David woke up and saw Chae Yeon's text from the night before. She had checked in on him, worried about his abrupt departure from their dinner. He smiled softly at her concern and replied:
*I'm okay, Chae Yeon. Ready to start the day. Hope you have a great day too!*
He sent the message and started to get ready for the office. The day promised to be another intense one, filled with meetings and decisions that could make or break the company.
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Chae Yeon decided to take a day off for herself today. She felt the need to unwind and recharge after the emotional rollercoaster of the previous night.
Chae Yeon decided to take a day off for herself today. She felt the need to unwind and recharge after the emotional rollercoaster of the previous night. Her first stop was a cozy cafe she loved visiting for its relaxed ambiance and excellent coffee. She ordered an iced latte and found a seat by the window.
As she waited, Chae Yeon watched a young couple at a nearby table. They were feeding each other pieces of cake, laughing and looking utterly happy. She smiled to herself, imagining how cute it would be to share such a moment with David.
"An iced latte for CY!" the barista called out.
Chae Yeon flushed slightly, realizing she'd been daydreaming. She quickly looked away, hoping no one noticed her blush, and picked up her drink.
With the iced latte in hand, she decided to head to the supermarket to buy ingredients for a home-cooked meal. She missed the taste of food from her home in Korea and thought it would be nice to prepare something special.
At the supermarket, she wheeled her trolley through the aisles, enjoying the simple pleasure of grocery shopping. The vibrant colors of fresh produce and the variety of ingredients inspired her.
As she passed the meat section, the marinated pork belly caught her attention. She imagined how delicious it would be for a barbecue dinner and thought of inviting David over.
"Why not invite David over for a barbecue dinner?" she thought to herself. She picked up her phone and dialed his number, hoping to catch him during a break.
While she was waiting for David to pick up the phone, Chae Yeon carefully selected the freshest ingredients. She started with the marinated pork belly, choosing the best pieces with just the right amount of fat. Next, she moved on to the produce section, picking out crisp lettuce, fragrant garlic, and vibrant green onions. She also grabbed some traditional Korean spices, wanting to recreate the authentic flavors she missed so much.
As she added a few bottles of soju to her cart, her phone finally connected, and she heard David's voice on the other end. "Hi Chae Yeon, I'm actually in a meeting right now."
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In the meeting room at Yoon Capital, the atmosphere was tense. The team was at the edge of their seats, working through another critical M&A deal that required their full attention. David was in a particularly bad mood, the stress evident in his every move.
Suddenly, the sound of a phone ringing echoed through the room.
As David's phone rang, he scowled, looking around the room with a mixture of frustration and confusion. "Whose phone is that?" he barked, his voice sharp and demanding. The team members exchanged nervous glances, unsure of how to respond. David's irritation was palpable.
"It's yours, sir," his secretary said hesitantly, pointing to his vibrating phone on the table.
David's stern expression softened slightly with embarrassment, and he let out a frustrated sigh.
YOU ARE READING
Shadows of Regret
Romance"Even the 'bad' deserve their story-a tale untold, a truth unseen." In the bustling streets of London, David Yoon, a renowned M&A expert, finds himself at a crossroads in his life. Haunted by the shadows of his past and the emptiness of his present...
