Eleven

A Love She Deserves
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Hye Yeon arrived at the TV station like she usually does. Thankfully, there's no media on the entrance gate. She hurriedly went to her table to start her day.

Her day is good so far. But when she's delivering documents to some departments, some people look at her strangely. Some smiles at her and some look at her with a curious stare. She shook her head and ignores it.

When she delivered a document to Gwang Jae, her brother was busy talking to someone at that time. When he saw her, he excused himself and approaches him. She gave him the documents when they are facing each other.

"Thank you." he said and look at his sister. "Are you okay?"

"Yes, PD-nim." she said with a smile on her face.

"Some of my staff are curious about you and Jung Woo. I told him that I'm not in the place to discuss my sister's personal life to them. Has anyone bothers you today?"

She shook her head. "None. But some people look at me funnily. It's awkward but I try to ignore them."

Gwang Jae sighs. "That's better than they ask you questions. When Song Yi and I started dating, every corner I went, they always asked me a question. Maybe it's a good thing that Jung Woo asked people to let him have a peaceful relationship with you in the first place." She nodded in agreement.

"Shall we have ramen for lunch later? I miss eating ramen with you in the convenience store nearby."

"Sure, Oppa. Let's have lunch together."

Gwang Jae smiles at his sister. "Good. Oh, by the way, do you know when will be the photoshoot and interview?" She shrugged. "I'm not sure yet, but Jung Woo said it might be this weekend."

"Okay. Well, you go back to work. Remember, just ignore them."

"Yes, Oppa. I'll go ahead." she bows and left the room. She was heading back to her department, she saw Park Dong Joon walking towards the elevator. He saw her too so she bowed at him to greet him and then she walks away.

When she saw her that moment, he feels like he needs confirmation from her about her and Lee Jung Woo. He calls her.

"Choi Hye Yeon-ssi."

Hye Yeon stops walking and looks back at him. "Yes?"

"Can I talk to you in my office?" Dong Joon said. Hye Yeon was surprised but she nodded and follow him.

When they went to his office, Dong Joon asked her to sit on the sofa across from the other sofa where he sat. Hye Yeon sat and look at him.

"I just read the statement of Galaxy Entertainment last night regarding Lee Jung Woo's relationship with you. Is it true?" he asked her.

"Yes, Vice President Park."

Dong Joon sighs. She is indeed dating Lee Jung Woo. "Is this the reason why you asked me if an employee can date a well-known person? Because you're dating him?"

She feels embarrassed. "I wasn't dating him at that time. We just started dating last weekend. But he's been pursuing me for a month or two."

"And how about Young Jae? You have forgotten him already?"

"Young Jae and I already move forward to our feeling with each other. I told you that when I broke down during the wedding, it was the confirmation to myself that it's already ended. Two months before the wedding, we already had our closure. Jung Woo knew this. He was there when I was on my lowest point, during the time that I couldn't accept Ava with Young Jae."

'He's pursuing her for more than two months then' Dong Joon thought.

"Can I speak freely, Vice President Park?" she asked. he shrugged. "Sure. We're alone here."

"Dong Joon-ssi, will dating cost my job here?"

He was surprised by her question. It wouldn't. She was a good employee and efficient in her job. Her record is clean. She's a good person who happens to date a top celebrity.

"And if does, what will you do?" he asked her out of curiosity. Hye Yeon was astounded by his answer. She can't speak. She loves her job and she wants to be with Lee Jung Woo. But what if she'll get fired because she's dating him?

Dong Joon chuckles. "Hye Yeon-ah, relax. You won't get fired."

She exhaled the air she's been holding. "Oh God, that made me nervous." Dong Joon smile s at her. "You're one of the outstanding employees here. And I told you, it wouldn't matter. Unless it will affect your work here."

"It won't!" She said immediately. "I mean, Jung Woo and I are both busy with our jobs. And as it's clearly stated, we want to have a normal and private relationship."

"I see." he nods. "Are you happy?"

"Hmm?"

He sits up straight. "Are you happy with him?"

Hye Yeon smiles. "Yes, I am. He makes me happy. And I hope I make him happy too."

