Minji noticed the way Na-ri had gone quiet again. She nudged her playfully.
"Hey. Cheer up," she said. "Whatever Ji-a's planning… you'll figure your way around it. You always do."
Na-ri didn't say anything.
Minji went on, "You're a strong person, Na-ri. You've been through worse. And most importantly, you're a good person. Don't let her mess that up."
Na-ri gave a small nod, appreciating her words, even if she didn't show it much.
Minji sighed. "Okay, enough of her. It's been weird ever since we saw her this morning. Let's stop thinking about her."
Na-ri blinked. "How?"
"There's a new pizza place downtown," Minji said, her tone changing to something brighter. "I heard they make the best pepperoni and cheese crust. Let's go there for lunch. It's not far."
Na-ri hesitated.
"It'll keep our minds off all this nonsense," Minji added. "Come on, please?"
"…Fine."
