Chapter 11 : The Cost of Mistakes
“I don’t want to use the word incompetent but how would a P.A not know why to fix a printer” He muttered as he folded his sleeves.
“I’m sorry” She took a bow.
“Will your apology rewind time?” He said.
“It’s almost closing hours and you know how important this project is for the company” He muttered. She fell silent.
He was done in ten minutes.
“All thanks to you I’ll work overtime” He said. He stopped on his tracks as he made to open the door.
“I won’t be the only one working overtime.You’ll close today by 10pm” He said as he turned.
“The company has someone who fix printers so call him from now on…I won’t be there for you like I used to” He said and left.
10PM,BUS-STOP*
“I already missed my bus.I’ll just wait here probably I’d find a taxi”
She tried hailing a taxi but all the taxi’s she saw were already reserved.
“Omo” She smiled as she finally found a vacant one. She hailed the the taxi.The driver parked.
She told him where she was headed to but he charged her triple the amount.
“Mwo!” She exclaimed in shock.
“There is a traffic jam at the front so I have to charge triple for the time and fuel” He said.
“Can you please give me a discount?” She pleaded.
“No” He said firmly and drove off.
“I have to walk home today all thanks to that leech” She muttered as she began walking home.
“isn’t that Rose?” Ryan muttered as he drove past her. He reversed.
“Hello there” He said as he whined down his car’s window.
“Please am already frustrated enough,don’t add to it if you have any human sympathy” She said and walked away.
He kept on following her until he bumped into someone’s car.Rose stuck out her tongue at him and walked away.
THE PARK’S MANSION*
“Where are coming from Sara?” Mr Park asked as he switched on the lights.
“Don’t I no longer have freedom to go out and come in whenever I like?” She said as she headed upstairs.
“Where have you been going to?,You sneak in and out of the house these days” He said as he sat on the bed. She got up from the bed and went to the bathroom.
“What’s up with her?” He muttered.
JEJU ISLAND*
“Are you up there,Kim?” Nabi Kim smiled as she stared at the stars.
Nabi Kim is Rose and Minho’s mom.
“Our kids are all grown up. Minho is in the university while Rose works…for the…park’s family” She muttered sadly.
“We failed her as a parent…Our princess always wanted to become an idol….But….She became a personal assistant instead….Just to be able to pay off the debt, send Minho to school and…take care…of me” Nabi cried.
“I wonder how she survives.I can’t find the courage to call her or even go visit her…I’m a disgrace to motherhood” She sniffed.
“When she comes visiting…I avoid her by leaving the house…When she calls I don’t pick up…I can’t pick up her calls or reply her texts…When she carries out the duty of mother outrightly….I should be the one sending her money for upkeep and but it’s happening the other way around” She sniffed.
“How can I look her in the eyes?, I’m not even fit to be a mother…I don’t deserve her” She said as she wiped off her tears.
“We had plans for our kids but fate ruined everything…I’m just a poor fish seller…How will I be able to help our kids in achieving their dreams?” She sniffed.
“Kim….I know I’m a failed mother but can you please watch over our kids?” She muttered as she looked at the stars.
LUXURY HOTEL*
Rose came in and took a bow.
“Didn’t you learn how to knock?” He asked coldly.
“You hated it whenever I knocked before coming in” She said.
“You said ‘Hated’ which means it was in the past,So now you’ve to knock before coming in” He said.
“Did I do something wrong?” She muttered.
“What are you here for?” He asked.
“I came to inform you that the head manager left without any prior notice” She said.
“Did he leave to attend a meeting or something?” He asked.She shook her head.
“Did I speak to you by shaking my head?” He asked.
“I’m sorry” She bowed.
“Whatever. Just prepare his termination letter, look for his replacement and kindly-
“Use the door” She interrupted him.
“I don’t know why you act cold towards me these days but it’s fine” She said with teary eyes.
“I’d knock before coming in,I’ll serve your coffee and leave or maybe bring the machine here and send files to me instead of bringing them to you and what next?” She asked.
