Chapter 34
What should I do?
Yeon-hee’s heart was racing. Despite her bold words, she was inwardly flustered.
This is my chance!
The moment Jo Shim-hyang had made her request, Yeon-hee’s mind sparked with an idea: a perfect chance to get closer to Lee Se-woong.
Setting up this situation had been easy enough, but now, she was unsure of her next move.
She had taken a step forward impulsively, but now, just as she was about to pull a move on Lee Se-woong, her head was spinning.
She couldn’t let him see her faltering, though. She needed to leave a strong impression on him!
There are too many women after Gaga!
For example, that Moyong girl who’d dared to give Gaga a scented sachet.
Then there was Jegal Yeong, who lingered around him all day under the guise of “work.”
Those foolish women only approached him because of his good looks, but she was different.
She admired his deep, resonant voice, the way he paid attention to others, his outstanding martial skills, and his humility despite it all.
If someone asked her why she liked Lee Se-woong, she could go on about him until sunset.
She had entirely forgotten how she had been mesmerized by his face the first time she saw him.
I can do this!
Yeon-hee steadied herself by focusing on her inner energy. As the familiar flow of Lightning Qi coursed through her body, she felt a bit calmer.
“Alright, Gaga. From now on, this is a secluded alley, alright?”
It was a bit of a roleplay.
With her arms outstretched, Yeon-hee motioned as if the area had transformed into a quiet alley. She pretended to stroll, and Lee Se-woong played along beside her.
“Listen closely, Unnie. You must never approach a man too boldly. The key is to make him want to take the first step.”
“Yeon-hee, where did you even hear that—”
“Gaga, shh! Focus!”
Yeon-hee scolded him and continued with her act.
They walked side by side, and then she cupped her hands to her mouth, blowing warm breaths.
“Oh, my hands are so cold.”
“……”
“Is there anything warm around here?”
Her acting was awkward, and it made Lee Se-woong freeze up for a moment. But as soon as she shot him a glance, he quickly responded.
“Are your hands cold, Yeon-hee?”
“Yes, Gaga!”
“We can’t have that.”
Lee Se-woong reached out and took her hands in his.
Smiling softly, Yeon-hee naturally leaned her head on his shoulder, intertwining their fingers.
“See? When a man musters the courage to make a move, you have to give him an appropriate reward!”
“Is that how it works?”
“Of course. Just think about it, Unnie. When he finally gathers the nerve to hold hands, and you intertwine fingers in response—it’d make his heart skip a beat, wouldn’t it?”
This is working.
Though half-forcing Lee Se-woong along, Yeon-hee noticed that Jo Shim-hyang was nodding in admiration, her eyes filled with curiosity.
“So, Gaga. Are you feeling flustered?”
“……”
Drawing even closer, Yeon-hee gazed up at him. He felt his heart stir, but he dismissed it as just a natural reaction to her sudden approach.
“Gaga?”
“Yeah, it’s a bit…flustering.”
“Really?”
“Of course.”
Jo Shim-hyang watched them with shining eyes, as if utterly captivated.
For Lee Se-woong, this was exhausting. And he knew this was only the beginning.
“The tricky part is not waiting too long. Sometimes, you have to take a step forward yourself, just at the right moment.”
Yeon-hee explained as she took a few steps away from Lee Se-woong, then slowly closed the distance between them again, almost rushing toward him.
She stumbled, pretending to trip over something, causing him to lean down and catch her. Thankfully, he wasn’t too late.
Just as he felt relief, something soft brushed against his cheek.
Smooch.
It was softer than a ripe tangerine and moist as morning dew.
It was Yeon-hee’s lips.
“Kyaa!”
“Y-Yeon-hee?”
“Gaga, I’m so sorry! I tripped over a rock and, well…”
Jo Shim-hyang squealed in excitement, while Lee Se-woong was completely flustered.
Yeon-hee gave him a playful wink.
‘I… I actually did it!’
She tried to act calm, but her heart was already pounding hard, as if someone were hammering away at it. She was so worried he might hear it.
She had set out to show him how to make someone’s heart race, but she had fallen right into her own trap.
Oh well.
Unnie would manage herself!
Yeon-hee resolved to indulge in this moment to her heart’s content.
“Gaga, I think I got scratched somewhere. Could you take a look?”
“Where?”
She pointed to her neck, and he leaned in to check, genuinely concerned.
There’s no scratch…
He glanced back at her, puzzled, and she smiled shyly.
“Hehe, this way I’m at eye level with you. Looking right at each other…it’s nice.”
“……”
“Did you think I’d kiss you on the cheek? Sorry to disappoint!”
Yeon-hee’s confidence was like an unleashed stallion.
Lee Se-woong felt like he had no choice but to go along, half-dazed by her energy.
I can’t just let this go!
Yeon-hee had crossed the line, using Jo Shim-hyang’s pure desire to get closer to her husband as an excuse.
Alright, Yeon-hee. Let’s see how you handle this!
He reached his arm out to press against the wall, pushing closer to her, backing her against it.
Thud.
Yeon-hee found herself backed against the wall, with Lee Se-woong’s arms and shoulders blocking any possible escape route. He looked down at her and whispered,
“Gaga…?”
