Youngjae held Maria’s hand in his, staring out the taxi window at the street as they drove through Seoul. He’d planned on bringing her to lunch, where he would give her her Christmas present early. He’d saved up for months to get it for her, and he wanted her to wear it to Cora’s party the day after.

He turned to look at her, and found her staring out the window at the city lights, a small smile on her face as she stared at the Christmas lights and trees that were visible in various spots. He smiled. She was perfect.

The taxi stopped and Youngjae hurriedly paid and got out, hurrying around the car to open the door for Maria. “Thanks, babe.” She said, kissing him quickly before stepping onto the sidewalk

The taxi sped away and Youngjae turned to Maria, his heart skipping a beat. She was wearing a charcoal gray pea coat that reached just above her knees, with a white knit hat and skin tight blue jeans. She wore a pair of brown ankle boot heels, and a pair of white mittens. Her cheeks were a rosy red from the piercing cold, and her eyes were bright. He couldn’t ever get used to her beauty, and it made the butterflies in his stomach sting.

“So, where are we going?” She asked, smiling.

Youngjae reached for her hand again and led her a short way down the sidewalk. “We’re going to dinner.” He said softly, looking down at his feet as he walked. “There was a restaurant you pointed to the last time we were out, and I wanted to try it. With you, of course.” He said, smiling nervously.

Maria turned towards him and laughed. “You planned this?”

His smile dropped. “Yes,” He said, nodding his head. “Should I not-”

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