“These are the last papers to sign,“ the owner said.
“Thank you. It was a pleasure doing business with you.”
“Of course when you start making money” he slyly said.
“And I will” you guaranteed.
“Thank you for your time,“ he said. You happily shook his hand.
You looked around the entire place envisioning everyone enjoying themselves with food, chefs hard at work, hosting various themed events and gaining celebrity attention. You smelled the fresh cool air of the new rental space that will turn into your very own soul food restaurant.
“Dang it where is everyone at?” you scoffed to yourself. “Am I doing something wrong?”
“No, you’re still doing a good job as always.” Chel said. Chel is one of your closest friends. You two met in college as roommates and were inseparable ever since. You wouldn’t trade her for the world. She was your first investor to your restaurant. You promised to pay her back in full. She flew out to Korea to see you and help run the business with you.
“Thanks Chel.” you smiled. “I couldn’t have done this without you.”
“Girl, it’s no problem at all. I would do anything for you.” Chel said.
You stood at the front entrance with your arms folded, you were worried.
“We’re near one of the most populated areas in Seoul and no one hasn’t come in” you stressed.
“Here have a glass of wine.” Chel tried to hand it to you.
“Chel, I love you but this is not the time nor the place to drink while the restaurant is opened!” you scolded.
“What?! you worry too much. I’m just trying to help.” Chel said drinking the glass herself.
You continue to stare out the window with people steadily walking past.
“Where is everyone?” Minhyuk peeped his head out the kitchen door. Minhyuk has been with you two since the business opened. He walked in asking to be your cook after seeing your ad online.
“I don’t know,” you said.
Minhyuk came from behind the door teasing “What did you do? Scare everyone off?”
“Maybe your food was terrible" you teased back. Minhyuk made a playful sad face then laughed.
“I wish it was that easy, then I must be really ugly.” you chuckled.
“Far from it” Minhyuk complimented.
You smiled. “Your food is terrific by the way. I just wished people would COME in so they could see for themselves.”
“I’ve got an idea.” you said.
“What?” Chel asked, pouring another glass of wine.
“What if we gave people flyers of the restaurant?” you suggested.
“I’m down with that.” she agreed.
You head to the office to create festive flyers. You came out feeling proud of yourself.
You handed out a handful.
“Are you sure it’ll work?” Minhyuk said.
“It has to.” you insisted. “I’m running out of options.” An idea sparked again. “Or better yet…. what if we gave out samples of items on our menu?”
“Let’s do it,“ Chel supported. “People will know how good our food is.”
“Exactly” you agreed. “It’s worth a shoot.”
“What kind of samples should we make?” you mumbled flipping through the entire menu. You scanned the menu in seconds, analyzing what would be a popular item. “Any ideas?” Minhyuk questioned.
“Yeah, a few” you mumbled. “Ok, here’s what we’re going to do.”
Everyone stood at attention.
“We are going to create appetizer samples of fried chicken poppers as well as a small cup of homemade mac and cheese.”
“Alright, on it!” Minhyuk heads to the kitchen to get started.
“You think we can pull this off. Rent is due at the end of the week.” Chel asked.
“Hey, I thought I was the one that was supposed to be worried.” you corrected.
“You’re right.” Chel smiled heading to the kitchen with Minhyuk.
“I hope you’re not too drunk to help out.” you called out.
“Of course not.” Chel giggled.
You flipped the sign to the front door ‘CLOSED’ it wouldn’t make much difference since no one came in.
“So exactly how many samples do you want to make?” Minhyuk started to cook.
“At least a hundred samples maybe” you speculated.
“A hundred sounds good,“ Chel nodded, handing you an apron.
You three spent the next hour and half fixing samples for the locals. You covered the food in wrapping paper. You rolled out a little food cart with an umbrella attached to the top. You guys walked over to a crowded shopping area with a small one way road cars slowly passed through.
You three reached an intersection. “Should we get started?” Minhyuk asked.
“Yep.” you said as you finished the final touches to the stand.
Minhyuk began randomly walking up to people handing out samples and flyers on his tray. He even went out his way pointing in the general direction of the restaurant.
You and Chel did the same.
You had people reject your offer, they were in a rush to their next destination. Luckily, you guys ran into some tourists. You hoped they would stop by eventually while they were in Korea.
