to know where it relates to the picture she sprayed on the wall.

And then Rey got Kylo's latest book. Rain comes to take over But it took about three days before she decided to open and read it because she only saw the blurb on the back of the book. I felt afraid for no reason.

The scope of the matter didn't shock Ray. But it was the description of the protagonist that gave her goosebumps. The first chapter of the location book is without a doubt Jakku. The protagonist, Kira Ren, is another version of Rei. The protagonist's style must have a problem. You have your own problems, you have friends, you have enemies.

which Ray hardly cared about the contents at all But I admit that he wrote it really well.

Ray returns to read the second chapter when he arrives at Jakku. While waiting for two friends at a newly opened restaurant in the city.

“Now carry a book in your hand.”

"Don't tease me," Finn turned around to avoid the lump of tissue Ray accidentally grabbed. When it misses the target and falls to the ground Rose was the one who picked it up and put it in the garbage can.

“Is this this book? The shop selling is good. For a small town like this.” Rose looked at the cover with interest. before raising your hand to call the staff to take your order

“Does this look familiar?” Ray lifted the cover up and showed it to the two of them in full view.

"Butterfly," Finn replied.

"Yes. Have you seen it anywhere? Think carefully."

“The tattoo on her arm.”

“No.”

"The answer is just too lazy to think about it."

"You're always lazy, Finn," Rose muttered before turning to take the book from Ray's hand. "...but I'm not familiar with it. Sorry Ray."

"It's okay. Never mind it. It wouldn't be strange if you guys don't remember."

“So what is it?” Finn leaned closer curiously.

“The first time I spray-painted your old building.”

“Huh?” Finn furrowed his brow, his eyes widening, “...oh, like a gobby.”

“Is that where Ray used to take pictures to show off?” Rose asked again, accepting food from the employee.

“Yes,” the girl in black answered loudly and clearly. “...which was painted over after a few months.”

“What's the point?” Finn stuffed the burger into his mouth after asking. He is a patient person who rarely waits for anything to happen.

“That guy copied my picture and used it. Plus the characters in this story It really relaxed me.”

“Oh, that's so scary.” The half-breed girl had a shocked expression on her face. “So what will you do? Have you filed a lawsuit or tried contacting that way yet?”

“Contact?” when receiving instructions Ray was stunned. She was too busy shouting and being dissatisfied. By forgetting to think about simple things such as contacting or looking for information.

"I don't want to interrupt," Finn interrupted. Serious expression “...Contact for what? You used my picture and I refused to do it. Besides, that picture has already been painted over."

“You speak like my sister. There is nothing wrong with that.”

Finn shrugged nonchalantly. Standing up, he picked up the french fries on Ray's plate.

“Have you tried looking up the biography or pictures of this writer?” Without saying anything, Rose immediately pulled out her phone and clicked, as if seeing the embarrassed expression on her young friend's face.

“Maybe it might be someone from this city.”

"Oh, Rose's right. He probably used to go to the same school as us."

“No way. People in our classroom Just reading the book is amazing. Don't expect anyone to be a writer.”

"Very strong," Finn gave a thumbs up.

"But...Ray, try it."

"Eat, Rose. It's all gone."

"No, no," Rose quickly moved her mouth to chew the food Finn gave her in large bites. She almost choked. Not because of the food But it was because of the picture on the phone. “...Wooeyii.”

"what?"

“Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaw

“Already sent to the group?”

Rose nodded dazedly as she picked up her glass of water and drank. But Ray didn't even pick up the phone and look at it. Because she was too busy looking at the backs of her two friends.

He...he stood at the counter ordering food.

The stall she was currently sitting in had a clear view of the shop door. Normally, she wouldn't have bothered to look. Because the person walking in must be really tall. Even though the heads could be seen sticking out of the pen where the Rays were sitting

Yes, he is really tall. It's taller than before and looks great.

Brown eyes stared intently. Until Finn had to slam the table loudly to regain consciousness and to tease his friends. Because that sound made the target turn and look.

