Ji Hyeran, known as Hera, was a young journalist from an important south korean's newspaper and a sports expert. She accepts a challenge: represent the newspaper at the press conference of the mini-album release from the one of Korea's most famous s...
Baekhyun's comeback report exceeded all expectations. Even though this is not her specialty, Hera has managed to do a great job, which has won compliments from her co-workers, the editor in chief, and even the singer's fans.
- I said you would be awesome. The reviews are the best possible and your work is finally being recognized.– Joohyun said, really happy for her friend.
- I didn't think doing research and covering a singer's press conference would be so tiring, but I'm so glad that all went well.
- Now tell me: how is he? – Hera was waiting for this question so, she smiled.
- Honestly, his voice is much prettier than in the videos. When you least expect it, you are already involved.
- Was it because of his voice or because he's extremely handsome? – Joohyun's naughty smile already showed where she wanted to go with this story.
- Right, he's hadnsome, sing really well and seems to be a really nice guy.
- Hera, he flirted with you in the middle of the press conference.
- You just might be going crazy. How would he flirt with me at the press conference? Sometimes your imagination takes you too far.
- So explain to me, why did he only ask you and not to the other journalists?
Hera ended up getting nervous. She didn't know what to say. But fortunately for her, their conversation was interrupted by the receptionist, who arrived accompanied by a man in the newsroom.
- Hyeran-ssi. This man is looking for you. He is the manager of singer Baekhyun. Excuse me.
- Hello. Good morning. I'm journalist Ji Hyeran. Nice to meet you. - She bowed and held out her hand to greet the manager. - May I help you?
- Good morning. It's my pleasure. – He bowed too and returned the woman's greeting. – Firstly, I would like to congratulate you. You did an amazing job representing the Korea News at the press conference.
- Thank you. It was an amazing experience and I hope to write more about Baekhyun in the future.
- And how is your ankle?
- Ah, the ankle? - Hera was really embarrassed. - It's a little red, but it's much better. Thanks.
- I'm glad that's better. – The manager handed a box to Hera, who looked at him confused but still received it. - I came here on behalf of Baekhyun to deliver this in acknowledgment form. I'm leaving. Thank you so much for your hard work. Goodbye.
- Bye.
As soon as the manager withdrew from the newsroom, Hera looked at Joohyun, who was expecting a very good explanation from her friend. But all Hera did was whisper, "I'll tell you later."
The day passed and Hera decided to open the box at home. Joohyun accompanied Hera because they had a lot to talk about. When they arrived at Hera's apartment, Joohyun was soon throwing herself on the couch and saying:
- You can tell me what happened.
- As I told you, I watched Baekhyun's showcase. At the end, I waited for his fans to leave so I could get a taxi. When I rushed to get a cab because of your high heels, I sprained my ankle and dropped everything in my hand.
- First thing, don't blame me, you shouldn't run in high heels. Second thing, how did the Baekhyun's manager know you had a sprained ankle? Did he see you falling?
- I'm not quite sure, but when I was picking up the papers I had dropped, Baekhyun helped me. The manager must have seen and asked him what had happened.
- Wait a minute. Baekhyun helped you? Byun Baekhyun? And do you say that with all that calmness as if you were saying that you had breakfast at the bakery?
- I was embarrassed, but then he started a conversation and it was like I was talking to a "normal person".
- AND YOU TWO HAD A CONVERSATION? I know I sleep early, but you can call me when something like this happens.
- Joohyun, keep calm! - Hera said laughing, because her friend was acting like Hera was talking about her high school crush. – He just asked about the showcase.
- Buy you talked with Byun Baekhyun and that's what matters. Aren't you interested in what's in this box? Open this now!
After an entire day and much insistence from Joohyun, Hera opened the box. There was an autographed album by Baekhyun where it had the following message:
"Thank s for your hard work. Please give love to City Lights,
Baekhyun".
Then she saw that she had a cream and a note:
"Ji Hyeran journalist,
I would like to thank you for the compliments that you said last night. I'm sending you my new album, so don't worry, you won't have to buy it. In addition, I'm also sending you an ointment to put on your ankle and recover as soon as possible. I hope to have the opportunity to know what you think about the songs and ask you more questions in the future.
Baekhyun."
At first, Hera thought it was a gift for all journalists who attended the press conference, but after seeing that Baekhyun had sent it especially to her, she felt something different.
After the outbreaks of Joohyun already wondering how beautiful it would be to see them being a couple, Hera went to her bed, but could not sleep thinking of the words Baekhyun had written to her.
Across town, Baekhyun was finishing his day's schedule. He had made some recordings for music shows and for their exclusive content on the internet. Already in his apartment, he thought of the journalist. He wanted to know what her reaction had been to receiving the gift or if she had actually listened to his album.
Thanks to his manager, he gotten her cell number and her instagram, thought of sending a message, but thought it would scare her. But nothing prevented him from seeing the photos the journalist had posted. He could tell she was a simple person, enjoyed spending her free time in cafes, and enjoyed any kind of art. What struck him most was that she practiced martial arts because she seemed so fragile.
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Baekhyun smiled as he saw each photo of the journalist.
Hera smiled as she remembered the singer's note.
How had a single glance at a press conference caused this on them? It was the question they were both seeking to answer.
Hera woke up the other day, picked up her cell phone, and an notification from Instagram made the journalist widen her eyes and her heart beat faster than usual:
"byunbaekhyun liked your post."
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