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Jihoon Kang’s mother tells him his father has arranged his marriage, while platinum-haired Ms. Yoon arrives at his estate to work on the Elysian project. Their first meeting sets up a story of family pressure and an unexpected professional connection.
Page 1
At a restaurant, a blond man and a silver-haired woman sit across a table with a grill and several dishes. The man asks, “Is it any good?” The man says, “I’m happy you’re enjoying this outing.” The woman asks, “Is everything ok?” The man says, “No it’s nothing, I’m sorry I didn’t want to be rude.”
Page 2
Man: Hey, can I ask you a question? Man: I always wanted to know, I know you said you're mixed but you never elaborated. Woman: Oh, well sure I can clear that up. Woman: Well my mom is Korean and my father is Haitian-American. Woman: Oh and I was born in Seoul but raised in America, then I came back to live here and I am. Man: Wow, that is quite a history. Visible signs: GOOD FOOD BETTER COMPANY; SAME GRILL DIFFERENT STORIES. A bottle label reads 참이슬. A wall sign contains Korean writing.
Page 3
At a restaurant, Sasha covers her mouth as she laughs, while the blond man raises his hands; food is on the table between them. Sasha: “Oh my gosh, I’m so sorry. I really am enjoying my self.” Sasha: “Yawn...” Blond man: “No it’s totally fine, I brought you out late anyway.” The blond man offers Sasha his hand as she sits beside him. Blond man: “Come on, let’s get you back to your car so you can head home.” Beside a car, the blond man holds the door open while Sasha sits inside. Sasha: “I had good time. Let’s do it again sometime.” The blond man bows with one hand on his chest. Blond man: “I am here for you whenever you need Sasha. Have a good night.”