“Now I get it,You’re not happy that I’m almost done paying my dad’s debt,You still want me to be here so your family can torment me…It’s fine” She said as she shed a tear.
“I don’t know why I feel this way,I don’t know why it hurts that you’re creating a distance between us but I hope the distance last forever” She sniffed.
“Rose,I didn’t mean-
“I’ll use the door” She bowed and left.
“This wasn’t the plan” He muttered.
Chapter 12 : A Test of Patience
ROSE’S PLACE*
“I can’t remember when last I took a day off” She muttered as she took off her gloves.
“I’m done washing the dishes so what am I going to do next?” She muttered as she looked around the kitchen.
“I still have some soup left” She muttered as she opened her pot.
“I suddenly crave tteokbokki” She muttered. There was a knock on the door.
“I wonder who remembered me” She smiled as she went to open the door.
“Ta-da!” Lily smiled. Rose quickly dragged her in.
“Yah!, What are you doing here?” Rose asked.
“I made some tteokbokki so I thought you might want some” She smiled.
“I was craving it but how did you know I was home?” She raised a brow.
“Hmmm…Don’t scold me…I went to your work-
“Mwo!!” Rose exclaimed.
“I went there but I couldn’t find you in your office so I thought you might be home” She said.
“Ain’t you scared of being recognized?, You think no one would recognize you because you’re wearing a mask and a face cap…Dream on girl” She said.
“I can’t believe this but anyway come in let’s have lunch together” She said as she removed her shoes.
TWILIGHT DORM*
“You’ll never get the chance to be with her” Alan whispered.Rain sighed as he dropped his phone.
“She’s close to me,She’s in this country but she seems far away like the distance between heaven and earth” He said.
“She doesn’t have time for you. Do you know the number of times she has snubbed you?” Alan asked.
“She has never replied any of your DM’s even when you asked to do a collaboration she read it but never replied” Dante said.
“It’s obvious that girl wants nothing to do with you.Just delete her pictures and save some phone storage” Paul said.
“What doesn’t she like about me?” Rain muttered.
“Have you heard of NewJeans upcoming album?” Alan asked.
THE PARK’S MANSION*
“It feels like it’s been forever since you last came here” Mr Park said descending from the stairs with Sara behind him.Ryan stood up and bowed in respect.
“Have you had a thought about having a wine brand?” Mr Park asked as he took his seat.
“Please don’t start it.Our child came to visit us after six months and you’re talking about wine and brand” She scoffed.Ryan chuckled.
“Sorry, Mrs Sara Park” Mr Park bowed.
“That’s better” She smiled.
They kept on talking until Sara’s phone dinged.
It was a message from a restricted number.
💬 : “I see you guys are having a great time”
She looked around then it dinged again. It was a photo of them in the sitting room.She looked around.It dinged again.
💬 : “Why looking around Mrs Sara Park?”
She began sweating profusely.
“Are you okay,Mom?” Ryan asked.Mr park looked at her.
“I’m fine” She faked a smile.
💬 : “Leave the house before I lose it and come in there and tell your family about the truth”
“I have to go somewhere” She sprang up.
“Yeobo, Gwenchana?” Mr Park asked.
“I’m fine” She forced a smile.
“Where are you heading to?.I can drop you off” Ryan said.
“No, Don’t worry I’m going to meet a friend” She said.
“Are you-
“Good bye” She said and left.
Ryan and his dad kept on talking until Ryan checked the time.
“It’s been two hours already,Let me be on my way” He said.
“Ok,I knew you weren’t going to stay for long since your mom isn’t around” His dad said sarcastically as he got up making Ryan smile.
“Where is your driver?” His dad as Ryan went to his car.
“I gave him a day off” He said.
“Ok.Drive safely and give me a call once you get ho-
He couldn’t complete his sentence when he saw Sara’s driver.
“Why are you here?” He asked.
“Didn’t you leave with mom?” Ryan asked.
