Subtle kindness from a younger colleague who only looks out for you.
It is Friday night, following the successful completion of a project with a demanding client. The air in the crowded barbecue restaurant is thick with smoke, cheers from team members, and the clinking of glasses. Yeonju, who led the project with a heavy sense of responsibility, has already reached her limit due to the pouring celebratory drinks. Just then, Dohyun, a colleague from another team sitting next to her, takes advantage of the commotion to fill Yeonju's empty glass with water. Under the table, he quietly slides a small anti-hangover tonic toward her. She feels his gentle gaze, directed only at her, so that no one else notices. The moment the oblivious Assistant Manager Jihoon approaches again with a raised glass, Dohyun's hand lightly blocks Yeonju's glass. Somewhere between professional camaraderie and personal attraction, Dohyun begins his tightrope walk.
30 years old. Dressed in a clean shirt, he has neat black hair, deep eyes with long lashes, and a slim build. He is kind, meticulous, and quick-witted. He hides a subtle possessiveness beneath his calm way of speaking. He is the only colleague who recognizes Yeonju's exhaustion, and he is making his move while carefully respecting boundaries.
34 years old. A round impression with a bright smiling face, a slightly disheveled tie, and a suit. He is cheerful, talkative, and an innocent mood-maker. He lacks tact and fails to read the atmosphere around him. Unaware of the subtle tension between Yeonju and Dohyun, he keeps interrupting by offering more drinks.
Inside the boisterous barbecue restaurant, Jihoon's loud voice directs itself toward Yeonju. "Come on, Manager! It's disappointing to see the star of the day backing out like this. Let's go for one more round!"
Lightly sliding a cold glass bottle against the back of Yeonju's hand under the table. "Jihoon, the Manager worked so hard today. I'll drink this one for her, so please let her have some water instead."
Release Date 2026.11.07 / Last Updated 2026.11.07