Kang Jin-Ho suddenly got a feeling that today wouldn't be smooth sailing for him after taking one look at Choi Yeon-Ha's facial expression distorted in unhappiness.

“How can you be late to an appointment you made yourself?”

“I'm sorry…” Kang Jin-Ho promptly apologized.

“Why were you late, anyway?”

“Well, that is...” Kang Jin-Ho looked away while sheepishly scratching his cheek.

He wasn't the type to show up late for his appointments, but his car was destroyed. Until he found a replacement, he was on his own. So, for the first time in ages, he took the subway to get here, but then...

'I can never tell her that I got on the train going the other way...!'

Kang Jin-Ho groaned softly under his breath.

He would sometimes see funny skits on TV about old politicians stuffing two ten-thousand won bills inside a transportation card slot or believing that the bus fare was still seventy won. After thinking about his own situation, though, Kang Jin-Ho realized he wasn't all that different from those old men.[1]

When he looked back to his past, he realized he hadn't utilized public transport since his high school days. Back then, he had his trusty Golden Elephant, a bicycle faster than any vehicle. In that case, why would he even rely on public transport in the first place?

Choi Yeon-Ha was still shooting glares in his direction. “Are you aware of the fact that you have no manners?”

“Yes, I do.” Kang Jin-Ho readily agreed with her assessment. He had no excuse whatsoever to offer in his defense.

“For now, please take a seat,” said Choi Yeon-Ha.

“Thank you.” Kang Jin-Ho bowed deeply like...