In a neat and well-dressed manner, Kwon Taejung, who chose clothes that stood out, looked at the image of Yigyeom in the mirror, resembling the youngest son of a wealthy family, and smiled.
It was a meeting with his older Noona and Hyung, so he wanted to look as nice as possible. He had personally selected various items, and it was rewarding. No matter what he wore, he looked pretty, and even not wearing anything was also beautiful. However, today he felt unusually conscious.
“Oh, you look beautiful. Is the outfit uncomfortable or anything?”
“No, it’s fine.”
It was his first time having feelings for someone, so naturally, it was also his first time introducing that person to his family. Perhaps because of that, he felt a subtle tension in his fingertips a while ago. Kwon Taejung took a deep breath, pressing down on his slightly trembling fingertips.
“Why am I so nervous? I thought I wouldn’t be nervous about this kind of thing at all.”
“I feel a bit less nervous today than yesterday. I was shaking so much before going to bed yesterday that I couldn’t sleep.”
“Really? Looks like you’re the type to be strong in real situations. No, I’m going to face a real situation, but it feels strange. I didn’t know it would be so nerve-wracking to show someone I like to my family. I didn’t know because I haven’t tried.”
“It’s not like I don’t get nervous at all. I do get nervous…”
Watching Kwon Taejung, who looked cool and well-dressed, taking deep breaths as if nervous, Yigyeom quietly clasped his hands tightly.
“If the Chief says so, I get even more nervous….”
“Then it’s not okay. I’m not nervous anymore.”
Firmly nodding, Kwon Taejung gently stroked Yigyeom’s soft cheek. Today, he had taken an extra dose of suppressants so that even Yoojung, who is a Dominant Alpha, wouldn’t be affected by his peachy scent. His older Noona and Hyung also used Dominant Alpha, so it was a precautionary measure to prevent any undesirable effects.
“Just be yourself. Say anything you want.”
After a light kiss on the nodding Yigyeom’s lips, Kwon Taejung checked the time. Even if they arrived a bit early, it seemed like a good idea to leave soon.
“It’s about time to go. Let’s go.”
“Yes.”
Yigyeom, who had left the dressing room with Kwon Taejung, pressed his palm firmly against the racing heartbeat that was now a bit faster than usual. It had been fine until just a moment ago, but now that he had put on his shoes and was about to step outside, the realization began to sink in.
Nevertheless, he really wanted to do well. He wanted to make sure Kwon Taejung felt comfortable and not embarrassed. He wanted to make an effort for Kwon Taejung, who always thought of him and cared for him.
“…”
I can do well… I can do well. Smiling inwardly, Yigyeom continued to look up at Kwon Taejung, who was holding his hand, raising it.
***
Arriving at the restaurant twenty minutes earlier than the appointed time, Kwon Taejung entered with Yigyeom. Despite saying that he was less nervous than yesterday, Yigyeom, who had been walking closely with his arm tightly pressed against Kwon Taejung’s, looked adorable, as if he had become nervous again during the journey.
Although he wanted to touch and feel around a bit during the twenty minutes in the car, he decided to endure it, considering it was a special day. There was no point in messing up the nicely dressed clothes.
“Hello. Thank you as always for choosing our stay. The Chief and vice-Chief arrived earlier, and we have guided them to the room.”
“Oh? Have they already arrived?”
“Yes, they arrived about ten minutes ago.”
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“Just a moment.”
Stopping the staff trying to open the door in front of the room, Kwon Taejung turned to face Yigyeom, slightly lowering his body to meet his eyes. Then, gently gripping his shoulder, he touched it as if soothing and let it go.
“Yigyeom.”
“Yes.”
“Don’t forget I’m right next to you. Don’t worry about anything because I’ll be by your side no matter what, okay?”
“Yes… I won’t worry. Chief is here.”
“Yeah, that’s right. Because I’m here.”
Smiling gently, Kwon Taejung straightened up again and nodded to the staff. Only then did the door open. Holding Yigyeom’s hand, Kwon Taejung walked inside.
“Noona, Hyung.”
As they entered, Kwon Yoojung and Kwon Kijung, who had arrived early, were seen getting up. Kwon Taejung, with Yigyeom, walked towards them.
“We came early too, but what’s with you two coming so quickly? Why are you here so soon?”
“I need to be able to be at the office due to nervousness. So when I went to the office, Kijung was also unable to sit still with the same expression as me, just wandering around the office. So, we decided to come early together.”
