"Aren't you going with Noah?" As Aaron and Irene entered the elevator, Aaron inquired.Irene turned around for a moment before pressing the number 9 on the elevator button. "Not. I didn't want to feel like an abandoned person when I got home, so I decided to bring my own car.""Is your relationship still not okay?" Aaron asked again."I don't think it'll ever be okay." When they arrived on the 9th floor, the elevator doors reopened. Aaron and Irene both exited the elevator.Her steps continued until she entered the room. Irene attempted to sit up by placing her bag on the table. Her gaze was drawn to the flower vase, which held a few roses that Noah had given her."If you truly love me, just tell me. Why are you so ashamed to admit it? What a man."With an irritated face, Irene opened her laptop, to start her work. A few moments later, Irene yawned in her hectic schedule; she was tired from helping Noah put out the fire and make him dinner the night before.Irene's hands began to move
Irene had completely forgotten how to breathe. She never expected Noah to take her out to lunch amid their hectic schedules."You can't? Okay." When Noah didn't get a response from Irene, he said it again."Ah, no. I can. By the way, where are we going for lunch?" Irene asked quickly."Just wait. I'll pick you up later." Noah stated it once more.The conversation was over. Irene continued to prance in her sitting position with a big smile. She sighed and began to imagine his romantic lunch with Noah."The break time is still quite long," Irene said as she looked at the clock on the wall. "Let's focus, Irene; only then you will feel true happiness!" Irene said as she tried to refocus her attention on her work.***It doesn’t feel like time is so fast. Employees began to rise from their seats and walk towards the canteen. Even so, Irene rose from her seat and rushed out of the company building.Aaron noticed Irene walking quickly while carrying her bag and wondered, "Where is she going?
Lunchtime is almost over. Noah and Irene are now on their way to Irene Company."Sometimes I wonder why they look so happy when we are feeling tortured," Noah stated.Irene turned her head confusedly, "What do you mean?""Our parents are always happy because they were successful in marrying the two of us. Did they ever imagine that this matchmaking would torture you and me?" Noah explained."I don't know, maybe they used to be like us. So they know we'll be fine, just like their household.""You mean your parents and mine used to get married because they were set up? Finally, they fell in love and were together until this very moment?"Irene nodded slowly, "It's possible, right?"Noah laughed when he heard those words. "What kind of bullshit? That is the most ridiculous sentence I've ever heard in my entire life."Irene frowned as she turned to face Noah, who was still focused on driving "Just so you know, you and I are not the only ones who got married as a result of an arranged marr
"Oh really? Where did she go?” Irene asked.Hara shrugged, "I don't know, maybe go to practice."Irene slowly nodded and tried to eat her breakfast. After she finished, she went upstairs to her room while waiting for Jennie."Should I call Jennie to tell her if I'm waiting for her at home?" Irene inquired, looking at her cellphone screen while lying on the bed. "Ah no. Make it a surprise for her." She then stated.Irene turned her lying position to face the side. Her gaze was drawn to a photo frame in which she and Jennie were smiling and hugging each other's shoulders.Irene began to rise from her lying position and then shifted into a sitting position, her hands moving to take the photo frame."Jennie was so adorable with her innocent smile at the time." With a smile, Irene said. But then Irene took a breath deeply, "Seeing this photo makes me miss her. I don't know since when I haven't seen the smile on Jennie's face again."Irene moved her hand to open a drawer in a small cupboard
When Noah noticed Irene was silent, he grabbed the paper from her grasp and said, "I warned you not to touch my things.""W-why are you still keeping it?" Irene, who couldn't believe it, asked quietly. She couldn't believe Noah kept the paper she gave when they were both in high school.Irene, who had long admired Noah, had deliberately practiced painting Noah's face on a piece of paper. Irene managed to paint it well even though it wasn't perfect.However, due to Noah's indifferent personality, Irene did not dare to give the paper directly. As a result, Irene placed the painting paper in Noah's locker without knowing him.When promoted to the next grade, Irene's gaze remained fixed on Noah, who stepped forward while carrying a piece of paper that he secretly placed in Noah's locker.But Irene noticed Noah and Suzy exchanging glances and smiling at each other at the time. A few days later, their school was rocked by the news that Noah and Suzy were dating.From the time Noah received
Aaron immediately embraced Irene and carried her into the car. Likewise, Leo brought his wife and led her to the car.They took separate paths. Aaron directed Irene back to her apartment while Leo and Crystal went home. Irene was delirious halfway through, still having trouble opening her eyes."Can we go to the park for a little while?" Irene inquired.Aaron, who had focused on driving, began to turn to check on Irene to see if she was delirious.Feeling that Aaron didn't answer his words, Irene's hand began to move to touch Aaron's hand, which was in gear."Aaron, let's go to the Park. I don't want Noah to see me come home drunk like this," Irene said again.Aaron turned to Irene, "You'll be home late at night if you take the time to go to the Park first.""That's okay." Irene sighed.Aaron remained silent. His car was currently driving towards a park near the restaurant they had previously visited.They both arrived about 5 minutes later. Aaron came to a halt and turned to face Ire