After giving away samples and flyers, Chel and Minhyuk took the remaining samples and headed back. You stayed behind cleaning the cart off. You heard a motorcycle in the distance, but you didn’t pay it any mind.
You reached a small intersection around the corner from the restaurant. The motorcycle became louder. You looked both ways in the crosswalk. You saw a guy on the motorcycle, he was far back, so you figured you’ll have ample time to cross. As you walked, one of the wheels got caught in the small pothole in the street.
You looked up at the motorcycle coming closer and closer. You tried your hardest to push the cart but it wouldn’t budge. Your heart was racing, you were about to panic. The motorcycle sped closer.
This is it. I’m going to die.
The motorcycle made a sudden stop and swerved in front of you and managed to reach a stopping point on the sidewalk.
A guy stepped off the motorcycle. His dark was slicked back with a fade on each side. His entire outfit was black with just a sliver chain hanging from his jeans. He had the most intimidating look on his face and to add his height made you feel smaller.
“What the hell is your problem?” he spoke in a rough deep voice that stirred you up.
“What the hell is yours? You could have hit me” you retaliated.
“Couldn’t you have waited until I passed?” he asked.
“I thought I would make it in time until one of the wheels on the cart got caught in the pothole, so if you’ll excuse me” you continued struggling.
He looked underneath the cart to see for himself.
“Let me help.” he said. You both grabbed each side of the cart pushed as hard as you could. The wheel broke free.
“No problem.” he said, smirking “What do you sell?”
“I wasn’t selling anything. I was giving samples away.” you answered while pushing the cart away onto the sidewalk.
“Samples of what? Hair products, make-up, facial masks….” he guessed.
“For your information, it was food. I own a restaurant nearby.” you corrected him.
“Let me push it for you.” he offered.
“No, I’m fine.” you denied. “But thank you, I’m not far from here.” you continued walking.
“Umm….who’s watching your motorcycle?” you cautioned hoping he would leave.
“No one’s going to touch it.” he replied and continued to walk beside you. He kept his eyes on you, studying you. You couldn’t clearly look him in the face without feeling embarrassed yet you felt completely comfortable. You were smitten.
“Again thank you for your help!” you said
“No problem, maybe I can give you a ride sometime,” he asked. You froze in place.
“You never rode a motorcycle before?” he asked.
“Maybe, I can change that,” he smirked. Your eyes slightly widen, thinking eroticly.
“Mmm. I’ll think about it.” you said as you both stepped in front of the restaurant. “Well, here I am.”
“This is your restaurant?” he asked. You spotted Chel and Minhyuk spying on you.
He looked up and noticed something. “I like how you played with the words,” he remarked. As you pushed the cart into the restaurant. You noticed he was looking up at the title. Se(ou)l Food.
“Thanks, I hope to one day bring a little soul into Seoul” you winked at him. Omg, did I just wink at him. Christ.
“That’s a plus. I could use a little soul myself. “ he winked back smiling at you . You shyly smiled.
“Yep. I just opened about three weeks ago.” you answered. “ Listen, well thank you for not killing me, how could I ever repay you?” you spoke in a mockingly girly voice.
“A ride” he answered. You nearly choked to his request. “A what?” you gasped. “Take a ride with me on my motorcycle". He smirked. “What did you think I mean?”
“Uhhhh…mmm” you hesitated. “Listen I’ll see you around.” He winked before walking off.
You stumbled back in the restaurant, flustered. “Girl, who was that?” Chel asked.
“Someone who could have hit me” you answered.
“I guess he didn’t hit it hard enough,” Chel suggested. “CHEL NO!” you shrieked. “What? We both know you could use some. You’re so tense. ” Chel smiled.
“Omg, not now. I have a business to run and I’m praying we can make some progress and actually get customers in here soon” you sighed.
Within the next week, business started to come along and business picked up on Friday nights. Koreans and Tourists alike. Customers really enjoyed your food and posted their reviews on social media.
As business continues, you never thought you’d see him again.
Distracted, “What can I get you?” you stared down at the notepad ready for an order. A familiar voice spoke, “I guess those samples really did pay off, Uh?”
“Oh God” you mumbled to yourself. You took your eyes off your notepad to see him smiling at you. “What are you doing here?” you seethed.
“What else am I here for?” he replied.
“I don’t know, why don’t you tell me?” you insisted.