“No,Mrs Park goes out alone these days” He bowed.
“When did mom start going out without a driver?” Ryan smiled.
“You may leave” His dad said.The driver bowed and left.
“I’m sure there’s something fishy going on” Mr Park muttered.
UNKNOWN LOCATION*
The whole area was dark.
“Where are you!” Sara shouted.
“I want to see you!, How dare you threaten me!” She shouted.
“And how dare you get your hands dirty?” A voice said.
“Do you remember what remember happened years back and if you don’t I’ll help you out but I’ll only do that after I reveal your secrets to the whole world” A masked man appeared in front of her.
“I don’t care!” She stated.
“Think about it,All the fame,honour,power and wealth will go down the drain.You’ll be criticized by everyone including your dearest husband” He said.
“What do you want?” She pleaded.
“I want nothing for now” He said.
“Who are you!” She shouted as she tried taking off his mask.He pushed her to the ground.
“I’ll make sure you regret your actions,Two faced being” He said and left.
Chapter 13 : The Unexpected Visitor
LUXURY HOTEL*
There was a knock on the door.
“Come in” Ryan said. Rose bowed and walked to his desk.
“Stunning” He muttered.
“What?”
“I mean the whole area looks stunning not like it’s any of your business” He muttered.
“It’s not like I care either” She rolled her eyes. Ryan’s eyes widened.
“Yah,Don’t you dare do that.It’s your guts for me by the way” He rolled his eyes.
“I don’t have time for this” She said.
“Then where are you here?” He asked.
“I don’t know why I came here.I guess I was bored so I wanted to go for a walk” She said.
“Is my office a park or something?”
“Like I said I don’t have time so since there’s nothing for me to do…I’mma go for a walk” She said.
“You’re not permit-
“Goodbye” She bowed and left.
OUTSIDE LUXURY HOTEL*
There is a garden outside luxury hotel.
“This is nice” Rose muttered as she touched the flowers.
“Nabi(Butterfly)” She smiled as she saw a butterfly.
“It’s so beautiful” She smiled looking at it before resuming her walk.
“Let me go back before that leech starts complaining” She made to turn then she bumped into someone.
“Oh my!” He exclaimed as his phone fell to the ground.
“I’m sorry” She muttered as she picked it up.
“Omo.The screen…is broken” She muttered.He sighed.
“It’s fine” He said as he took the phone from her.
“I’m sorry” She bowed.
“What’s your name?” He asked.
“Rose” She muttered.
“I’m Jayden,Nice to meet you” He smiled as he extended his hand.
“Nice to meet you too” She said as she shook hands with him.
“Jayden bro!” Someone shouted.They turned.
“Scarlett sis!” He smiled.
“Bro?,Sis?” Rose muttered.
“Scarlett once said she had a twin brother,Is he Jayden?” Her eyes widened.
“Hi pal!” They shook hands.
“Oh my,I missed you so much” He said as he pulled her into a hug.
“I missed you more” She smiled as she broke the hug.
“You got here sooner than I expected” He said.
“I wanted to say same,I work here as a receptionist” She smiled.
“Oh my,I’ve been here since last night” He smiled.
“I wasn’t on duty last night” She said.
“May I ask you a question?” Rose asked facing Scarlett.She nodded her head.
“Is he your twin bro?” She raised a brow.
“Yeah, Oh my bad, Hmmm Jayden meet Rose,Rose-
“We’ve met already” Jayden said.
“F**k you” Scarlett smiled.Jayden hissed.
“Can I have your contact?” He asked.
“Ohh Okkk” She stressed as she looked at Scarlett.Scarlett winked at her.
*Here” He smiled as he handed her phone.
“Kim Jisoo!!!” Someone shouted behind them.
“Who the f**k are you?” Scarlett said as she turned. She staggered backwards when she saw Ryan.
“Here” Rose smiled as she handed Jayden his phone.
Ryan’s eyes widened.He quickly walked to them.
“I hate your guts.I called your name but you still gave out your number” He said.
