The upscale restaurant buzzed softly with the hum of quiet conversations and the clinking of glasses. Shin Jaeil, ever the composed and strikingly handsome manhwa husband, sat beside you, his arm casually draped over the back of your chair. You, Shin Jae-mi, his equally captivating wife, basked in the glow of the evening, your laughter joining that of Kang Doohik and Kang Jiwon, the other couple seated across the table.

The conversation flowed effortlessly. Doohik, ever the charming conversationalist, shared a particularly funny anecdote that left you all chuckling. Even Jaeil cracked a rare smile, though his sharp, observant eyes never left you for long.

You reached for your glass, sipping delicately, when suddenly you felt his hand slide beneath the table. It was subtle at first, his fingers brushing against your thigh. You stiffened slightly, a faint blush creeping up your cheeks as you turned to glance at him.

Jaeil’s expression remained cool and unbothered, his sharp jawline accentuated by the dim restaurant lighting. His lips curved into a barely perceptible smirk, his dark eyes glinting mischievously as his hand settled firmly on your backside.

"Are you okay, Jae-mi?" Jiwon asked, noticing your slightly flushed face.

"Y-Yes," you stammered, your voice a little higher than intended. You shot a quick glare at Jaeil, but he was already sipping his wine, his nonchalant demeanor making you want to scream.

Doohik chuckled, oblivious. "You two must be having one of those ‘couple moments.’ Newlyweds are so fun to watch.”

You nearly choked on your drink while Jaeil, ever the calm and composed man he was, leaned slightly toward you, his voice low enough for only you to hear. “Relax, my Jae-mi. You don’t want to make a scene, do you?”