Dong Joon nodded. "I think you do. You see, this industry is so complicated. Being in a relationship with someone makes people judge you. But Lee Jung Woo took his chance with you. And based on his statement and the photo released last night, he seems normal with you. People see him as the top actor, the moneymaker, the actor with the top TV series, sold out movies and hit endorsements. That photo of the two of you shows the Lee Jung Woo that people haven't seen before. He's just Lee Jung Woo, a normal person, with you. You made him human. It's a good thing, if you ask me, in a TV Executive perspective."

Her heart flutters. "Really?"

He nodded his head. "Yes. So, don't get affected by some people's judgment because positive opinions are more valuable than negative ones. And so far, everything is positive about the two of you." he assures her. She smiles and relaxes.

"Are you planning to be interview soon?"

"No, but Jung Woo will have an anniversary feature in a magazine. They will interview me and have a photoshoot with him. That will be the only time that I will release a statement regarding my relationship with Jung Woo."

Dong Joon agrees. "That's better. You're not a celebrity, the media should not bother you." He paused. "By the way, I hope we still be friends even you're dating now."

She giggles. "Of course."

"Good. So, I'll let you back to your work now."

She stood up and bows to Dong Joon and went out. Dong Joon stood up and went to the window and stare at Seoul's skyline. He's happy that Hye Yeon found someone that will take care and love her. But, there's something in him that he feels disappointed. He looks back at his table. On the picture with him is a woman smiling brightly. He misses her so much but recently, someone is constantly on his mind. He sighs.

"What's happening to me?" he asks blankly as he stares at the woman on the picture.

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At lunch, Hye Yeon and Gwang Jae are enjoying their ramen lunch in the convenience store.

"Oh, I remember." Gwang Jae said. He drinks some soup from his bowl before speaking. "Mom wants to meet Jung Woo officially as your boyfriend. Song Yi and I offer to host a lunch or dinner gathering. We just want to know when he will be free."

Hye Yeon drinks some water before she answers Gwang Jae. "I'm not sure. I can ask Mr. Baek about Jung Woo's schedule if you want."

"Okay." Gwang Jae and he continues to eat. "Jung Woo posted something on his Instagram this morning. Did you see it?"

"No. I haven't checked my SNS this morning." Hye Yeon took out her phone and went to Jung Woo's account. He posted two pictures. She checked the first one. It was the photo his company used for the public statement. He captioned it with 'My person, my Hye Yeon'. She smiles. Then she checked the other one. It was her solo photo in Ihwa Mural Village where she stood in a mural of an angel's wings.

Jung Woo wrote: 'Hello everyone. As you know, I am now

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PuffTedEBear
#1
Chapter 52: Awwww I am really touched that you mentioned me. Thank you.
I am very happy with this ending. This couple went through so much that they deserved a happy ending. You set it in a very romantic setting too. I loved that they both helped at the restaurant and how he handled unwanted attention- Wow!
I am just very pleased with your story and I really liked that it was non-Kpop. In my mind I can picture it as a drama, I would watch it for sure. Thank you again!!!
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#2
Chapter 50: I hope this means a reconsiliation! <33
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#3
Chapter 49: This is sad and painful. This poor couple has been through a lot.....A LOT!!! I hope their wait is not a long one.
Thank you for the update.
PuffTedEBear
#4
Chapter 48: The Yeon will need to tell Dong Joon soon what is happening to her along with setting up therapy sessions. Poor girl. Thank you for the update.
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#5
Chapter 46: I am so glad that she is awake!!
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#6
Chapter 45: Oh my goodness! These poor people! So much drama and heart ache.
You are doing so well in this story!!
PuffTedEBear
#7
Chapter 44: Hye Yeon is such a good and sweet character. She is treating Jun Woo's mother so well while she is on vacation with her boyfriend. I really hope the best for her.
Thank you for the update!
PuffTedEBear
#8
Chapter 43: There was a lot packed into this chapter! I felt bad for Jung Woo, depression is a horrible feeling so I am glad you write that he will be getting help.
Then you added some cute fluff :-)
Then you ended with some suspense!!
Good chapter! Plus I read your blog, thank you for the update.
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#9
Chapter 42: I loved this chapter. You are doing so well with this story.
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#10
Chapter 41: Am with Yoo An on this one, I got a bad feeling too. Something bad is going down at the party.....