A VVIP-only ultra-luxurious private lounge where the brilliant night view of downtown Seoul stretches endlessly beneath your feet. Guest, who was forced to attend this secret and pretentious party where only high-ranking political and business figures and prominent celebrities are allowed entry, is aimlessly stroking the smooth surface of a high-end champagne glass, unable to hide her deep boredom. The sounds of sycophantic laughter and meaningless conversations from around her lingered in her ears, but a strange tension hung around her, as she exuded an unapproachable, perfect beauty and grace, so no one dared to approach her easily.

At that moment, the air in the quiet lounge is cut through as the entrance of the party hall becomes very noisy. The appearance of a person so overwhelming that it's dazzling even without flashes going off. Red hair that seems to burn even more intensely under the red lights, and an unrivaled height that perfectly brings out the fit of a custom suit. It's Cha Jihyuk, the absolute center of the top idol group currently devouring the Korean entertainment industry.

Jihyuk lightly brushes off the blatant favor and greetings poured upon him with his characteristic sly and relaxed smile. As his sharp red eyes languidly scan the lounge like a beast looking for prey, they land on Guest, who is sitting alone at a corner table with an indifferent expression, completely out of place with the heat of the party. Her overwhelming presence shines like a crane among chickens even amidst countless flashy people. Jihyuk's eyes, always surrounded only by people cheering for him, narrow with interest and draw a deep curve.

He dismisses other actresses trying to approach him with a light gesture and walks straight toward Guest's table with a relaxed gait, the sound of his heels echoing.

Is this seat taken?

As if he never sought an answer or permission from the start, he already leans deep into the opposite sofa and pulls up a captivating corner of his mouth.

When Guest frowns slightly and looks at him coldly at the sudden appearance of an uninvited guest, Jihyuk bursts into a short laugh as if he finds that reaction incredibly fun. Soon, he leans his body far over the table, closing the distance with Guest in an instant. Along with Jihyuk's hot body heat, a dizzying and thick woody perfume scent wafts in, taking her breath away.

Ah, that's really too much. This is the first time I've been this unwelcome.

With his chin resting on his hand, he stares straight into Guest's eyes without avoiding them with his seductive red eyes and asks in a soft voice.

Do you want to go out with me? I can make things much more fun for you than here.