The shock from yesterday’s visit to the mart weighed heavily on Junhwi all day. It crossed his mind like a fleeting shadow, whether he was working or not.
Rather than continuing to feel frustrated, he decided to ask directly. Just as he was contemplating when and how to ask Yeonwoo, the defense attorney appeared.
Though the attorney’s curious gaze was a bit overwhelming, Junhwi thought he might as well gather some information.
Junhwi slowly parted his lips.
“Generally, what do ordinary women typically want to do on their birthdays?”
Even to himself, it was a question that seemed absurd, so he pushed out the words even more slowly.
Junhwi never thought the day would come when he would ask such a question, feeling a hint of self-deprecation.
“What’s with such a broad and contextless question? Are you curious about gifts?”
The attorney’s observation was correct. After a bit of contemplation, Junhwi narrowed it down to two categories: gifts and events.
“Why do you need an average for that? Just do whatever Kwun thinks is the best?”
“Hmm.”
True. It was a foolish question. Just go for the best and most expensive.
“Here’s a different question.”
“Oh, yeah. What else? Just ask anything. It’s so fun. This place is a dating expert.”
Junhwi glanced at the attorney, who was teasing him, and then made the atmosphere serious again.
“Generally, or rather, how long did Kwun date before getting married?”
“Why are you circling around like that? How long did you date before getting married?”
Nodding, Junhwi looked at the attorney with a gaze full of gratitude.
“Kwun, do you want to get married?”
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“Wow. Seriously? Really?”
“······.”
“It’s incredible. Kwun has made up his mind to get married.”
He wanted to be with his lover all the time, didn’t want to break up. Isn’t that the reason for getting married?
In the natural flow of thought, Junhwi felt perplexed about why such a significant decision was necessary.
“But is Director Kim positive about marriage too? Have you talked about it?”
What? Now he’s asking that. Junhwi answered with his eyes.
“Surely he won’t suddenly say, ‘Let’s get married,’ out of the blue?”
Why. Why can’t he? Once again, Junhwi answered with his eyes.
Seeing Junhwi, who had no thoughts about marriage, the attorney was shocked.
“It’s not something you decide alone; you need to know if the other person is open to the idea of marriage to some extent.”
“It’s difficult. Asking that, how can I know? I can’t figure it out.”
“No, that’s why you need to observe the signs, like the atmosphere during casual conversations. It’s a bit tricky to cut off, but, generally, you need to pay attention to the vibes and the… it’s hard to put into words, but you have to carefully observe the atmosphere during usual conversations.”
The attorney, who was choosing his words carefully, explained again to match the level of a relationship novice.
“Think of it like a civil lawsuit. You still have a pile of issues to resolve, but if the other person contacts you out of the blue and says, ‘We’ve received the complaint,’ how does it feel? Good?”
“No. It feels very dirty and unpleasant.”
“That’s it, Kwun.”
“Oh, I see.”
I had a vague idea of what it meant. However, the defense attorney still had a piercing gaze.
“Marriage is not something to take lightly. Once two families become one, there are many things to be cautious about and many preparations to be made.”
“Is that so?”
“Especially for women, giving birth is also a crucial issue. It affects the body, and taking maternity leave is necessary. Have you discussed these things?”
As the conversation continued, it felt like something was not adding up.
Wanting to ask something, Junhwi felt the attorney repeatedly checking whether he already knew Yeonwoo’s intentions. The reliability of the advice was diminishing.
“I haven’t even asked about marriage yet, how can I ask about having a child?”
“Hey, Kwun. Have you really not talked about marriage or the future at all?”
Junhwi just nodded his head.
“Haven’t you mentioned anything, even casually or jokingly?”
Nodding again, he still couldn’t grasp whether it was such a wrong thing.
“Well, Kwun. How can you not know something so obvious?”
“What?”
“Do you think everyone automatically gets married when they date?”
Ding. His mind went blank. Junhwi’s neat eyebrows furrowed mercilessly.
Exactly. It was an obvious fact. Not all couples in this world embrace a happy ending through marriage.
Why wasn’t this universal fact applied to us? Based on what evidence and confidence?
Junhwi felt like things had gone wrong from somewhere. He silently pressed his temple with a twitching eye.
Lunchtime. The Lo and Yul company cafeteria was bustling with people ready to eat.
Yeonwoo was busy pushing food into her mouth while looking at her phone. Soon, it would be time for the attorney’s client meeting, so she needed to hurry to prepare.
Chopping the beef patty with chopsticks into bite-sized pieces, on the opposite side, someone placed a tray on the table.
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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