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Chapter 8: How to Celebrate Christmas

These are digitally typed letters! I can't even search for someone's handwriting!! 

Next Morning...

As the morning sunlight gently filtered through the curtains, I rose from my bed, immediately rushing to the restroom to indulge myself in the cold shower. 

With each splash of water on my face, I felt the drowsiness of sleep melting away. As I stood before my wardrobe, my eyes lingered on the delicate frock hanging there, its fabric whispering promises of beauty and grace. With a smile, I carefully slipped into the garment, relishing the way it draped against my skin like a gentle caress.

The frock hugged my curves in all the right places, accentuating my figure in a way that made me feel effortlessly elegant. With a final adjustment of my hair and a spritz of perfume, I gave one last look to myself. 

The lilies caught my attention just as I was heading out. There is no way I can find out who left me that bouquet. A sudden knock outside startled me

"Miss Lee!? Good Morning!" I went up opening the door, getting greeted by Fred.

"How are you so enthusiastic early morning?" I questioned

"Too used to be the enthusiastic one among everyone. Anyways I'm here to deliver your invitation to Hallyuwood Matchmaker Christmas Party!" He exclaimed

Christmas Party?

It's July!?

"Fred, It's July!"

"Which is precisely the name of our event - Christmas in July. After you have your breakfast, a limousine will take you to the mall of your choice, where you will get to chance to pick a present for your Match."

"So, a not-so-secret Santa?" I chuckled

"Precisely. According to Mr. Jeon, you can expect 'gingerbread cookies, gallons of eggnog..'. Christmas carols, an all-in-all jovial tone, and of course a thematic Christmas Party. Happy Holidays! HO-HO-HO' End of quote"

I laughed hard. It would be fun to see him all dressed up as Santa. 

"Your budget would be 80000 won." He informed

"80000 won is a good amount," I exclaimed

"Thank goodness, the contestant before made a fuss and even said that pens cost more. She needs a reality check." He grumbled

"Lemme guess, It's Iseul?" He nodded "Trust me, I can't stand that woman either" We laughed as he decided to take a leave.

One short Limousine ride later

I looked through the hallway for him, and as soon as I saw him casually walking around his room, I pushed him inside.

" You again? What is it now? You should be getting ready for the event!"

"Jungkook you need to learn how to keep your mouth shut and let the other person speak, extend your hand, and take what I'm handing you." I shoved the gift to him

"A... gift? For me?" He stared in astonishment at the wrapped box.

"You were supposed to get a Not-So-Secret-Santa gift for your match," he said.