I Quit My Job and Run a Café - Chapter 90



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Episode 90

I saw it when I came to the cafe and saw it again.

I was a little upset because I lost the game, but I came back feeling better… … Did I lose the game again?

I don’t think that’s true since you said there’s no game today… … Oh my, I know other people’s schedules and I’m making inferences based on that.

“Well, you should come and tell me.”

There was no need to keep wondering about it until I got there. There was a lot to do at the cafe.

First, I had to make plum extract.

Last time, I received some plum extract and plums from the village chief, but it seems he wasn’t satisfied with the amount…

“You gave me another box.”

He even gave me two boxes of those.

This one had to be soaked in soy sauce.

I also bought a glass jar to store it in.

There is nothing difficult in the process, but if there is one thing that requires a lot of work, it is washing.

I have to wash two boxes of plums… … In the past, this would have taken all day.

but.

“Your athletic talent is… okay?”

The athletic talent that Blue Camellia’s Sim Ye-rin gave her didn’t just apply to throwing iron, but seemed to affect her overall ability to use her body.

It seemed to help with dexterity, physical strength, muscle strength, etc.

He even served as a sort of PT trainer.

I definitely felt it when I was carrying and moving two boxes of heavy plums. I mean, the feeling that my lower body, not my upper body, was getting stronger.

It was as if he was telling me that I needed to give it this much strength.

This was a rather strange talent.

I felt like I could do really well if I kept exercising like this.

I think it would create the optimal posture. Of course, I wonder if there is a reason to exercise like that.

First of all, it helped me wash the plums.

I think it affected my dexterity, as I felt like I was able to use my hands more easily.

Although it didn’t help increase the level of Moksaeng’s talents, it seems to have a positive influence overall.

‘But with this kind of talent, shouldn’t you have been an athlete rather than an idol?’

Not everyone who has talent has to do that job, but it was just a random thought that occurred to me.

Back to work.

First, I soaked it in water for about 20 minutes. This was to remove any foreign substances on the surface and also to lightly wash it.

Then I had to rub the plum to remove the fine hairs.

It was important to remove the fine hairs on the outside of the plum.

Since it is a task that requires one hand, it is naturally difficult if there is a lot of work to be done.

Why~

“… … Yeah. It’s good to have fun even if you’re alone.”

Rangi played with a plum by kicking it with his front paw like it was a ball. Sometimes he would run as if he was going to make a sudden leap and dribble.

Watching the excitement of playing around inside the cafe made things a little easier.

Of course I didn’t look closely, but I could feel it through the sound.

Is this why you turn on the TV or radio while you work in the kitchen?

I didn’t see it with my eyes, but it was like seeing it with my ears, so I wasn’t bored.

Why~

“Throw it to me?”

Rangi came back with a bite of the plum he had been playing with.

I throw it towards the hole and it runs away again.

He’s a really funny guy.

He’s usually lazy and just rolls around, but when he’s ignited, he starts acting like that.

It was the same when Potato came before, and also when I was playing with Tori.

‘Should I play something different or have a different playmate?’

Actually, it was the same for people.

It’s like I’m looking for something new to do.

I finished washing the plums while playing with Lang-rang every now and then without getting bored.

Spread out the wet material and dry it thoroughly.

It would dry well if I dried it on the roof, but it was too heavy to carry, so I just dried it in an empty lot.

“No. Play with this.”

Of course, there was a breathtaking battle in the vacant lot with a wild beast targeting the plums.

Anyway, I made it out safely.

After staring blankly for a moment, I realized that it had dried well and decided to make some kimchi right away.

It was practically finished, as all I had to do was stack the sugar and plums in a 1:1 ratio in a sterilized glass bottle.

“This would taste good if it aged for a long time, right?”

The plum extract that the village chief gave me had been aged for a year. Of course, it’s not always good to keep it for a long time.

I sealed the glass bottle tightly and headed towards the place where the Torine oysters were.

Then, the squeaky, squeaky Rangi followed.

For some reason, you’re sticking right next to me today.

Could it be because of Bongbong?

“no way.”

Arrived at the Torrine Cave.

beep?

“Please.”

When he came back with another glass bottle, Tori stood there awkwardly, kicking his hind legs.

Of course I wouldn’t like it if someone kept bringing stuff to my house. But that doesn’t mean I can expand Tori’s hole, either.

‘Wait a minute. Is that really not possible?’

I’ve had many moments where I thought, “Is this possible?” at the tiger shelter. In that sense, it may not be completely impossible to expand Tori’s den…

Of course, there is no immediate solution, but I thought it was something I should think about.

“I’ll make you better oysters later.”

beep?

“Really. Or I could remodel this house for you. That’s what I majored in.”

He even acted with the talent he learned from Han So-jeong.

I needed this because I wasn’t sure yet. A shameless mask.

And did this work… … .

beep!

“Okay. So we have an agreement?”

Tori’s posture changed back to a cute rabbit.

A simple guy.

After letting the plum extract mature in Tori’s oyster, I returned to the cafe.

And just then, Baek Su-ho appears coming up the path.

‘Huh? The condition… why is it like that?’

Even from a distance, Suho’s condition didn’t look good.

The aura was gloomy and dull.

The steps and shoulders as you walk are also heavy.

Anyway, I felt like I needed to change my light-hearted attitude a little.

Ding, ding, ding

Suho, who was seen for the first time, opened the door and came in.

[Baek Soo-ho]

*situation

─Lips

─Anxiety, nervousness, pressure

I immediately looked at the text window with my eyes wide open.

Oh… … It seems like the condition is worse than expected?

