
(inspired by Lee Jin Ae)
The morning at Mr. Chang's house today was very busy. Mr. Park and his staff came to prepare for the clarification of the news in the media. They left at 8 to Pak Chang's label company. After they left I did my job as usual.
Suddenly there were aunts who entered the house and went to the kitchen. I think I locked the front door. I saw it in the kitchen. "You who?"
The aunt saw me. She was about 60 years old.her hair was curly, reminding me of someone. "I'm supposed to ask you who and why are you at my son's house?"
Child????
"You're Mr Chang's mother?"
I was surprised to see their resemblance. His good looks and white skin must have been obtained from his mother.
Mrs Chang Hyun Jae. Stay in Anyang area. Her husband, Mr. Chang's father, died about 5 years ago. Now he lives alone with his childhood friend who is also a widow.
I bowed deeply. "Sorry Madam, my name is Lee Jin Ae. Mr. Chang's new assistant". Madam Chang looked at me from top to bottom and up again. Very similar to that weirdo.
"It looks like you're young. Hurry up and help me lift this up" I don't see that Mrs Chang has a big bag and two bags of groceries. I helped lift everything up on the kitchen table.
"Is your job done?" ask her in a soft but firm voice. "It's the Madam" . It's 10 in the morning. Madam Chang took out a lot of groceries and started keeping me busy cooking. But this time I was only in charge of preparing the materials.
After 2 hours various complementary dishes are ready to be stored in the refrigerator. Madam Chang also prepared the spiced meat and told me to cook it on a low fire for 30 minutes. It was Mr. Chang's favorite meal.
"I heard in Seoul there are many cafes that sell coffee. How about we have lunch at the cafe?" I was stunned again. Madam Chang put on her jacket and waited for me who was still speechless.
My mom never went to a cafe with me. Every time I take my time, I always refuse because I can't leave Dad home alone. And now I have lunch at the cafe with my master's mother.
Madam Chang told me about her activities in Anyang. It turns out Mr. Chang's father was a civil servant. Anyang House was the home of Mr. Chang's parents. Although he had been persuaded several times to live together in Seoul, he did not want to. The reason does not want to disturb the life of his son who is a famous artist.
I smiled hearing it. I have also never seen what kind of life Mr. Chang lived. Because I'm just a maid in charge of guarding the house.
We brought coffee in our hands. I really miss my mom. I was determined when I got home from work I should call him. Arriving home, the sound of the tv was on. "You're home"
Mr. Chang stood up to his mother and hugged her. "I told you that going to Seoul should be with me or with Aunt Li".
Mr. Chang looks adorable when talking to his mother. I try not to hit myself when I think like that.
I went to the kitchen to let this mother and son reunion. "Jin Ae, please bring an apple." I brought 3 apples on a plate and a fruit knife. I put it on the front desk of Madame Chang who was already sitting on the sofa.
He saw me and saw Mr. Chang. I wonder what his view means. "I got sleepy after lunch with Jin Ae. Let Jin Ae just peel the apple for you."
Ohhh. That's the sign that I should peel the apple. I picked up the apple and started peeling it. Madam Chang went to the lower bedroom to rest and left me alone with Mr. Chang.
"Did you see the news on tv yesterday afternoon?" I looked at his face and answered "yes sir". "Aren't you jealous?"
The fruit knife is small but sharp. When exposed to the hands, the slightest wound will feel very painful. Being surprised by Mr. Chang's question I slightly sliced my index finger. It didn't hurt even though the blood came straight out of my finger.
"Why should I be jealous sir?" I asked Mr. Chang. Mr. Chang looked at me and then saw my finger. He took my hand and took me to the kitchen to wash my wounds. I just realized my hand was hurt. So-so.
But Mr. Chang laughed instead, while continuing to hold my hand under the water faucet. I'm so ashamed. How could I be surprised to hear such a question. I have never had a heart in the celebrity world. Just on this one man I can't help but be interested. And I only met 3 times in 3 days. I must be crazy.
Mr. Chang took off my hand and went to get the plaster. I tried to hide my red face. After giving the plaster, Mr. Chang went to his study with an occasional smile.
What if Mr. Chang reports to Mr. Park. I wasn't a fan of her when I applied for a job. I just like to see his handsome face in person. Do I have to find a new job again? Why should I overreact like this. I followed Mr. Chang into the study.
"Sir Chang, there's something I want to talk about"
"Get in" I walked into the study and saw Mr. Chang calling someone. Finish me. That must be Mr. Park.
"O yes Li. You know the conditions for the person who is my servant." I don't know where this courage came from. But I snatched Mr. Chang's phone and turned off his phone without seeing who he was calling. I can't lose this job. This is the only job with the salary I want.
"Sir, I'm sorry" I put the phone on the table. "Sir Chang, you misunderstood Me. I'm not a fan of my father. I also don't like my father. I swear". He saw me with one hand put in his pants pocket.
Why doesn't this guy react at all "True sir. I just. Because of that maybe I'm a little too happy."
Suddenly Mr. Chang looked me in the eye. He approached and kept approaching. I stood up straight ready to receive his anger. But he kept coming and hugging me. My brain is frozen.
He heard her whisper in my ear. "You know that now your face is so red?"
pushed him. "It's because I've never dated Sir." Oh...what other reasons am I making now. I should have just run out of the room.
"You never dated Jin Ae?" she doubted me. "Really Sir. I was busy working. I've never been close to a man" I talk like I'm proud of my experience. So stupid.
But it's all true. Never once did I think there was a man who liked me. Because I never cared about my appearance. I rarely buy new clothes to save on my expenses.
Mr. Chang smiled at me. His handsome face plus a wide smile looked very handsome. "Then, how about you go out with Jin Ae?"
I think this is too much. I like to see his handsome face. But I don't like it. Now that he asked like that, it felt like it wasn't real. It's excessive.
"I don't like Father. I'd like to work here as your maid, but if you think I'm intrusive, then it all depends on your decision."
I walked out of the study to the backyard. This time I was humiliated like this. Partly because of my stupid reaction. But a famous actor easily asked me out. He just wanted to make sure I was a fan of his and kick me out.
Can't do. I will not be tempted by his behavior and everything he says. I'm just a maid but I'm not a stupid woman. If he does anything rude, I'll yell and report to the police.