“No, I was just curious.”
“Try asking more.”
“Ask what?”
“Nam Yoo In’s fortune investigation.”
“It’s not like that.”
“I can respond sincerely. Starting with the number of bank accounts, is that it?”
“It’s not that! I’m definitely not curious about your bank accounts.”
Gyeon, seeing the cute and annoyed Yoo In, laughed playfully with a gentle handling of the steering wheel. With his playful laughter, the white SUV, which just received a fresh wash, left the campus and entered the chaotic streets of Seoul.
A mid-sized sedan and a sporty SUV. Solid black and bright white. It seemed like too distinct tastes.
Although he had thought all-black suited him best, now, he realized that white also harmonized well with his graceful face.
Running through such extremes, the man was difficult to understand yet irresistibly charming.
“I’ve reserved a restaurant for dinner. There’s still some time, and the weather is nice, so would you like to take a short walk?”
“Yes, sounds good.”
In response to Yoo In’s words, the man, with a sly wink, lightly smiled and firmly grasped the hand neatly placed on his knee.
“You’ve worked hard taking exams, Nam Yoo In.”
The gentle encouragement from the low tone warmed the entire heart. Yoo In looked at him and chuckled softly.
The sky, without a single cloud, was as clear and pure as he described, perfect for enjoying a stroll.
The park, located slightly away from the city center, was serene and peaceful, allowing for a leisurely atmosphere on weekday afternoons.
However, an unwelcome topic arose.
“Now, is it time for a career? What are you going to do?”
“……Hmm.”
Yoo In’s plan was unplanned.
To others, it might sound like boasting and a petty complaint, but for Yoo In, there was no courage to prepare for employment, sweating on the soles of her feet and running around like others.
Originally, the cut-off line for her envisioned social life was only ‘school.’ She had no desire to mingle with unwanted people, and she couldn’t find a reason to do so.
She had never felt embarrassed or ashamed of this decision.
Talking more than anyone else in front of a man dedicated to his work felt like nonsensical chatter.
“Think about it.”
“You don’t seem to have a plan.”
“…….,”
“No answer, huh.”
The man, carefully examining the now darkened Yoo In, pulled her close, hooked her shoulder, and spoke in a friendly manner.
“I know what you’re thinking with that small head of yours. I didn’t ask about your plans to mock you.”
“…….,”
“You’re not saying anything.”
Staring at the silent Yoo In, the man, who scrutinized her, then gently shook her deadened shoulders and spoke lightly.
“Someone like an older sister who makes a lot of money must exist. Don’t feel burdened and enjoy yourself when you can. Try things if you develop an interest. That’s how you grow, dear.”
Listening attentively with perked ears, Yoo In’s concentration was abruptly shattered. Even managing to let calling her a puppy slide was a challenge, but calling her a baby seemed a bit much. Especially when addressed by someone in an equal relationship.
Yoo In, as Kyoun approached with steadfast shoulders, grumbled, hitting him on the back of his head.
“What? I’m not a baby, you know?”
“Originally, babies tend to say they’re not their own baby.”
“I’m not a baby, and I’m not a caterpillar.”
“I’ve never called you a caterpillar, ouch.”
“Ugh, seriously. Don’t do that.”
“Nam Yoo In is really showing her temper now. Be cuter.”
With a twinkle in his black eyes, the man, exerting more force on the arm around his shoulder, felt quite pleased with himself. Yoo In couldn’t understand why showing her temper was considered cute.
Among the pranks Kyoun had recently taken a liking to, giving nicknames was one of them. So, Yoo In had to reluctantly give up being called a puppy, and now, she found herself enduring these embarrassing comments.
Should she just not respond at all? While biting her lower lip and contemplating, Kyoun suddenly detached himself from her.
“Yoo In, can you sit for a moment? I need to make a call and be right back.”
“Yes, go ahead.”
Smiling gently and patting her head, Kyoun confirmed that Yoo In was sitting on the bench before moving away to take the call.
