Ha Jun checked the microphone and swiftly prepared for an impromptu live performance.
When it was announced that a live performance would take place, there was an outburst of surprise, cheers, and applause.
As expected, the reaction was fervent.
The pub heated up even before the performance started.
Voices of excitement echoed everywhere.
“What a surprise event! There was no mention of a performance.”
“I know, right! Oh my, this is great. He’s going to play the piano himself.”
“Lucky we came late. We would’ve missed this if we’d left earlier!”
“It was worth standing in line to get in.”
“I’m going to record this and keep it.”
“Me too. I’ll watch it over and over.”
Except for a few indifferent male customers, everyone turned to face the piano.
Jiho had not sung in public since J(제이)’s music became popular.
He consciously avoided it, even when opportunities arose.
That’s why he hesitated when Ha Jun made the ridiculous request.
His voice, acclaimed for its unique timbre, could arouse suspicion if he sang as usual.
Especially to Lee Soo, a fan of J(제이)’s music, he seemed cautious.
‘Can I manage to sing in a completely different tone?’
The thought of singing undiscovered in front of everyone was a bit nerve-wracking.
Above all, he didn’t want to be caught by Lee Soo as J(제이).
Seated at the piano, Jiho looked thoughtful.
‘Can I disguise my voice well enough? Why am I so nervous about this?’ Just then, he saw Lee Soo.
Ha Jun was right; Jiho’s presence at the piano meant Lee Soo could take a break.
‘Right. It was for Lee Soo.’
That was reason enough.
Jiho smiled warmly at Lee Soo and placed his hands on the piano.
“Guys, there won’t be any more orders, so come out and take a break.”
Ju Hee poked her head into the kitchen and said.
“Really?”
Excited, Ae Ra responded.
“Since we’re out of ingredients, we stopped taking appetizer orders and will just sell drinks during Jiho’s performance.”
“A performance out of nowhere?”
“It’s a service for the customers. They’re loving it.”
“Wow, so Seo Jiho is our replacement. Does this mean we’re done?”
Ae Ra stretched her arms and laughed.
“Yeah. You guys can enjoy Jiho’s singing too.”
“Let’s go! Hurry up, guys.”
Lee Soo sat at the bar next to the counter as all tables were full.
Sitting closest to the piano, she found herself unexpectedly right beside Jiho.
Jiho, in a plain white shirt, sat upright at the piano.
His elegant posture and relaxed demeanor almost resembled a professional performer.
“Lee Soo, Jiho looks so cool today!”
Ae Ra whispered close to Lee Soo’s ear.
Lee Soo felt the same.
‘Jiho, you don’t have to be this cool. I wish I were the only one seeing you like this.’
Truthfully, Lee Soo wasn’t too pleased with the situation.
The pub was filled with women.
Eyes filled with excitement gazed at Jiho, shimmering with anticipation.
Unknowingly, Lee Soo sighed.
As Jiho started singing the first lines of the song while playing the piano, exclamations of awe erupted here and there.
‘So this is how his voice sounds when he sings like this.’
His song was sweet and melodious, as if his vocal cords were dipped in honey.
Lee Soo propped her chin in one hand, staring at Jiho, spellbound.
She felt pleased, proud, and more excited than ever before while watching Jiho.
Lee Soo felt as if only Jiho and she existed in that space.
She heard nothing but Jiho’s voice and saw nothing but him.
Her heart seemed to melt under Jiho’s affectionate gaze.
As she listened to the song, every lyric felt like a confession directed at her, making her heart flutter.
Gradually, Lee Soo’s brows furrowed slightly.
The more she immersed in Jiho’s song, the more she thought of J(제이), noticing a strangely similar timbre.
‘Is he singing like this on purpose because he knows I like it?’
Even though she knew it was unlikely, Lee Soo couldn’t shake off thoughts of J(제이).
What brought Lee Soo back to reality was the sound of people’s cheers and applause.
As soon as the song ended, applause erupted, and everyone spontaneously shouted for an encore.
Following continuous requests, Jiho ended up singing five songs before he could finish.
As Jiho stood up to leave, sounds of disappointment and admiration filled the air.
“We want more!”
“So sad it’s over!”
“It’s like my eardrums are melting.”
“I won’t sleep tonight, too thrilled!”
Despite the passionate pleas, Jiho left the stage without lingering.
Initially reluctant, he felt good about singing, especially because of Lee Soo’s entranced gaze.
For the first time, Jiho received such an adoring look from Lee Soo.
If he knew she would enjoy it this much, he would have sung for her sooner.
Tonight, Jiho sang solely for Lee Soo.
In the car heading to Lee Soo’s house.
Jiho drove, focusing ahead, but he could feel Lee Soo’s gaze fixed on him.
“Are you going to drill a hole through my face like that?”
Jiho lightly joked, noticing Lee Soo’s intense stare.
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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