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My name is Min Jin, I am a 22-year-old Omega, and I am a helper chef. My dad recently passed away due to a medical condition. I live with my mom, younger sister Jisoo, uncle and aunt. With the sudden passing of my dad, the responsibility of the household has fallen on me. Due to my mom's poor health, I work at The Hotel CROWN during the day and at my aunt's restaurant in the evening so that I can properly take care of the household responsibilities.

My father didn't want my younger sister to leave her studies to work, so I have to take care of her education expenses as well. My uncle Min takes money meant for household expenses and loses it in gambling, which has left me burdened with debt. My mother doesn't say anything to him.

I want to improve the situation at home, get my mother treated as soon as possible so she can recover, and enroll my younger sister in a good university.

But it seems very difficult. I'm scared, Dad... Will I be able to fulfill my responsibilities well? Just like I lost you, I'm afraid I might lose Mom too...

"Jin hyung... Come downstairs quickly, Mom is having severe stomach pain..." (Jisoo calls out to Jin in a panicked voice)

Jin's heart skipped a beat as he heard Jisoo's trembling voice. Without a second thought, he dashed down the stairs, his mind racing with worry. The sight that greeted him in the living room only heightened his anxiety. His mother was curled up on the couch, clutching her stomach in pain, her face pale and twisted with discomfort.

"Mom!" Jin rushed to her side, gently placing a hand on her shoulder. "Where does it hurt? How long has this been going on?"

Jisoo, standing nervously by the doorway, could barely hold back her tears. "It just started a few minutes ago, hyung... but it looks really bad."

Jin's mind was already working through the possibilities. He had seen his mother suffer from minor health issues before, but nothing like this. He needed to get her to the hospital, and quickly.

"We need to get her to the hospital," Jin said, his voice steady despite the turmoil inside him.

"Where is Uncle?"

Jisso wiped her tears with the back of her hand, taking a shaky breath before responding to Jin's question.

"Uncle... Uncle is at home, I think," she stammered, trying to recall if she had seen him before the chaos started. "He was in his room when Mom's pain began. I was so scared, I didn't even think to check on him before calling you."

Jin's expression tightened. The thought of their uncle, who often disappeared when the family needed him most, stirred up a mix of frustration and worry. He needed to know what their uncle was up to, especially now when they could barely afford any more problems.

"Sit here with Mom" Jin instructed, his tone firmer than usual. "I'll go check on him. If anything happens, call me immediately."

Jin goes into the room and finds that his uncle is not there. Jin comes out in anger and decides to handle everything himself.

Jin called the ambulance and prepared to take his mother to the hospital. Around 1 AM, the ambulance arrived, and Jin and Jisso carefully helped their mother into it. The ride was tense but uneventful, and once at the hospital, the emergency staff took over. Jin and Jisso waited anxiously in the waiting area, holding on to hope as they faced the uncertain hours ahead.

Jin and Jisoo sat in the hospital waiting area, Jisoo, her head resting in her hands, occasionally glanced at Jin with tearful eyes. The silence between them was heavy, broken only by the occasional shuffle of footsteps or the distant murmur of hospital staff.

Finally, after what seemed like an eternity, a doctor approached them. Jin stood immediately, his heart pounding.

"Your mother is stable now," the doctor said, her tone professional but reassuring. "She's resting and we're monitoring her closely. We've started treatment, and she should improve with rest."

Relief washed over Jin and Jisso, though exhaustion remained etched on their faces. "Can we see her?" Jin asked.

"No, let her rest for now. One of you can stay here."

Jin and Jisoo look at each other and then at the clock, which shows 6 AM. Jisoo takes Jin's hand and says,

"Jin hyung, you should go. I'll stay with Mom. You need to go to work; otherwise, how will we cover the hospital expenses?"

With a heavy heart, Jin nods slightly, embraces Jisoo, and reluctantly heads for the door.

He leaves the hospital and makes his way home, the weight of his responsibilities heavy on his shoulders.

Jin arrives home to find his uncle lying on the sofa in a drunken state. Frustrated and disheartened, Jin avoids confronting him and heads straight to his room. He quickly gets ready and then takes the bus to KIM'S HOTEL CROWN.

As Jin got off the bus and walked through the staff gate into the hotel, he glanced at the KIM'S HOTEL CROWN with hopeful eyes and said,

"Only you give me hope to keep going in this city. Please continue to support me like this always."

