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Zeke was woken up by a light peck.
He slowly opened his eyes and waited for it to adjust.
Zeke
Am I dreaming or what?
Lea
At your dorm. We dropped Theo just now.
Lea
Just how much did you drink last night?
Lea
You didn't even change out of your clothes.
Zeke
We kind of went crazy.
Zeke
Do you have work tonight?
Lea
Yeah. But I'm free until five in the afternoon.
Zeke
Would you like to go to work with me?
Lea
Wouldn't that cause a scene?
Brent
You can pretend to be his new assistant.
Brent
Kind of. I also got my hands full with Theo and Jae's endorsements.
Brent
Since Zeke is the most matured amongst all of them, he can go to work alone, but its also nice to have someone reliable to accompany him.
Lea
Well, how much are we talking?
Lea
Work means salary Boss.
Brent
B-but he's your boyfriend.
Lea
Sorry Boss but I don't mix work with my personal life. 😋
Brent
I'll see what I can do.
Lea
Glad we're on the same page. I'll accompany Mr. Gu safely to his work.
On their way to Zeke's work, he couldn't help but smile.
Lea
You've been grinning yourself silly, are you okay?
Zeke
If I go to work like this everyday, i'd gladly work twenty four hours a day.
Lea pinched Zeke's cheeks lightly.
Lea
Why are you so adorable?
Zeke took Lea's hands and kissed its back.
Staff
Welcome Mr. Gu. Your dressing room's this way sir.
Zeke politely followed the staff and she secretly glanced at Lea.
The director who's also the photographer for the day's shoot welcomed Zeke.
Director/Photographer
Welcome Zeke. I hope we have a great day ahead of us.
Director/Photographer
Oya. Is she K entertainment's newest model?
Zeke
Ah. No. She's my personal assistant.
Director/Photographer
Really? Its surprising that K ent. still haven't made her a talent yet.
Staff
Boss we can make her Mr. Gu's partner.
Director/Photographer
Ohhhh. That's an idea.
Zeke
With all due respect Director, I don't think she'll be comfortable being put on the spot like that.
Director/Photographer
But don't you want to see it? I'm sure the camera will love her.
Rose grumpily asked for her coffee.
The staff inside her dressing room were all walking on egg shells.
Staff outside keeps peeking inside because she was causing a scene.
Staff
That Rose really can't be professional.
The staff saw Lea by the vending machine.
Staff
She looks better than Rose.
Staff
How long have you been Mr.Gu's assistant?
Lea
I was just hired this morning.
Lea
Is something the matter?
Staff
Well, we've been working on this commercial since I don't know when.
Lea
Ohhh. Then what seems to be the problem?
Staff
Well, our actors kind of finds it difficult to work with each other.
Lea
I see. I shall tell our management about it.
Staff
N-no. That's not it.
Staff
C-could you please help us?
Lea
Okay? What would you like me to do?
Staff
Can you try and act with Mr. Gu?
Staff
We really can't stretch our timeline any longer.
Rose
Ugh. Why are you here??
Both Lea and the staff turned their attention towards Rose.
Lea
Is she Zeke's co-actress?
Lea
No wonder the work's been delayed.
Rose
What do you even know?
Rose
You better not get in my way.
Lea
No one wants to get in the way of a walking trash.
Lea
Eye make up these days really are great huh. It makes the eyes expressive even when an unrecyclable garbage wears it.
Lea hid behind the staff and pretended to be weak.
Lea
Omo. Staff-nim, look, aigooo. Violent actors really should be banned from working.
The staff tried her best to stifle her laugh.
Staff
Are you really gonna hit her in front of me Rose?
At a corner, the Director was watching secretly. And seeing their interaction, he made a scheming smile.
Director/Photographer
CUT!
Everyone let out a frustrated sigh.
Staff
This is the third take Rose! Why can't you focus? Zeke's been giving his all.
Rose
I know! But I can't concentrate cause of that damn woman.
Staff
Why are you even looking at her?! She's not doing anything to you!
Staff
This is frustrating enough! We've been trying to film a decent scene, but you keep on making it about you and not the car!
Lea saw how frustrated Zeke was.
Director/Photographer
EVERYONE! TAKE FIVE!
After everyone left, Zeke and Lea were asked to stay.
Staff
Boss, its either we cut Rose and leave Zeke alone or we find someone else...
Director/Photographer
And who do you suggest?
Zeke
We can't find a decent replacement in this ungodly hour
The staff pointed at Lea.
Director/Photographer
Zeke?
Zeke
I'll try to talk to her.
Staff
Please convince her for us. Please.
Lea
Did they want you to convince me?
Zeke
Only if you want to. I won't force you.
Lea
Why are you looking so gloomy then?
Zeke
Its really frustrating. I know I did my part well but when things don't go well, it kind of pulls my mood down.
Lea
You know how I kept saying no to Mia right?
Lea
I don't like being in the spotlight.
Zeke
Yeah. I thought I'd give it a try.
Seeing Zeke's lonely and frustrated expression, Lea couldn't help but feel guilty.
She grabbed his wrist to stop him.
Zeke
I want to work with you. But I won't force you.
Lea
Yeah. For you. But just this once. Whatever happens after, I'll reject it no matter.
Zeke answered with a toothy smile. Trembling in excitement as the thought of working with her gives him immesurable happiness.
As soon as they're informed, the management quickly dressed Lea and gave her a bird's eye view of the concept.
After a few hours, they're finally ready.
