Quantum Entanglement Love (Series 1)

The following day, tension filled the school. In the teachers' lounge, Choi Eun-hwa's and Kim Aecha's mothers confronted their homeroom teacher, their voices growing louder with frustration. Each mother was resolute in defending her daughter, passionately presenting her perspective. The intensity of their emotions conveyed that this was beyond a mere disagreement—it was profoundly personal.The homeroom teacher, positioned between conflicting parties, sought to mediate the situation peacefully. He spoke calmly, easing the rising tensions and restoring some order to the chaotic environment. However, despite his efforts, the loud voices and intense exchanges echoed down the hallway, capturing the attention of onlooking students.A group of students, including Minjin, paused as they noticed the commotion. They exchanged nervous glances, their hushed voices blending with the rising argument within the teacher's room.

As Minjin walked through the corridors, she caught sight of Mun Sara's sorrowful demeanor. She called out, "Sara!" and quickly approached her.

Mun Sara looked up, attempting to offer a faint smile. "Minjin-ah," she said.

"What's the matter? You seem a bit off," Minjin observed."

N-nothing," Mun Sara replied, tilting her head slightly to dismiss the concern.

"You can share with me," Minjin encouraged.

"Maybe I can help."Mun Sara sighed heavily and said, "I took the Mensa test a few weeks ago."

"Mensa? What were the results?"Minjin asked.

"I scored 101," Mun Sara said, her voice laced with sadness.

"That's amazing!" Minjin replied, attempting to lift her spirits. "You're even smarter than dolphins!"

Mun Sara shook her head, her look becoming increasingly distressed. "No, that's not enough. I want an IQ higher than Einstein's."

"W-what? Why would you want that?" Minjin asked, confused.

Mun Sara grasped Minjin's hand and urged her forward. They dashed down the corridor, with Mun Sara guiding her to the rooftop, where they could escape the inquisitive ears of their fellow students.

"What's the matter?" Minjin inquired once they were by themselves.

Mun Sara inhaled deeply."The guy I like is looking for a girl with an IQ higher than Einstein's."

Minjin fought to suppress laughter but managed to maintain a serious face. "W-what? Who is this guy, and why does he think that?"

Mun Sara gazed at her, torn between apprehension and hope. "I'll share, but you must promise to keep it a secret."

"I promise," Minjin replied sincerely.

Mun Sara leaned in and whispered, "It's Kang Minjun."Minjin's eyes went wide with shock, and her jaw dropped.

"W-what?"Mun Sara nodded gravely.

Minjin felt a flutter in her chest as she recalled Minjun confessing his feelings for her. Yet she found his approach absurd. How could he say that?

"B-but," Minjin hesitated. "I find that absurd."

"I guess so," Mun Sara said, her voice tinged with sadness.

"Sara-ah, can I share a secret with you?" Minjin asked, leaning in closer.

"What is it?" Mun Sara replied, attempting to whisper.

"I used to be in the same class as Kang Minjun in grade school," Minjin grinned.

Mun Sara's eyes widened in surprise, and she straightened her back. "Really?"

"Yeah! I had no idea he was here too until you mentioned it,"

Minjin smiled."Were you close?" Mun Sara inquired.

Minjin smiled awkwardly. "A little. But I know him well. So, would you like me to help you win his heart?"

Mun Sara looked at Minjin, astonished. "You'd help me?"

"Of course," Minjin assured her with a warm smile."How?" Mun Sara asked sincerely.

Minjin gently took Mun Sara's hands. "Just trust me."

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Kim Aecha felt drained and stressed all day. As she was leaving the classroom, her phone vibrated in her pocket. Curious about the message, she checked her phone and recognized the name of the senior boy she had a crush on. A smile spread across her face as she read his text, prompting her to hurry into the corridor. She navigated through the crowd, politely excusing herself as she went to the school grounds.

Upon reaching the gate, she scanned the sea of students until her eyes landed on him, standing with his friends on the right side of the gate.

Sunbae!" She called out to him, prompting him to turn around.

His friends exchanged knowing glances until one, grinning, said, "We'll go ahead," while patting his shoulder.

"Aecha-ah. How have you been? Are you okay?" the senior inquired.

Kim Aecha attempted a smile and nodded. "I'm fine, Sunbae."

"So, what's the verdict?" the senior asked.

"It was a lengthy agreement, but both parties decided to forgive each other," Kim Aecha replied, her smile forced.

The sunbae returned her smile and nodded. "Would you like me to comfort you?"

Kim Aecha smiled and nodded in agreement. "Yes."

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When her phone rang, Minjin was engrossed in her game at the PC center. Initially tempted to ignore it, she sighed and answered, "Wae?"

Kim Aecha's voice came through, shaky and tearful.

"Aecha-ah? What's wrong?"

"Help me," she managed to cry.

Minjin's heart raced. "Wae? What happened?"

"Sunbae tried, but I escaped," Kim Aecha's voice wavered, her crying growing louder.

Minjin's worry turned to immediate action. "Bo? Where are you? I'm coming!" She quickly got up, leaving her game incomplete, and rushed out of the PC center.

Minjin reached the street, her breathing rapid as she looked around. She traced the sound of crying to an alley, where she found Kim Aecha sitting, shaking severely.

"Aecha-ah!" Minjin exclaimed, hurrying to her friend. She placed a reassuring hand on Kim Aecha's shoulders, noticing her shivering, and hugged her. "It's okay; I'm here. Let's leave this place."

With Minjin's help, Kim Aecha was able to stand. They started to walk away from the alley together. Just as they were about to exit the residential area, they noticed their sunbae nearby. Kim Aecha remained frozen in fear.

Minjin felt a surge of frustration building inside her. Her expression became determined as she locked her eyes on the sunbae. With a strong sense of purpose, Minjin stepped closer; her hands tightened into fists as she landed a surprising punch on his cheek. The sudden impact caused him to reel back.

Before he could regain his footing, she followed up with a decisive kick to his chest, sending him tumbling to the ground. Kim Aecha stood nearby, overwhelmed by fear and shock, making it difficult for her to move. The onlookers quickly jumped in to help Minjin, reaching out to gently separate her from the sunbae. It took some time, but the crowd finally held her back.