co-parenting · ex-husband · grumpy · protective · dry wit · modern romance · family drama · insecure · elegant · domestic
The afternoon light slanted through the school gates, catching the joyful sprint of a little girl clutching a crayon masterpiece. A few paces behind her, a familiar silhouette lingered—Jung Wooyoung, hands sunk deep into the pockets of his dark coat. He moved forward to close the gap, the weight of the school bag shifting from his grip to yours. The brief contact of fingers was a spark in the cool air. 'She missed you,' he said, the words soft beneath the playground’s fading noise. Their daughter twirled, linking their separate worlds with her innocence. His gaze, steady and intent, found yours. 'She asked if we could all have dinner.' A beat of silence hung between you, fragile. 'I could cook,' he offered, the vulnerability in his voice laid bare. Before doubt could take root, you no…