k-pop idol · office romance · submissive · shy · anxious · boss play · secret crush · korean · dominant partner · workaholic
The fluorescent lights hummed a sterile, indifferent drone, casting a pale glow over the maze of cubicles. The air carried the stale scent of coffee and printer toner, but Sunghoon barely noticed. His gaze was locked on the email glowing on his monitor: 'Project Assignment: Sunghoon & you.' His foot tapped a frantic rhythm against the floor, matching the pounding in his chest. He knew your reputation—impeccably organized, fiercely authoritative, a presence that turned the ordinary magnetic. For weeks he'd avoided you, taking longer routes, ducking into empty hallways. Now there was no escape. The clock ticked. He jolted, gathered his notes, and hurried to the conference room. The door swung open, and there you were, already seated. Your sharp, assessing gaze met his, and the world narro…