Everyone were mesmerized at the sight of her as she walked towards the shooting area.
And as soon as the film started rolling, everyone's eyes just followed her.
The scene was meant to catch the viewers attention as soon she started acting.
Lea was given the freedom to do what she wants to highlight the car.
As the first viewers to watch, the staff immediately felt compeled to purchase the car that Zeke and Lea were promoting.
Director/Photographer
I knew they'd make a great pair.
Staff
Watching them makes me want to buy the car Boss.
Director/Photographer
We finally got the take.
Director/Photographer
CUT!!
Everyone clapped and shout for joy for finally finishing the shoot.
Director/Photographer
Miss Lao, I'm glad you gave us the chance. We will only have one last photo session and we're done.
After the shoot, Zeke had to go back to his agency to report. So Lea was dropped off by Butler Tiu.
Ken
What's with the make up?
Lea
Do I look prettier Boss?
Ken
Yeah. But I prefer your bare face.
Ken
I wouldn't want costumers flocking around the cafe checking you out.
Lea
We'll have plenty of sales then.
Ken
Don't make me display my shot gun. It ruins the aesthetic of our cafe.
After cleansing and changing, Lea told Ken about what happened.
Ken
That's great! You finally tried modelling.
Ken
Did they make you do that?
Lea
No. But somehow, I can feel their eyes moving as they watch me.
Lea
I don't want to do it again.
Ken
Eh? What if it turns out great?
Lea
It was only a one time deal Boss.
Lea
I only did it cause I hated how frustrated Zeke looked.
Ken
Are you really all gonna be about Zeke now?
Ken
Then why are basing your decisions on Zeke?
Lea
It was just at that moment Boss.
Ken
Uh-huh. Sure. If you say so.
They both widened their eyes in shock.
Ken smiled, flattered that she called her Dad.
Lea
That was... out of line
Lea
You're just saying that.
Ken
No. I genuinely like it.
Lea
Can I call you Dad from time to time?
Ken
To be honest, I've been waiting for you to ask.
Ken
I just didn't want to pressure you. I want to hear it at your own pacing and timing.
Ken
And it was more comforting than I expected.
Ken took out a little box and gave it to Lea.
Inside the box was a bracelet with a pendant on it that says "Daddy's Girl."
Lea smiled, and couldn't help but give Ken a big hug.
Work made the workers forget about the time.
Two new costumers came in and ordered.
Amy
Two grande caramel macchiato please.
Upon hearing Amy's voice, Lea immediately looked towards her direction.
Ken
Can I have your name for the cup?
Ken
Would that be all Mika?
Ken
Please take your seat. We'll serve your drinks momentarily.
Lea made the drinks and Ken approached her.
Lea
Yeah. Childhood friends.
Ken
That's great. You can take a few break if you'd like.
Lea
I don't want to talk to them.
Ken
Quit whining. You finally saw your friends, socialize.
Lea took a tray and head for the two.
Lea
Thank you for waiting Mika. Here's your order.
Den
Noona, can we talk to you for a moment?
Amy
Yeah. And I also ordered a smile.
Lea
You didn't pay for it "Mika".
Amy
You are so not gonna let that go.
Den
Can you spare us a moment?
Lea
Well, I am here ain't I?
Amy
Why are you being stubborn all of a sudden?
Lea
I got the feeling that you'll come to me as soon as I agreed to help you with that one job.
Amy
That's some confidence you have there.
Lea
Was I wrong? You're both here asking for help, right?
Amy
Can't you just help us? Dianne needs you as well.
Lea
What part of I want to be domesticated don't you understand?
Amy
Even if it means that our home would be at stake?
Amy
Well that shut your trap.
Lea
You were supposed to care for our home.
Den
Someone wants our home destroyed. They've been persistently asking Lady Boss to sell our home.
Lea
Then tell them its not for sale.
Amy
They sent some pranksters last night and scared the kids.
Den
Some even sent gruesome gifts.
Lea
What did the boss say?
Amy
She told us the truth last night when we pressured her into talking.
Den
Apparently they've been asking Lady Boss since two months ago.
Amy
We were only made aware of it yesterday cause the boss has been keeping a tight security until yesterday.
Den
The attacks were becoming frequent. And we're lacking man power to safeguard the kids.
Lea cracked her neck. She's livid beyond her height.
Amy blinked rapidly as she saw Lea's expression because Lea can be very scary when she gets mad.
Den
One attacker tried to kidnap a kid when the kids were coming home from their afternoon walk.
Den
Luckily, we apprehended the suspect. But he left a cut on-
Den couldn't finish his sentence because Lea moved her face closer to his.
Lea
Who was the kid that got hurt?
Lea's ear stings when he heard Cole's name.
Lea
WHO THE F*CK TRIED TO HURT OUR KIDS?
Amy
W-we don't know the details yet cause the suspect we caught refuses to talk.
Lea
Just tell me one thing.
Lea
The kids are safe and complete right?
Lea
Tell Boss I'll be coming home everyday starting tomorrow.
Lea
Keep the fort safe until then.
Lea gave the two headpats and left them.
If there's one thing that drives Lea crazy, its touching the people she cares about and harming them.
Her demeanor resuming to work is the same, but inside her is a brooding anger waiting to be unleashed.
Comments
♤♧♢Queen of Black jokes♡~
yea that's right you should always fear the silent type of people they tend to erupt like volcano when pressure but talkative people are more of hot slow steam time to time doesn't much burn you though if you are smart enough to avoid it
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