⤷MASQUERADE || Jeon Jk FF ♡

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It was a crisp morning as Y/N blinked awake, the golden rays of the sun filtering through the sheer curtains of her bedroom. Just as she stretched, the door opened gently after a soft knock, revealing one of the housemaids. She stepped in and bowed respectfully.

“Mam, Mr. Shin asked me to inform you that you don’t need to go to the office today. Mr. Jung will be visiting the house,” the maid conveyed politely.

Y/N’s brows furrowed, confusion washing over her features. Godfather is coming here? she thought, feeling a mix of apprehension and curiosity. The maid quietly exited, leaving Y/N to her thoughts. She remained still for a moment before deciding to skip her usual morning gym session. Instead, she opted for a calming yoga routine in her private indoor space to center herself.

After a refreshing shower, she selected a sophisticated yet comfortable outfit for the day. She chose a soft, silk-blend cream blouse with a high neckline that had delicate pleats cascading from the shoulders. The blouse was sleeveless but structured, emphasizing her elegant posture. She paired it with a tailored pair of beige, high-waisted cigarette pants that elongated her figure and accentuated her slender waistline.

Y/N accessorized minimally—a pair of small diamond stud earrings that glinted under the light and a slim gold bracelet that encircled her wrist. She pulled her hair back into a low, sleek ponytail, leaving a few loose strands to frame her face, adding a touch of softness to her otherwise composed look. Her makeup was kept light and natural, with a hint of mascara that emphasized her eyes and a nude lipstick that complemented her sharp features.

Once satisfied with her appearance, she slipped into a pair of nude pumps that added a few inches to her height and enhanced the graceful line of her legs. Giving herself one last look in the mirror, she smoothed down her blouse and nodded in approval.

Y/N took a deep breath, exuding an air of poise and confidence as she walked out of her room. The soft click of her heels echoed faintly against the polished wooden floors as she made her way down the hall, the creamy color of her blouse contrasting beautifully with the warm tones of the Shin mansion’s interior.

Why would Godfather Jung come to visit at home? she mused, the confusion lingering at the back of her mind. But she knew better than to let uncertainty show on her face. No matter what the reason for his visit, she would face him with the same strength and dignity she always carried.

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As Y/N descended the stairs and made her way into the expansive living room, the scene before her unfolded like a predictable tableau. Her father, Jihoon Shin, sat at the head of the plush, cream-colored sectional sofa, a look of mild disinterest on his face as he glanced at the tablet in his hand. His expression was distant, as if he was mentally elsewhere despite the conversation occurring around him. Luna, perched close to him with a saccharine smile plastered on her lips, was leaning forward slightly, speaking in her usual honeyed tone.

“Dad, I was saying, me and a few friends are planning a little vacation to the Netherlands,” she cooed, her voice sugary and slightly wheedling.

Jihoon barely looked up, a faint hum of acknowledgment escaping his lips as he continued to scroll through his tablet. “But you just went on a vacation last month, didn’t you?” His tone was even, almost bored.

Luna’s smile faltered for a split second before she quickly recovered. “Oh, come on, Dad! That was just a weekend trip to Jeju Island. This is different—Europe is the heart of fashion and I’ll get to see the latest trends. It’ll be educational, I promise!” She pouted slightly, trying to sound convincing.

Jihoon sighed, placing the tablet down and glancing at her with a mix of irritation and paternal exasperation. “You’re supposed to be focusing on completing your degree in fashion design, Luna. How do you plan to build a career if you keep running off on these ‘educational trips’? You’re wasting a lot of time.”