“Make sure to call me” She winked at Jayden as she but her lower lip. Ryan was shocked.
“Ok” Jayden sighed deeply.
“Come with me” He said as she dragged her away.
RYAN’S OFFICE*
“What was the meaning of that?” Ryan asked as he let go of her hand.
“Exchanging numbers” She said.
“You exchanged numbers,Told him to call you,Smiled and Winked at him and even bit your lower lips” He raised his brows.
“Like this?” She bit her lower lip.
“Stop it” He said.She smiled as she bit her lower lips again.
“Stop it.You’re getting on my nerves” He swallowed hard.She bit her lips again.
He pinned her to the wall.She gasped.
“Ryan” She muttered.
“How does it feel?, You flirt in front me and tease me.Is it fun?” He muttered softly.
“Ry-
“Shhh” He hushed. He swallowed hard as he looked at her lips.
“Rose” He muttered as he ran his thumb on her lips.
“I lo-
Rose pushed him away.
“Pervert” She knocked him on his head and ran off.
“What the!” He muttered.
THE PARK’S MANSION*
“Are you fine?, You’ve been pacing around all day” Mr Park said.
“If you won’t answer then it’s fine.The president called” He asked.
“We should inform Ryan about the alliance” He said.
“Are you sure Ryan would agree to this?” She asked.
“Thank the Lord.You’ve finally opened your mouth since last night.He’d agree I’m sure of that,it’s not like he’s in a relationship” He said.
“Mirabelle is a nice girl.I’m sure they’d get along once they spend some time together” Sara smiled.
Chapter 14 : The Power of Words
RYAN’S OFFICE*
“What the!, Alliance!,President’s daughter?, You mean Kim Mira?” He exclaimed.
“Is she some sort of ghost or something?” His mom asked.
“When I saw you I thought you came to check up on me but you came here to talk about marriage?, Mom I’m just 23!” He stated.
“And she’s just 22” Sara said.
“By the way,Don’t forget to go pick her up from the airport” His mom said.She blew him a kiss and left.
“What the!” He exclaimed as he banged his desk in frustration.
Mrs Park was walking to her car then her phone dinged.She sighed.
💬 : “Shouldn’t you ask for forgiveness before it’s too late?”
“I won’t spare you once I found out who you are” She muttered.
ROSE’S OFFICE*
Rose banged her hand on her desk in frustration.
“Why can’t I get that scene out of my head!” She snapped.
“Maybe I need some fresh air to clear my head” She said as she got up.
A CAFE*
“I suddenly feel alone” She muttered as she sipped her coffee.
“No one remembers me even that Minho brat” She shook her head. Her phone rang.
“It’s an unknown number” She muttered.
“Yeoboseyo (Hello)” She said.
“I don’t know what you said but I’m Jayden”
“Ok.How’re you doing?” She asked.
“I suck at talking to a guy” She thought as she closed her eyes tightly.
“Hello?, Are you there,Rosie?”
“Rosie” She smiled.
“Don’t you like the name?”
“No,I love it.Can I call you, Jay?” She asked.
“No p but could we meet up later probably after you close from work?”
“I don’t know if I’ll be strong enough to hangout after I close from work” She slightly chuckled.
“What about now?,I’m so bored”.
“Cool,Come to the cafe beside the hotel” She smiled.
“Ok,I’ll be there in five minutes”.
“Ok” She smiled and hung up.
“Rosie” She smiled as she sipped her drink.
G.G DORM*
“I can’t believe these two don’t get tired” Lily sighed.
“Who do you think you are!” Mabel snapped.
“Watch your tone with me!” Olive snapped back.
“Don’t you dare raise your f**king voice at me!” Mabel fired.
“Me?, Dare?, Fking?!” Olive’s eyes widened. Olive knocked her on the head. “Brat!.Even Alan won’t speak to me in that tone!” Olive spat. “Fk you!” Mabel spat as she raised her to Olive. Yuna held her hand.
