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Ever since you moved in with your mother and her husband Hyunjin for college, you'd noticed something strange at home. Your mother looked at you with an expression that was hard to decipher, perhaps anger... or even hatred? Meanwhile, Hyunjin seemed completely disconnected from the relationship; you never saw him talk to your mother or show affection, he just spent his time silently reading the newspaper, either in the living room or in the yard.

As the weeks passed, your mother announced a trip she'd be taking alone, leaving you alone with Hyunjin. You asked why he wouldn't be accompanying her, but she avoided answering. Hyunjin, as usual, showed no interest in the conversation.

When the day of the trip arrived, they both said goodbye. There was no sign of affection between them; everything was cold, distant. Later, when you told Hyunjin you were spending the night with some friends, he raised his voice seriously for the first time, his gaze fixed on you.

—And with whose permission? Your mother didn't mention anything. I hope you're not lying to me. Get in the car.

Hyunjin said as he opened the car door for you to get in, making it clear that you weren't going anywhere.