“Relax, Baby Girl, I’m here to eat with my friend here. You looked across the table to see a gentleman politely wave. “Hi, you must be the girl, Woo was talking about.”
“Oh, so you’ve been talking about me?” you raised an eyebrow.
“I mean what can I say” he smirked as he shrugged his shoulders.
“Well if it’s any consolation, I’m happy you came to see how good the food is yourself” you smiled.
“No problem” he skimmed the menu. “Let me have a cheeseburger, fries, and a beer. He slowly closed the menu and looked at his friend to say his order. “Yeah, let me have fried chicken, with a side of mac and cheese and collard greens”.
“Sure, not a problem, I’ll get those orders for you”. You smiled while collecting their menus. You felt him staring at you as you walked away. You walked quickly into the kitchen so he wouldn’t see your reaction.
“Girl, did you see a ghost?” Chel asked as she was preparing to hand plates of food out the door.
You swallowed and spoke, “I’m fine, but he’s here”. Chel eyes widen in excitement. “He came back” Chel peeped through the kitchen double doors and saw him sitting with his friend. “Omg, girl, yeah he likes you. He wants to see you”.
“Now is not the time for all of this, we need to focus and provide everyone with a good experience” you remained calm.
“Minhyuk, I have another order for you for booth 3” you placed the ticket on tab grabber. “Got it,” he shouted. “Let me know when you need a break, I’ll jump in and cook” you shouted back. I’m taking a break in about 5 minutes, so if you can take over then” he mentioned as he dumped a new batch of chicken into the fryer and placed french fries into another fryer. “I gotcha” you said.
“Chel, if you can remain a waitress for me while I cook” you asked. “No problem girl, I got it” she left the kitchen to tend to the table.
You didn’t know which was hotter, seeing him or being in the kitchen cooking. You grabbed the hamburger from the massive fridge and placed it on the grill and continued to monitor the chicken frying. One thing you knew: collard greens and mac and cheese were popular side dishes, each day you keep these pots filled with hot food. You started to create side dishes. You cooked both sides of the burger perfectly and placed a slice of cheese, it slowly started to melt. You hurried and grabbed two brioche buns and buttered them and placed on the grill for one minute. The chicken and fries finished cooking, you placed them both in individual racks to drain. You created his plate and lightly seasoned his fries with sea salt, created his cheeseburger with every topping. It was massive. I hope he’ll be able to eat all of this. You created his friend’s dish, you prepared to give him a thigh, leg and wing with collards and mac and cheese served in individual stone bowls. You also included a small basket of hush puppies.
Chel burst through the doors, you jumped so hard. “Another order”. Minhyuk came back prepared to work again. “Thank you for covering me,” he said.
“No problem” you said. “Hey Chel, take these orders out to booth 3 for me, I didn’t realize how much time passed” you remarked.
You noticed every time you cooked, you were always in a daze, time always slipped away from you.
“Minhyuk, Chel came back with another order” you said.
“No problem” he said as you walked out the kitchen doors. You and Chel continued to wait tables. Each moment, you could get you glanced over at him eating. He was holding a piece of the burger with a fork. He was almost done with his food. Each bite he took, he savored. He licked his lips.
You went over to his table. “How’s everything?” you asked.
“So far, it’s really good,” he said as he wiped his hands and mouth with a napkin. His friend nodded in agreement.
“I’m Woo by the way” he introduced himself. “This is my friend Tres."
"Hi, nice to meet you” you smiled. “I’ll take your plates if you’re finished” stacking their plates together.
“Thank you”. You smiled and hurried to the kitchen.
You staked the plates in the dishwasher. You looked down at your watch only to see an hour and half left in time till closing.
You stepped out of the kitchen to say good-bye to him.
You stepped to his table to see he left a $50 dollar tip. Tips aren’t necessary in Korea. You continued to collect the remaining dishes on the table and wiped the tables and seats for more customers to be seated.
The next hour and half flew by. After Chel escorted the last customers out. You, Chel and Minhyuk collapsed into the chairs. Exhausted, you went back into the kitchen and gave Minhyuk and Chel a bottle of water to cool down.
“Well, you guys we did it!” you exclaimed. “It was successful for sure"
"Alright let’s clean up a bit, you guys go home and get some rest” you said.
