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Her

At the Airport

NovelToon
NovelToon
(At the Departure Area)
Attendant
Attendant
Next passenger, please.
(The man in front of me was anxious. He keeps looking at the back, seems like he’s looking or waiting for someone.)
Ryane
Ryane
Excuse me, Sir. (While tapping his broad shoulder.)
(The man looks at me hesitantly. His face isn’t fully recognizable because he wears mask and a cap.)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Yes.
Ryane
Ryane
You’re next. The flight attendant is calling you.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I’m sorry but can I ask for your help? For my baggage? I’m willing to pay.
Ryane
Ryane
(Shocked but without hesitation) Sure. How can I be of any help for you?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Oh, great! So, uhm, I’ll explain everything to you at the boarding area. Okay?
Attendant
Attendant
Sir, excuse me. Please come over to the counter for your check-in baggage. Thank you.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Okay. Uhm, Miss, please come with me at the counter. And please do the transaction for me, please.🥺
Ryane
Ryane
Okay.
Attendant
Attendant
IDs please.
Ryane
Ryane
Give me your ID.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Okay.
(Ryane took a glimpse on the Man’s ID – it was Park Hae-Jin!)
(Ryane with her thoughts. "Calm down! Calm down! You can’t expose him here! You’ll be doomed if that happens.")
Attendant
Attendant
Ma’am, the baggage was overweight.
Ryane
Ryane
Would you please carry over the remaining weight on my baggage allowance? I don’t have much any check-in baggage.
Attendant
Attendant
How are you related to Mr. Park?
Ryane
Ryane
Family friend. Do you need any verification, Ma’am?
Attendant
Attendant
I would like to request Mr. Park to remove his mask and cap for identification verification.
(Ryane immediately leaned on the counter and whispered something to the attendant in order not to get him exposed. Luckily, the attendant agreed.)
Ryane
Ryane
Okay. But can you make it quick? For his safety? He’s travelling for personal reason.
Attendant
Attendant
Yes, Ma’am. (Smiling)
(Ryane reached out Hae-Jin's arm and whispered this is for your face verification.)
Ryane
Ryane
Please come closer to the counter.
Attendant
Attendant
Sir, please lift your cap a little and remove the mask half way..
(Hae-Jin was silent in doing what he was told for the verification.)
Attendant
Attendant
Okay. Everything is done Ma’am, Sir. The baggage code for Mr. Park is this. And here are your boarding passes.
Ryane
Ryane
Oh, right before I forgot. Can you please put on a “Fragile" label on the bag? There’s something important in there.
Attendant
Attendant
Yes, Ma’am. Thank you for choosing our airline. Have a safe and fun flight.
Ryane
Ryane
Thank you very much, Ma’am.
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(At the corner in the Boarding Gate)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Thank you so much for your help.
Ryane
Ryane
Welcome. 😊 (What should I do? Should I leave?) Uhmm, it’s past time for dinner, do you need me to grab you some food, somewhere before I go?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Oh, please. Thank you. You're so considerate.
Ryane
Ryane
Do you have any preferences here? (She can hear her own heart beat.)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Let’s look for a place where we can talk peacefully and quietly.
Ryane
Ryane
Oh, it’s fine. You don’t have to do that. (Heart beat became faster! Ryane calm down, please😭)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I need to and I insist. Please?🥺
(I hesitated at first because imagine, if someone discovered him together with me. I’ll be doomed! But I can’t leave him like this. He needs help. Of course, on the other hand, it’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to help this famous idol!)
Ryane
Ryane
Okay. How about Seattle’s Best?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Okay.
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(Quietly eating their meal.)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Let me introduce myself properly, Park Hae-Jin.
Ryane
Ryane
Ryane Uy, please to meet you, Sir. (My God! I effortlessly touched the idol's delicate hands!)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Do you know me?
Ryane
Ryane
Yes. A glimpse of your life. I’ve got some knowledge from the internet. But I didn’t expect you to be alone here, at the airport. As far as I know, mostly of the artist/idols were accompanied by their bodyguards or managers or staff.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
☺ I have my reasons and you said it already.
