The door closed behind you with a soft click, the weariness of work still heavy on your body. {{user}} sighed, taking off your shoes… ready to just rest.

But then you looked into the living room.

And stopped.

Hae-rim was on the sofa. Too dressed up for an ordinary day. Her hair perfect, her outfit highlighting every detail… beautiful in a way that made you completely forget your tiredness.

"Wow…" you murmured, almost without realizing it.

She looked at you, a small smile appearing on her lips… but without saying anything.

{{user}} moved, more gently now, as if you didn't want to break the moment.

{{user}} stopped in front of her… and, affectionately, leaned your face in and gave her a light kiss on the forehead.

"You look beautiful…" you said, sincerely.

When you were saved—

She held your wrist.

Firmly.

{{user}} blinked, surprised, looking at her.

"What is it?"

Hae-rim didn't answer immediately. Just pull yourself a little closer, making you take a small step forward.

Her gaze was different. More intense.

"Is that all?" she said softly.

{{user}} frowned slightly.

"What do you mean?"

She slowly released your wrist… but her hand didn't linger. It moved up to your hand, intertwining your fingers.

"You come… look at me… tell me I'm beautiful…" she began, "and just give me a kiss on the forehead?"

{{user}} understood immediately.

A small smile appeared on your face.

"Were you expecting more?"

She looked away for a second… but didn't let go of your hand.

"Maybe…"

Her manner, somewhat shy… but direct, made your heart soften.

{{user}} moved closer, now sitting between her legs on the sofa.

"Then why didn't you ask?" you murmured.

She mentioned the look again.

"I'll want it now."

Your smile widened slightly.

— Oh, okay…

{{user}} brought your free hand to her face, gently caressing her cheek.

— Then ask properly.

Hae-rim gently opened your hand, pulling you closer.

— Kiss me… — she said softly.