It seems like it’s not a simple problem, but rather a bit more complex.

“Welcome. You’re here earlier than I thought.”

“Ah. Yes. The director said I could go early.”

Suho said he would come around dinner time, but it was already the beginning of the afternoon.

Well, looking at the condition, it may not have been a problem that could be solved even if I continued practicing.

It seemed like he was aware of his condition. Of course, the people around him knew about it too.

So I guess they just sent him away early. He probably wouldn’t be able to practice properly in that condition.

‘Ipsura… … .’

I’ve only heard of it.

I’ve heard that it’s similar to a slump, but different.

I’m not sure what the exact difference is, but I have a text window.

Anxiety, nervousness, pressure… I think I know what it is, but I’m not sure yet.

Well then, first of all… … .

“Sit comfortably. Is this your first time here on a weekday at this time? And without any trouble.”

“That’s right. It’s better during the day.”

Suho smiled faintly, as if he felt awkward.

Usually, Suho comes late because of practice or a match. Even if he does come, he only takes Suah with him on weekdays.

Because of that, it felt a little unfamiliar.

But more than anything, I feel like I’m the most unfamiliar person.

“Have you ever had this much personal time during the day?”

“Well, I don’t think there have been any since I entered high school.”

“You’ve worked hard.”

“What? The other kids who don’t play baseball are always late because they go to school.”

“That’s true.”

It was a world where everyone was busy. Children and adults alike.

That’s why this place was even more precious. It was a place where I could take a break from such a world.

“Would you like something to drink? If there’s anything you’d like to drink, just tell me.”

“Can I see you for a moment and talk to you?”

“Of course.”

If Suho, who usually visits the tiger shelter, is just a neighborhood friend coming to visit, today he is a guest.

Of course, you can also order easily.

I also sat comfortably so as not to rush him, even unconsciously.

And I used the tuning. First of all, my mind was at ease.

Not my lips, but I saw someone here once who was in a slump.

This is writer Han Song-i.

Now that he’s fully recovered, he’s not only working but has even moved here.

It’s a slightly different problem, but I decided to approach it slowly. I have more talent than I did then.

Hmm… … Now that I think about it, maybe I should call writer Han Song-i instead?

It’s a different field, but it might be more helpful to you than me…

Of course, I don’t know if writer Hansong will be able to come since she is working right now.

Maybe you won’t even see the text?

Still, just in case, I left a message.

Okay then.

Tiring!

‘huh?’

Surprisingly, I got a call right away.

He said he was craving coffee so he’ll come over.

* * *

Suho, sitting at the counter, was silent for a while.

That’s understandable, because at that moment, the person who immediately came to mind was the owner of the tiger shelter, Cheon Yu-jin, so I contacted her…

When I actually got here, I had nothing to say.

The frustration of the economy not being able to work out these days.

That’s why I contacted you.

But would telling the cafe owner that be a solution? It would be better to find a coach, director, or seniors.

Of course, this was after I had already consulted with you first.

That’s because there is no answer.

What he was experiencing now was nothing but yips. It was a kind of decision-making disorder that occurs in baseball players.

And no one knew the answer to that yet.

It could be psychological or physical, but in the end, there is no exact cause for either.

So, could the answer be Cheon Yu-jin?

but…….

‘It’s funny that I thought there would be an answer.’

Actually, I still have that kind of feeling.

Even though she had come to see him and not said anything, Cheon Yu-jin just had a calm expression on her face.

It’s different from when I first saw him, he’s strangely difficult to approach, but once you do, he seems like he’ll accept you.

Is that why?

When we made eye contact, it seemed like he was already seeing through my condition even though I didn’t say anything.

‘Do you really know?’

He doesn’t even know his own condition exactly, so there’s no way that’s possible.

But… … somehow I feel hopeful. No, I want to be hopeful.

Please tell me about your condition that you don’t even know about.

That may be why I contacted Cheon Yu-jin right away.

‘Let’s order first.’

Since I didn’t know how to ask and couldn’t say anything right away, I decided to just choose a menu first.

But then!

Ding, ding, ding

I turned my head at the sound of the door opening and saw a new guest.

It was Han Song, the webtoon writer who moved into town.

Today, she looked simple again, with her blonde hair roughly tied up. But her face was so pretty that it suited her well.

“Welcome.”

“Yes~ Huh? Suah oppa was here too? Isn’t he usually not around at this hour?”

“That’s right. Sometimes things like this happen.”

“Yeah. Hello? We talked last time, is that okay?”

Han Song-i, who came in while having a natural conversation with Cheon Yu-jin, also greeted Baek Su-ho.

When Baek Su-ho nodded and greeted me, leaving the seat next to him empty, I sat down next to him.

“Have you ordered yet?”

“Oh, yes. I’m still choosing… … .”

“Aha~ Then can I order first?”

It didn’t matter.

Rather, Baek Soo-ho was comfortable. Because he hadn’t chosen yet.

Thinking about it makes me sigh.

I can’t even choose this… … I’m feeling frustrated again because this is the situation I’m in while playing baseball.

“Sir, I haven’t tried that.”

“What is it?”

“When the idols came before, I was the only one who couldn’t drink.”

“Oh, plum ade? Would you like that instead of coffee?”

“yes!”

Hansong ordered without hesitation.

I feel a bit jealous. I never thought I would be jealous of something like this.

Whoosh!

After finishing her order, Han Song-i suddenly turned her head after seeing Cheon Yu-jin heading to the kitchen.

“Did you say Suho? Didn’t you say you play baseball?”

“Oh, yes.”

“By any chance then… … .”

Hansong came closer and whispered.

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