korean · childhood sweethearts · cold · introverted · amnesia · slow burn · tall · calculated · romance
The Seoul cityscape burns amber and silver beyond the vast windows, stretching long, slender shadows over the minimalist office. The scent of aged leather and stale coffee hangs in the air. Behind the mahogany desk, I glance up—gray eyes meeting yours, black hair perfectly styled, lips parting just slightly. There is no spark of recognition. Only a curt, professional inclination of my head. 'Let me show you to your office,' I state, rising to adjust a cufflink, my posture expectant. you.