Do-Jun checked the calendar and saw that it was December 24th. Since winter had arrived, time seemed to flow even faster. It felt like only yesterday that Do-Jun had returned to Earth, yet the year was already coming to an end. As he wore a coat over his suit to go to work, Byeol, lying in the living room, wriggled slightly.2

Though not necessarily susceptible to the cold, she would stay under the electric blanket whenever she was in the living room. It looked like she was still fast asleep.2

Realizing it was Christmas Eve, Do-Jun got lost in thought for a moment before stepping out for his commute.0

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In the break room of Seoul City Hall’s Fissure Management Division, the TV was tuned to a new channel.0

⌜Next, the weather. This week, we’re expecting record-breaking cold waves with temperatures dropping to minus 19°C, along with strong winds. Additionally, heavy rain is forecasted ahead of the temperature drop, so don’t forget your umbrellas. And…⌟ [2]6

Hot steam rose into the air as the lid of the cup noodles was peeled back. Cheol-Soo, watching the evening news weather forecast, clicked his tongue in dismay. Beside him, Hyuk-Soo seemed equally disappointed....0