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Jin entered the luxurious lobby of CROWN, his footsteps echoing softly on the marble floor. The grandeur of the place, with its elegant decor and bustling activity, provided a brief distraction from the weight of his worries.

Jin quickly made his way inside, changing into his uniform with practiced speed. He then headed to the kitchen, where, at this early hour, no one else had arrived yet.

Jin finished his preparations in the kitchen and received a breakfast order from a VVIP GOLDEN Room. Seeing that the head chef hadn't arrived yet, he decided to handle the cooking himself. Despite the early hour and his fatigue, Jin quickly and efficiently prepared the meal, focusing on delivering quality service.

After preparing the breakfast, Jin instructed the staff, "Please deliver this to the guest in the VVIP GOLDEN Room."

Shortly after the delivery, the head chef and the rest of the staff arrived. They all began working together. After a while, a call came from the head office, summoning all the chefs to the Director's office.

Suddenly, all the chefs were summoned to the Director's office. The head chef, visibly anxious, began to scold the junior chefs angrily, his frustration evident.

"Did someone make a mistake?" he demanded. "Step forward and admit your fault quietly, or it will be very bad for all of you."

The junior chefs exchanged worried glances, Jin, visibly anxious, bowed his head and stepped forward.

"Head chef, The breakfast order from the VVIP GOLDEN Room..."

The head chef's eyes narrowed as he listened to Jin. The tension in the room was palpable, each chef bracing for the director's reaction.

"What happened with the order?" the head chef demanded, his tone still sharp.

Jin took a deep breath before responding. "I handled the preparation and delivery myself because you weren't here yet. I wanted to ensure it was done on time."

Hearing this, the head chef's anger intensified.

"Have you lost your mind? What was the need for you to take the order from the VVIP Golden Room? You should have said that the chef was unavailable."

"Jin, you've made a huge mistake. Now you're out of a job."

The head chef stood in the Director's office, lined up with all the junior staff. Jin stood at the very end of the line, his heart pounding with anxiety. He couldn't shake the fear that he might lose his job. Thoughts of his mother in the hospital, the mounting household expenses, and the overwhelming debt weighed heavily on his mind. Each passing second felt like an eternity as Jin's worry deepened, knowing how much was at stake if things went wrong.

Just then, KIM'S GROUP's Chairwoman, Mrs. Kim, entered the room, followed closely by Head Director Kim Namjoon and Director Kim Jungkook. The atmosphere grew even more tense as the three powerful figures walked in, their presence commanding immediate respect and attention.

Chairwoman, Mrs. Kim Seo

Head Director, Kim Namjoon

Director, Kim Jungkook

Everyone bowed their heads in respect as Mrs. Kim, Namjoon, and Jungkook entered the room. Jin, who had only been working there for three months, had never seen anyone beyond the head chef and manager. Today, for the first time, he was face-to-face with the Chairwoman and Directors of KIM'S GROUP. His nerves were at an all-time high.

Just then, Head Director Namjoon spoke to the head chef. "This morning, whoever served breakfast to the guest in the VVIP Golden Room-we need to speak with them. The rest of you may leave."

Jin's heart skipped a beat as he realized he was the one they were looking for. The room began to clear, leaving him alone with the powerful figures. His anxiety reached a peak, but he knew there was no turning back now.

He was now alone, standing before the Chairwoman Mrs. Kim, Head Director Namjoon, and Director Jungkook. The weight of their gazes made the room feel even more oppressive.

Head Director Namjoon took a step forward, his expression serious but not unkind. "You're the one who served breakfast to the VVIP Golden Room guest this morning?" he asked.

Jin swallowed hard and nodded. "Yes, sir. I prepared and served the breakfast."

Namjoon exchanged a brief glance with Mrs. Kim and Jungkook before turning back to Jin.

Namjoon's tone turned more serious as he continued, "You know what your job is, don't you? Yet you stepped away from your responsibilities to take on someone else's work. The guest you served this morning wasn't just any ordinary guest-he was the Prince of Saudi Arabia. And now, he wants to meet you."

Jin's heart skipped a beat. The realization that he had unknowingly served a prince left him stunned. He had only intended to ensure the order was completed on time, but now he found himself caught in an unexpected situation.

At that moment, Director Jungkook stood up and walked over to Jin. He looked Jin straight in the eyes, his gaze intense and unyielding.

"If, because of you, this hotel's reputation is damaged," Jungkook said coldly, "remember that what will happen to you will be worse than anything you could ever imagine."

