“Miss Autumn, over here!”
As soon as Autumn entered the café, she immediately spotted Shin Yeon-woo.
He had taken the best seat and was vigorously waving his hand with a beaming smile as Autumn walked in. His style was quite noticeable, and his actions were so conspicuous that she couldn’t help but spot him easily.
Feeling a bit pressured by the women around who were stealing glances at him, Autumn approached his table without hesitation and took a seat opposite him. She had left her studio where she was usually painting, as he had contacted her urgently to discuss something about the “Rose Garden.”
Since it was about getting back her father’s painting, she didn’t think twice and left the studio immediately.
“Sorry for calling you out so suddenly. My schedule is unpredictable, so I couldn’t make an appointment earlier…”
Autumn quickly waved her hands in response to Yeon-woo’s apology.
“No, it’s okay. You must be busy. I understand.”
Autumn, who seemed to have been on guard against him last time, was now conversing more comfortably, though she initially tried to pretend otherwise. Shin Yeon-woo just kept smiling with his eyes.
‘Well, it’s natural to be guarded when someone you hardly know suddenly gets that close…’
Fortunately, it seemed he wasn’t offended as he lightly joked about it. Autumn, feeling a bit sorry for her previous behavior, responded with a brighter smile.
Then, Shin Yeon-woo, after looking at her for a moment, smiled even wider, apparently happy that she was no longer on guard.
“I’m glad you’re not being cautious anymore.”
“Sorry about last time. I was just surprised…”
“It’s okay. I guess I did surprise you, coming out of the blue like that.”
Autumn laughed awkwardly at his words and then cautiously broached the subject she wanted to discuss.
“Shin Yeon-woo, you mentioned you had something to tell me about the painting…”
“Yes, but how about we eat first?”
“Excuse me?”
Caught off guard by the sudden change in topic, Autumn just looked at him wide-eyed. Then, seeing his pitiful expression, she understood.
“I didn’t have time to eat because I was busy, so I’m a bit hungry.”
Shin Yeon-woo led Autumn to a Japanese restaurant with impressive black tiles. She was only planning to hear about the painting, but somehow they ended up having a meal together. Unable to see the prices on the menu, Autumn glanced at him, and when their eyes met, he asked with a smile.
“Do you like the food?”
“Yes, it’s delicious.”
“That’s good. Eat a lot.”
“Thank you…”
“Sorry if I’m taking up your time.”
“No, it’s fine! Please enjoy your meal, Shin Yeon-woo.”
It was an opportunity to hear something important, so a little delay was okay. Autumn absentmindedly poked at a tomato in front of her, then brought it to her mouth.
The food was indeed delicious. The tomato marinade served as an appetizer was tangy and whetted the appetite.
The meal, initially thought to be simple, turned out to be quite elaborate, with more courses being added. Autumn looked at the freshly served grilled butterfish, continuing her quiet meal.
Finally, Shin Yeon-woo brought up the topic of painting.
“Miss Autumn, I heard you paint well?”
But it wasn’t about her father’s paintings.
Autumn responded to his question with an awkward smile.
Throughout the conversation, Shin Yeon-woo, who had skipped his meal, continued to eat while talking with Autumn.
During the meal, his posture remained impeccably straight, his use of chopsticks precise and neat. Every movement was tidy, suggesting that manners had become a second nature to him. Remembering how he had approached her so comfortably upon their first meeting, Autumn concluded that he was just that kind of person – sociable, and naturally courteous and kind to everyone.
While watching his consecutive movements during the meal, Autumn turned her gaze back to his face, and Shin Yeon-woo met her eyes and spoke again.
“I heard from my grandfather. They say you paint well, like your father.”
“Yes…”
“Honestly, I don’t know much about art. I don’t particularly like it either. I only see it occasionally because my grandfather collects it.”
Autumn nodded. She loved painting, but she understood that not everyone shared that interest. It was a common enough sentiment to simply listen and let pass.
As she nodded, Yeon-woo, who had just put down his chopsticks, looked directly at Autumn and started speaking again.
“But I’m curious about your paintings, Autumn. What they’re like.”
Autumn looked at him, her eyes wide with surprise. Shin Yeon-woo, his dimples showing as he smiled, spoke softly.
“If you exhibit your paintings, I’ll come to see them.”
Afterward, he suddenly handed her a drink, asking if she wasn’t hot in the increasingly warm weather. So there she was, aimlessly chewing on her straw, rolling her eyes.
They were walking side by side, with no particular destination in mind.
Male lead is a clingy little husband
One-line summary: The male lead is initially an arrogant, noble, love-deprived brat, later a cute, clingy, scheming little jealous one.
Introduction:
One day, Lu Yuner’s soul transmigrates into a female-dominant world. She enters the Imperial Academy and takes up the position of a doctoral instructor, teaching classes and grading schoolwork.
One day, she encounters the young prince Su Qingwan secretly skipping class from the male academy.
As a result, Su Qingwan is punished.
From then on, Su Qingwan sees Lu Yuner as a “thorn in his side”.
But before long, this “thorn” becomes the person he cherishes most, and he goes to great lengths to win Lu Yuner’s affection.
Mini scene 1:
One day, the sun is high in the sky but Su Qingwan still hasn’t gotten up for class.
Servant Xiaoyuan: “Young prince, it’s time for class. You’ll be late otherwise.”
Su Qingwan says arrogantly: “I’m not going. I am the esteemed prince, my status is so noble, why should I suffer this hardship? Besides, isn’t learning all this just to please women? Hmph, they’re not worthy!”
Mini scene 2:
After Su Qingwan falls for someone, he completely changes. He no longer skips class and diligently learns how to be a good husband and father. But he discovers that Sister Yuner is always surrounded by admirers.
Drunk and overcome with jealousy one day, he clings to Lu Yuner, crying beautifully like a pear blossom in the rain.
Su Qingwan: “Qingwan likes Sister Yuner.”
Lu Yuner: “Young prince, you’re drunk.”
Su Qingwan: “Qingwan isn’t drunk. Qingwan likes Sister Yuner, likes you so much, likes you to bits…” Before he can finish, Lu Yuner’s eyes flash with emotion and she leans in closer.
[Reading Guide]
1. The female lead is gentle, gracious, humble and polite but not weak. The male lead is initially an arrogant, noble, love-deprived brat, later a cute, clingy, scheming little jealous one.
2. 1v1, a bit torturous in the beginning but definitely sweet later on.
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