#10 Scenario - The Perfect Couple
Woo Da-hee.
The first time she saw Nam Siu was seven years ago, when he was a friend of her little sister's.
At twenty-two, she decided for the first time to believe in fate.
That wistful smile hooked her completely, without her even realizing it.
Even though she was working as an actress, Woo Da-hee couldn't tear herself away from him—she'd have given up everything.
In the end, they started dating, and they never had a single fight.
Whatever he asked for, she granted it all.
Because at the end of every request came that small smile and praise, making her feel like she'd received the ultimate reward.
After years of dating, they finally tied the knot.
Their married life was sweet and perfect in every way.
"Ughhh~."
On this long-awaited trip, she stretched languidly from early morning.
The cold wind wasn't unpleasant.
She slipped on an ivory knit sweater, layering a gray checkered coat over it.
For the bottom, she chose dark jeans that beautifully accentuated the curves of her legs.
Click.
She got into the car, started the engine, tossed her bag into the small back space, and checked her face in the mirror.
"It's been so long since our last trip."
Her busy husband was away on a business trip right now, waiting for her elsewhere.
Placing her hands on the cold steering wheel, she smiled brightly in anticipation of the journey ahead.
"Hmm, makeup looks good too."
Nodding in satisfaction, she pulled out of the parking lot and headed toward her waiting husband, Nam Siu.
Immersion Degree:99%
Dissonance:1%
With points invested, the foundation for perfect enjoyment was set.
"Hmm, I wonder if it'll really work."
This was the first time he'd completely rewritten their relationship itself.
Until now, he'd only altered personalities, tendencies, or situations—never the core relationship. It made him a bit anxious.
"……."
He carefully placed the Scenario Book back in the drawer, then tapped the desk.
"If it doesn't work, oh well."
Even if it failed, it was already a cheat item, and he was enjoying it plenty.
Still, it'd be a shame if it didn't pan out.
Before grabbing his bag and carry-on to head out, he checked the mirror.
His hair slicked back naturally with essence, a thin black knit underneath a checkered lightweight trench coat.
Beige slacks on the bottom, and he checked his hair once more.
"Hmm, good to go."
He quickly slipped on white sneakers and stepped outside.
Just stepping out the door, and the air was already quite chilly.
"Whoa, damn."
Tomorrow it'd be November—could the weather really go this crazy?
Was fall even a thing anymore?
In the elevator, rubbing his hungry stomach, he noticed quite a bit of pudge.
"……Eating the same, but getting older means this belly puffs up."
He thought about exercising sometimes, but it always fizzled out.
Thud.
Rumble.
As the carry-on rumbled loudly through the parking lot, a sweet voice called out from ahead.
"Siu oppa~!"
At the entrance, she'd parked the car under a tree, waving at him with the brightest smile in the world.
The moment he was certain it had worked perfectly, his lips curved up.
From now on, he was her husband.
Seven years of dating, but she was his most lovable partner of all.
Likewise, she saw him as the man she loved more than anyone, her spouse.
That was the setup.
The mood was similar too—granting any request. But a cute little sister's plea and a beloved husband's were fundamentally different.
As she waved her arms like an excited puppy, he approached and offered one arm. She naturally slipped into his embrace.
"Weren't you cold?"
At his gentle question, Woo Da-hee nodded, nuzzling into his chest to inhale his scent.
"Ah~, hubby scent~. So good~."
The reaction was definitely different.
Not like a noona, but somehow like a little sister.
He wrapped an arm around her waist, patted her reassuringly, and headed to the car.
"Da-hee, let's load the luggage."
"Yeah~, just a sec."
Beep.
Even as he loaded the bags into the Mini Cooper's trunk, Woo Da-hee refused to let go, her arms around his waist.
Only after everything was packed did he turn to face her, cupping her cheeks with his palms as she gazed only at him.
"Pout."
As he looked down, she pouted her lips cutely with a smile.
Her height meant he couldn't look straight down, but that wasn't an issue—he lightly pressed his lips to her pouted ones.
Because for the next three days and two nights, he was her husband.
Time to deliver a perfect performance.
"I was going crazy missing you, Da-hee."
"Hehe~."
Shy but pleased, a coquettish laugh escaped her.
A sound she'd never made before.
Women change this much when they fall in love, he thought.
The noona concept was nice, but wife worked pretty well too.
"Shall we go?"
"Yeah~. Hop in quick, it's cold out."
Even after getting in the car, she took his hand and rubbed it warmly with hers.
"Your hands are so cold……."
"……Not that cold……."
Mid-sentence, he slipped his hand inside her coat.
"Hah?!"
She jolted at the cold touch, letting out a sexy gasp.
With a playful glint in his eyes, he slid his hand between her armpit.
"Warm in here."
"Haang~, yeah~?"
Seeing his expression, she released the steering wheel hand and grabbed his.
Then placed it on her breast, mirroring his mischievous look.
"This spot's warm too."
"Wow. Later."
"Pfft, got it~."
After ten days with Maeng Soyul's timid expressions, Woo Da-hee's sly, sultry face made him rock hard instantly.