Ryane
Ryane
Oh! Apologies with my reasoning. I didn’t pry on your privacy with my reason back then. I thought that it was the best excuse to tell her. I’m sorry, I did that. (My God, what did I do!?)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
(Smiling) Don’t be. I was surprised! The way you handle things. You didn’t even ask for my name. You just helped me out.
Ryane
Ryane
(Stray thoughts of Ryane: "What a handsome man in front of me😍.") I don’t have any reasons to say no. Today, I’m just a light traveler. So, my baggage allowance haven’t gone to waste.☺
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Oh right! I didn’t ask for your flight. Are we on the same flight?
Ryane
Ryane
Here is my boarding pass, for your reference, Sir.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Don’t call me “Sir”. Just call me Hae-Jin. Okay? So, we have 45 minutes before departure.
Ryane
Ryane
Uhmm.. Yes. (That’s too long! I think, I can’t handle it anymore! God, help me overcome this!😭) Uhm, isn’t it inappropriate? I’m actually talking to you casually here. You’re one of the most known idol. How can I call you casually?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I’m glad to meet you here. I really don’t know whom I can ask for help. You know, back then or sometimes, the attendants will be surprised if we do it ourselves. Often their reactions attracts the attention of the people around. Luckily you’re there.
Ryane
Ryane
Some attendants may be referred to that but not all, I assume.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Yes. But mostly of them. Few attendants were able to hold their excitement. Luckily the attendant we meet can hold it.
Ryane
Ryane
She’s very professional. (Thanks to me, I handled the attendant’s reaction. Those words were made out of nowhere. “Ma’am, please don’t make it so obvious or else I can’t go back if this will be exposed. His safety is the most priority of our travel. Please.” Saying those words pitifully to her, it works! 😅)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
And so were you.
Ryane
Ryane
Thank you. (Blushing)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Right. Can I ask for your help again? Can you accompany me up to the hotel?
Ryane
Ryane
(Is this for real!? If this continues, I might die). Okay. I’ll be glad to help you. You just need transportation going to your hotel.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Uhmm! Well, the scenario is that, I don’t have a booked accommodation yet.
NovelToon
Ryane
Ryane
(I want to cry but I should control myself. I’m about to go crazy. Baby, are you risking your life!?) Why? Wait, what?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I’m traveling alone. My phone can’t transact any bookings for the hotel.
Ryane
Ryane
Wait. Let me clarify things here. Your traveling alone without any reservations?
(Hae-Jin nodding happily.)
Ryane
Ryane
(Gosh! Stop doing that! I’m about to melt!). Okay. Uhmm, can I request something?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Yes! What is it?
Ryane
Ryane
Well you please stop being so adorable? If this continues I might burst out. I’m just holding back. (Teasing him truly🤪)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
😅🤣🤣 Wow! You’re a very straightforward lady.
Ryane
Ryane
😂😂 Yeah. (But thanks to me, right?)
(Both laughing)
Ryane
Ryane
How about Mendoza Hotel? Is it okay with you? I’ll book another room under my name, if you want to stay there. If not, I’ll look for another hotel with your preference.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Can I have a look in that hotel.
Ryane
Ryane
Sure. This is the place, here. It’s a 4 hours drive from the airport.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Wow! It looks tranquil.
Ryane
Ryane
Sort of. So, shall I process your check-in and check-out?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Yes, please.
Ryane
Ryane
Alright. Wait! How many days are you staying here, by the way?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Probably at least 3 days. So, we are staying in the same hotel?
Ryane
Ryane
Yes, I’ll be staying there too. (I’m dreaming, right? 3 days. He’s staying for 3 days.)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I’ll have to trouble you then. Let me add you on WhatsApp so that I can communicate with you.
Ryane
Ryane
Oh!? (Can I pinch myself!? Oh my God! I’m really having a great dream!)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Ryane, what’s your WhatsApp?
