𝗔𝗥𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗗 𝗟𝗢𝗩𝗘 ||𝐊𝐓𝐇 𝐱 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫||

CHAPTER 23

'You make me glow
But I cover up, won't let it show
So I'm putting my defenses up
'Cause I don't wanna fall in love'
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"So, why-what happened to you?" Taehyung broke the silence, his curiosity evident in his voice.
Yn looked up from her thoughts, surprised by the sudden question. "Em, nothing much," she replied, trying to downplay the situation. "Remember I mentioned the 'big' meeting today?"
Taehyung nodded his head, waiting for her to continue.
"Yeah, so basically it went... well, horrible. Like it was a complete disaster," Yn confessed, disappointment evident in her voice.
Confused, Taehyung asked, "Why? I mean, what happened exactly?"

Taking a deep breath, Yn began to explain. "So, this meeting was actually a really important one. It could have saved and helped our company reach higher. But I messed it up. Entirely. I didn't pay enough attention to the theme of the new dress design they had asked us to present. And because of that, I guess I overdid or understated certain aspects. According to their manual, it said to do great embellishments and a good ruffle. I did exactly that, but they couldn't accept it. I had to hear a lot of criticism from their company chief. Because of me, my whole crew's hard work resulted in nothing. And I feel so guilty for it," Yn explained, her voice filled with remorse.

Taehyung sighed, trying to comprehend the situation. "Well, I know you might feel odd, considering you're a businessman and not a fashion designer. And maybe you think I should have reacted differently, like it's just a small reason to get upset. But Taeh-"

"Shh, I can understand. Every work has its own importance. And I know how big of an offer it was for you," Taehyung interrupted, empathizing with Yn's situation.
They both stood in silence for a couple of minutes, staring at the night sky.

"Er, Yn, can I suggest something about the dress design?" Taehyung asked timidly.
Surprised by his offer, Yn furrowed her brows in uncertainty. "Sure?"

Taehyung took a deep breath before looking towards her. "See, I don't know if it's going to help, but try and balance the embellishments. If you feel that you may have overdone the embellishments in your previous design, instead of covering the entire dress with them, focus on strategic placements such as the neckline or hemline to create an impactful yet tasteful look."

Yn was shook by Taehyung's suggestion. She couldn't blink or think straight. "Did I say something wrong?" Taehyung asked, biting his lip and faintly smiling.
"No! Absolutely not. I was just... God, you have some great ideas," Yn said, her voice filled with genuine gratitude. "Alright, then what about the ruffles?"

Taehyung felt a sense of contentment at Yn's response. "Hmm, ruffles. Well, refine the ruffle. Take a closer look at the ruffle you incorporated in your design. If you believe you may have understated it, consider adding more volume and depth to the ruffle. You could also experiment with different fabric weights or layering techniques to create a captivating and well-defined ruffle that meets their expectations."

Yn felt mesmerized by Taehyung's advice. It was as if he had transformed into a seasoned fashion designer standing right before her. She couldn't help but yearn for more.

"Oh, and one more thing," Taehyung continued. "Explore alternative embellishment techniques. Instead of using the same embellishments that were originally presented, experiment with beading, sequins, or even embroidery to create a one-of-a-kind texture and visual interest. And you know what can enhance the total look? Incorporate contrasting elements by juxtaposing different fabrics, mixing textures, or even combining different design elements such as a sleek silhouette with a bold ruffle. This might do well."

Yn was beyond grateful. She couldn't hide her amazement and happiness. "Goddamn, Taehyung! Thank you so much," she exclaimed, unable to contain her excitement. Her face lit up with a radiant smile.
Taehyung beamed, delighted to see Yn's happiness. "It would be my pleasure, my lady," he said in a cinematic tone, playfully winking at her..

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"God, this relentless rain!" Aunt DeLuna complained as she removed her raincoat upon entering the house.

Taehyung walked into the living room, joining in the conversation. "Yes, it's quite rainy, isn't it, Aunt DeLuna... Did you guys eat out or-"

"Yes, yes, we had a big, great dinner," Aunt DeLuna interrupted, clearly annoyed by the rain.

Taehyung, realizing that his presence was interrupting their conversation, excused himself. "Ah, alright then. I'm going upstairs. Goodnight," he said, rubbing the back of his head and making his way towards his room.

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"Sure, just set the file for tomorrow. And I want the record by eleven. Okay," Yn said into her phone, conducting business as usual.

Taehyung entered the room, his hands resting on the door. "Are you busy?" he asked, his eyes filled with curiosity.
Yn put her phone down, shifting her attention to Taehyung. "Em, no, no I'm not. Just a call. Come in," she replied warmly.

Taehyung walked into the room, feeling a sense of comfort in Yn's presence. "Aren't you supposed to be going to your company? Don't mind me asking, I was just wondering," Yn broke the silence.

"Yes, I mean, I took a week off because Aunt DeLuna and Nara are here," Taehyung explained, taking a seat on the bed.

"Oh, but what about your work? You're the CEO, so-" Yn's voice trailed off, her hand fidgeting with the pen on the desk.

"Yeah, well I guess I'll have to do overtime next week, and... you know," Taehyung sighed, thinking about the workload awaiting him.

Yn nodded understandingly, processing the information. As she observed Taehyung, her heart began to race. It was surprising that she could have such a casual conversation with him. Her previous assumptions about their inability to cooperate or tolerate each other seemed to be proven wrong. Is this a good sign? Or perhaps just the calmness before the storm?
Lost in her thoughts, Yn turned around to see Taehyung, who had unknowingly curled up on the bed with his eyes closed. A soft smile formed on her face as she found him absolutely adorable.

The layers are slowly unveiling.
Slow and steady.

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