By Zephyria 
Yoon Joo-ho’s manager who accompanies him on overseas schedules and four personal bodyguards, a chief manager to handle affairs in Paris, and Song Hyun-soo’s manager, Jung-ho. That was the scale of the entourage for this trip.
The security team escorted Yoon Joo-ho and his party to the entrance of the lounge.
Already, about 20 people had gathered around, buzzing and taking pictures of the ‘Crown Prince.’
“Then, Director, we’ll come back to pick you up in an hour. Please rest comfortably.”
“Yes, thank you for your hard work.”
Yoon Joo-ho, Song Hyun-soo, and Jung-ho were headed to the first-class lounge, while the rest of the group were headed to the business-class lounge.
Song Hyun-soo, who had been intently observing them exchanging brief greetings, couldn’t take his eyes off Yoon Joo-ho as they rode up the
Yoon Joo-ho, who was putting his passport in the bag slung over his shoulder, glanced at Song Hyun-soo, who was standing one step above him.
“Why are you looking at me like that?”
“Just because.”
“It’s not ‘just because.’”
“It’s just… it’s fascinating to hear people call you ‘Director,’ Sunbae.”
“Because I’m employed by the company.”
A tone that implied there was nothing special about it, that he didn’t know what was so fascinating.
“The managers call you ‘Sunbae-nim,’ though.”
“They’re not in the entertainment industry. Look ahead.”
Yoon Joo-ho answered every question diligently, even while making it obvious that he thought Song Hyun-soo was asking about trivial things and that he was annoyed. And he also warned him to be careful as they were about to get off the escalator.
They entered the hallway, passing a Boeing 747 model.
“Wow… Hyung, I’ve never even been in business class, but suddenly I’m in the first-class lounge. It’s a whole new world.”
Jung-ho murmured, sticking close to Song Hyun-soo.
Yoon Joo-ho and Song Hyun-soo were the first-class passengers, but thanks to Yoon Joo-ho’s airline membership status, one companion could also use the first-class lounge. That was why Jung-ho, who had a business-class ticket, was able to enter the same lounge. He could have brought the chief manager as a companion, but Yoon Joo-ho had considered Song Hyun-soo and made that consideration.
“You’ve at least been on a plane a few times. This is my first time in an airport, period.”
“It’s not like a library or a cathedral. Why is it so quiet?”
Yoon Joo-ho, who was walking ahead, turned around.
“What are you two whispering about?”
“Huh? Oh, no… it’s just that the lounge is incredibly nice.”
Yoon Joo-ho frowned at Jung-ho’s awkward answer.
“We’re still in the hallway.”
“W-well, the hallway is nice too. Haha…”
An employee was waiting at the end of the long hallway.
“Yoon Joo-ho-nim, it’s an honor to escort you and your party again. I understand that your destination today is Paris.”
“Yes, hello.”
“We will escort you so that you can rest comfortably before your long flight. Would you like a four-seat arrangement?”
“Please.”
There were no other patrons inside the lounge.
Among the various seats separated by partitions to protect privacy, the group was assigned to a four-seat arrangement.
“Would you like us to prepare separate meals?”
At the employee’s question, Yoon Joo-ho glanced at Song Hyun-soo across from him. Song Hyun-soo’s sparkling eyes were telling him the answer. After a short sigh, Yoon Joo-ho said to the employee.
“Could we see the menu first?”
“Of course. Would you like me to prepare champagne with the menu?”
“Please.”
As the employee walked away, Yoon Joo-ho placed his bag on the empty seat next to him and said to the two of them.
“In-flight meals will be served as soon as we board the plane. Are you going to eat here too?”
“Unlike 30-something ajusshis, we have excellent digestion.”
Song Hyun-soo had a confident expression.
“That’s good. That 30-something ajusshi is your boyfriend, though.”
“……”
Song Hyun-soo felt like he was shrinking under Yoon Joo-ho’s gaze, which suddenly changed the atmosphere and looked at him deeply.
Ah, seriously, Jung-ho is here too… why so… sexy…
“Y-yes… it’s good… thanks to that ajusshi, I get to ride in first class too.”
Yoon Joo-ho chuckled as he watched Song Hyun-soo, who couldn’t meet his eyes, mumble.