Aaron had a crush on Irene long before she had a crush on Noah. His feelings for Irene haven't changed up until now.Noah laughed, “What a sad love story. So you've been hiding feelings for a woman who has never loved you all this time? Wow, if only Irene knew how much you love her.""If only Irene's parents knew how much Irene was suffering from living with her husband." Aaron said, "You better go because I'll be the one to take Irene home." continued Aaron.After stepping while leading Irene, Noah grabbed Aaron's arm to stop him.“There's no need to bother. Her husband is already here, so let her go home with him."Aaron stepped back, ignoring Noah's words. But Noah stopped him once more. Noah immediately drew Irene's hand into his embrace. Aaron, not wanting to lose, took Irene back into his arms.Irene, who had been unconscious, finally opened her eyes after feeling swayed here and there as Noah and Aaron fought over her.Irene, who was half-drunk, was surprised to see Noah and Aa
Noah entered the room and noticed a bucket of roses on his desk."I'm not sure how many times she sent me roses," Noah said as he sat down in his chair, holding the flower bucket.And, for the umpteenth time, Noah threw the bucket of flowers into the trash can near his desk."Even she acts nonchalant at home, but when I get to the office, she always sends me flowers," Noah said again, looking at the bucket of flowers already in the trash.Not long after, someone entered Noah's room and opened the door. Alison walked calmly over to Noah. His brow furrowed as he looked at the trash can."You threw it away all over again?" Alison inquired as he sat in the chair in front of Noah.Noah sighed and leaned back in his chair, his gaze fixed on the ceiling. "Those flowers just litter my workplace," Noah later explained."You are truly heartless. What if Irene finds out that you always throw the flowers she gave you in the trash? Do you have the courage to hurt your wife's feelings?" enquired Al
Irene kept staring at Noah. When she felt Noah's hand grip her wrist, her heart skipped a beat."I need to go to the bathroom," Noah said as he got out of bed and went to the bathroom.Noah stood behind the bathroom door, his heart still pounding."I must be crazy," Noah said.***Noah, who had just finished taking a shower, began to walk outside while wiping his wet hair with a towel."Yes, Mom. There's no need to be concerned. I'll keep you updated later." Irene entered the room after finishing the phone call."Is that my mother?"Irene nodded, "Yeah, I told her you were sick, so you didn't come to work today." "You shouldn't have to call her because I'm fine."Irene stepped towards Noah while putting her cell phone in her trouser pocket."Your body temperature is still quite high," Irene said after trying to place her hand on Noah's forehead. "Hurry up and get changed, and we'll go to the hospital. I'll be waiting for you outside."Irene stepped outside and waited for Noah to get
"I am home," Irene said after successfully entering her unit.She looked around the television room, but Noah was not there. Irene entered her room and tried to open the door.Irene noticed Noah lying on the bed with a blanket over his body.Irene smiled and let Noah rest while she began walking towards the bathroom to take a shower because it was already 9 p.m.A few minutes later, Irene, who had finished bathing and put on her pajamas, walked to the bed and lay down there.Irene grabbed her phone to explore social media because she wasn't tired yet. Not long after, Noah, who had been lying with his back to Irene, shifted his position so that his body faced the ceiling of the room.Noah's hand landed on Irene's left hand, which was lying on the bed, while her right hand was busy holding a cell phone.Irene's brow furrowed as she felt Noah's body temperature. Irene immediately sat up, put her phone away, and touched Noah's brow."Gosh, his body temperature is so hot," she said.Irene
Irene stopped in front of Alison and Crystal with a smile."Wow, apparently you also invited Crystal here?" Irene asked Alison.Alison nodded, smiling, “Yes, of course. Please take a seat, Irene.”Irene sat down next to Crystal in the chair. While Crystal could only laugh awkwardly at her and scowl at Alison."Sorry if I'm late.""It's okay; Crystal hasn't been here long either," he explained.Crystal giggled awkwardly, "A-ah, yes, that's right. I've only been here a short time.""Why wasn't Leo invited?" Irene inquired, her gaze shifting between Alison and Crystal."A-ah, Leo... Of course, Alison invited him to join us. But Leo can't because he is working late tonight." Crystal lied."Let's get some food; you can order whatever you want. I'll take care of it." Alison later explained.Irene smiled broadly, “Wow, really? Why are you suddenly treating us?”"Hey, exactly that's what I wanted you to do here," Alison chuckled.Irene shifted the menu book in front of Crystal, "You order fir