“Just stay still.”
His rough voice slipped past her ear, making her knees weak. What should she do? Should she close her eyes?
Yeon-hee barely managed to control her pounding heart as she entrusted herself to Lee Se-woong’s impulsive action.
His face drew nearer, his hand reaching out, almost touching her. Their breathing grew heavier, intensifying the moment.
“Are… are you serious?”
“… …”
“Gaga, any more than this… No, stop!”
Yeon-hee, who had been teasing him as if daring him to come closer, crumbled helplessly when Lee Se-woong took the initiative.
“It looked like there was a bug on the wall.”
“Oh, I see. I almost misunderstood!”
Both tried to diffuse the tension quickly, but their flustered voices betrayed the lingering excitement.
Clap, clap!
“You two are really inseparable, huh?”
Jo Shim-hyang clapped her hands, her admiration genuine.
Her sparkling eyes even held a hint of awe.
She was so absorbed in watching them that her cheeks flushed as red as ripe persimmons.
Embarrassed, the two quickly moved apart.
“So… how was that, Unnie? Was that helpful?”
“Yes. So just pretend I’m not here and carry on.”
“Oh, come on! That’s so embarrassing!”
Despite enjoying the moment thoroughly, Yeon-hee’s sudden bashfulness annoyed Lee Se-woong to no end.
***
That was close.
Initially, he thought he’d just humour Yeon-hee.
He felt a bit guilty for inadvertently upsetting Jo Shim-hyang earlier, and he remembered how much he owed her for helping him with Namgung Jin.
But Yeon-hee’s boldness was no joke today.
Her awkward attempts at seduction, though clumsy at first, grew more natural and daring with each attempt—not in a sexual way, but in a way that was increasingly intense and bold.
How have I held back this long?
Her previous playful acts were nothing compared to her audacity now. Lee Se-woong had no idea she could be this assertive.
This is driving me crazy.
The issue was, he didn’t exactly dislike it.
His heart, which he swore he could almost hear, began to beat faster the moment her lips brushed his cheek.
So she wants to play, huh?
His mind was a whirlwind of thoughts.
Yeon-hee, constantly teasing him at close range, seemed to want him to lose his composure, judging by her smug, blush-stained expression.
He wanted to shatter that false air of calm.
Thud!
He cornered her against the wall, and she stopped resisting, accepting the inevitable.
Her lowered gaze, trying to hide her embarrassment, was beautiful.
Her lips, slightly moist, seemed all too inviting. He couldn’t resist the urge he felt.
“N-No!”
Her sudden exclamation snapped him back to his senses.
Had he really been swept up by the atmosphere? Maybe he was just too carried away by the sweet mood between them. Thank goodness she stopped him.
“You two are really inseparable, huh?”
He had almost forgotten Jo Shim-hyang was watching.
Why had he let it go that far?
Only after being left alone in his room did the regret hit him.
I want to die.
Displaying affection with Yeon-hee in front of others was practically social suicide.
He couldn’t forget Jo Shim-hyang’s sparkling gaze, watching them with such admiration.
How am I ever going to show my face again?
I don’t know. For now, I don’t want to see anyone from the Namgung family.
If Jo Shim-hyang dares to tell anyone about this, I won’t have the will to go on.
“Ah, there you are… er, I mean, brother-in-law. It’s been a while.”
But life rarely goes as planned.
Not even ten minutes after his resolution, he ran into someone.
It was Namgung Jin, Jo Shim-hyang’s husband and Yeon-hee’s third brother.
“Yes, brother-in-law. Have you been well?”
“Oh, nothing unusual, really. Well, maybe a little issue, actually.”
“An issue? Is that why you came to see me?”
“Sort of. Would you spare a moment for me?”
What now?
Fine. Since you’re here, let’s hear it.
“I heard from my second brother that after taking your advice, his relationship with his wife has been great, and they even have a third child on the way.”
“…….”
“Though I arrogantly scolded you back then… I’ve come to ask you for a favour.”
Please let this be a joke.
I listened quietly as Namgung Jin spoke.
“My wife… she’s truly too good for me. I’m hopeless when it comes to matters like these. I don’t think I’ve managed to make her as happy as she makes me.”
“…….”
“Watching how you treat Yeon-hee made me realize something. Seeing Yeon-hee happy, I thought, ‘That’s how a husband should treat his wife.’”
“…….”
“Would you teach me? Teach me the courage to love one’s wife regardless of what others think. That secret, please!”
Wait. Is this really happening?
Jo Shim-hyang wanted her husband to take the lead. Namgung Jin wanted to be more affectionate with his wife.
They were actually in love.
The truth was, they cared for each other so much that they were coming to someone younger like me, seeking advice on how to be a loving couple.
Why involve me in this?
Couldn’t you just have a heart-to-heart conversation without involving me? Don’t you believe in communication in marriage? Is this a joke to you?
Namgung Jin, you have insulted me.
All this happened because of him. A man of the Namgung Family who can’t express his feelings to his wife, creating this whole mess?
I would make him pay for the humiliation I endured.
“Are you ready to make that commitment, brother-in-law?”
It was time for revenge.
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