PAP Chapter 4

Quietly observing Chanhee, who was concentrating on driving, Yiwoon called out to him again.

“Stop the car for a moment in front of that convenience store.”

“Why the convenience store?”

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“I’m going to buy something to drink.”

“Are you thirsty? Do you want some water? I bought some earlier.”

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Chanhee rummaged through the bag on the passenger seat and took out a water bottle. Yiwoon accepted the water, opened the cap as if he was about to drink it, but then closed it without taking a sip. He placed it back down, and Yiwoon could feel Chanhee’s gaze glancing at him through the rearview mirror. 

In response to the unspoken question of why he wasn’t drinking, Yiwoon placed the back of his hand against the water bottle. It had been bought a while ago, so it wasn’t cold, but lukewarm.

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“I want something cold.”

“Or do you want coffee or something since you must be tired? I’ll buy some while you’re getting your hair done.”

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“Water is fine. Just pull over, I’ll go.”

“No, I’ll buy it. Wait in the car.”

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“Why bother? It’s right there.”

Yiwoon unbuckled his seatbelt, pointing his chin towards a parking space that wouldn’t obstruct traffic. Chanhee stopped the car and tried to dissuade him, saying he’d go, but Yiwoon was already opening the door. Chanhee hurriedly pulled out a hat, telling him to wear it, but Yiwoon shook his head.

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“You know it’s quiet at this hour, hyung.”

“Is it? Still, just in case. It’ll be a pain if you get caught up when you’re busy.”

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“It’s fine, I said.”

Yiwoon lightly brushed off Chanhee’s hand as he continued to offer the hat and stepped toward the convenience store. He glanced inside briefly, but he couldn’t see a single hair of another person.

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Yiwoon waved his hand to stop Chanhee, who was about to follow him, and pushed open the convenience store door.

Cling.

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The pleasant chime broke the silence that must have lingered for a while. Usually, a greeting would follow the arrival of a customer, but even after the door closed, no voice was heard.

Yiwoon, enjoying the familiar silence, quietly headed towards the shelves. Fortunately, before he could take three steps, the employee, sensing his presence, instinctively greeted him.

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“……We-Welcome.”

His sleepy voice indicated he had just woken up. He was busy wiping his mouth with his sleeve, likely having drooled in his sleep. It was a sight Yiwoon had seen so often that it no longer surprised him. Meeting the employee’s eyes as he peeked over the counter, Yiwoon’s eyes crinkled slightly.

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“Yeah. Good morning.”

With a short greeting and a flick of his hand, Yiwoon passed him. Soon after, he heard a crashing sound from behind him. It sounded like objects were falling one after another. Yiwoon stopped and turned around. 

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Straws and lighters, which had been displayed near the counter, were scattered on the floor. Judging from the employee’s flustered appearance, he must have accidentally knocked them over while getting up.

Yiwoon checked the time as he watched the employee hurriedly gather the items. 

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Today was his lucky day. His schedule was early, and he almost missed it, but thanks to Manager Han calling him in at dawn, the timing worked out perfectly. It was usually difficult to get it exactly right, but thankfully, the delay bought him some time.

Hiding the smile that naturally spread across his face due to his deep satisfaction, Yiwoon approached the employee and knelt down. He picked up the scattered straws and lighters, casually starting a conversation.

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“Are you very tired?”

“Ah… I didn’t get much sleep, so…”

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The employee showed no surprise at the casual use of informal speech, as if they were close acquaintances. His excuses were always the same, despite him always dozing off. Smiling as if he didn’t know, the employee stifled a yawn and cautiously moved closer to Yiwoon.

He continued to glance at Yiwoon’s face while picking up the straws, still fascinated, although familiar with the situation. Despite trying to hide it, it was evident that he couldn’t believe Yiwoon was right in front of him. Seeing a famous celebrity in person was an unfamiliar experience, no matter how many times it happened. After all, the shelves were filled with merchandise bearing Yiwoon’s face.

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“Are you still amazed to see me, even though I come here so often?”

Yiwoon, who had already noticed him stealing glances, asked as he picked up the last lighter. At the playful tone, the employee blushed, but nodded without avoiding his gaze.

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“None of my friends hate you, hyung. Doesn’t matter if they’re guys or girls.”

“Is that so?”

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“But it’s amazing to think that I know you…”

“I didn’t tell you to keep it a secret, did I?”

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“I haven’t told anyone. I’m the only one who knows that you and actor Choi Yoohyun come here often.”

