Episode 48: A wannabe superstar

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Tae arrives at the photo shoot which is being held at a penthouse location. As he walks to the elevator that will take him to the penthouse level, he's reminded of the first time he met his husband. The memory fills his tummy with fluttering butterflies as he softly smiles. This job should be easy. It's a two-day shoot, and the concept is simple. But it's a job where he can be quite creative, and the artist appears to be open and wants to involve him in the creative development. That's rare and exciting.

As Tae enters, he sees Lisa waving at him from across the room. He can tell that she has everything set up and ready to go. There's no one better than Lisa at managing a photo shoot. She's smart and has a lot of experience. He knows he gave her a hard time, but he's happy to help her get back to work however he does question her motive. He just wants to have a smooth day and get home to his husband and children. Kookie has been so affectionate over the last several days and he misses him.

 Kookie has been so affectionate over the last several days and he misses him

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"Hey V! You're looking good and ready to start." Lisa says with a sparkling smile.

"Yep, it's been a while and I'm excited about this job. You're looking good and prepared. How are you feeling being away from Bela-li?" Lisa frowns.

"That I don't like, but she's hanging out with her big brother and sister today."

"Yes, she was just arriving with your husband as I was leaving this morning. I of course prepared the bananas and oatmeal. It's my job and, if you didn't know, my husband says I'm the best at making breakfast."

"Oh, V I've heard of your reputation. You're a master at breakfast." They chuckle simultaneously.

"V, I know I've given you a hard time, but I want you to know I think you're an awesome father to our children. I must say I was impressed with how you three dads handled the four little ones yesterday without any problems." Tae's smile expands receive this rare compliment from Lisa.

"Aww, Lisa that means a lot to me. Thanks. So, when is the client arriving?"

"Tae, they are running late." Lisa shows a slight grimace.

"Fine, it's their money and their time." Tae says calmly. "I'm done at 5 p.m. I'm going to go check the equipment and then check out the photos Kookie sent me of our children this morning." Lisa's a bit stunned that Tae is not losing his shit. This would have sent him over the edge in the past. He's definitely grown. Of course, he has. He's been married 6 years and is now 30 years old. Well, hopefully this wannabe superstar little shit won't try to pull anything, but if he does, she'll be there to intervene.

About 30 minutes later, the artist arrives with a small entourage. He's pleasant as he greets Tae. Lisa immediately walks over to check out what's happening.

"Mr. Kim, thank you for taking this job. Your résumé of work is outstanding and—"

"Thank you and it's Kim-Jeon. You can call me Taehyung." Tae says, returning a soft friendly smile.

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