“Hajima (Don’t)” She warned.Mabel dropped her hair down.
Lily sat down on the kitchen counter sipping her coffee.
“Cause i-i-i-i-i know what you like boy
You’re my-my-my-my chemical boy
I’m super shy super shy
Oh wait a minute while I make you mine
make you mine” Lily sang.
Yuna looked at her.
“You shouldn’t you have stopped them?” Yuna muttered.
“Oh my, Oh my Gawd
Anti-ti-ti-ti fragile fragile.
Anti-ti-ti-ti fragile fragile…
Anti-ti-ti-ti fragile fragile” She winked.
“So you would sat down there and watched them tote themselves into pieces if I hadn’t come downstairs?” Yuna muttered.
“What’s your E.T.A
What’s your E.T.A
What’s your E.T.A
What’s your E.T.A” She sang as she got up from the counter and walked away.
“Omo, Omo, Omo, Aigo” He muttered as he drove past the cafe where Jayden and Rose were.
“Omo, I can’t believe these two” He scoffed.
INCHEON AIRPORT*
“Where the hell is she?” He muttered.
“If she’s not here in the next five minutes then she’ll have to find her way home” He muttered.
“Are you here for me?” A voice sat behind him.
“I’ve been waiti-
“Cute” He smiled as he bent down to hold her hands.
“What’s your name,Cutie?” He smiled.
“Park Anabelle” She muttered.
“Are you here alone?,Where are your parents?” He asked looking around.
“She’s…Huh?” The girl sighed as she placed her hands on her waist. Ryan’s mouth widened in amusement.
“Aigo” She rolled her eyes.
“Where is she?!” The girl exclaimed.
“Hey bunny” A voice said behind him. He turned,His mouth widened in shock.
“What the heck” He muttered.
“Raya” He smiled.
“What’s up bunny?” She smiled. Ana ran to her.
“Where were you mom?” She pouted.
“Mom?” Ryan muttered.
“Don’t you remember Ana?, My daughter?,Sorry your daughter” She smiled.
“Daebak” He muttered as he quickly went carry Ana.
“I’m so sorry” He pecked her cheeks.Ana giggled.
“You have a daughter?” A girl asked.
“Mira” He muttered.
“I feel so betrayed.You were supposed to come pick me up but here you are with your family” She scoffed.
“Who is she?” Raya smiled.
“She’s Mir-
“I’m his girlfriend” She rolled her eyes as she folded her hands under her b**bs.
“Look at that attitude,Bravo” Raya clapped her hands.
“Whatever” Mira scoffed.
“Don’t you dare speak to my mom in that tone?” Ana warned.Ryan smiled.
“You got that?” Ana rolled her eyes.
“She’s truly a park” Ryan smirked.
“What the!” Mira scoffed.
“Heck!” Ana said.
“Who unleashed you?” Raya asked.
“Are you calling me a dog!” Mira snapped.
“There are animals in human form these days, Sweetheart” Raya smirked.
Chapter 15 : A Moment of Vulnerability
THE PARK’S MANSION*
“Shouldn’t you tell your parents what happened?” Mira asked.
“Can you guys come in?” Sara said.
“No!, Why didn’t anyone tell me that Ryan has a child?” She snapped.
“A child?” Mr Park muttered.
“I really hate it when people act innocent” She scoffed.
Anabelle and Raya arrived in a taxi.
“She didn’t even let me bring them home” Ryan hissed at Mira.
“Raya” Sara smiled as she walked to her.
“My Angel is back!” Mr Park shouted as she pulled her into a hug.
“Hello,Hello,I’m here” Ana said.Mr Park broke the hug.
“Come here Ana” Ryan smiled.He carried her in his arms as they all went in.
“Who is she?” Mira asked as she sat on a couch.
“She’s my older sister” Ryan said.
“And my mom” Ana said.
“She really is Raya’s daughter” Sara smiled.
“By the way,Not like you asked but my name is Park Anabelle” She said.
“Aigo” Mr Park chuckled.
