Chapter 23: unexpected proposition

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It was a pleasant evening in the garden, and as Yn joined the gathering, she found herself surrounded by the lively chatter of family members. The atmosphere was warm and filled with laughter. Yn had changed into the dress left for her by the maid, and she sat gracefully, trying to blend in with the lively ambiance.

As Yn's mind wandered, she couldn't help but notice that Jungkook was conspicuously absent from the gathering. Just as she began to wonder about his whereabouts, a soft whisper brushed against her ear, sending a shiver down her spine.

"Looking for me?" The words were followed by a mischievous chuckle that made Yn jump in surprise. Her eyes darted around to find the source of the voice, and there he was, standing close "Looking for me?" came the low, husky voice. Yn's heart skipped a beat, recognizing the voice immediately. She involuntarily flinched, her initial shock giving way to an attempt to compose herself.

"Oh, I was just wondering where you went," she replied, trying to keep her voice steady as she looked into his eyes.

Jungkook's lips curled into a subtle smile, and he leaned in closer. "I'm always around you, Mrs. Jeon," he murmured, his words sending a subtle thrill through Yn. She knew their proximity was merely part of the contract - "never let the family know" - but it didn't stop her heart from fluttering.

Their eyes locked for a moment, and Yn couldn't help but feel a strange mix of attraction and frustration. She knew she had to play her part, but Jungkook's enigmatic presence made it challenging to maintain her composure.

Yn's eyes widened as Mr. Jeon, her father-in-law, made the unexpected proposition. "Yn, I want you to work as Jungkook's assistant. It will help you financially," he explained with a serious expression. Yn was caught off guard by the sudden request, and she couldn't help but blurt out, "What?"

Mr. Jeon nodded firmly, his gaze steady on her. Yn turned to Jungkook, hoping for some clarity or a hint of objection, but before [Jungkook] he could even respond, Mr. Jeon continued, "It's final."

Feeling a bit overwhelmed, Yn looked between the two men. She knew that they weren't particularly close, and this decision seemed to come out of nowhere. Without further argument, she simply nodded her agreement, silently contemplating how this new role as Jungkook's assistant would fit into her life and what it meant for their unconventional marriage.

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