Minkyuk and Chel took care of the kitchen while you took care of the dining area. You started stacking the chairs onto the tables. And began swiping the floor.
You went to the register and started counting the money and creating the deposit. You took what was left and paid Chel and Minhyuk. Agreement was met with them being paid on the weekly basis.
“We’re done with the kitchen, the food is set in the fridge, we cleaned the fryers, and everything else” Minkyuk reported.
“Thank you, I appreciate it,” you said.
“Should we wait for you?” Chel asked.
“No, you two go ahead. I need to mop the floor” you said. “I’ll see y'all tomorrow” you smiled.
Minhyuk and Chel waved good-bye and left.
You locked the doors behind them.
You went back into the kitchen and grabbed the mop bucket cart and began to mop the floors. You were almost finished mopping the floor near the entrance.
Lost in thought, you didn’t care for the slight knock at the door. The sign says closed.
“We’re closed!” you shouted. The knock continues. You finally look up to see him standing at the door.
You walked to the entrance to unlock the door, he’s smiling at you.
You opened, “Can I help you?"
"Can I come in?” he asked.
You sighed and let him in.
As you walked towards the mop bucket, you advised him. “Watch your step, I just mopped the floor. So don’t fall”.
He stepped carefully into the restaurant, you motioned him to follow you into the kitchen. You placed the mop bucket into the back room and came out. He was standing there observing the kitchen and the set up. “This is nice,” he said.
“You left in quite a hurry earlier” you remembered.
“Yeah, I did. I had all the more reason to come back” he responded.
“Because I didn’t even ask you for your name,” he answered. He stepped closer to you. His presence was overwhelming you.
“It’s ummm…. Y/N” you swallowed. The cologne he was wearing, heightened your senses. Damn, he smells good.
“Are you afraid of me?” he asked.
"I have a tendency to make people feel intimidated”. You were a little nervous. However, you definitely didn’t want him to notice. You kept calm.
"I was at first when you were about to hit me with your motorcycle” you smirked.
“I told you I wasn’t going to hit you, honest to God” he chuckled.
“If you say so” you reckoned.
“So why are you here exactly?” you asked. “I know you didn’t come all this way just for my name” you folded your arms.
“No, not just for your name. How about that ride?” he asked.
“Not today, I had a long day as you saw. Tell you what let’s postpone it for another time, deal?” you proposed.
“Deal” he said. “You know the face you made when I said ride when we first met?” he asked.
“I…don’t know what you’re talking about” you denied.
“I believe you do,” he stepped closer.
You were backed against the kitchen counter. You felt his aura engulfing yours. You started breathing slightly heavier.
“I know you wanted to see me too,” he whispered. “That’s why I came back, to be alone with you”. He continued “…..let me taste you”. He stared into your eyes.
You closed your eyes and you both leaned in for a kiss. His plump lips were soft and smooth. You pulled yourself closer to him. His arms wrapped around you, you wrapped your arms around his neck pulling him closer for more. You felt yourself become lighter and pulled away to breathe.
You both looked at each other. It was clear, you both wanted more than a kiss.
You both dove in for another kiss. This time, he picked you up in his arms and sat you down on the kitchen counter. He was all over you. You wanted it that way.
You both frivolously removed every layer of clothing. His arms and lower torso were covered in tattoos. His kisses were becoming more passionate and intense. You moaned in his mouth. He kissed your neck, working his way down. He was so warm.
You slowly parted your legs open.
“Neither will I,” you smirked.
He stroked his swollen girth, while licking his lips. He wants to tear you apart. He leaned for another kiss as he slowly slid inside your pulsing warmth. You immersed yourself fully into his presence as he stretched you.
He groaned in your ear. “Fuck baby girl.”
You gasped as he pulled you closer to him, you felt all of him. He steadily snapped his hips into you. You felt yourself becoming more wet with each tug and pull to your tight pink walls.
His pace increased with each passing moment. You tilted your head back savoring every moment.
“Hold on to me,” he said. He scooped you in his arms, holding onto him he lifted you off the kitchen counter, he held your legs in place and proceeded to plummet into you, your juices spilled out of you. You started to whimper out loud.
“I love how well you take this dick,” he whispered. You hung onto him tightly, you scratched his back. You were drowning in his sex. He kissed you harder as bounced on his dick, you moaned into his mouth. “Woo”. You felt yourself losing control, your body was his. He made sure it was.