Ray held his breath. before averting eyesight Turned around and yelled at Finn. I felt like I wanted to crawl under the table for ten minutes.

“Yes, really him?” Finn tried to slowly peek up. All three of us know him. Who wouldn't know the son of the owner of the most popular liquor store in town? Liquor stores that allow underage drinking And if you're too drunk, you won't be allowed to return. Forced to open rooms overnight

“I thought I had moved to a permanent house,” said Rose, who was barely tall. I could only tilt my body ninety degrees to peek.

“Permanent house move?” Ray whispered back. “...I thought the store was just closed.”

“Closed shop, moved house, but I saw him around the newly opened dormitory a few times. But I'm not sure it is.”

“Where are the newly opened rooms?”

"The building across from you," Finn answered quickly. Before he picked up his phone and started playing with it, "...Oh, my God!"

Rose quickly pounced on Finn's mouth. People around him began to turn and look at him with reproachful eyes. "...I already told you," Rose said.

“Look at the messages...in the group now!” The dark-skinned young man tried to control his composure. He scurried into his seat while Rei hurriedly searched for his phone in his shoulder bag. Because she lost her mind the moment she saw that man's face...

Some hands scrolled the screen, pressed into the app, and pressed into the latest notification that Rose sent a screenshot for you to see.

“....How is it?”

"Take care of yourself, Ray."

Ben just drank his third coffee of the day. Because last night I hardly slept. After coming out of the restaurant He could hardly walk straight. Even now I still can't believe the picture I saw. The three of them came back together. It made him feel like he had gone back in time again.

She looked as bright and cheerful as ever. More is a tattoo. But that makes it look charming...

Oh Ben, at this age, what are you doing sitting here shaking with an eighteen-nineteen year old?

'I'm asking you directly. What do you think about people who like children?'

'yes?'

'I see you included this point in the book.'

'Oh, of course it's not good. And I definitely don't agree. To put that point in the book...'

The conversation between him and Miss Holdo sounded again. After meeting She asked a few strange questions. Of course Ben didn't care. Because I thought it would be a collection of information about talented actors. To understand the thoughts of the characters

But that question hit him hard. Because it made him aware of what was happening to himself right now.

And it's like heaven is playing a joke. When he saw the cause of the turmoil in his heart He was carrying bags from the grocery store from across the corner of the building.

Go! Ben

She's looking at you, can't she?

Oh, shut up.

The man hurriedly put down the glass after he finished arguing with himself. A foot alley runs from the third floor down to the ground floor. before running into the coffee shop on the first floor of the apartment opposite. He walked smoothly as if he were staying in this building.

She immediately stopped. The person behind him almost crashed into him. If Ben didn't pull her out of the way first.

“Th...thank you.”

“Yes.” Ben almost raised his hand to rub the back of his neck in embarrassment. But he stopped his hand in time. “...The face is very familiar.”

“Ah, yes, you are the tavern's son.”

“And she was a kid who often drank there.”

“Yes, but do you remember me?”

“Sure,” Ben was about to say. I already remember this because there was probably only one person in Jakku. But I don't know how it sounds like it's racist.

Another thing that struck my mind. This kid calls him Mr.

“So you live in this building?”

“Ah, yes.”

Ray frowned immediately. How could he come to live in her mother's building? “Why haven't I seen you before?”

Ben chooses to tell the truth. Rather than continuing

“Oh, I mean that building.” A large hand points to the opposite side. Ray looks after him, even though he already knows. But I also want to find something to talk about.

“What a coincidence, I saw the shop closed many years ago. And Uncle Han, is he a good person?”

"I'm fine." Ben accidentally made eye contact when answering the question. And she made eye contact. At that time, a car pulled up to the side of the road where the couple was standing.

A young man with dreadlocks leaned out of the car. “Ray, why don't you stop by the store?”

“What about tomorrow?”