Smiling at Yigyeom while looking at Kwon Taejung, who stood next to him, Kwon Yoojung, who seemed to be nervous as if pressing against her racing heart with both hands, awkwardly grabbed Kwon Kijung’s arm and brought him to stand by their side.
“I’ll introduce you formally. The person I’ve been seriously seeing these days, Yeon Yigyeom.”
Taking a step forward after Kwon Taejung’s introduction, Yigyeom clasped his hands together and politely bowed his head.
“Hello… My name is Yeon Yigyeom.”
“Yigyeom, right? We met once at the department store, didn’t we? Let me introduce myself again. I’m Kwon Taejung’s Noona, Kwon Yoojung. Nice to meet you.”
With a friendly handshake, Kwon Yoojung, who greeted Yigyeom, looked at Kwon Kijung. Smiling, Kwon Kijung extended his hand to Yigyeom.
“Nice to meet you. I’m Taejung’s older Hyung, and the second one, Kwon Kijung. I’ve heard a lot about you.”
“Oh… Hello. I’m Yeon Yigyeom.”
After exchanging greetings, it finally felt real that he had met Kwon Taejung’s family. Yigyeom looked at Kwon Taejung with a slightly tense heart.
“Now that we’ve exchanged greetings, let’s sit down and talk.”
Facing Kwon Yoojung and Kwon Kijung, Yigyeom sat down next to Kwon Taejung. Although the atmosphere was much softer than he had worried about, facing two people much older than him made Yigyeom uncomfortable.
“It’s the first time I’ve seen Taejung like someone, so I’m really glad, and since you’re meeting seriously, I wanted to meet you once. Thank you for coming out.”
“I’m the one who… thank you for meeting me and… welcoming me warmly.”
Even after responding, Yigyeom, slightly turning his head with worry if it was appropriate to do so, found comfort as Kwon Taejung nodded approvingly. He alternated his gaze between the two people looking at him.
“I heard you’re twenty years old.”
“Yes.”
“Even though there’s a twelve-year age difference between you and Taejung, is there anything difficult or uncomfortable for you?”
Difficult or uncomfortable… Difficult or… uncomfortable… Even though it wasn’t a difficult question, the pressure to answer well and act smartly made it difficult for Yigyeom to come up with a response. Yigyeom felt beads of sweat forming and took a small deep breath.
“Noona, is there anything difficult or uncomfortable for me? No, there isn’t. I’m comfortable and at ease with Yigyeom.”
Sensing the frozen Yigyeom’s tension, Kwon Taejung reached under the table to hold Yigyeom’s cold hand. As if saying it’s okay, Yigyeom tried to calm his heart that was beating wildly.
“That’s Taejung’s perspective. It might be challenging for Yigyeom. Isn’t that right, Yigyeom?”
“Well… At first, because he;s older than me, it was a bit difficult to figure out how to behave, and it was a bit scary… Uh… but now, it’s all fine because he’s been so kind to me.”
“It’s good that you’re feeling better. If Taejung doesn’t smile, he gives off a cold image, so many people find it hard to approach him.”
Sitting with a slightly tense posture, speaking carefully, Yigyeom looked cute, and Kwon Yoojung made a small sighing sound. Unless there was a major change, it seemed like the youngest in the house was about to change soon.
“Now, the meal is about to come out. If there’s anything you don’t like, please let us know. You can order something else.”
“Yes… Thank you.”
Yigyeom quietly observed Kwon Yoojung and Kwon Kijung, who exuded a completely relaxed adult demeanor, unlike him. Just as he felt when looking at Kwon Taejung, there was a distinctive atmosphere with Kwon Yoojung and Kwon Kijung that was unattainable, something that couldn’t be imitated no matter how much one tried.
Although very kind, gentle, and affectionate, there was still an indescribable sense of intimidation. It was a unique atmosphere that had been carried from birth, embodying elements such as composure and consideration ingrained since a very young age.
“Is Taejung bothering you a lot since he has a lot of free time these days?”
“Hyung, that’s such a hurtful question. I’m seriously dying just thinking about bothering him. Oh, it’s unfair.”
Instead of the tense Yigyeom, Kwon Taejung, who took the question and answered in return, gave a bit more strength to the hand he was holding, urging Yigyeom to ease up.
“…I’m not bothered, and I really appreciate it. Chief, has taken me to wonderful places, shown me many good things… It’s such a good thing for me. I’ve never, ever thought it was bothersome, not even once.”