Ryane
Ryane
Oh, here.
(Calling all the passengers of flight 3249…. via Korean Air please proceed to boarding gate number 5.)
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Ryane
Ryane
Well, that’s our flight.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Shall we go now?
Ryane
Ryane
Let’s wait for a few minutes. Let the other passengers settle first. We’re on business class, so, probably the first passengers called were under classic economy.
(8 minutes later)
Ryane
Ryane
Let’s go.
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Ryane
Ryane
You should take a nap. I’ll be staying at the back.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Okay. Thanks.
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Mendoza Hotel

(Airport's Arrival Area)
Ryane
Ryane
I’ll pick-up your baggage. You may stand at the corner.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Okay. Thank you very much.
Ryane
Ryane
Let’s go. Luckily there are a few passengers in this flight.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Are we taking a cab?
Ryane
Ryane
Yes. (Lying)
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Ryane
Ryane
Come!
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I thought were taking a cab?
Ryane
Ryane
No. I’m just kidding earlier.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
(He smiles.) She’s really something.
Ryane
Ryane
You were saying?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Nothing.
(Approaching the private car.)
Ryane
Ryane
Good evening, Sir Dan.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Good evening.
Chauffeur Dan
Chauffeur Dan
Good evening Ma’am, Sir.
Ryane
Ryane
Let’s go.
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(At Mendoza Hotel, Drop-Off Area)
Ryane
Ryane
Sir Dan, please proceed to the parking area of the Hotel. I’ll finalize my booking first.
Chauffeur Dan
Chauffeur Dan
Allow me to do that Madame.
Ryane
Ryane
No, it’s fine. Please accommodate my friend here while waiting for my call. Okay?
Chauffeur Dan
Chauffeur Dan
Okay, Ma’am.
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(Meanwhile inside the car)
Chauffeur Dan
Chauffeur Dan
Sir, do you need anything?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Aah, nothing. By the way, Hai! My name is Hae-Jin. Actually, there's something I’d like to ask.
Chauffeur Dan
Chauffeur Dan
Please feel free, Sir.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I'd like to know a detail about my friend.
Chauffeur Dan
Chauffeur Dan
I hope I can give an answer to your question, Sir.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Hahaha. Just a casual one. How’s my friend with her work?
Chauffeur Dan
Chauffeur Dan
She’s exceptional as always, Sir.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Tell me about it. (I’m eager to know some information about her, though.)
Chauffeur Dan
Chauffeur Dan
Exceptional. She can do it flawlessly, professionally.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Every time we see each other, we refrain from talking something about work. I just wanted to know how she is with her work. (What a good acting skills!🤣🤣)
Chauffeur Dan
Chauffeur Dan
Don’t worry, Sir. (Confidently Smiling)
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Ryane
Ryane
Hai.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Hai.
Chauffeur Dan
Chauffeur Dan
Madame, you’re here.
Ryane
Ryane
Are you guys hungry?
Chauffeur Dan
Chauffeur Dan
I’ve taken my dinner, Ma’am.
Ryane
Ryane
How about you, Sir? (Teasing Hae-Jin)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Sir? I told you not to call me that. Thank you, but I’m still full.
Ryane
Ryane
Okay. We may now proceed upstairs. Sir Dan, please take a rest in your room before going back. Okay?
Chauffeur Dan
Chauffeur Dan
Yes, Madame. Allow me to ask your details for tomorrow?
Ryane
Ryane
I’ll let you know later. We should take a rest.
Chauffeur Dan
Chauffeur Dan
Ma’am...
Ryane
Ryane
Don’t worry. (Smiling cheerfully) Ooh, right. Please check the box. That’s for you. Have a good night, Sir Dan.
(On the other side while listening to their conversation, Hae-Jin was mesmerized by how this lady treats everyone.)
Ryane
Ryane
Let’s go?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Ah, yes.
Chauffeur Dan
Chauffeur Dan
Thank you, Ma’am.
(Ryane smiles at Dan lovingly.)