Jin felt a chill run down his spine as Jungkook's words sank in. The gravity of the situation hit him hard, and he realized just how high the stakes were.

Mrs. Kim turned to Jungkook, her voice firm but composed.

"Jungkook, you will go with him to the Saudi prince's room and handle this matter properly," she instructed.

Jungkook nodded, though his expression remained stern. The tension between them was palpable as they prepared to face whatever awaited in the prince's room.

Jungkook gave a slight nod in response to Mrs. Kim's order, then turned to Jin. "Let's go," he said curtly, his voice leaving no room for hesitation.

Jin followed Jungkook out of the office, his heart pounding in his chest. As they walked through the grand corridors of the hotel, Jin's mind raced with thoughts of what was to come. He could hardly believe he was about to meet a Saudi prince, let alone after the intense warning Jungkook had just given him.

When they reached the prince's suite, Jungkook paused briefly before knocking on the door, glancing at Jin to ensure he was ready. Jin swallowed hard, steeling himself for whatever awaited behind that door.

Jungkook stepped forward with a polite bow, his voice calm yet authoritative. "Your Highness, I am Kim Jungkook, Director of KIM'S GROUP. This is Min Jin, the chef who prepared your breakfast this morning. We are here to ensure that your stay remains exceptional."

The Saudi prince studied them for a moment, his gaze shifting from Jungkook to Jin. There was a brief silence, during which Jin could feel his heartbeat echoing in his ears.

Finally, the prince spoke, his tone surprisingly warm. "So, you are the one who made the breakfast?" he asked, directing his attention to Jin.

Jin, startled by the prince's directness, quickly bowed. "Yes, Your Highness," he replied, trying to keep his voice steady. "I hope everything was to your satisfaction."

The prince smiled, a gesture that immediately eased some of the tension in the room. "It was more than satisfactory," he said. "In fact, it was one of the best meals I've had in a long time. I asked to meet you because I wanted to thank you personally."

Jin's eyes widened in surprise, and he felt a rush of relief wash over him. He had been prepared for the worst, but now, standing before the prince who seemed genuinely pleased, his fears began to dissipate.

Jungkook, maintaining his professional demeanor, responded, "We are honored that you enjoyed your experience. If there is anything else you need, please do not hesitate to ask."

The prince nodded appreciatively. "Thank you, Director Jungkook. And thank you, Jin. Your dedication is admirable. I hope this hotel continues to provide such excellent service."

With that, the meeting concluded on a much more positive note than Jin had expected. As they exited the room, Jin felt an immense sense of relief and pride, knowing that he had not only avoided disaster but had also made a significant positive impact on such an important guest.

As Jin and Jungkook were leaving the prince's room, the prince called out to Jungkook, "Director Jungkook, I'll be checking out of the hotel tonight. Before I leave, could Jin prepare dinner for me?"

Jungkook immediately agreed, recognizing the importance of the prince's request. However, Jin's heart sank. His shift normally ended at 6 p.m., and today he needed to leave early to visit the hospital and stay with his mother. Jisoo, who had been taking care of their mother all day, was exhausted and needed to rest at home.

The conflict weighed heavily on Jin's mind. He was torn between his duty at the hotel and his responsibility to his family.

As Jin started to leave, Jungkook stopped him. "Jin, come to my office," he said. Jin followed, anxious about the discussion that awaited.

Once they were in the office, Jin stood with his head bowed, feeling the weight of Jungkook's intense gaze. Jungkook walked over to him and said,

"You've made our job easier. We need employees like you who can please VVIP guests like this."

Jin's face lit up with joy, and he bowed deeply. "Thank you so much, Director. I will work with all my effort."

With a grateful smile, Jin left the office.

After Jin left, Director Jungkook pulled up Jin's information on his laptop and made a call.

"I need to know everything about Min Jin-his home, his family, all details. Get the information and email it to me within an hour."

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After Jin finished preparing the dinner for the prince, Director Jungkook entered the kitchen to check on the progress. As soon as he walked in, he noticed how intently Jin was focused on his work, every movement precise and graceful. But then, something unexpected caught Jungkook's attention-Jin's ethereal beauty.

Jungkook found himself momentarily mesmerized, his gaze lingering on Jin longer than he intended. He couldn't look away, captivated by the quiet elegance Jin exuded, something he hadn't fully noticed before.

Just then, the Head Chef, noticing Director Jungkook, bowed slightly and informed him, "Prince's dinner is ready."