“Thank you for seeing Taejung in a positive light.”
Rather than responding to the words of gratitude, Yigyeom bowed his head slightly, as if unsure how to react. He was too tense now, and even breathing properly seemed difficult. He had lost track of what he was saying and what he was hearing. Pull yourself together, focus… Yigyeom tightly held the trembling hand.
Yigyeom looked at the food placed in front of him. According to the waiter’s explanation, it was sea urchin roe and caviar, but honestly, it didn’t suit Yigyeom’s taste. Even though he had only tasted a little, the unfamiliar texture and the full scent of the sea made him reluctant to put it all in his mouth.
“The sea urchin roe is especially delicious today.”
“Yeah, nothing is off about it.”
“Not long ago, I was really craving this. I mentioned it on the day I had a meeting with Versailles’ CEO, and he personally brought sea urchin roe and cuttlefish to me in the evening. I enjoyed it with Mom and Dad while drinking wine. It was so nice.”
While listening to Kwon Yoojung talking and smiling, Yigyeom confirmed that the dishes in front of the three were empty and shifted his gaze to the plate in front of him.
“Yigyeom, if it doesn’t suit your taste, we can change the menu. Would you like to switch to something else?”
“Ah… No, it’s okay.”
Yigyeom quickly picked up the sea urchin roe with caviar on top and put it in his mouth. Although it was difficult to eat, as soon as it filled his mouth, a sense of aversion arose. Yet, Yigyeom forced himself to chew a few times and swallowed.
While everyone else was enjoying the meal, Yigyeom didn’t want to act like a fool and not follow the flow. For Kwon Taejung’s sake, he could handle putting it in his mouth and swallowing. He wanted to.
“Oh, Taejung, want to have some wine?”
“Well, I have to drive.”
“Just call a driver.”
“I don’t want Yigyeom to see me calling a driver.”
“…Unbelievable.”
Even though he clearly heard it, Yigyeom couldn’t believe what he was hearing as he stared blankly at Kwon Taejung. Kwon Yoojung and Kwon Kijung, who noticed his tension, laughed and shook their heads.
“Yigyeom, does Taejung often say things like that?”
“…Yes, quite often.”
Thinking about the frequent statements that made his heart race, Yigyeom nodded slightly in response. Leaning towards the nervous Yigyeom, Kwon Taejung gently stroked his cheek and met his eyes.
“It’s good that he sees it positively.”
Looking at Kwon Taejung, the uneasiness that had been shaking in Yigyeom’s heart gradually subsided. Yigyeom focused solely on Kwon Taejung, who was looking at him, and nodded slightly.
“Taejung is really going to get married.”
“Right?”
Responding seriously, Kwon Yoojung smiled as if finding Yigyeom’s reactions adorable. She seemed to understand why Kwon Taejung was so infatuated with Yigyeom.
“Well then, Taejung can drive, and would you like to have a glass of wine, Yigyeom? Is wine okay?”
“Ah… I’ve never had wine before.”
“Oh, if it’s your first time, it would be nice to try a delicious wine.”
Watching Kwon Yoojung casually call the waiter and mention the wine’s name, Yigyeom, who was staring blankly, took a deep breath as he felt a slight uneasiness in his stomach. It seemed like he forced down something that didn’t suit his taste a little earlier.
“…”
Yigyeom looked at Kwon Taejung, who held his hand under the table again. When their eyes met, Yigyeom smiled along, making an effort not to show any discomfort in the awkward situation.
Stumbling over words, unable to answer promptly, and making enough mistakes to seem foolish, Yigyeom felt he had already made plenty of errors. For the remaining time, he wanted to blend in well, trying not to disrupt the flow as much as possible while making an effort to consider the situation.
T/N:
yigyeom is going to meet taejung’s parents’ soon so stay tuned! from all the stories i have read until now, taejung’s family is the most understanding and loving. you are going to see, in the future chapters, how caring and protective they are of yigyeom. taejung, best boyfriend ever btw.
It’s great that he has a sweet family. Yeom deserves all the best, he’s just a cute cupcake
Thanks for capter
Well done on getting past 100 chapters… Amazing work
Thanks for your work
I will be waiting for new chapters
it’s me haha thank you so much for your support! i’m glad you love this novel and the other novel :)) please stay tuned for future updates as well!!
It is great he I’ll be a part of. Good and supporting and loving family. Thanks for the translation.