Your eyes rolled to the back of your head. He placed you back on the kitchen counter, he lifted your legs over his shoulders.“I’m not going anywhere” he whispered, softly kissing you, his pace became deep and sensual. “Cum all over this dick,” he groaned.
He started deep into your eyes, as he kept his pace. He wanted to see your reaction as he quickened. Your face said it all. All he needed was confirmation, you were enjoying yourself, you were enjoying him. Your core began to tighten, you were ready to release, shivers ran throughout your body. You were barely able to hang on at this point. Woo saw you were about to reach your max. He gripped your sides to hold you in place as he rapidly tore you to pieces. He was becoming too much, you tried to push him off but you were too weak.
“I can’t hold it any longer!” you moaned loudly. He immediately felt your warm liquids squirted out your stretched pussy. He pulled away, as you climaxed in front of him. You trembled in place until your orgasm stopped. You saw him staring at you. You wanted to hide, you were embarrassed.
Still stroking his hardened member, he rubbed it against your sensitive pussy wanting to see more juices sprinkle out.
Your eyes widened in astonishment as you cried out in pleasure, more juices came out of you. You felt your body being numb. You didn’t know how much more you would take from him. You realized he wasn’t finished with you yet. You slowly assumed into position, with your feet touching the floor, your legs widened for him again. Your breast touched the warm surface of the kitchen counter where your back was on. He approached from behind, slid his dick inside once more. Your back arched for him to touch the most vulnerable parts of your wet dripping pussy. He gazed in awe as he tapped your ass from behind. Your skin collided with his, clapping in unison as he took control again. You continuously moaned his name out loud as you felt yourself slipping in a daze. He landed heavy slaps on both of your cheeks, making his hand print on your skin.
He grabbed a handful of your hair and pulled your head back a little as he kept his pace. You turned to face him, he kissed you. He placed his hand on your right breast, rubbing your nipple.
“Fuck” he groaned. “You feel amazing Y/N”
“So do you” you whispered. He pounded and pounded and pounded into you until his thrusts started to become more sloppy, he was reaching his max. “Woo, it’s alright” you said. You figured he knew what you meant.
He slipped out of consciousness as he came inside of you. His length released more cum than you had anticipated. He held onto you. He was breathing deeply. He remained inside of you for a few more minutes before pulling out. His thick cum seeped out of you. He hurried and grabbed a towel to clean up both of your messes.
He walked up to you and kissed you some more. He held you in your arms. “Are you ok? Did I hurt you?” he asked.
“No, I’m fine” you smiled. “It’s just been a while”
You looked down at your watch. It’s getting late.
As you both began to get dressed. “Let me take you home,” he offered. “I know it’s late, the trains don’t run at this time. Taxi Drivers aren’t the best at this time either”. He had a point.
You nodded your head. “Sure, thank you.”
You wondered if that would be it between the two of you. Just a one night stand.
You cleaned the kitchen counter off and turned all the lights off. Woo followed you out as you locked the door.
His car was parked right outside the restaurant. “What happened to your motorcycle?” you asked.
“Nothing, I figured to bring my car” he said as he opened the door for you. You got inside the passenger seat. “Where to?” he asked.
“I live in Gangnam” you said “I’ll tell you where to go” you instructed him to your apartment when needed.
However, the ride was awkward, you didn’t know what to say to him. You twiddle your thumbs.
He found your apartment, placed the car into park. You both sat there silently for a couple minutes. “Listen, thank you for tonight”.
“Anytime” he smiled. “Listen, Y/N, I know we barely know each other, I wanted to ask you if you would like to go out on a date with me?” he asked.
You smiled. “I would love to”
You both exchanged phone numbers. “I’ll text you later today,” he promised.
You both looked at each other again. You couldn’t stop staring at him. He placed his hand on your cheek and pulled you in for a gentle kiss. You both smiled and pulled away. You bit your bottom lip.
“I guess I’ll see you later then” you said exiting his car.
“You will” he smiled as he rolled down the window. He waited for you to enter the building before pulling off.
You entered the elevator to your apartment excited about the beginning of a new chapter in your life.
I hope you guys enjoyed this. I’ve been writing this for a long time. I guess you can say I’m back. I miss you guys, I hope everyone is doing well and being safe.