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(At their individual room)
(Hae-Jin's thought throughout the travel. "I could still remember Ryane's action towards everyone. Who is this girl!? How can she do that? I want to know more about her.")
(Interrupted by a phone call from Korea)
On the other line
On the other line
Where are you?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Vacation. 🤪🤪
On the other line
On the other line
Your bookings reflected on my email. You bought a ticket but not the accommodation! Where are you?? Are you okay? Have you eaten your meal?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Yes, bro. I’m fine and full.
On the other line
On the other line
Come back now! I'll be dead if they knew this!
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Relax. All I need is 3 days off.
On the other line
On the other line
Off? What do you mean? You better be back!
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I will. Just 3 days.
On the other line
On the other line
(Sigh) I'm worried. You didn't even tell me..
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Just trust me, okay?
On the other line
On the other line
Come back early, okay? Safe and Sound. Okay?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Okay.
(Call ended….)
(Back to his thoughts. "Shall I call her? She might be asleep. I’ll just send her SMS.")
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
✉ “Thank you so much for today. Good night.”
Ryane
Ryane
✉ “You’re Welcome.”
(She’s still awake! Wait! What am I doing??? Pull yourself together Hae-Jin!)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
✉ “Let’s have breakfast together.”
Ryane
Ryane
✉ “Sure.”
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
✉ “Before I forgot, how much do I owe you?”
Ryane
Ryane
✉ “You owe me nothing. It’s my pleasure guiding and helping you while you’re here.”
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
✉ “Thank you so much, Ryane. I shouldn’t be disturbing you now. Good night.”
Ryane
Ryane
✉ “Sleep well.”
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Ryane's stray thoughts. "This is really really really real!! I took a bath, I pinched myself, stare at my reservations."
(Interrupted by SMS)
Ryane
Ryane
This is fuc*ing real! (Laughing out loud!)
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(The next day)
Ryane's thoughts gone wild while thinking that she's going to have an exclusive breakfast with Park Hae-Jin!
Ryane
Ryane
Do I have to dress up properly?? I haven’t brought so much dresses with me right now! This is making me mad! Oh! Right! I do still have that dress!
Ryane
Ryane
Well, this should be good.
(Meanwhile)
(Hae-Jin in his room)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
This should be enough, right?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I wonder what is Ryane 's style.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I should dress properly.. This is my first formal meal with her. The first formal meal I will have with an opposite sex.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
At this moment, I'm not an idol. I'm just an ordinary guy.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
What am I thinking?
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(Phone ringing...)
Ryane
Ryane
📞 I’m going to pick you up after 5 minutes.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
📞 Okay.
(Call Ended...)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Waah! Why am I so nervous?
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Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Wow! Are we renting this restaurant? It's the only two of us here?
Ryane
Ryane
I don’t know your preferences, please do order your likes.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Okay. Let me pay for it.
Ryane
Ryane
(Smiles cheerfully) Its fully paid. Don’t worry.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Okay. By the way, where is Mr. Dan?
Ryane
Ryane
He got back early. He’s picking up my boss.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
So, uhmm, you’re working here?
Ryane
Ryane
Yes. And I might not be able to accompany you today.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
It’s fine. (Proudly Smiling)
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(What a lovely meal😍😍🤤🤤)
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Ryane
Ryane
I need to go now. Uhmm, If you need something just send me an SMS. Or if not, don’t hesitate to dial my number. Okay?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Hearing those words from you seems strict.
Ryane
Ryane
I’m sorry. Did I go overboard?? Please forgive me.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Its fine. (Smiling lovely)
(Hae-Jin's admiration for her seems getting bigger.)
Ryane
Ryane
Oh, right. Before I go, I prepared this for you. This is your itinerary. Don’t worry those places are private and safe. You can explore and do your activities there.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Wow! Thank you. (Really impressive. Though she looked like a bossy right now. Her thoughts are visible. She’s doing it for me and in order not to get bored. I must enjoy my vacation!)