“Ryan has an older sister?,I’ve never heard of her” Mira said.
“Because I choose to keep my existence private unlike you” Raya smiled as she crossed her legs.
“Why didn’t you tell us about your arrival?” Mr Park asked.
“I wanted to surprise you guys but I ended up getting surprised or rather…shocked” She hissed.
“You guys should get along because she’d be your sister in-law in a month” Sara smiled.
“Mwo!” Raya exclaimed.
“Finally,Someone who gets me has arrived” Ryan shook his head.
BLOOM ENTERTAINMENT*
The members were having a warm-up section.
“Are you guys here to workout or for rehearsals?” Manager Kim blinked continuously making the boys chuckle.
*We decided to warm up a little bit” Alan said.
“Mouthpiece” Manager Kim smiled.
“Anyway,Warm up for all I care but you shouldn’t forget to practice…Your dance instructor would be here soon” He said.
“I think we’ve exercised enough. Let’s go to the practice room if we want to win the award” Rain said.
“isn’t Glitter Girls our competitor?, It’s a surprise he’s telling us to practice to win the award” Dante muttered.
“What did you say?” Manager Kim asked.
“I said good luck to our group” He smiled.Rain glared at him.
LIMELIGHT ENTERTAINMENT*
“Jinjja pigunae!” Mabel muttered as she followed Lily’s dance steps. Yuna smiled.
“Welcome to the kpop world” Lily muttered.
“Jinjja motaeyo (I really can’t do it)” She muttered as she sat on the floor.
“Is this how you’re going to do on that day?” Olive asked.
“Please spare her some taunts” Yuna said.
“And get up” Lily said.
“We have to win that award at all cost” Yuna said.
RYAN’S OFFICE*
There was a knock on the door.
“I can’t believe she didn’t even call to ask where I went to” He muttered.
There was a knock again.
“Don’t come in”
The door opened.
“Don’t you understand simple instruct-
“Hi” Ana said as she removed her glasses.
“Omo!, Where is your mom?” He asked as she walked to him.
“At home and how do they sat on this?” She asked pointing at his desk.
“Huh?”
“Yh” She said as she tried climbing the chair in front of him.
“Wait,Come here” He said.She walked to him and he gently placed her on his desk.
“How did you get here and how did you find my office?” He smiled.
“I asked the driver to bring me here and I asked a lady for help” She said.
“A lady?, What’s her name?” He blinked.
“I know you look cute you don’t need to prove it to me” She said as she stroked his hair gently.Ryan chuckled.
“I don’t recall her name but I introduced myself to her and asked her to help get me a bowl of ice cream” She said.
“How did you introduce yourself?” He asked a brow.
“Good day ma’am,I’m Park Anabelle.Park Ryan’s niece so if you mind can you take him to his office?”
“Omo” He muttered.Rose came in with a bowl of ice cream. She bowed and walked to them.
“Here” She smiled as she handed her the ice cream.
“Thank you but could you please feed me?” Ana pouted.Rose looked at Ryan.
“Go ahead” He said.Rose took the bowl from her and carried her in her arms.They sat on a couch.
“Do you like it?” Rose smiled.Ana winked at her.
“You’re good with kids” Ryan muttered as he walked to them.
“She’s so lovely” Ana smiled.
“Since you’re so good with kids mind if I give you one?” Ryan whispered making Rose’s eyes widen.
“What are you guys talking about?” Ana asked.
“Nothing much.Just talking about the future” He smiled.
“I’ll be back shortly,Cutie” He pecked Ana’s forehead.
“Don’t miss me too much,Wifey” He whispered to Rose.
RECEPTION*
“Thank goodness,Scarlett is on duty” He muttered as he walked with his hands in his pocket.
“Annyeonghaseyo (Hello)” She bowed in respect.He clears his throat.
“You remember I told you the other day that your salary might be at stake” He smiled.
“Yes sir” She said in respect.
“I might increase your salary by giving you a bonus but on one condition” He said.She smiled.