Jungkook gave a small nod in acknowledgment before turning his attention back to Jin. He walked over, his steps deliberate, and as he got closer, his gaze remained fixed on Jin. In a low, intense voice, he instructed, "You will take this dinner to the prince's room yourself."

Jin, taken aback by Jungkook's directness and the proximity, nodded quickly, understanding the gravity of the task.

Jin carefully prepared the prince's dinner, aware of Jungkook's intense gaze on him. After receiving the order to deliver the meal himself, Jin composed himself and headed to the prince's room, knowing how important this task was for both his job and the impression he would leave.

Jin and Jungkook arrived at the prince's room, steadying his breath before knocking gently on the door. A moment later, the door opened, and he was ushered inside. The prince, seated elegantly, looked up as Jin approached with the dinner.

Jin carefully set the tray down and stepped back, bowing respectfully. The prince studied him for a moment, his gaze thoughtful, before nodding in approval. "Thank you," the prince said, his voice calm and composed.

Jin's heart raced, but he managed to keep his expression neutral as he responded politely, "It's my honor, Your Highness."

After serving the prince, Jin returned to Jungkook and stood silently beside him. For a moment, they locked eyes, a quiet tension hanging in the air. Jungkook's gaze was intense, searching for something in Jin's expression, but Jin quickly averted his eyes, glancing at the clock.

After the prince finished his dinner, he expressed his gratitude to Jin and, with a warm smile, handed him an envelope filled with money. Jin hesitated, unsure if he should accept it. Sensing his reluctance, Jungkook placed a hand on Jin's waist, gently signaling him to take the envelope.

Jin glanced at Jungkook, then bowed his head and accepted the envelope with a quiet "Thank you, Your Highness." Afterward, Jin bowed once more in gratitude, collected the dishes, and respectfully left the room.

Jin quickly changed out of his uniform and hurried out of the hotel. Standing by the roadside, he anxiously waited for a taxi. Just then, a sleek car pulled up in front of him, blocking his view. To his surprise, it was Director Jungkook, who had stopped directly in front of him.

Jungkook, still seated in his car, rolled down the window and gestured for Jin to get in. "I'll drop you home," he said, his tone leaving little room for argument. Jin hesitated for a moment, glancing around as if looking for another option, but ultimately nodded and got into the car.

"Thank you very much, Mr. Kim," Jin said quietly as he settled into the passenger seat.

As soon as Jin settled into the car, he felt a wave of relief wash over him. The comfort of the seat and the quiet atmosphere were a stark contrast to his exhausting day. He had been awake since the previous night, and the fatigue was beginning to catch up with him.

While driving, Jungkook glanced at Jin and asked, "Where should I drop you off?"

Jin, despite his weariness, replied, "Please drop me at the hospital. I need to take care of my mom tonight."

"Actually, my mom has been admitted to the hospital since last night," Jin explained, his voice tired but steady.

"So, I'll be staying at the hospital tonight. My younger sister has been here since yesterday, and she really needs to rest."

The car ride was quiet, with only the hum of the engine filling the silence. Jin's eyelids grew heavier with each passing minute, but he forced himself to stay awake.

"Alright then," Jungkook replied. Just then, his phone rang. Seeing the caller ID, he smiled and glanced at Jin, his mood noticeably lighter.

Due to exhaustion, Jin unintentionally fell asleep in the car. He didn't even realize it until he felt a gentle shake from Jungkook, who was trying to wake him.

"Jin, wake up," Jungkook said softly, his hand lightly on Jin's shoulder.

Jin startled awake, quickly sitting up as his heart raced. "I'm so sorry, Mr. Kim! I didn't mean to fall asleep!" he apologized, his voice full of anxiety.

Jungkook gave a small nod, his tone reassuring. "It's alright, no problem. Now go."

Jin quickly got out of the car, bowing respectfully. "Thank you, Mr. Kim," he said before hurrying off toward the hospital. Jungkook watched him leave, his gaze lingering on Jin as he disappeared into the building.

After Jin left, Jungkook sat back in his car and pulled out his phone. Looking at Jin's information, he muttered to himself, "You're quite interesting... caught my eye at first glance."

He then dialed the number from the earlier call, and as soon as it connected, he said, "I'm on my way home. Just left the hotel."

During the two-day weekend, Jin focused on taking care of his mother, ensuring she was well and eventually brought her home from the hospital. In the evening, he went to his aunt's restaurant nearby to work. As he was returning home that night, his phone rang. It was Jungkook calling.