The girl in front of Ben immediately replied. That guy has tattoos all over his body except for his face.

“Is it your father?”

"Fuck, wherever you're going," Ray quickly said to dismiss his friend. She knew him from a (temporary) tattoo shop where she was a regular customer. The man in the car whistled teasingly when he saw his expression of embarrassment. Ray immediately raised his middle finger back.

Ben was stunned when the young woman in front of him raised her middle finger. and stunned that the man thought he was his father. But at least he knew that her name was Ray.

"Don't take offense to those who speak ill of you."

“Ah, I don't think much of it.”

Why don't you think? Think, think too much.

The young man could only stand and smile a forced smile. Before that, I planned to call Armitage Hux to discuss the outfit. In case next time I don't get greeted like this again.

If there's a next time

“This is you.”

"yes"

Ray froze slightly. When Ben responded with polite words Finn and Rose pitch the idea of ​​talking directly to Ben. Cover photo story and about characters that are similar to her That thought disappeared as soon as I saw his face.

“How long will you stay here?”

"I still don't know. Why?" Ben was hoping, but he didn't know what he was hoping for. But he didn't want this to be the last time he saw her. But I didn't dare to invite him.

“I bought this.” Ray held up a bag of fresh food to show. "...but I don't know how to do it."

"Oh, so why did you buy it?"

Well, I saw you standing at the window. So I bought food on hand to relieve my embarrassment.

“At first I had a date with a friend, but I got dumped.”

"pour?"

“It's like being screwed.”

"oh"

“But it's okay. I'm just inviting…” Ray lowered his hand in embarrassment. Suddenly he invited a man to come and cook food together.

“Actually, I was just about to go get something to eat,” Ben hurriedly smoothed it out. It feels like the hand is not placed in the right place. “...If you don't mind.”

"I'm not here because I invited you."

Ben nodded, trying not to smile. But the woman in front of him kept a very normal expression. He was still confused. Why did you invite me?

Ray leads the way. Ben held out his hand and took the bag from her hand.

“Thank you again.”

"...And you? Until when will you be here?”

“Why do you think I'm not here?”

"Well...I've never seen you before."

“You talk like you're here.”

Ben froze slightly. He has had some interactions with women. But no one has ever...argued like this. And it looks like he's completely at odds with her.

Starting with a tattoo that runs all the way up to your wrist. strange shaped ring Clothes that are all black Including makeup in the same tone as the clothes. Brown hair pulled back easily The last one was a mysterious look in his eyes. It's as if something is hidden.

“The last three months I come often.”

Young woman turns the key into the room which is on the fourth floor of the building Ben followed in quietly and politely. The door to the balcony was left open. If you open the curtains, you can clearly see the buildings that are turning. “...Are we this close to each other?”

The black eyes that turned to meet the girl's gaze. There was excitement in his eyes. Will he ever know that those honest words? How does it affect the listener?

Ray recalls a moment in the book that describes the feelings of the story's hero, Alan Cavendish, a white, blonde, aristocratic young man. noble male lineage Alan falls in love with Kira. Even though the two are opposites in almost everything.

Alan was annoyed by Kira's hair. Why try to dye it black? Even though brunette hair suits her already. Why try to cover up those tattoos when you're with him? Why do we always try to avoid each other?

It's still his fault. Born with status, an attractive figure, white skin, blond hair, blue eyes, and an arrogant demeanor. It's probably passed down through blood. Why pretend? Since he's been like this since birth

And he really likes her. Not just a joke There's no need to make anyone laugh. He wanted to lay there caressing that tattoo all day. Where does it begin and end? What do the symbols on each of her rings mean? The way he turned his ring while he was absent-minded was always in his sight. Because he could hardly take his eyes off her.

"Hey Ray"

“Ray.”

“Huh?”

“You've been washing them for a long time.” Ben reached out and took the vegetables from Ray's hand. He closed the faucet and set the vegetables aside to drain.