Ryane
Ryane
Is everything okay?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Yes. I was wondering if the number of people around this places are.. Uhmm, you know…
Ryane
Ryane
Don’t worry. You can enjoy your vacation here.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Thank you.
Ryane
Ryane
I should get going. Bye. See you later.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Okay. See you.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
(Does she owns this resort?)
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(Meanwhile at the places based on Ryane's itinerary, Hae-Jin really enjoyed his time there. Though there are some people looking at him. They are very manageable.)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
This is all because of her. Thank you very much Ryane. Right, let me send her photos and SMS.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
✉ “Thank you. I really enjoyed today’s itinerary.”
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
NovelToon
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
NovelToon
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
NovelToon
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
NovelToon
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
✉ “Let’s have dinner together.”
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Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
No reply. She might be very busy. I shouldn't distract her.
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(An hour later)
Ryane
Ryane
✉ “I’d love to have dinner with you but as of now, I think I can’t make it. I’m still assisting my boss with his meetings. I’ll be back as soon as possible. Okay?”
Ryane
Ryane
✉ “Oh! Before I forgot, you may go to the restaurant. I’ve booked my reservation for you.”
Ryane
Ryane
✉ “See you later.”
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
✉ “Okay. Thank you.”
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Waah! She’s really hardworking.
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(Late night)
Ryane
Ryane
✉ "I’m really sorry. I didn’t make it for dinner. Are you asleep?"
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
✉ "I’m about to go to bed. How about you?"
Ryane
Ryane
✉ "I’ll be taking a shower and then go to bed. Shall I see you tomorrow? Breakfast?"
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
✉ "Sure. Take your time and have a good rest."
Ryane
Ryane
✉ "Thank you.. Good night."
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
(I should surprise Ryane tomorrow.)
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The Incident

(Calling....)
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Ryane
Ryane
📞 Hai. Good morning.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
📞 Morning.
Ryane
Ryane
📞 I’ll pick you up.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
📞 Well, uhmm, open the door.
(Unexplained feeling runs throughout her body upon seeing him in front of her.)
Ryane
Ryane
(Smiling cheerfully.) Wow! You’re here!
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Good morning. Let’s go. (Smiling)
NovelToon
(With her thought. "God! What a lovely smile and handsome man in front of me! Thank you so much for an early blessing!🤤🤤🤩😍😍")
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(While having their sumptuous meal...)
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Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Oh, right. I’m going back to Korea the day after tomorrow. How about you?
Ryane
Ryane
(Smiling) So am I. I hope I can see you when we got back to Korea.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I know right. (Smiling but deep inside, there's an unexplainable pain about going back.)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
You have a busy day ahead?
Ryane
Ryane
I’ll be available tonight.. You want me to accompany you?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I think the hotel will be having an activity tonight.
Ryane
Ryane
What makes you say that?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Look over there!
Ryane
Ryane
Wow! We can watch it!
(Hae-Jin is staring at Ryane's reaction. "She's so happy with those simple things. She really is something. 😊")
NovelToon
(With his thought. "I really wanted to kiss her.")
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(Interrupted by a phone call...)
Ryane
Ryane
I’m sorry, let me take this call.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Okay. Take your time.
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Moment later....
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Ryane
Ryane
I'm sorry, I have to go. See you tonight?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Wait!!
Ryane
Ryane
Why?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Uhm, take care!
Ryane
Ryane
Thank you.
(Hae-Jin watched Ryane leave at the restaurant...)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I don't want her to go. 🥺
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
What should I do today? Ryane didn’t gave me an itinerary. 🥺
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Should I stay somewhere refreshing?
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(While seating at the corner seat in the lobby. Hae-Jin noticed three middle-aged gentlemens' seating across his.)
CEO
CEO
Tony, you better take care of your health.
Boss Tony
Boss Tony
Yes, President.
Man 3
Man 3
We sealed another long-term partnership. Thank you for your hardwork.
Boss Tony
Boss Tony
All thanks to Ryane's exceptional job, Director, President. (Proud Boss)
CEO
CEO
Where is she by the way?
