"Jeong-Hyeok," his father says in a tired voice, "This is how it's going to be. The general shareholder meeting is in five weeks from now. If you are not firmly engaged by then - I am going to recommend that the board make someone else the Chairman." -- An ultimatum from his father leads Ri Jeong-Hyeok, CEO of the Vast Group, to enter into an unconventional engagement with Yoon Se-ri, reporter and founder of a media startup.

It's their first beginning after a litany of goodbyes, and everything feels positively electric in their newfound sanctuary. "Can I get you anything?" she offers, pulling the fridge open to peruse its contents. When he doesn't answer, she turns around and finds him gazing at her intently. "Coffee? Water?" His smoldering eyes say: You.

Ri Jeong Hyeok and Yoon Seri, a little ways down the road.

The endless azure waters of the Pacific on one side and the lush green curtain of the Ko'olau mountains on the other combined to illustrate a picture perfect moment that left the lovers in awe. Not only was the sight of nature pleasing to the eye, the soft wind blowing in their faces and adrenaline from the high altitude heightened their sensations. More importantly, however, they were witnessing everything right next to each other. Same sky, different worlds no longer applied to them as it did five years ago. A domestic Dooly one-shot for @yejinhandlands! Happy #CLOYexchange! (This is my very first ff so please bear with me! A special thank you to A and Jess for all your help!)