Ray took a step back, startled as Ben approached. Alan's narcissistic words still lingered in her head.

“Is something wrong?” Ben asked curiously. I just feel like I'm losing confidence. "...I can come back if you're not comfortable."

“It's not like that at all.”

“Well, you look distracted.”

“I keep thinking about things.”

"but…"

“I will only say this once. I want you to stay here.”

"...like helping each other cook. I'm hungry."

“My name is Ben Ben Solo.”

Ray stood and hugged, trying to hold back a smile. He suddenly introduced himself. We both act like we've known each other for a long time. Even though in fact it's not at all.

"I know," Rey smiled when he saw Ben's embarrassed expression. "...I'm Rey Erso."

Two hands reach out and touch each other. Ray intently made eye contact. But Ben felt embarrassed and was the first to look away.

Her hands are very soft. Plus, the body has a strange aroma. Makes you feel refreshed and alert.

Ben used to feel that he was obsessed and biased and named Kira his favorite character. He described her as he wanted. Because truly Had he always wanted this woman?

She's still young.

Ben, you're crazy!

The meal passed in silence. Ray invites Ben to talk about why he's here. which she has not yet revealed I have read the book. and know who he really is.

Ray always sneaks glances at Ben. When a big hand holds a book, it's like going into another world. There was no shock in his eyes. When Ray said that she also liked to read books.

"My first favorite book"

“Harry Potter”

“It's a very popular answer. Who doesn't like it?" Ray smiled with satisfaction. She was happy to tease him with words.

"What about Ray?"

“Harry too.” Someone quickly reached out and grabbed the remote. When I realized that my favorite movie was showing reruns right now, "... almost in time."

“Is this channel showing it again?”

“Yes, all seven parts.” Ray didn't invite him to stay. Because she knew he wouldn't get up and go anywhere. “...Popcorn?”

"Do you have it? I'll go bake it for you."

“Good, because I don't know how to do it.”

“How old are you?”

Ben looked away from the scene where Harry was crying after losing his headmaster. But Ray's eyes didn't even look at him, answering the question.

“Twenty-nine.”

“Ahhh.”

"Why?"

“Just curious.”

"What about Ray?"

"Can't you tell me?"

And suddenly she turned her eyes. When Ben was staring at the side of his face

"okay"

Pictures on television screens are entering their prime. When Ben felt something heavy lean on his shoulder.

"Oh, you're asleep."

The young man turned and smiled at the picture on the screen. Before gently holding the small body to lie down on the sofa. Ben didn't dare dare enter the girl's bedroom. So instead he took his long robe and covered her with cloth. Before quietly sneaking out of the room without forgetting to lock the lock from the inside.

When I walked across the street and returned to my room. Ben didn't forget to stand and look out of Ray's room window again. When you don't see any movement He was relieved that she was indeed fast asleep.

But it turned out to be him. to not sleep

Ben woke up at ten the next morning. The first thing I did was walk over and peek through the curtains to look at the building opposite. There was no sign that the room owner was awake. So he walked into the bathroom to take care of himself. before opening and reading the message he had left for Armitage last night before going to bed. For advice on dressing But of course there is the question of what happened.

To stand up and revolutionize the matter of dressing, which he read but didn't answer.

Today Ben wore only a t-shirt and a leather jacket. Jeans and sneakers Before standing at the door, he stopped when he realized that When he didn't ask for Ray's contact number at all. Dressing up fully today would be of no use. Unless he carries himself forward and knocks on her door.

“Ben, why are you so naive?”

“Hello…” Rei raised his hand and held it in the air. She was deciding whether or not to knock on the door. for fear that he would not be in the room alone

“Are you going out?” Rei's eyes searched from head to toe. Today, the way he dresses has changed from that of his father to that of his older brother.

"...I'm going out to get something to eat."

He must have made an appointment with someone. Ray could only make his face look normal. Even though I was secretly disappointed in my heart

“Would you like to go together?”