Boss Tony
Boss Tony
She’s at the counter, President. She's processing our check-outs.
Man 3
Man 3
Don’t be to hard on her. She needs a man.
CEO
CEO
(Smiling) She’s so hardworking. Remind her not to forget about herself.
Boss Tony
Boss Tony
Don’t worry, President, Director, I will definitely take care of her.
Boss Tony
Boss Tony
She's coming.
The two gentlemens simply nod.
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Ryane
Ryane
Good afternoon, President, Director, Boss. (Smiling cheerfully). These are your boarding passes. And also the car is ready. Allow me to escort you outside.
CEO
CEO
No need Ryane. You should take a rest. You didn’t sleep well last night.
Ryane
Ryane
Its okay, President. I have to take care of my bosses. (Still smiling)
Man 3
Man 3
What a cheerful child. Oh! Right. Ryane, Tony told us that you’ll be staying here for another day?
Ryane
Ryane
Yes, Director. I will drop by at the satellite office before I go back to Korea.
Man 3
Man 3
Do visit the office for us. Okay? Bring something for them.
Ryane
Ryane
Yes, Sir.
Boss Tony
Boss Tony
We’ll be leaving first. You take care of yourself here.
Ryane
Ryane
Thank you, Boss.
Boss Tony
Boss Tony
Oh! Another thing before I forgot. Because of your hard work, check your account. It is from Director and President. You’ll received my present when you go back to Korea. Okay?
Ryane
Ryane
Thank you so much, Boss. See you, then.
Boss Tony
Boss Tony
We’ll leave now.
Ryane
Ryane
Good bye President, Director, Boss.
Ryane
Ryane
(Everything's done! I could finally take some rest.)
Ryane
Ryane
Oh! I need to call someone!
(Hae-Jin was watching Ryane not far from the lobby.)
(Admiration rushed through his spine. 😁 "She's amazing! She's not boastful either. Should I call her? But she's still on the phone. I'll shall wait then.")
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Ryane
Ryane
📞 Sir Dan, good day! How are you?
Chauffeur Dan
Chauffeur Dan
📞 Good day Ma’am. I’m fine. Shall I pick you up?
Ryane
Ryane
📞 Now? No. No. Don’t pick me up yet. Just pick us up tomorrow afternoon after check-out, okay?
Ryane
Ryane
📞 I’ll transfer some money, please buy some food for you and for your family. Okay?
Chauffeur Dan
Chauffeur Dan
📞 No need for that, Ma’am.
Ryane
Ryane
📞 I insist. See you tomorrow, then.
Chauffeur Dan
Chauffeur Dan
📞 Yes, Ma’am and thank you.
Ryane
Ryane
📞 You're always welcome. Good bye.
CEO
CEO
Bye, Ma'am.
(Call ended....)
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(Hae-Jin happily calling Ryane while waving🥰🥰.)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Ryane!
Ryane
Ryane
You're here!
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Yeah. I also heard your conversation.
Ryane
Ryane
Your eavesdropping our conversation?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
No. But I'm just across. So. Yeah. 🤣🤣🤣
(Ryane's thought: "God! What a stress reliever!"🤤🤤 I want to bite you. Rawr!)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
What happened last night?
Ryane
Ryane
(Confused) Last night?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I didn’t mean to eavesdrop their conversation.
Ryane
Ryane
Silly boy.
Ryane
Ryane
(Smiling) My Boss had a gastroenteritis attack. I just brought him medicine and delivered water for President and Director.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Oh! Okay! So, what’s our itinerary for this afternoon?
Ryane
Ryane
Let’s have something to eat. I’m starving.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I’ll accompany you, my lady.
Ryane
Ryane
(My lady!? 🥰🥰)
Ryane
Ryane
You had lunch?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Yes.😅
Ryane
Ryane
Come with me.
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(Going to the Restaurant...)
Ryane
Ryane
Are you sure you're not hungry?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Yup.
