PROLOGUE
As the academic coordinator for Computer Sciences, he exuded an air of quiet competence, his every move marked by precision and efficiency. Beside him, she held court over English and Foreign Languages with a commanding presence, her sharp intellect matched only by her unwavering professionalism.
Though they had worked alongside each other for years, their relationship remained confined to the realm of professional courtesy. Despite the shallow friendship formed within their shared workspace, a palpable distance lingered between them, veiled behind the facade of professionalism.
Each bore the weight of their respective positions within the institution, their high walls serving as barriers against the vulnerability of personal connection. Yet beneath their competence and nonchalance, beat the hearts of two individuals teeming with warmth, compassion, and bubbliness.
Amidst the bustle of academic life and the flurry of schedules and deadlines, could they uncover the hidden truths that lay dormant within each other's souls? Or would they forever remain entwined in the delicate dance of professional obligation, destined to tread the fine line between colleague and confidant?
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Characters:
- Jeon Wonwoo - Academic Coordinator for Computer Sciences
- Han Yuri - Academic Coordinator for English and Foreign Languages
Ps. Girl's name is fictional for y/n
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It was already 7 pm but the lights from the 7th floor in the academic coordinator's building were still lit. Some academic coordinators are still checking syllabi contents and lesson plans of their subordinates. Indeed, having a high position is no easy feat.
One by one, some of the coordinators started leaving.
"Bukas na 'yan! Paawat naman kayo, magmumukha akong tamad sa inyo eh," Mr. Choi Sungcheol from the Business Studies demanded. He started turning off his work computer and nudged the others. Ayaw nyang mauna umuwi.
"Let's call it a day," Mr. Xu Minghao from Philosophy said colly as he got up from his chair and fixed his things. As if the other coordinators would listen.
"Hoy paawat na kayo! Baka hindi na kayo makapag-asawa nyan!" Mr. Lee Seokmin from Fine Arts (Theater) shouted saka tumawa nang malakas. This made Ms. Han Yuri roll her eyes.
"Coming from you?" ganti ni Yuri sa kanya.
"Eto na nga, uuwi na eh." He said as if implying that he has someone to come home to. "Uuwi na, kakain, at matutulog." Finishing with a sarcastic tone, Yuri and Seokmin ended up giggling to each other.
It was a long-running joke among the coordinators and everyone in the education sector—na mas mahirap magka-lovelife. Basically, kapag pinili mo ang profession na ito ay parang inaalay mo na rin ang buong buhay mo.
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