“You didn't have an appointment…”

“I didn't make an appointment with anyone. Today I have free time all day. Free for the whole week."

Ray will consider this as flirting.

“So you don't work on weekdays?”

“I'm a freelancer.” Ben turned and locked the door behind him. "...Let's go find something to eat together."

The girl only nodded.

“...Then you came to see me. Is there something wrong?”

Ray secretly closed his eyes behind Ben. You know, standing in front of the building waiting. Then it's better to pretend to walk out and meet by chance.

“I'm going to invite you to a tattoo shop. For your interest.”

“I'm interested,” especially on you. “...It's a mysterious art.”

“Then you will definitely be with me all day today.”

After finishing breakfast and lunch, We both arrived at the tattoo shop around noon. Ray opened the book and chose a pattern. While Ben was exploring the store The shop owner from yesterday walked out and greeted Ray with a warm hug on the shoulder. Which immediately made Ben feel annoyed.

“Where should I get off this time?”

“I want it in the back.”

Both hands dug into his jacket pockets in displeasure. Ben looked around at the various posters. with interest even though the eyes were not aware of the scene in front of them at all While his ears were listening intently to every word the two of them exchanged.

“Who?” the tattoo artist whispered to Rei. "...Yesterday's person? Your girlfriend?"

“No, friend.”

“Too old to be friends.”

“It's up to you to think about.”

"A charming young lady"

“The customer has arrived. Go see the customers.”

When the technician got up to leave Ben didn't hesitate to take his place.

“Why are you making that face?”

“This is nothing.”

“If the atmosphere in the store is not good You can go out and wait at the coffee shop.”

“I can wait, still confirming my previous words.” Ben looked into his eyes to confirm his answer. "...So can you choose yet?"

“Are these wings beautiful?”

“Where will you get the tattoo?”

“Back, at the nape of the neck.”

“And it…” Ben secretly imagined it. Because at that point Ray would have to take off his shirt. "...a shirt that you have to take off?"

"Yes. Take it off. I want a big one."

“Are you ready?” The shop owner rushed over.

Ray stood up before turning to look at Ben who was sitting with a pale face. “...Brother Ben, I went out to wait at the coffee shop. The bookstore outside is fine too.”

The young man was firmly confirming again that he could wait, but the change in pronouns made him stop.

“Brother Ben?”

"Yes, I'm twenty-nine years old now."

“Then why is it suddenly called like this?”

The girl didn't answer. She just shrugged. A sly smile curls up the corners of your mouth. He took off his plaid shirt. Inside was only a black tank top with a skull print on it. If you want to get a tattoo on the back of your neck, you'll have to take off your tank top.

Ben swallowed hard, upset, irritated, and now possessive of her. Just imagine Ray walking into that room. And take it off...I can't bear it just thinking about it.

A large hand reached out to pick up the shirt. Try to keep your face as normal as possible.

"You don't look okay at all?"

“It's a little not okay.”

The shirt froze in mid-air. Ray turned to face him head-on. "Then I'll go wait..."

"...It's not because of that."

“And why?”

Ben let out a big sigh. before forcing a smile “It's nothing. Go ahead, I'll...I'll wait right here."

"Brother Ben, just say it. If it's like this...I don't feel comfortable."

If we compare this to boxing Ben has already been knocked out many times since Brother, now I have come. He wants to sit down and hold his heart so that he doesn't beat too fast.

“...Ray, can you get a tattoo somewhere else?”

"mean?"

The tall man took a deep breath. Before saying what's on your mind

"...I don't want you to take it off."

Ben was starting to count numbers in his head. Waiting for the time when the girl in front of her would explode at him. Because it's none of his business. It wouldn't surprise me if she was... dissatisfied.

“If you agree to do as I ask. So what will you get?”

“How about ice cream?”

“Do I look like a three-year-old child?” A figure walked closer. He raised his eyes and looked.

"Then whatever you want, I'll accept it."

