Stuck in a traffic jam at the department store parking lot exit, Haegin’s departure coincided with rush hour. The estimated arrival time kept extending, causing cold sweat to drench her back.
Her seemingly smooth first task became increasingly challenging as time passed. Being late, especially for an appointment, was against her nature.
Being late for work? That was unthinkable for her.
Haegin fiddled with the navigation system, trying to find a clear route.
“I’ll do my best to be on time.”
Despite barely making it through a yellow light, it was a constant stop-and-go.
“The protagonist always arrives late.”
“What?”
“No need to rush.”
Was Tae-hong also feeling the urgency? His comment, though seemingly light-hearted, was something Haegin couldn’t take at face value. In the workplace, the same words can have different implications.
Telling her not to rush seemed like an indirect way of saying to be punctual. She glanced at the passenger seat for confirmation.
But Tae-hong had reclined his seat, now almost lying down.
Is the urgency only mine? As Haegin sank into her thoughts, Tae-hong casually asked another question.
“Do you have any siblings?”
An unexpected question in a tense situation. Haegin turned to the questioner.
“No, I’m an only child.”
“Just like me.”
The subtle difference in his response piqued her curiosity, but she couldn’t decipher any hidden meanings. It was as frustrating as being stuck in traffic.
“How do you think it would be to have a sibling?”
As a child, she’d whimsically wished for a sibling. But it was just a childish fantasy.
“It would depend on the sibling, wouldn’t it?”
“True.”
Then, the conversation ceased. Fortunately, traffic improved, and as the car sped up, both were preoccupied with their thoughts.
“Drop me at the hotel and then you can leave.”
“What?”
She could only respond with ‘yes’ to the unexpected situations. Understanding Tae-hong on her first day was too much to ask for. It was overwhelming enough just trying to keep up with his unpredictable nature.
“But I’m supposed to be your personal assistant today.”
Speaking without meeting his eyes seemed easier.
“I’m your dedicated assistant, you know.”
Did he catch the emphasis Haegin put on ‘dedicated assistant’?
As he sat up to reply, their brief eye contact was interrupted by the car in front moving. The moment of connection quickly ended.
“It might end late.”
“That’s fine.”
Haegin’s crisp response caused Tae-hong’s brow to furrow slightly, then relax. Thankfully, Haegin didn’t see it.
“Assistant Manager Jeong.”
Tae-hong’s voice, like a lurking hyena, startled Haegin, causing her shoulders to twitch and her posture to straighten instinctively.
“Didn’t your father tell you anything about my personal life when he assigned you to me?”
His words made her fingers clutching the steering wheel turn white. That statement sent her mind racing back to the moment she received just a photo and basic information about him from Juntae. Despite knowing nothing else, she had deduced on her own that a woman had been assigned to this role. Hadn’t she anticipated such consequences?
Even though Haegin knew everything before starting, the veiled threat in Tae-hong’s words sent chills down her spine.
“I don’t quite understand what you mean.”
Playing dumb was the best strategy in such situations. Feigning ignorance was wiser than pretending to know something half-heartedly.
“If you don’t know, I’ll tell you.”
Why did it have to be a right turn? As she turned the steering wheel, she inadvertently looked at Tae-hong. He didn’t miss this and twisted their eye contact to his advantage.
“I don’t stop women from coming, nor do I hold them back from leaving.”
Look, I have no interest in your personal life. Holding onto her professional integrity, Haegin straightened the wheel after the turn.
“I’m confident I can keep up with any woman.”
But why keep looking at me? I never asked to play along. Haegin clenched her jaw tightly in frustration.
“If you don’t understand with words, wait for me till the end.”
Was it really necessary to say ‘you can leave’ in such a frightening manner? Haegin sneaked a glance at Tae-hong. His face, partially hidden from view, seemed either mocking or expressionless.
If he insists on talking like that, I better understand his deep intentions.
“If the manager insists so earnestly, I’ll leave right away.”
Mess around or have fun, do as you please. I’m heading home. As the time of her departure became clear, Haegin started feeling uplifted.
Meanwhile, the car arrived at the hotel. As they entered the hotel driveway, a valet approached.
“Assistant Manager Jeong, thank you for your hard work. Leave the car and head home.”
With those cool words, Tae-hong walked into the hotel without looking back. The valet quickly opened the driver’s door.
It was a signal for her to get out. But Haegin couldn’t move. She should get out and go straight home to relax after her first day, but her body was frozen in place.
Why am I disobeying my superior’s order?
“Aren’t you getting out?”
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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