Jin answered the call, "Hello, who is this?"

A deep voice on the other end responded, "This is Director Kim Jungkook from Kim's Group."

"Where are you right now?" Jungkook asked.

"I'm... I'm out right now," Jin replied.

"Alright, stay where you are. I'll come to meet you there," Jungkook said.

Hearing this, Jin was taken aback. "It's quite late. Why do you want to meet with me now, Mr. Kim?"

Jungkook observed from a short distance as Jin, unaware of his presence, hesitated. Jin, standing where he was, said, "I don't think it's a good time to meet right now. I'm quite tired and need to get home."

Jungkook drove his car closer to Jin and stopped, getting out and approaching him. Standing behind Jin, he asked with a firm tone, "Are you refusing to meet with Director Kim Jungkook from Kim's Group?"

Jin turned around, startled to see Jungkook so close. His surprise quickly gave way to concern. "No, of course not, Mr. Kim. I didn't mean to refuse. I'm just really tired."

Jungkook's expression softened slightly. "I understand, but this is important. Let's talk for a few minutes. It won't take long."

Jin nodded, still a bit hesitant, but agreed to follow Jungkook to his car.

In the car, Jungkook drove to a quiet spot and parked. He got out and motioned for Jin to join him outside.

"Come on, let's talk here," Jungkook said, waiting for Jin to step out of the car.

Jin glanced around uncertainly but eventually approached Jungkook. Jungkook led him to a nearby bench and sat down.

"Please, have a seat," Jungkook invited, patting the space next Jungkook.

Jin sat down next to Jungkook

"Jin, the dinner you prepared delighted the Saudi prince. Before leaving, he praised Hotel Crown to the media, which has significantly boosted KIM'S Group's shares."

He paused, then looked Jin directly in the eyes. "The Chairwoman and the Head Director want you to represent our hotel with me in Switzerland. Your work has created a buzz everywhere, and everyone is asking who the chef is that impressed the Saudi prince."

Jin's eyes widened with surprise and excitement. "Switzerland? Represent the hotel there? I... I don't know what to say."

Jungkook gave a reassuring smile. "It's a great opportunity for you. The trip will not only be a chance to showcase your skills on an international stage but also to further your career. This could be a significant step forward."

Jin took a deep breath, trying to process the news. "This sounds incredible, but I need to consider everything-my family, my responsibilities."

Jungkook nodded understandingly. "Take your time to think it over. If you decide to accept, we'll make the arrangements to support you and ensure everything is handled smoothly."

Jin looked into Jungkook's eyes with a soft smile and said, "Thank you so much, Mr. Kim, for giving me this opportunity and for thinking so highly of me."

Jungkook took Jin's hand and said, "It's no problem. For a dedicated employee like you, it's the least I can do."

Jungkook's touch made Jin feel a warmth he'd never felt before. For the first time, Jin sensed someone genuinely cared about him and his future, bringing him a deep sense of appreciation and hope.

A little while later, both were in the car. Jungkook asked Jin to sit beside him in the front seat. Jin smiled faintly and moved to sit next to him. Jungkook instructed Jin to fasten his seatbelt, but Jin wasn't sure how to do it. Jungkook leaned closer, gently taking Jin's hand to fasten the seatbelt for him. Being so close to Jungkook, Jin felt a surge of emotions and nervousness, overwhelmed by the intimate proximity and touch.

After a while, Jungkook dropped Jin off at his home. As Jin got out of the car and went inside his house, Jungkook drove away, leaving Jin to reflect on the events of the evening.

Jin quietly entered his mother's room, his heart racing with the excitement and uncertainty of the opportunity that had just been presented to him. Sitting by her bedside, he took a deep breath before speaking.

"Eomma," Jin began softly, "I have some news to share. The director from KIM'S GROUP has offered me a chance to represent the hotel in Switzerland."

He looked at his mother, hoping for her reaction. She glanced at him with tired but curious eyes.

"They want me to go because of how pleased a VVIP guest was with my cooking," Jin continued. "It's a huge opportunity, but I wanted to discuss it with you first. What do you think?"

His mother, despite her illness, offered a supportive smile. "Jin, if this is a chance for you to advance in your career, you should take it. We'll manage here. This is important for your future."

Jin, with a smile of relief, hugged his mother tightly. "Thank you so much, Eomma. I will work very hard."

After leaving his mother's room, Jin went to his own room and immediately sent a message to Mr. Kim. He confirmed that he would join them for the trip to Switzerland.