Jung-ho, who wasn’t paying attention to their conversation, looked around the lounge beyond the partition with a moved expression and gave Yoon Joo-ho a polite ‘belly bow.’
“You even upgraded me to business class. Thank you so much, Hyung.”
“Oh, you better be grateful.”
“I know that it’s unheard of for the youngest manager to travel in business class on a business trip. Thank you so much.”
The magazine covered the round-trip plane tickets and basic accommodation costs for the actors for the photoshoot. If the actor wanted a higher class seat or accommodation, the company had to provide support or the actor had to pay for it themselves.
In the case of this trip, Yoon Joo-ho personally paid for Song Hyun-soo’s first-class ticket and Jung-ho’s business-class ticket.
“I can’t keep giving you special treatment, Jung-ho. This is just for this time. Because this isn’t just a business trip.”
“It’s not just a business trip?”
Yoon Joo-ho gave Song Hyun-soo a look that said, ‘Don’t you know?’ at his question.
“Because it’s also our trip. I treated Jung-ho as your friend.”
“Ah…”
The employee returned with champagne and the menu, and Song Hyun-soo and Jung-ho each ordered a Korean beef cheeseburger and beef bone soup. Despite ordering a meal, Jung-ho said he was going to look around the buffet corner and left his seat with excited steps.
Feeling slightly warm, Song Hyun-soo took off his jacket and asked Yoon Joo-ho.
“But, Sunbae, wasn’t it a bit of an overreach to put me in first class?”
Yoon Joo-ho, who had been looking at his phone, glanced up.
“What is.”
“People might say that a newbie is arrogantly flying around in first class…”
“Don’t worry, the articles won’t cover whether we flew first class or business class.”
“……”
“And it’s better for many people if we come and go quietly in first class.”
Come to think of it, it’s Yoon Joo-ho. Earlier, people gathered and took pictures. If there hadn’t been bodyguards, it might have become a dangerous situation. The business lounge is said to be more crowded than this, so it could be a nuisance to other passengers or lounge staff.
Having agreed, Song Hyun-soo decided to enjoy the excitement of the trip with peace of mind. Despite the fact that there was no one around, he leaned forward and whispered to Yoon Joo-ho in a low voice.
“Sunbae, I’m so excited.”
Yoon Joo-ho completely took his eyes off his phone and stared at Song Hyun-soo.
“But wouldn’t it be tacky if I showed too much excitement?”
“What does it matter? You’re expressing that you’re happy because you’re happy. Do whatever you want.”
Instead of telling him not to be childish and to act dignified, Yoon Joo-ho was trustworthy as he pushed him to express himself to his heart’s content. Song Hyun-soo, who was happy to see Yoon Joo-ho saying that, suddenly took a step back as his gaze deepened.
“Why, why… why are you looking at me like that?”
“How am I looking at you?”
“You’re looking at me with a lecherous look. You always have that face right before you pounce.”
“Well, you’re not entirely wrong.”
Yoon Joo-ho said as he lifted a champagne glass to his lips.
“Is this what it’s like to want to give someone everything? I was thinking that.”
Yoon Joo-ho was the one who said something embarrassing, but Song Hyun-soo’s face flushed.
If Jung-ho hadn’t returned to his seat, a strange atmosphere would have formed. Jung-ho placed a plate on the table and whispered in a voice that suppressed his excitement.
“Wow, crazy… Hyung, there’s even a shower room over there.”
“Wow, should I go take a shower?”
As Song Hyun-soo took a posture as if he was about to run out immediately, Yoon Joo-ho couldn’t help but burst into laughter.
“Does having a shower room mean you have to take a shower?”
“I’m curious. When else would I ever come to a first-class lounge?”
Jung-ho said in a matter-of-fact tone as he poked a quail egg dish with a fork.
“Hey, now Joo-ho Hyung will take you around in first class every day.”
“……”
Yoon Joo-ho didn’t refute. He just sipped his champagne silently.
Song Hyun-soo straightened his butt, which was halfway off the seat, and looked for his share of champagne.
Over the past year, since being cast in
He also knew very well that Yoon Joo-ho didn’t spare anything for him. That everything he prepared for him brought him joy.
But that was the same for Song Hyun-soo.
Because he loved him, he wanted to do something for him.