When the door closed, it clicked. It's like a signal for everything to be unlocked. The soft figure that had walked into the room before. He turned and looked at Ben with unreadable eyes. A small hand moved up to wrap around his neck. Sneaking on your tiptoes, waiting to receive his kiss.

This is something that is really hard to deny.

Ben felt Ray tremble. and was very small compared to his tall stature. But she still tries to make everything work out.

The tip of the nose is snug. With a small smile It made Ben's heart race so fast he was almost in shock.

“Brother.”

"yes"

“Do you like me?”

Big arms tightened the thin body into his arms. Then lift yourself up off the ground. "...if yes."

The face that was once silent There are red streaks on the back. You could say that she is easy-going. But where else can an opportunity like this be found?

The man I've secretly liked since childhood. He became a charming young man. and was the one who walked towards us first like this

“Alan's feelings for Kira Is it the same as what you have for me?”

Ray felt a tightness around his waist. Dark eyes stared back in shock. It's good that he didn't let her go.

"You know...you already know?"

"I've known for a long time."

The arms that were holding Ray's waist slowly loosened until she was standing on her own feet again.

“Already read it.”

This sentence Ben said to himself rather than a question.

"I'm not your fan," Ray said confidently. The two of them were still leaning on each other like that. “...but from what I read through It looks like I'm really in love with Kira."

Ben felt a dull ache in his chest, his face was numb, and he was extremely embarrassed by everything Alan felt for Kira. It all came from the bottom of his heart. Ever since he found the homework book from his school days. who writes short stories that there are many sketches Everything always has to do with this woman. He was unconscious. Until I came back to read it. and came to see her again

To know and understand that in the past he had this woman in his heart all along. and choose to display it in text form

It's not wrong that Ray said she wasn't his fan. Because he is her passionate fan.

“Where else is the picture on that cover?”

“Are you going to sue for damages?”

“I don't want the money. I want something else..."

The tip of a slender finger moved up to touch the young man's face. Caressing those cute little flecks. And with that gesture, Ben couldn't restrain himself any longer.

When their lips touch again His body felt hot, as if he had a fever. Thick lips traced the frame of his face. Before gently kissing the most recent (non-permanent) tattoo. Behind Ray's ear

“The shop owner said…” Ben paused for a moment to catch his breath. “...Tattoos are not permanent.”

“Ah, that guy can't keep secrets.”

"Because...you're not old yet?"

Black eyes stared into clear eyes, lips pursed slightly. Ray pushed the tall figure to sit down in the middle of the room. before cruising

“What if we haven't gotten there yet?”

And that's what Ray thought. Ben immediately went silent. To her, he was like an innocent man. who is even more immature than her

"...We are almost ten years apart in age, Ray."

“So what?” The younger man reached forward and bit the older man's lips deliberately. Even if you follow it with your whole body and mind But he had to stop himself just now. "...Are you going to stop here?"

"...Well, Ray is still young."

“Are you always this worried?”

“Ray doesn't have permanent tattoos. Because my mother asked me to. Plus, my age is beyond the limit for me to worry about.”

"I'm not worried at all."

“But Ray secretly got a small permanent tattoo. Don't tell anyone." The tip of his finger rested cutely on the young man's lips. "...Rei hid it."

“Wait a minute…” Ben quickly grabbed the other person's hand as he thought of something more important. “...Where?”

"Don't tell secrets"

"Ray"

“Why are you scolding me?”

“Where?”

Ray didn't answer, just looked down at his own stomach. She saw Ben's eyes closed and a bitter expression on his face.

“Even lower, right?”

The young woman nodded.

“Damn it.”

“You can wear a bikini, you can't see,” Ray replied with an extremely delighted expression. I didn't understand Ben's intentions.

“Who tattooed it for you?”

Ben closed his eyes again. Try not to imagine getting a tattoo that ever happened. Just taking off his shirt still doesn't make him accept it. And this...

“Let me have a look. that it would be that beautiful.”

“Brother Ben!”