In a world governed by the Soulmate System, everyone receives a faint countdown on their wrist at age 21.
These numbers track the exact distance between them and their soulmate, revealing just how near-or how far-they truly are.
Started: February 2...
After Aen received her salary, she and Yoongi stopped at a nearby 7-Eleven.
She insisted on buying a bottle of white wine for Angel and her fiancé as a thank-you for the lunch invite.
Yoongi tried to reach for his wallet, but Aen gently blocked him.
"This is on me, Yoon. I’m a working woman again, remember?" she teased.
"Besides, I still owe you that dinner date tonight."
Yoongi chuckled, admiring her stubborn independence.
"I'll hold you to that, Jagi."
***
Lunch at the apartment was warm and filled with laughter.
Angel and her fiancé had gone all out with the spread.
They spent the afternoon talking about everything—Aen’s relationship, the workplace drama, and the bittersweet plans for Angel’s fiancé before he had to depart South Korea.
Though Angel was devastated that Aen couldn't risk going to the airport due to the paparazzi, she prioritized Aen’s safety above all else.
Once the couple left for their own date, the apartment grew quiet.
Yoongi turned to Aen, his face clouding with the worry he’d been holding back since the CEO's office.
"Aen-ah..."
Aen reached up, cupping his face.
"Stop worrying. I'll be fine. I’ve been away for two weeks; the crowd at my usual spots has likely moved on to the next scandal."
"But if they see you—"
"I'll be extra careful, I promise."
"Okay."
***
Later that night, Aen kept her word and cooked a simple, heartfelt dinner.
She made sure to prepare the dishes he liked best, setting the table with a quiet elegance.
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Yoongi’s face lit up when he saw the effort she had made.
In a rare burst of spontaneous affection, his body moved on its own—he leaned in and pressed a lingering kiss to her cheek.
Aen froze, her fork halfway to her mouth, as a deep blush crept up her neck.
He definitely enjoyed the sweet dinner date that Aen had promised him.
It felt like a new milestone in their relationship, having him there in her sanctuary.
