PAP Chapter 5
by kisses‘Wherever you are, whatever you do, the most important thing is to watch your mouth. Unless you plan to take responsibility for it until the end, don’t let anything slip, and don’t even hint that you know.’
These were the words Yiwoon had heard repeatedly from Manager Han since he started working in the entertainment industry. They were also the words his mother had instilled in him every night before bed since he was young.
Rumors could be distorted in any way, and later, words he hadn’t even spoken would be attributed to him. Even if he felt wronged, it was the responsibility of the person who initially spoke to clean up the mess. People were only interested in condemning the false rumors, and they paid no attention to explanations. Therefore, he always had to think carefully before saying anything he couldn’t take back.
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Yiwoon agreed with this principle, but sometimes he wished that others, unlike himself, would remain ignorant of certain things. There was nothing more convenient than getting the information he needed through someone else.
That being said, he hadn’t intended to perform an act of calculated kindness from the start. He had found the place by chance, and he had simply offered a drink he saw as a response to the employee’s greeting, who had recognized him as a fan. That small act of kindness had returned to him in the form of unexpected news. It was just an idle chatter, but it was something that piqued Yiwoon’s interest.
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‘Oh, I don’t know if you know, but actor Choi Yoohyun comes here really often too. He usually comes around the same time…’
‘…….’
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‘It’s small and tucked away, so there aren’t many people, especially at this hour.’
‘……Choi Yoohyun?’
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The employee, pleased by Yiwoon’s interest, offered information he hadn’t even asked for. As Yiwoon put down his drink and began to focus, the employee’s shoulders rose with enthusiasm. He was eager to find common ground to continue the conversation going, and at the same time, a subtle desire to show off was evident.
“Yes, every time he comes in, he sweep up all kinds of coffee and caffeinated drinks. Sometimes, he also grab all the energy bars, too. Even though he buy a lot at once, he comes here so often.”
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“…”
“He really come in often, so much so that I wonder if he live nearby. Ah, this is just my personal thought, so I’m not sure. It’s just that he comes here so often…”
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The information the employee shared, based on what he had seen and heard, was valuable information not easily obtainable elsewhere. From then on, Yiwoon made every effort to make time to visit the convenience store at a set time, each day. If he didn’t have an early morning schedule, he would even deliberately make time to visit.
Even with such efforts, it was difficult to see Yoohyun every day. The employee had said he came often, but not every day. If he had filming, making personal time was next to impossible. For the chance of a single encounter, Yiwoon squeezed out his nonexistent time.
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The kindness Yiwoon extended, with a clear purpose, revolved around one person. Even the shortcut to avoid the congested roads had been Yiwoon’s suggestion.
“Anyway, thanks again for the drinks today. I appreciate it.”
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“No problem. I’ll get going now. Good work.”
Accepting the employee’s overly enthusiastic bow with a smile, Yiwoon promptly left the convenience store. Instead of immediately getting into the car, he looked around, searching for a presence he couldn’t feel.
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Perhaps because he wandered too long in the convenience store, a short honk sounded after a moment. It was a signal to get in the car quickly as time was short. He considered pretending not to hear it, but disrupting the schedule was something Yiwoon wouldn’t tolerate.
Left with no choice, he got into the car and, before Chanhee could open his mouth, Yiwoon abruptly held out the snacks he was holding. The lips that were about to unleash a nagging closed quietly at the unexpected gift. Having swiftly taken the initiative, Yiwoon spoke before Chanhee could react.
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“Yoohyun, I heard you didn’t have breakfast. I was late because I couldn’t find the one you usually eat.”
Although he had meticulously chosen the snacks based on one person’s tastes, Yiwoon’s expression remained unchanged. Chanhee’s darkened face, clouded by their tight schedule, suddenly brightened. He soon looked at Yiwoon with touched eyes and grinned.
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“You bought these for me?”
He seemed overly pleased with a simple snack, his reaction almost excessively grateful. Sometimes, he had to offer these act of kindness to steer things in his desired direction. Yiwoon could act as if this was nothing, pushing forward shamelessly, so he nodded with a matching smile.
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“Eat it when we arrive. You’ll be hungry waiting.”
“Don’t you have anything? The president told me to make sure you eat well because you’ve lost weight recently. Come to think of it, I haven’t seen you eating much.”
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“I’ll take care of it and eat well during my break, so don’t worry about it.”
Yiwoon smoothly cut off the line where concern was about to turn into nagging, leaning back against the seat. He looked refreshed, as if he had completed all his tasks. As he closed his eyes, gently relaxing his tense muscles, a figure wearing a black hat passed by the window.