Irene rushed out of her room, heading straight for the parking lot.Aaron, who had just emerged from his room, began to frown as he noticed Irene walking quickly."Why has he been so busy lately?"Aaron began to walk towards the elevator; not long after, Yeri, who had noticed Aaron from a distance, began to jog to catch up with him."Good evening, Manager Lee." When Yeri arrived next to Aaron, she bowed."Oh, hi, Yeri," Aaron said, turning his head after pressing the elevator's down button. "Good afternoon."Not long after the elevator door opened, Yeri smiled. Aaron motioned for Yeri to go first into the elevator.Yeri smiled as she stepped into the elevator, her face beaming.Yeri could only remain silent while trying to think of something to say to Aaron in the elevator that brought them down to the ground floor.Yeri cast a slow glance at Aaron, who stood silently looking ahead."Manager Lee," Yeri said.Aaron turned his head, “Yeah?”"If you don't mind, could I ride with you toda
Noah, who was sitting on the sofa reading a book, began to get up and walk toward the kitchen when he became hungry.He took a cup of instant ramen and began boiling water. Not long after, someone opened the door while he waiting for the water to boil."Where have you been?" Noah asked, not looking up.For a brief moment, Irene looked at Noah. "I was just meeting my friend."Noah remained silent as he waited for the water he had cooked to come to a boil. But soon, Noah's brow furrowed as Irene began hugging him from behind.Irene turned Noah's body to face her, then began to kiss Noah's lips gently.Noah's eyes widened, and he pushed Irene's body, saying, "Hey, what are you doing? Can't you see I'm cooking?"Irene began to turn off the stove and then turned her body, grabbing Noah's hand to hug her from behind.Irene, who was standing with her back to Noah, began to move Noah's hand to her breast.“Hey, what are you doing?!”"Touch me, Noah, touch me wherever you want," Irene said, di
Adam turned his head, “Nothing. It's just that this man just ran into me.”Noah bowed his head again, "I'm sorry." Then he walked away while looking for Irene, who had just disappeared from his sight."Hey, we're not done yet!" he exclaimed.The girl held Adam's shoulder, "Never mind, just let him go.""Have you redeemed the medicine?" Adam inquired later."I have." The girl nodded while showing a plastic bag containing some medicine."Let's go home.""Can we get something to drink first?"Adam nodded, "Yes, of course."The girl smiled as she started walking with Adam, "Do you know that man?"Adam shook his head, "No, but I met him yesterday."Meanwhile, Noah kept walking while looking for where Irene's steps had gone."Oh, sh*t. I'd lost her. Where did she go?" Noah said when he couldn't find Irene.Noah's steps are now moving toward the receptionist."Excuse me. Is there a patient named Jung Crystal here?" Noah inquired as he paused in front of the reception desk."Please wait a mom
Jennie came to a halt and looked at the three girls in front of her."Ah, Mr. Won and I are just friends.""Does someone who comes only to give you breakfast deserve to be called a friend?" asked the woman again as the other two stood there silently.Jennie, who was confused, started to nod, "Yes, what's wrong?"The girl snorted and began to bend her body closer to Jennie, who was still sitting.“Mr. Won is mine. Don't ever dare to approach him. You're new here. You don't want to ruin your career when you're just getting started, do you?"Jennie remained silent while slowly nodding before the three girls snorted and walked away from her.Soon after, a girl who had been staring at Jennie from a distance began to rise from her chair and take a seat next to her."Hello, you are Jenny, right?" said the girl after sitting next to Jennie.Jennie nodded, smiling, “Yes, I am."The woman smiled widely, "Wow, you are much prettier than I thought. You know, everyone here is talking about you bec
Aaron, who had just gotten out of his car, began to walk into the restaurant.After successfully entering, from a distance, Aaron saw Yeri waving her hand while sitting at one of the available tables."I apologize for being late." While attempting to sit in front of Yeri, Aaron said.Yeri nodded, smiling, “It's okay, Manager Lee. You're only 5 minutes late.""Ah, please don't call me that when we're outside. Just say my name."“But that sounds impolite, Manager Lee. Can I call you Oppa?Aaron paused before finally nodding slowly, “A-ah, yes, you can.”Yeri smiled cheerfully. She had no idea this would be her first date with Aaron, a man she had admired for a long time.Yeri didn't care if Aaron didn't like her yet. All Yeri has to do now is show Aaron how much she adores him."Oppa, do you want to order now?" asked Yeri later."Oh, yes, please." Aaron nodded while Yeri started trying to call a waiter to come over to their table.The food and drink they had ordered arrived on the table
Suzy smiled and began telling Irene everything she knew about how she could find out if Irene had paid off all of her hospital bills.*Flashback On*A nurse came over to Suzy's room to inject some medicine through the IV that was attached to her right hand."Wow, Miss Choi, you have a grandmother who truly loves you. I get jealous sometimes because my grandmother died three years ago," the nurse said as she began to inject the first medicine.Suzy smiled, “Yes, I'm so lucky to have her. Even in her old age, she still has to be busy taking care of me and thinking of ways to pay off the hospital bills."The nurse put down the first medicine and started opening the second medicine, “You don't need to worry, Miss. All of your hospital bills for the next few months have already been paid in full. Didn't your grandmother tell you?"Suzy frowned, “What? Did I hear it wrong?""Of course not, Miss," the nurse said with a smile as she put some medicine into the container after injecting it into