"Under the skin"//jjk

Chapter 14-

The morning came soon, light filtered through the blinds, casting striped shadows across my bedroom. As I lay there, staring up at the ceiling, a sense of unease washed over me. Last night  dinner with grandpa had turned into something else. Grandpa wanted me to marry sohee, but how could I make him understand that I didn't want this? Everything was a mess and today I had to face YN, and the thought of it sent a jolt of anxiety through me. I had spent the night tossing and turning, battling my own thoughts and desires. I didn't really know what I felt for her, but I knew I couldn't let her slip away—not when I wanted her so badly.

Sitting up, I rubbed my eyes and glanced at the clock. It was already late, and I had to get moving. After a quick shower, I stood in front of the mirror, running a hand through my damp hair. I adjusted my tie, the knot feeling tight around my neck, just like the pressure building in my chest. I took a deep breath, trying to shake off the anxiety that clung to me like a second skin.

Dressed and ready, I grabbed my keys and headed towards the elevator. As I stepped outside, the morning sun streamed through the doorway, casting long shadows on the ground, while the cool, fresh air wrapped around me, awakening my senses to the day ahead. YN should have just been a mere employee in my company. I had let myself get lost in the moments we shared, the chemistry that sparked between us, yet I had always held back, masking my feelings with indifference.

As I drove to the office, the familiar streets blurred past me, I couldn't help but think about What would I say to her? How could I explain that Sohee wasn't my fiancée, that I didn't even like her? It was time to confront the unspoken tension between us, and I had to make her see that I was the one she should be with.

Pulling into the parking lot, I took a moment to collect myself. The office loomed ahead, a fortress of expectations and responsibilities. I stepped out of the car, Each step toward the entrance felt monumental, as if I were walking into a battlefield where my heart was on the line.

Once inside, I made my way to the private elevator, my heart pounding with every step. I pressed the button for my floor, the doors sliding shut behind me. I leaned against the wall, willing my racing heart to settle.

When the doors opened, I stepped out and walked toward my cabin. The weight of the day hung heavily on my shoulders. I kicked the door shut behind me and loosened my tie, the fabric suddenly feeling constrictive. I ran a hand through my hair, trying to shake off the tension that had built up overnight.

The office was quiet, the only sounds coming from the distant chatter of employees outside. I took a moment to gather my thoughts, leaning against my desk and staring at the papers scattered before me. Just as I was about to take a seat, I heard a soft knock on the door.

"Come in," I called out casually, expecting my secretary to walk in with my schedule for the day.

But when the door opened, my heart dropped. It was YN.

Time seemed to stand still as our eyes locked, and the world around us faded into the background. My breath caught in my throat as I took in her presence—her long hair, the way her eyes sparkled with a mix of uncertainty and determination. She was beautiful, and the sight of her made my heart race. I felt a surge of desire that was hard to contain.

"Mr Jeon," she said, her voice steady but tinged with something I couldn't quite place. "I need to talk to you."

"What's going on?" I asked, trying to keep my voice calm, but the urgency of the moment made it difficult.

She took a deep breath, and for a split second, I could see her hesitating. "I'm quitting."

The words hit me like a punch to the gut. "Quitting?" I echoed, disbelief flooding my senses. "You can't be serious."