『JenSoo Short Stories』

Captive #5 (Finale): Tied

The day that she fears the most.

Jisoo woke up just in time to do her routine. Half an hour of workout and cook then breakfast. Chaeyoung noticed how excited Jisoo is starting the day. She asks Minjeong about the meeting and some things that need discussion. Folders and papers were flipped repeatedly as Jisoo double checked everything. From the restaurant's floor plan, profiles of the interested chefs and staff, to a branding proposal. Her first day is definitely a serious work mode for her.

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             New Message - Simeez

Hey Jen! I'll let you know if the meeting will finish early. I'll pick you up at the office after lunch then we'll go to the mall. I need to buy something for a wedding gift.

Jennie shakes her head after seeing the message, holding a cup of coffee. Sometimes she wouldn't want to believe that Simeez is actually a hard-working woman and a good boss. But what can she do? Her boss is her best friend. Otherwise, it'll be easier for her to turn down her offer.

Okay. Just so you know, I'm supposed to finish my report today and check the deck for the presentation next week but here you are asking me to cut my working time to go shopping. Really nice. See you later!

She then prepares her bath and clothes, getting ready for her usual routine before going to work. And part of that daily routine is to look at the picture and leave a kiss on Jisoo's face.

"I'll get going now, Love. I hope you'll have a great day." She mumbled then left her apartment.

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Making sure to present herself properly, Jisoo even tried a few more sets of clothes but Chaeyoung stopped her and chose the outfit she chose last night.

"You look fine Babe. No need to worry." Chaeyoung says, back hugging Jisoo while both in front of a full-length mirror. They're both wearing the same pieces from the coat and trousers, a low-neck satin undershirt, and a pair of boots. It's just that, Jisoo's in an all-black outfit, and Chaeyoung is in white.

Jisoo took a deep breath and smiled at her through the glass. "Okay, let's go."

"Unnie," Minjeong calls her from behind, just before they reach the front yard. "Siwon will take you to Dad's new office. I forgot to tell you last night that we changed the venue for the pitch. Sorry."

Jisoo smiled and gave her a light pat on her shoulder. "It's fine Min. Are they preparing our lunch?"

"They're working on it, Unnie. Snacks will be given to everyone during the presentation then after, we'll go straight to Mom's restaurant."

"Alright. Thanks, Min. We'll meet you there. See you!"

The couple entered their car and Minjeong walked to the other car just behind them.

The car just stopped by the traffic light and Jisoo looks at the ice cream shop on the side of her view. It was the ice cream shop where she used to take Jennie. She stares at it for a moment and shrugs the thought of her ex-wife which starts to fill her mind.

That was the first time in years.

"Babe, ice cream?" She asks, rubbing her thumb on Chaeyoung's.

"I would love to. But, aren't we gonna be late?"

Jisoo looked at her watch then smiled. "Nope. We have time. I'll call Min and tell her."