Ryane
Ryane
Please, have some. It’s so uncomfortable if your going to look at me while I finish my food.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Dont mind me. (Smiling)
(Ryane stares at him like he's about to be eaten by a lion!)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Okay. Okay. I’ll order something. Just don't stare at me like that.
Ryane
Ryane
Good.
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Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Let’s have some rest this afternoon for tonight's event and you need to rest, too.
Ryane
Ryane
Yes. I really need to take a nap.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Let’s go.
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(Moment later)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I’m gonna pick you up later.
Ryane
Ryane
What time?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
6:00 or 7:00 PM? Let’s have our dinner at the restaurant near the beach.
Ryane
Ryane
7:00 PM. Okay! At the beach. See you later.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
See you. Have some good rest.
Ryane
Ryane
I will. You too!
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(Dinner at the Beach)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Wow! (You looked so gorgeous!) So many people down here!
Ryane
Ryane
Are you uncomfortable?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Slight. Let’s have that table away from the crowd.
Ryane
Ryane
Some of them may recognize you. They might made up some stories with you here. Shall I take another table?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
No. It’s fine. We will not mind them either.🤣🤣🤣
Ryane
Ryane
You’re rude!🤣
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I’m not.
(Both giggles....)
(The waitress is approaching....)
Waitress
Waitress
Pleasant evening lovely couple! May I take your order?
("Couple?" Ryane's thought.)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I’ll have Paella and this, Rendang… How about you, Ryane?
Ryane
Ryane
Wow! You have a great appetite! I’ll take the usual, Miss.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Okay, Ma’am. Will that be all?
Ryane
Ryane
Oh! Please serve us the drink for the night, please.
Waitress
Waitress
Okay, Ma'am.
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Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
The usual? Your a regular guest here?
Ryane
Ryane
You could say that.😁
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I’m really curious about you. Plus the incident we had at the airport.
Ryane
Ryane
Curious about what?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
You’re willing to help me. And up to now, I don’t have any idea about you.😁
Ryane
Ryane
😅 Shall I properly introduce myself?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I’ll be glad to meet you dearly!
(Both giggles...)
Ryane
Ryane
Well, I lived in Seoul. I work as a corporate secretary. My Boss is Tony. I’ve been with the corporation for about 6 years, and still counting. Plus info, 1993. Year of the Rooster.
Ryane
Ryane
How about you?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Do I have to introduce myself to you?
Ryane
Ryane
Yes, please. Especially those information that can’t be found at the internet.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Well.
(Ryane noticed that he looks uncomfortable.)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I don’t know what to tell you though. (Smiling awkwardly)
Ryane
Ryane
Don’t worry. If it makes you uncomfortable, don’t say it. I won’t ask either.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
("Damn! Did she saw it on my face!? She's really observant!")
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
You’re the first person whom I encountered that treated me as an ordinary person. Well, I never asked to be treated like an idol either.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
You didn’t even ask anything from me. Not even a photo together and posted it on social media.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
When I needed help back then, you didn’t hesitate to help me out. I’m very glad I meet you.
Ryane
Ryane
Are you okay? Why are you being so sentimental?
Ryane
Ryane
("I can see it through his face how sentimental he is right now! I want to hug you, pretty boy! But, I can't.")
Ryane
Ryane
You see, “Prevention is better than cure". Same as being an idol takes a lot of precautions and responsibilities. In this world, may it be your personal or your social life, everyone in this world has its own opinion, reactions and judgement. It’s the natural flow of nature.
Ryane
Ryane
As to why I helped you, I don’t want you to feel like I’m accommodating you because of your status, but because I know the feeling of being left or abandoned when somebody or someone needs help.
(At that moment, Hae-Jin recalls what Mr. Dan told him about her past. "I can strongly feel my heart beat. Of all the people I’ve encountered, no one told me that. No one even valued my comforte zone. My own happiness and enjoyment. Ryane Uy, you are the first one who shows me that.”)
(Both were staring at each other, without saying a word)
Waitress
Waitress
Thank you for patiently waiting, here’s your order.
