'𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐘𝐎𝐔 ‣ jeon wonwoo

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'BOUT YOU
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With a deep breath, Isla stepped out of her apartment, her heart pounding in her chest. She made sure the door was securely locked before turning. As her eyes met the sight of the man leaning against his car, a warm smile played on his lips, his gaze fixed on her.

Taking note that he had changed his attire to a long-sleeved polo and black trousers, his hands casually tucked into his pockets, Isla couldn't help but feel her heart skip a beat. How could she have possibly forgotten how incredibly handsome he was, capable of effortlessly capturing anyone's attention? Shaking off her daydream, she slowly walked towards him, a faint yet genuine smile gracing her lips.

"Hello," she greeted softly, her eyes meeting his with a mix of excitement and nervousness. "You look amazing." His compliment caught her by surprise, causing her cheeks to flush as she shyly averted her gaze, breaking the intense eye contact they had been sharing.

"Shall we?" He inquired, his voice gentle as he opened the passenger door, inviting her inside with a tender gesture. Following his lead, Isla gracefully sank into the car's plush seat, her senses immediately attuned to the captivating sight before her.

Her heart danced as she couldn't help but notice the way Wonwoo's hand hovered protectively above her head, a silent promise to shield her from any harm. Isla gazed up at Wonwoo, and in that fleeting moment, the world around them seemed to fade, leaving only the two of them, enveloped in an atmosphere charged with anticipation and unspoken emotions.

The enchanting moment took an unexpected turn as Wonwoo cleared his throat, his eyes shifting away from the woman before he took a step back. "You should fasten your seatbelt," he gently reminded her, prompting her to nod and secure herself. As Wonwoo closed the door and settled into the driver's seat, the engine came to life.

"Let's go?" He inquired, drawing a confirming nod from Isla. Just before driving off, he handed her the auxiliary cord, causing her to furrow her brow as her eyes met the cord. "You can choose the music," he said, eliciting a surprised "o" from Isla as she accepted the cord.

With that, Wonwoo started driving as Isla began playing a track from her playlist. Taylor Swift's "Style" filled the space, and when the chorus resonated, Isla couldn't help stealing glances at the striking man, his one hand confidently steering the wheel with grace.

A fleeting thought crossed her mind – how wonderful it would be if his free hand found its place on her thigh, prompting her to halt his driving, shifting herself onto his lap. But Isla dismissed the idea with a shake of her head, focusing her gaze on the passing scenery beyond the window.

After a leisurely ten-minute drive, Isla and Wonwoo finally stepped into the opulent embrace of the luxury restaurant. The sight that greeted Isla as she crossed the threshold left her utterly enchanted; the restaurant's interior design exuded a lavish charm that whisked her away to a world of elegance and refinement.

Led by a graceful waitress, they were guided to the table that Wonwoo had reserved. As they settled into their seats, the waitress presented them with the menus, eliciting a grateful nod from Wonwoo. "Feel free to choose whatever appeals to you," he offered warmly, passing the menu to Isla with a gentle smile.

As Isla's gaze skimmed the intricate dishes listed on the menu, she decided to exercise her preferences by sharing them with Wonwoo. "Oh, and could we also have a glass of champagne?" She requested with a touch of excitement, her anticipation for the evening clearly visible in her eyes.

An hour slipped by in delightful conversation and the consumption of culinary delights. Eventually, they found themselves at a cozy bar adjacent to the restaurant, savoring their drinks. Isla, with a playful gleam in her eye, had imbibed more than her fair share of alcohol, resulting in her playful tipsiness.

"Remember back in high school, when you started tutoring me?" Isla's words flowed in a slightly slurred but endearing manner. "I couldn't help but notice how incredibly handsome you were," she confessed with a giggle, her cheeks flushed with both alcohol and sincerity. Caught off guard, Wonwoo responded with an intrigued "Hm?" and a gentle tilt of his head, encouraging her to continue.

Her candidness only grew as she admitted, "I used to dislike you, you know, when I thought you had a girlfriend." A hint of a pout graced her lips as she continued, her words carrying a mixture of playfulness and earnestness. Perplexed, Wonwoo couldn't help but ask, "Why did you dislike me?"

With a tipsy determination, Isla leaned in closer, her expression earnest and vulnerable. "Because I like you so much, you idiot," she confessed softly, her voice carrying a touch of wistfulness.

"I liked you so much that I even wrote a book about us."

'BOUT YOU
written by luna

author's note !
short update T^T hope you'll like this chapter even tho it isn't long but yeah this will be the start of their love story once again.