“Did I surprise you by coming suddenly?”

“A bit.”

“Here, for you.”

Taejun handed Soeun the glasses. They were the glasses that had come from the department store.

“Did you come alone, Director?”

“I had a meeting nearby, so I combined it with this.”

“I was going to go… Thank you.”

Soeun bowed and accepted the glasses.

Thinking about going to pick them up today but not receiving a call from the store, Taejun must have picked them up first without contacting Soeun separately.

“Is there anything else to say besides that?”

At Taejun’s urging, Soeun rolled her eyes. While Soeun was lost in thought, Taejun took a step closer and gently brushed her hair.

“Thank you for buying the glasses.”

“Hmm. Our Han Soeun is so distant.”

With a sigh, Taejun, who had approached a little more, hugged Soeun’s shoulders. The small body, which had a slight warmth, gradually moved closer to him.
“Are you ready to go out?”

“…Where are we going?”

“My place.”

Soeun broke away from the hug and stared at Taejun.

I told you we would hang out tomorrow. We agreed on it a few days ago.

“…What are we going to do at your place?”

“Maybe Han Soeun will put me to bed?”

“…”

“I’ll either put Han Soeun to bed.”

Taejun, approaching again, gently swept Soeun’s hair behind her ear and slowly traced her ear. His actions and voice were so passionate that they couldn’t be interpreted in any other way. It wasn’t a subtle excuse like watching a movie or doing something delicious; it was a straightforward answer.

“You have to go to work tomorrow.”

“Just commute with me.”

Although he had said to work hard during the weekdays not too long ago, he now charmingly tempted her as if he had forgotten that conversation.

A man who comes unannounced on a weekday night. A man who tempts her to go to his house. It was a new world she had never experienced.

In her mind, she thought it might be too much, but on the other hand, she didn’t want to miss this feeling and the current moment.

“If Han Soeun invites me, I don’t mind sleeping here.”

“No, no. I’ll go.”

It was a small voice but a big courage. Stepping into an uncharted world for the first time, Soeun cautiously took a step forward.

Soeun, who entered the house straight away, picked up her bag and got into Taejun’s car.

“Did you get everything? Did you forget anything?”

“No.”

Soeun nodded, and Taejun immediately started the engine.

The car started quietly. The stability of the car resembled Taejun’s calmness. The only thing noisy was Soeun’s heart. He seemed as calm as usual, making Soeun feel uneasy. She hadn’t thought about anything else before getting in the car, and she was overwhelmed with practical concerns now that the car was moving.

Moreover, how fast was the car going? Why did the usually congested roads in Seoul open up so easily today? The car, moving smoothly without any traffic, quickly reached Taejun’s apartment.

As they got out of the car, Soeun’s head felt dizzy. Since Soeun was standing still, Taejun automatically picked up her bag and took Soeun’s hand. Sweat formed on their palms, and their lips became parched.

Although she feared the impending task, she didn’t want to miss this moment and her feelings.

“By the way, Director. I have a favor to ask.”

“…”

“I’d appreciate it if you turned off the lights.”

She didn’t want her first experience’s excitement to be ruined by being caught in the surgery scars. She wanted to spend a beautiful time unblemished by the surgery experience.

Taejun’s eyes widened at Soeun’s request. He didn’t show a big surprise, but his expression was full of confusion.

Without saying anything for a moment and looking at Soeun expressionlessly, Taejun answered.
Taejun’s eyes widened at Soeun’s request. He didn’t show a big surprise, but his expression was filled with curiosity.

For a moment, Taejun stared at Soeun without saying anything and with an expressionless face.

“Okay, I got it. I’ll just turn on one bedside lamp.”

“No, no! I don’t want that either!”

Soeun, in a hurry, raised her voice.

Seeing Soeun’s strong reaction, Taejun now found it amusing.

“Do you prefer doing it in the dark? Should I cover your eyes?”

“No! It’s not that.”

“…”

“Just, just. I just don’t like it.”

“Then how should I watch? Han Soeun won’t be visible to me either.”

As he pushed forward blatantly, Soeun’s face turned red. Her face, which seemed like it would burst if touched, further tempted Taejun. It felt like a punishment not to be able to see this adorable face.

“What if someone kidnapped Han Soeun, and I brought someone else? I wouldn’t be able to confirm.”

“That won’t happen. Director, you’ve watched too many movies.”

“It’s hard for me to yield too.”

Taejun replied playfully.

In reality, he had no intention of insisting on it even if he died. He just wanted to bring Soeun to his home.

He planned to feed her delicious food, show her movies, and even hold hands for a walk if she wished. He wanted to hint at his desires but was ready to retreat if she vehemently refused. If she resisted intensely, he was also ready to hug her and go to sleep.

However, he didn’t expect her to come forward so actively. Although her request seemed somewhat absurd and awkward, her sincerity was too cute, and Taejun felt like he might burst into laughter.

All he wanted was to fulfill whatever she desired.

“Okay, got it. Apart from that, is there anything else you wish for?”

After a brief pause at his question, Soeun responded.

“Actually… it’s my first time.”

“…”

“…I have no experience.”

His expression stiffened a bit at her answer.

He couldn’t grasp the reason for such a conversation.

Taejun asked again, “So?”

“Just… please take care of me.”

Even if Huiwook is a greedy bastard, you can trust that he hasn’t touched you.

It’s okay to be honest. I won’t be upset about that.

The unspoken words grumbled inside her throat, but not wanting to reveal her jealousy, she swallowed hard.