Coincidentally, that day, they were both left alone at the gifted center, waiting for their mothers.

Bora kept stealing glances at Kwon Yool, who was sitting quietly in the library.

She couldn’t explain why she had done so at the time.

Perhaps it was impressive to see Kwon Yool, out of character for his age, reading a thick English book…

Or maybe the sunlight appearing behind him had looked like a scene from a movie.

The glow in Kwon Yool’s eyes, as he was engrossed in his book during their childhood, still lingered in Bora’s eyes.

Compared to his peers, Kwon Yool was mature and never frivolous in his speech or behavior.

He was always serious and courteous, not partaking in the childish jokes or pranks of that age.

Moreover, Kwon Yool was the only person who told her it was okay even when she failed in the math competition.

Those were irreplaceable memories that nobody could take away.

Bora felt that her relationship with Kwon Yool was truly special.

“Yool, I’ll come to see you again later. Take care.”

Regretfully, she looked back several times.

Thus, Bora’s feelings deepened without end.

The afternoon sunlight stretched across the office.

Seo Yeon, dressed in a mini jumpsuit, was standing there.

She was making a pattern by hand after a long time.

She carefully cut the fabric she had sketched on the large table.

Knock knock.

Lifting her head to check the time, Seo Yeon put down her scissors.

“Yes, come in.”

Mr. Kim, the department head, and Secretary Choi entered side by side, holding shopping bags in both hands.

They were samples of gifts to be distributed at the Yenni Black event.

“How long will it take to produce these once we decide?”

“Within two weeks,” she said.

Various designs of T-shirts and fashion items were spread across the sofa table.

Since Yenni Black’s main target audience was in their 20s, the samples required a lively and popping sense.

“This looks good.”

Seo Yeon chose a T-shirt with a large print on the back.

“I made it with the most appealing drawing from the interns.”

Seo Yeon smiled as she spoke.

“This is Park Si Ah’s work, right?”

“How did you know?”

“You can tell just by looking at the drawing. Fingerprints are different for everyone.”

Seo Yeon thought about Si Ah, who was Kwon Yool’s classmate and even shared a similar birthday.

She then got surprised.

Kwon Yool popped up in her thoughts just from thinking about Si Ah.

Even at the home shopping dinner party, she had missed Kwon Yool while looking at Hyun Woo.

Now he was on her mind all the time.

Seo Yeon fiddled with the T-shirt featuring Si Ah’s drawing.

“Let’s go with one T-shirt from intern Park Si Ah.”

Then she selected a few more items like socks with cartoon-like designs, scarves, and other accessories.

“What about the beach towel prints?”

Secretary Choi hastily handed her a tablet.

“I’ve narrowed it down to bold designs.”

Her colorful nails made a tapping sound as they slid across the screen.

After pondering for a while, Seo Yeon decided on two favorites and asked for their opinions.

As they reached a consensus, Secretary Choi began diligently noting down the product numbers.

“The event is large-scale this time, so let’s proceed without any mistakes. Make sure to hire plenty of guides for the day.”

“Yes, CEO.”

Seo Yeon was always meticulous in her work.
The meeting that lasted over an hour finally seemed to be wrapping up when Secretary Choi brought out some refreshing snacks.

A brief chitchat followed.

“Director, that pattern… It’s for men’s clothing, right?”

Sharp-eyed Manager Kim quickly asked.

“Ah, I plan to gift it to someone.”

“Is it… that person from before?”

Seo Yeon did not deny Manager Kim’s question.

“Yes, I want to gift it.”

“Are you making a shirt?”

A happy smile briefly appeared on Seo Yeon’s face.

“Yes. The shirt really suits the person exceptionally well.”

Upon hearing Seo Yeon’s straightforward words, Manager Kim and Secretary Choi exchanged meaningful glances.

“I’m envious, whoever it is. They get to wear clothes made by the Director.”

Manager Kim, who had some inkling of who it was, expressed his envy.

“But I’m not confident about men’s clothes, it’s been so long. I’ll have to see how the sewing goes first.”

In fact, Seo Yeon was considering making a shirt for Kwon Yool based solely on eye measurement.

It was fine if it was slightly large, but if it was small for Kwon Yool, who already had a unique physique, that was worrying.

“Please show me once it’s completed. Oh, but the material seems quite luxurious. Where did you get it?”

It was an expensive imported fabric that she had purchased when she had gone fabric shopping with Kwon Yool.

Even though it was a small quantity, the price was quite high as it was a fabric used only in high-end luxury lines.

“I got it on a whim while buying new autumn materials.”

A whim was far from it.

She had found it appealing for Kwon Yool from the start, so she had deliberately bought small quantities in various colors.

Of course, it had been left neglected in a corner of the office after almost breaking up with Kwon Yool.

After a heartfelt reunion, Seo Yeon wanted to gift Kwon Yool something special as soon as possible.

So she had started working on it sooner than expected.

The thought of Kwon Yool wearing the one-of-a-kind garment that she had made made Seo Yeon’s heart flutter uncontrollably.

“Ah, right! Manager Kim, I have a favor to ask.”

She was about to call Manager Kim anyway.

“20-count half-sleeve T-shirts, size is 2XL.”

Seo Yeon stood up from her seat and immediately sent an email to Manager Kim.

“I’d like to make about 10 with round necks, in black and white.”

Sitting down, Manager Kim, who had just checked the design, cautiously asked Seo Yeon while gauging her expression.

“Is this also a gift?”

It seemed too small a quantity to be for sale.

“Ah, yes. There will be an occasion to wear it comfortably.”

Seo Yeon was planning to gift the half-sleeve T-shirts to Kwon Yool, who was going for an exam in July.

She wanted to do even this small thing for him.

“The ‘H’ is small and simple, it looks good. I’d believe it if you said it was a luxury brand.”

Manager Kim, impressed by the clean yet luxurious design, suggested they try men’s casual wear even if it’s just a one-off.

Seo Yeon warmly complimented Manager Kim’s burgeoning idea with a broad smile.

Then it happened.

Seo Yeon’s phone rang.

Seeing the caller, Seo Yeon calmly answered.

“Yes, Director Choi.”

A deep, charming voice spoke.

“What’s going on?”

Wondering what was up due to the sudden call from Min Hyuk.