The man with his back turned and standing in front of her, carefully controlling the volume of his discreet conversation, continued with the call.
During the not-so-brief call, Yoo In’s gaze was drawn not only because of that. The touch of his hand sweeping through his hair in an annoyingly graceful manner and the occasional vigorous movement of his broad shoulders, as if he were angry, stirred the previously dulled nerves.
“Yoo In.”
As the man returned after finishing his business, an entirely different atmosphere emanated from him than before.
The playful demeanor and jokes vanished completely, replaced by an openly severe gaze and a stern set of lips.
“Suddenly, something urgent came up at work, so I think I need to go to the office. Ugh, what should I do? I’m really sorry.”
Smirking, the man’s face seemed like a mask. Yoo In, facing the vivid discomfort, reluctantly opened her unwavering mouth.
“I… it’s okay.”
“I’ll take you home.”
From Kyoun’s extended hand, the clear intention not to explain any further was perfectly conveyed. Yoo In merely stared at that hand for a moment.
She wanted to ask what happened. Could she ask? She wanted to know why. Why hide it like this?
Was my curiosity, my desire to know, my mixed worry wrong?
While the white shirt reflected the transparent sunlight, remaining pure without any wrinkles, his inner thoughts seemed dark and murky.
“Isa-nim.”
“Yes?”
The moment she heard the voice tainted with impatience, a sudden lightning bolt struck her mind, scattering vivid colors intensely.
A blood-red like paint. Police. Accident. At the end of the words, intertwined like a set, an unknown anxiety was attached.
“Why?”
The jet-black eyes flashed like obsidian, calm yet resolute. The hostility that seemed unwilling to tolerate any questions was erecting a wall.
Yoo In swallowed the words that were losing direction and fading away.
“…Uh, I’ll meet some friends and go in. I’ll probably be nearby.”
“Where is that? I’ll take you.”
“No.”
With as much strength as possible infused into her thin voice, she pronounced it clearly.
“Hurry and go. You seem urgent.”
“Yoo In.”
“Are you really treating me like a child?”
“Yoo In.”
Kyoun pronounced only the name and silently gazed down at Yoo In. He wanted to know why she was behaving like this.
Then, when the phone vibrated again, he sighed discontentedly, swiftly answered, and said,
“Sorry. I’ll contact you as soon as I arrive.”
Watching his quickly retreating figure with long strides leaving the park, the once warm air now felt chilly, and she glimpsed at the exposed arms beneath her short sleeves.
Indeed, a profound sense of loneliness, as if left alone in this world, gathered and seemed to sink deeply into the vacant space.
Male lead is reincarnated to save his wife
I’ve also read this one twice already. The female lead is kinda soft and gets embarrassed easily—not really my type, but the plot is definitely worth reading. Hurry up and read it, y’all!
Intro
When Shen Yuan encountered Su Jin again in his previous life, she had already become the Prime Minister of the current dynasty. As for him, the former top young master of the capital, he had long since fallen into the abyss, becoming a singer on a pleasure boat.
After a song ended, he was redeemed and sent to the Su Residence.
Su Jin respected and cherished him, gave him a roof over his head, and bestowed him with warmth. Shen Yuan fell deeper and deeper, but before he could express his feelings, Su Jin passed away.
Shen Yuan died to follow her in death, but instead, he returned to when he was fifteen years old.
At that time, he was not yet engaged, and Su Jin was just a poor scholar.
Shen Yuan gritted his teeth, casting aside all his pride, and thought of ways to coax and entice her every day.
The colder and more indifferent Su Jin was towards him, the more proactive Shen Yuan became.
He was not afraid of being mocked by the world, only wanting to marry his Wife-master early, to hold her hand and never let go for a lifetime.
[Note: This story will not specifically point out the male lead’s reincarnation time point; it’s all in the details. Whenever you feel that the male lead is acting strangely, he has most likely been reincarnated.]
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