At the name that followed, Yiwoon’s gaze, which had been fixed on the floor as he tidied up, shifted to the employee. Just like in the president’s office, he showed a particularly noticeable reaction to that one name. But then, as quickly as it appeared, he regained his composure.

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“If it gets crowded, it’ll be inconvenient to come here often. You’ll get busy too.”

Yiwoon lightly squeezed the employee’s shoulder before standing up, holding the box. He averted his gaze, feigning indifference, as he looked at the employee, who couldn’t hide his excitement. What he said wasn’t entirely false, but there was another clear intention hidden beneath it, pricking his conscience.

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“Thanks for doing me this favor.”

“No problem. I totally understand.”

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At the kind words, the employee puffed out his chest, looking proud, as if he’d done something extraordinary. Although Yiwoon had hidden things, he hadn’t asked for silence without offering anything in return. When the employee asked if he could call him ‘hyung,’ Yiwoon agreed, on the condition that the employee kept it a secret. He also gave him several autographs. Lost in the thrill of their shared secret, the employee faithfully kept his promise.

“Want some coffee?”

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Yiwoon changed the subject, pretending not to notice the gaze diligently following his every move. He picked up a bottle of water, the reason and excuse for coming to the convenience store in the first place. Then, he stopped in front of the adjacent beverage section. He had chosen his own water carelessly, grabbing whatever caught his eye, but now he was meticulous. It didn’t matter what kind of water he picked, as it would end up rolling around in the car untouched anyway.

Yiwoon stared intently at the shelves and eventually picked up a three-pack of canned coffee. On his way back to the counter, he grabbed a few energy bars, and some bread and milk to appease Chanhee.

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Seeing Yiwoon returning with his arms full, the employee let out a small sigh. His eyes, filled with admiration, followed Yiwoon’s face.

“I’m really not trying to flatter you, but I’ve never seen a celebrity with as good a personality as you, hyung.”

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“…….”

“How can someone be so consistent every time?”

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“So suddenly?”

Yiwoon asked back, a bewildered look on his face, at the sudden praise that came in the middle of the transaction. Despite the awkward laughter that followed, the employee continued his compliments without hesitation.

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“It’s true. Every time you come, you always bring me coffee and snacks because you’re worried I might be tired. Even if you’re a celebrity, no, even if you’re you, hyung, it’s not easy to do that for months.”

“…….”

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“Thanks to you, I’m doing a good deed and having an amazing experience. Oh, did you know that I gave the canned coffee and the drinks you gave me the other day to Choi Yoohyun?”

“……Really?”

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“Yes. He said he couldn’t come for a while because he was busy filming. He seemed happy to receive them after so long. To be honest… he has a bit of an… intimidating aura.”

“…….”

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“He seems cold, so it’s hard to talk to him, but he smiled and thanked me at that time. I’m not lying, he really smiled. Just a little, though.”

At the mention of Yoohyun smiling, Yiwoon subtly swept his tongue across his lips and secretly tightened his grip on the glass bottle he was holding. His straight eyebrows furrowed almost imperceptibly, as if displeased.

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While it was his intention to lead the employee to show kindness, he wasn’t particularly fond with Yoohyun forming a personal connection with the employee.

Completely oblivious, the employee continued chattering incessantly, recounting his experiences. He was going on and on as if determined to relay every single trivial detail, and although it could have been annoying, Yiwoon listened attentively. He felt a pang of guilt whenever he met the employee’s face, touched by the small act of kindness he’d offered, but he employed his well-honed acting skills for this trivial matter.

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“They had a buy-one-get-one-free deal, so I thought it would be nice to share.”

“…….”

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“These kinds of things are nice and not burdensome, right?”

With a friendly smile, he offered the canned coffee he’d just paid for to the employee. Yiwoon then handed over the remaining coffee and the energy bars he’d also purchased.

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“Keep three for yourself and give the other three to the next customer who comes in.”

“…….”

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“Don’t tell them I gave them to you. Got it?”

“Of course. It’s not good if it gets out, right? I’ve never told anyone before.”

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“Thanks.”

Adding a gentle, innocent smile, Yiwoon watched the employee nod vigorously as if making a vow. The smile that earned him praise for “enchanting people” during filming easily won the affection of others. It was a piece of cake to get others to comply with his wishes, especially when coupled with small but definite acts of kindness.

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Despite buying a whole armful of items, all Yiwoon kept for himself was a bottle of water and a few snacks for Chanhee. He told the employee to give the rest to the next customer who will come in, but Yiwoon already knew who that would be.

It was all part of Yiwoon’s plan that Yoohyun, the person who’d been the main subject of their entire conversation, would become the recipient of those items.

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