𝓔𝓷𝓽𝓪𝓷𝓰𝓵𝓮𝓭 𝓱𝓮𝓪𝓻𝓽𝓼

Chapter 3: Unforeseen Encounters

Breeh's pov

I glanced at my reflection in the mirror, adjusting my scarf nervously. Today was a big day - I was having a meeting with Baek Hyun-woo, my publisher and close friend, to discuss the progress of my latest novel. The pressure was mounting, but I felt a strange sense of anticipation tinged with anxiety.

As I entered the bustling café where they usually met, I spotted Hyun-woo at their usual corner table, engrossed in his phone. I approached with a hesitant smile, trying to hide her nerves.

"Hey, Breeh!" Hyun-woo greeted, looking up with a warm smile. "You're right on time, as always."

I nodded, sliding into the seat across from him. "Morning, Hyun-woo. How's everything?"

"Busy as ever," he chuckled, setting his phone aside. "But enough about work. How are you, really?"

I hesitated, fiddling with her scarf. "Honestly? I've been feeling a bit... stuck."

Hyun-woo leaned forward, his expression sympathetic. "It happens to the best of us. Maybe it's time to shake things up. Have you thought about attending the industry gala this weekend? It could be a great way to network and get inspired."

My eyes widened in surprise. "You think I should go?"

"Absolutely," he affirmed. "Plus, I might have someone interesting for you to meet there."

Before I could inquire further, her phone buzzed with a message from my best friend and mentor, Kim Jisoo. I excused myself momentarily to read it:

Jisoo texted "Hey Breeh! How's the writing going? Remember, every obstacle is just a plot twist waiting to happen!"

I replied "Thanks, Jisoo! Meeting with Hyun-woo now. Will update you later."

Back at the table, Hyun-woo was observing me with a knowing grin. "Jisoo's right, you know. Sometimes, life throws us curveballs to keep things interesting."

I nodded thoughtfully, contemplating his words. "You might be onto something there, Hyun-woo."

Their meeting continued, with Hyun-woo offering constructive feedback on my manuscript and sharing insights from the publishing world. As they wrapped up, he handed me a sleek invitation card.

"Consider it, Breeh," he urged gently. "You never know what opportunities might arise."

Later that afternoon, I found herself strolling through the park, deep in thought. I nearly collided with a man absorbed in his phone, who muttered a quick apology before continuing on his way. I recognized him instantly - Min Yoongi, the sharp-witted journalist known for his probing investigations.

"Watch where you're going," he remarked sharply, his gaze piercing.

I straightened, a flicker of defiance in her eyes. "I could say the same to you, Yoongi."

He raised an eyebrow, his expression unreadable. "You know who I am?"

I nodded, a hint of amusement softening her features. "You're hard to miss, especially when you're lurking around like a detective."

Yoongi chuckled, a rare glimmer of humor in his eyes. "Touché, Breeh."

Our unexpected encounter left me feeling oddly intrigued. What was Yoongi really up to? And why did our paths seem destined to cross?

Back at home, I stared at the invitation in my hand - the charity gala, this weekend. Hyun-woo's words echoed in my mind, urging me to step out of my comfort zone. Maybe attending the gala was exactly what I needed to break free from my writer's block and discover what lay beyond.

"Discovering oneself is a journey of unveiling hidden depths and embracing the light within."

Stay turned for upcoming chapter sweethearts till then tc>3

🦋<3!!