Seong headed to the supermarket, located just outside the skyscraper. While not as massive as a skyscraper, the building was still substantial for a supermarket. Its exterior was a white building adorned with a large red sign that read, 'West Field Academy Supermarket.' Seong entered the store and made his way to the grocery section. After purchasing a few ingredients, he headed back to his dorm and began cooking with the items he had bought.

At that moment, Eun-Jeoung entered the dorm and jokingly asked, "What are you cooking, Master Chef?"

"It's a surprise," Seong answered.

Eun-Jeoung replied, "Can't wait to eat," and then proceeded to freshen up in the bathroom while Seong continued cooking. After she emerged, the delightful aroma filled the room, making Eun-Jeoung hungrier. She couldn't resist and asked, "How much longer are you going to make me starve?"

"Five more minutes, and it will be done," Seong said.

Eun-Jeoung patiently waited for the next five minutes as the tempting aroma continued to fill the air. Seong skillfully plated the food and brought it to Eun-Jeoung. Upon seeing it, she exclaimed, "Bibimbap! Out of all the things I thought would come out of that kitchen, Bibimbap was not even on the list."

"Just tell me how it tastes," Seong asked, eager for her feedback.

Eun-Jeoung took a bite, savoring the harmonious blend of flavors. It felt as if the entire universe had come together to create this dish. The balance was impeccable, the meat cooked to perfection, and there was a mysterious ingredient that enhanced the overall experience. Eun-Jeoung couldn't quite pinpoint what it was.

"This is the best Bibimbap I have ever tasted in my entire life. Dare I say, it might be the best dish I have ever had," Eun-Jeoung exclaimed, thoroughly impressed.

Seong questioned, "Is it really that good?" and started eating.

As he savored each bite, Seong realized why he couldn't resist this dish when he was a kid. It was perfect—boasting an impeccable balance of flavors. His mind wandered, contemplating how much better his mother's version must have been with her years of experience.

"Where did you get the recipe?" Eun-Jeoung asked.

Seong replied, "My mother used to make it when I was a kid, so I tried to recreate it today based on what I remember."

"You made this from a memory, and that is incredible. But not only that, the memory is from when you were a kid. You're a cooking genius," said Eun-Jeoung.

Seong modestly responded, "I wouldn't call myself a cooking genius; there are probably many better ones than me."

"Stop being so humble," Eun-Jeoung said and added, "Why did you make it today? Is there anything special?"

Seong answered, "Not really. I just remembered it, so I decided to cook it today."

"Ok, is there any more?" Eun-Jeoung asked.

Seong replied, "Nope, it's finished," while walking toward the sink.

"You better make more sometime later," Eun-Jeoung said.

Seong answered, "Sure."

Both of them headed to bed after the splendid dinner.

The next day, Eun-Jeoung woke up earlier than usual and said, "I am using the bathroom; don't accidentally enter it."

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"Yeah," Seong answered in a sleepy tone.

After Eun-Jeoung came out, Seong got ready and asked, "Why did you wake up early?"

"Because I am going to the assignment early," Eun-Jeoung said.

Seong questioned, "Why?"

"After section 1 was won by Mr. Williams' group, all the students in my section decided to come early to discuss information before the assignment, so we would have more time to spend in the section," Eun-Jeoung answered.

Seong replied, "Smart."

"I've got to go now, so make sure to lock the door when you leave, okay? Bye," Eun-Jeoung said, sounding like a housewife.

Soon after, Seong also left with nothing to do. When he saw Yun-Hee getting on the bus, he headed towards her and said, "Morning, Yun-Hee."

"Good morning, Seong," said Yun-Hee.

Seong said, "You're quite early."

"So are you," said Yun-Hee.

By that, Seong understood Yun-Hee was tensed about the assignment. "You know you don't have to worry about the assignment, right? We are going to win our section."

"You may say that, but we can't all just rely on you. That would have just made it Seong vs Mr. Williams' group," Yun-Hee said.

Seong countered, "It's not as simple as it seems. Without the support of the rest of the group, acquiring the plants would be considerably more challenging. Besides, if I hadn't joined your group, chances are I wouldn't have stumbled upon the hut first."

"Still," Yun-Hee responded, her tone revealing lingering skepticism.

Observing Yun-Hee's face light up, Seong inquired, "So, what's your plan?"

"To get as much information about Section 1," Yun-Hee said.

Seong said, "I would ask you if you want help, but I think I know what the response is, so good luck."

"Thank you, Seong," Yun-Hee said, then added, "What about you?"

Seong answered, "I will probably wait till the assignment starts."

"I actually do have an idea where you can help me, but it is risky," Yun-Hee said.

Seong replied, "No risk, no reward."

Then Yun-Hee explained the plan to Seong. After her explanation was over, Seong said, "You said risky, but this could go a whole lot worse for me."

"So, you don't want to do it?" Yun-Hee asked.

Seong said, "Why not."

Seong and Yun-Hee exited the bus and went into the botanical garden, the plan was initiated. Yun-Hee made a bit of distance from Seong but made sure to also be surrounded by students of Mr. Williams' group and then yelled out, "Stop following, you stalker!" This grabbed the attention of everyone in the surrounding area.

"Listen to me, Yun-Hee, all I would like is to talk to you," said Seong

Yun-Hee, in a scared tone, said, "Could you just leave me alone? I don't want to talk to you."

Seong started walking closer to her when a buff man, who looked twice the size of Seong, came in between Seong and Yun-Hee and said, "Leave her alone or you're going to be beaten up."

"I am just going to talk to her, that's it," Seong said.

The buff man replied, "She said she doesn't want to, so go away." Just to convince him a bit more, Seong decided to take another step forward when the buff man raised his hand to hit him. Seong perfectly dodged it and ran away.

'how did he dodge that, it doesn't matter he ran away' the buff man thought.

***

"Thank you for saving me from that stalker," Yun-Hee said with a smile on her face.

The buff man blushed and said, "It was nothing, just what men should do when a woman is getting stalked."

"Could I stick around with you until the assignment starts? So that guy doesn't follow me," Yun-Hee asked, her voice tinged with unease. It was a request that any guy would find hard to turn down.

The buff man said, "Sure, but what group are you from."

"I am from Mr. Williams's group," answered Yun-Hee.

The buff man said, "That's perfect. I am also in Mr. Williams's group." He guided her toward a group of people and said, "I forgot to introduce myself in all that rush. I am Beom Seok, and here are my friends." All of them introduced themselves.

Then they started gossiping without a care in the world. "Jin Ae thinks she's all that just because she solved the assignment first," one of the girls said.

"Yeah, I know, right? Just because she got it once doesn't make her better than everyone else," the girl beside her added.

Then Beom Seok chimed in, "She won't even help us solve our assignment. It's the least she could do being in Mr. Williams's group instead of that trash Hwa Young Group."

This angered Yun-Hee. Not only did he refer to Miss Hwa-Young as trash and didn't use her courtesy title, but he also provided some very useful information: Jin Ae hasn't given them any information to help them.

When the assignment sections opened, Yun-Hee maintained her nice girl act and said, "Thank you again for saving me from that stalker."

"No problem. If he ever bothers you again, just come to me. I'll usually be around here." Beom Seok said.

Yun-Hee said, "Thank you" and left.