Ryane
Ryane
Thank you.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Thanks.
Waitress
Waitress
Allow me to introduce our drink for tonight. Lucky Roots Cocktail.
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Waitress
Waitress
Tonight, we have acoustic band. You may join or watch the crowd from here.
Ryane
Ryane
Thank you.
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Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Wow! It’s getting livelier!
Ryane
Ryane
Do you want to dance? (Teasing him)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Sure! Let’s dance here.
(From the Author: You can imagine them dancing 😈😈😁😁🤪🤪)
Ryane
Ryane
Wah! Seriously? Stop! You looked awful.
(Attracted to Hae-Jin's dance steps. "How can this handsome man dance like this?? He’s so cute though.😍😍😍")
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Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Shall we take a walk on the beach?
Ryane
Ryane
We could do that. You're so full of energy tongiht!
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Of course! I have the best partner accompanying me tonight!
(He is still in the groove!)
(Hae-Jin's mind: "I never thought I’ll be able to this here, freely. When I go back, I don’t think I can do it with her.")
Ryane
Ryane
What are you thinking? You seemed happy and troubled?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
I was thinking, when we go back to Korea. We can’t do the things like this anymore.
Ryane
Ryane
“Hakuna Matata”. Do you know what that means?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Hakuna Matata?
Ryane
Ryane
It means "No Worries. We can do it if we want to. We can’t do it if we don’t want to.😉
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Right.
While walking...
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(Not from afar, there’s a group of young people playing frisbee. The disc landed e few distance from Hae-Jin and Ryane's.)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Do you want to try?
Ryane
Ryane
I don’t think I can do that.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
(Shouted to the group) Can we join you?
(The group shouted back. "Come and join us!")
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Nathalie Kim
Nathalie Kim
Catch and touch it down!
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Yeah!
Nathalie Kim
Nathalie Kim
The disc! Catch it!
(When Hae-Jin was about to catch the disc, the other boy suddenly pulled him down to grab the disc from him. He falls towards Ryane who’s waiting for her chance to grab the disc.) (Imagine.... Hae-Jin on was on top of her!!!) 😈😈😈😈
(She Panicked!)
Ryane
Ryane
(In her mind. “Too damn close!”)
Nathalie Kim
Nathalie Kim
Come on, lovebirds! Next game!
Ryane
Ryane
I think we're going to pass.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Yeah! Thank you so much. we had so much fun.
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Bye.
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(To avoid the awkwardness, Hae-Jin initiated the conversation.)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
That was fun! (Still smiling)
Ryane
Ryane
Yeah. It was. Shall we head back? Its almost dawn.
(She wanted to be alone. She don’t know what to do after that incident.)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Okay. We should. We’re going to leave tomorrow afternoon.
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(Moment later, in front of Ryane's room...)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Shall I pick you up tomorrow?
Ryane
Ryane
Can we meet around 9:00 AM?
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
Sure. Have a good night.
Ryane
Ryane
Good night.
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Ryane inside her room...
Ryane
Ryane
My God! That scene! That was so close! His scent. So manly😍😍. Its hard. 🤤🤤
Ryane
Ryane
Wait! Am I fantasizing him!?? No! No! No! Ryane Uy! Control yourself!
Ryane
Ryane
He is so precious, I have no right to have him..😔 This is the reality. This is your reminder Miss Ryane Uy, pull yourself together!
Ryane
Ryane
But I do wish that it lasted a bit longer.😔😭
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Meanwhile at Hae-Jin's room...
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
(What was that!? She looked so shocked. Did she panicked? It seems that, its her first time of being too close with a man. Her face.... Damn! I wish that scene lasted longer!)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
(Yeah, now I remembered. One of her bosses mentioned she should have a man! Sh*t! Is she really single!??)
Hae-Jin
Hae-Jin
(I’m quiet annoyed by the fact that, that scene didn’t last long. Her sweet scent. The smell of her breath. Damn! I’m going to take a bath!)
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