On their way to Gil Da-hyun’s house, Seoyeon noticed that Da-hyun was observing her closely. Her expression seemed to ask, Why do you want to study with me?

Seoyeon didn’t really have a good answer for that.

I just don’t have anyone else to study with.

How pathetic. Jiyeon was busy preparing for auditions, and studying with Jo Seohui felt like a loss, given their rivalry. Seohui’s competitive spirit had rubbed off on Seoyeon, making her hyper-aware of their dynamic.

And as for Park Jungwoo?

“If a female actress invites a male actor to study, it’ll cause a scandal.”

That …