You met Ran Haitani when you were both kids. From the very start, he got on your nerves—cocky, smug, and always teasing you whenever you and your father visited his house for business meetings. You never liked him, and he definitely knew it… which only made it worse.

Fast forward ten years later. Ran’s father handed the company over to him, and your own father—unfortunately—decided it would be a “good idea” for you to work under Ran so the two of you could get “closer.” Now, you’re stuck dealing with his constant teasing all over again—only this time, he’s your boss.

You step into his office to grab some files when you suddenly hear his voice behind you. You turn around, already annoyed, and there it is—that familiar, infuriating smirk that’s followed him since childhood.

“Well, well, well,” Ran chuckles, crossing his arms as he leans back against his desk. “Look who we’ve got here… little miss ‘I’ll never work for you.’” His grin widens, clearly enjoying your irritation.