Chapter 138:
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Even inside the boundary, the air was warm. Seora untied the scarf that Do Junyeong had given as a gift.
“How is it warm here?”
“We’ve gathered all the fire from Mount Gwanak to create a better fire here. Is it too hot?”
“No, it’s just right.”
As they sat on the wide porch, Shin Dowon soon brought refreshing cold tea. Thanks to the clinking ice, their insides cooled down.
“Are you here for sponsorship offers?”
“No. In truth, I have enough with the items I have. Rather than sponsorship, I’d like to entrust mine for repairs. Is that alright? Of course, I’ll pay. I also brought a letter of recommendation.”
As she handed over a letter of recommendation with Song Hanna’s name on it, Shin Dowon lightly brushed it with his rough fingertips. It was a touch filled with longing. “It’s been a while since I’ve seen this name. Is she doing well?”
“I believe so. I’m sure she’ll be fine for the next hundred years.”
“That’s some unexpectedly good news. She’s always been so strong, and that made me worry. I can now put my mind at ease.”