Once upon a time, in a bustling city, there lived a young man named Chen. Chen was not an ordinary individual; he was a talented singer and a member of the popular South Korean boy band, EXO. Despite his fame and success, Chen was known for his down-to-earth nature and love for connecting with his fans on a personal level.
One sunny day, Chen received an invitation from his dear friend Neriah to visit her newly opened cafe. Neriah was not only a good friend to Chen but also a passionate chef who specialized in creating unique and healthy dishes. Curiosity piqued, Chen decided to pay a visit to her cafe.
As Chen entered the cozy cafe, he was greeted by the warm aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the sight of colorful dishes displayed on the counter. Excited to try something new, he approached the counter and asked Neriah for a recommendation.
Neriah, eager to impress her friend, suggested a delicious-looking smoothie bowl, garnished with a generous sprinkling of chia seeds. Unbeknownst to Neriah, Chen had a severe allergy to chia seeds. However, Chen didn't want to disappoint his friend, so he accepted the suggestion with a smile and ordered the smoothie bowl.
As Chen savored the first spoonful of the smoothie bowl, he noticed the presence of the chia seeds. He started to feel a tingling sensation in his throat, and his stomach began to churn uncomfortably. Realizing that he was having an allergic reaction, Chen tried to maintain his composure.
He quickly paid his bill and left the cafe, hoping to find a nearby restroom to relieve the discomfort. However, fate had a cruel twist in store for Chen. On that very day, he had scheduled a Korean lesson with a student who happened to be a devoted fan. The lesson was to take place at a nearby language center.
As Chen hurriedly made his way to the language center, he could feel his condition worsening. The discomfort in his stomach intensified, and he knew that he couldn't hold it in any longer. Panic and embarrassment flooded his mind as he desperately searched for a public restroom.
Finally, Chen spotted a restroom in a nearby park. He rushed inside and, to his relief, found an empty stall. But as luck would have it, the restroom was out of toilet paper. Chen's heart sank, and he felt a mix of frustration and desperation.
Just as Chen was about to give up hope, a kind stranger in the neighboring stall heard his distress and offered him some toilet paper. Grateful beyond words, Chen thanked the stranger and quickly took care of his urgent situation.
Feeling a sense of relief, Chen composed himself and made his way to the language center, albeit a little late. To his surprise, his student, whom he was meeting for the Korean lesson, greeted him with a warm smile and understanding eyes.
Apologizing for his tardiness, Chen explained the unfortunate incident that had befallen him. The student, being a devoted fan, empathized with Chen's situation and reassured him that it was alright.
With a renewed sense of determination, Chen began the Korean lesson, his student patiently guiding him through the intricacies of the language. Despite the embarrassing start to the day, Chen's talent and passion shone through, and both he and his student enjoyed the lesson.
Shout-out to my friend Neriah Montgomery