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The hat was pulled down so low that only a sharp jawline was visible. Yiwoon, opening his eyes for a moment, glanced out the window casually. However, the car started moving at the same time, so he didn’t realize that the person he’d been waiting for had just passed right by him.
Not long after the car carrying Yiwoon left the convenience store, a pleasant chime rang out again. The employee sitting at the counter, sipping the coffee Yiwoon had left behind, let out a short exclamation. Spotting the man entering the convenience store, he greeted him brightly with noticeably clearer eyes.
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“Welcome!”
At the ear-splitting greeting, the man lowered his head and frowned imperceptibly. The overly energetic greeting, more so than usual, was not very welcome. His ears, sensitive to even small sounds, perceived the greeting as noise rather than a welcome.
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He wanted to pretend he hadn’t heard it, but it was simply too loud to ignore. After a brief hesitation, the man raised his head.
“Actor Choi Yoohyun! You came today too!”
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“…”
“I have a lot to give you. You seem to have good fortune with food.”
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As Yoohyun’s face was revealed, the employee chattered nonstop as if he had been waiting. Yoohyun, uncomfortable with the intense stare, simply nodded. Uncomfortable with the clerk’s familiar tone, Yoohyun sighed silently.
Because he kept lowering his head to hide his expression, his hat obstructed his view. After confirming that no one was around, Yoohyun took off his hat. As he brushed his well-maintained, soft hair back with his hand, his unusually pale face was revealed. Because his face was so small, his distinct eyes and high nose, hidden when he wore his hat, immediately caught the employee’s attention.
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Whether it was then or now, they are truly treated a feast for the eyes. Whether it’s Han Yiwoon or Choi Yoohyun.
While it was a fairly common combination, it was still surprising every time. Yoohyun’s spotless skin was so fair it was almost pale. He looked as though he might collapse at any moment, but the healthy flush on his plumo lips and smooth cheeks made him appear lively.
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He didn’t look sick, but rather tired. Perhaps from lack of sleep, the whites of his eyes were bloodshot, and his blinking was slow. A slightly irritable air, combined with his appearance, created a languid atmosphere that discouraged approach. Even though it seemed he shouldn’t be bothered, the employee, oblivious, continued to pester Yoohyun.
“I restocked the drink shelves as soon as I got to work, thinking you might come.”
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“…Thank you.”
Yoohyun nodded and expressed his gratitude in response to the tone that clearly sought praise. In such situations, giving the other person what they wanted was the quickest way to end the interaction. Fortunately, the employee, as if finding something to do, turned and headed busily towards the storage room.
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Having secured a chance to escape, Yoohyun quickly walked towards the drink aisle, lest he be caught. He moved his hands mechanically, without even glancing at the selection.
The newly stocked shelves were emptied in a few sweeps of Yoohyun’s hand. Unable to overcome the drowsiness from lack of sleep, he picked up drinks at random. It was a sort of habit, so the type didn’t matter. By the time he came to his senses, he was holding an armful of drinks, overflowing to his hands. Since putting them back was too much trouble, Yoohyun simply continued walking.
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Dumping the canned coffee and various caffeinated drinks onto the counter, Yoohyun moved to another aisle. Only after clearing out the energy bars he usually ate did he stand before the counter with a satisfied expression.
“But if you buy this much every time, do you drink it all yourself? Or are you sharing it with someone?”
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The employee, busily scanning the barcodes, tilted his head and asked. It was a question born of pure curiosity, without any other intention. Yoohyun responded with a simple nod. Since the question contained two parts, the answer was ambiguous, prompting the clueless employee to ask again.
“You drink it all yourself?”
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“Sometimes I share.”
“So, if it’s ‘sometimes,’ you mostly drink it all yourself? Too much caffeine isn’t good for your health…”
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While chattering, the employee didn’t forget his duty and diligently continued ringing up the items. If Yoohyun had been in better condition, he would have responded more thoughtfully, but he wasn’t in the right state.
Yoohyun, who had a rare day off, hadn’t slept a wink last night. He hadn’t slept properly for several days, so the lack of sleep had no chance to be replenished. Despite staying up all night, he had even had a bad dream during the few minutes he had dozed off, further dampening his mood.
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It was close to his worst condition, but it wasn’t outwardly apparent, so he only appeared slightly tired to others. Yoohyun was known for his quiet personality, which contrasted with his delicate features. That’s why the employee didn’t think much of it.
Yoohyun, who had replied listlessly, began packing the items he bought into a bag. As he put the last item in, a few coffees and energy bars were suddenly added to the bag. Familiar with the situation, Yoohyun stared silently at the employee.
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“Someone left these, so please take them too.”
“…Again today?”
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