Even with the Scenario Book altering settings, his body instinctively recognized the learned experience.
Stroke.
One hand on his thigh, she purred in a sticky voice.
"Must be backed up from the business trip?"
"……Ahem."
Even with the setup, her realism was a bit embarrassing.
"Of course. You know I only react to you, Da-hee."
"Haang~, I know it's a lie~. But it still feels good~."
The seven-year relationship setting made her even more comfortable around him.
Vroom.
The car purred to life, quickly exiting the city and climbing the elevated highway.
Lots of cars on the road since morning, but he focused more on Woo Da-hee beside him.
She resembled Woo Da-young, but her aura and figure were distinct.
Still working out steadily, her stomach was sucked in even while seated.
"Why stare like that…. It's embarrassing."
Catching him admiring her model-like elegant face, she whined reproachfully.
"You're pretty."
"Am I that pretty?"
"Yeah, obviously."
Not an expert on actresses, but she'd done fitting model gigs for shopping malls—prettiness was a given.
Watching her like this, he genuinely envied Choi Hyeok a bit.
"Ah, Siu~."
"Yeah?"
"Heard the kids are getting off work early and coming. They said we should shop first?"
"Eh, sure."
Kim Woo-hyun and Woo Da-young would arrive after work, probably at dusk.
"Then let's date a bit before heading there."
"Oh, right. I found a spot."
He'd searched out of curiosity and found a few places.
At his words, Woo Da-hee glanced at him with a touched expression.
"Really? Oh…, so sweet, my hubby~!"
"Of course. How could I half-ass a trip with you?"
It was half-assed—just a few searches.
But enough to make her happy.
"Aww~, seriously. That's why I love you, Siu~."
"So treat me right~."
"Love you~."
Above all, she was incredibly expressive.
So different from Maeng Soyul's vibe—he needed a moment to adjust.
"Wanna grab something on the way?"
Skipping breakfast, his stomach was rumbling soon enough.
"Me too, hungry……."
They pulled off the road, bought donuts and coffee from a shop, and got back in.
Eating carefully in the car to avoid crumbs, it really felt like a trip.
Playing her favorite songs softly, they chatted—no awkwardness or lulls.
"Da-young and Woo-hyun have been together seven years too. Didn't think it'd last that long."
Amazed at her sister dating for seven years, he chimed in.
"They're probably thinking the same watching us."
"Hehe~, yeah?"
"Probably."
He fed her a piece of donut while she drove.
She chewed with her small mouth, smiling at him—her bright teeth flashing, every bit the actress.
"Oh, sea's coming into view."
At her words, he glanced out the window.
Passing Oido, the seawall road stretched with ocean on both sides.
Unknown islands and mountains framed the horizon.
"Friday morning, so not too many cars?"
Leaving early, traffic was light.
Probably endless by lunchtime.
"The kids'll be super late……."
Her worry was brief—she hooked her pinky with his and grinned.
"More time for just us—kinda nice~."
"Pfft, why so cute."
He gazed leisurely at her high immersion, tossing cheesy lines on purpose.
"'Cause I'm hubby's, so cute only for him~."
"Mine?"
"Yeah, whose is hubby?"
"Da-hee's, obviously~."
Even cringy lover stuff needed getting used to.
"Yeongheungdo's in sight."
Deep into Daebu-do led to the road connecting to Yeongheungdo.
After neon city lights, occasional sea views melted the mind.
"Cafes aren't open yet……."
Country roads to the beach—most cafes still closed.
"I read this beach isn't crowded."
They skipped cafes for now, parking near an empty beach.
Splash.
Tide rolling in with a decent roar.
Stroke.
As he watched the sea, she sidled up, linking arms and leaning into him.
"Sea sure is pretty. Right?"
Chilly but clear, sun sparkling on the water.
"Eh…, not really."
"Ah…, really?"
Her disappointed tone—she checked his eyes.
"Strike out again. Hard to find anything prettier than you, Da-hee."
Gauging him, she burst out laughing.
"Hahaha!"
Genuine, clutching her belly in real mirth for a while.
"Aww…. Seriously! Pffhaha~!"
Laughing till her nose scrunched, she faced him, arms around his neck.
Gazing at him with laughter-teary eyes.
"What?"
At his question, she nipped his lip lightly and giggled.
"Smack…, hehe…, my Siu's too pretty~. You like me that much?"
"Obviously."
"Aww, me too~."
Didn't know she had this much aegyo for her husband.
"Ah~, glad we came on this trip~. Love you~!"
Leaning her face against him, arms around his waist, she swayed.
He swayed with her, facing the sea breeze.
"Honey."
"Yeah?"
"……Something poking below? What's this?"
She knew, but asked anyway.
"Wanna. But outside and all……."
"Pfft, do it at the lodge? Before the kids arrive?"
He'd do that too, but since they were out and no one around, he scanned.
"Wanna step out now."
"In the car?"
Still hugging, she parted lips, tongue out teasingly.
Tongue extended, sticky gaze—not vulgar, but atmospheric.
"Mm…, wanna by the sea, but car first?"
"I'd do it anywhere you want."
"Thanks~."
Releasing the hug, they walked to the car together.