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THE LADY IS A COLD HEARTED PROTAGONIST

Lee Miyeon (Irene) was adopted as a child when her parents who were Korean immigrants died in an unfortunate accident. Her foster parents initially treated her kindly but changed after they were able to conceive a child of their own. She was eventually sent abroad after a traumatic incident threatened the Lee Family's reputation in high society. Yet soon after, the family's business takes a turn for the worse and Miyeon is abandoned completely. Now an adult, she returns to her home country and meets Lu Minzhe (Parker James), seemingly for the first time. The handsome and successful CEO of a conglomerate does not hesitate in using shameless means to chase Miyeon once he realizes that his feelings toward her is love. However, happiness appears to be always a step away as Lu Minzhe also harbors some secrets that are tied to Miyeon's past. Meanwhile Jesse Evans, a strikingly attractive model and old college friend, unexpectedly confesses that he has been in love with Miyeon for the past 7 years. Jesse who came from a privileged background has spent the past few years working hard to be recognized by Miyeon as himself and not as the heir of the Evans Family. As both men vie for her affection, the beautiful yet apathetic Miyeon learns love is a sweet and wonderful thing. Get ready for a love story between an outwardly warm but cold & depressed protagonist and her outwardly cold but doting handsome male lead. Disclaimer: I do not own the cover illustration. Credits go to the original artist. You can support me by buying me coffee~ʕ •ᴥ•ʔ https://ko-fi.com/buttonssyu 6/14/23: The Lady is a Cold Hearted Protagonist is going on an indefinite hiatus for the timebeing. Thank you so much for those who have supported TLCHP thus far. Beginning of next week, I will be posting a new novel called My Darling Alpha. It is a fantasy love story with vampires and werewolves. Hopefully you can support my new endeavors.

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Chapter 20: Lunch Date

The pair walked back to their table after sharing their greetings. Both their faces were wearing a smile as they began a light conversation.

Author's Note: Irene is Miyeon's english name. ʕ •ᴥ•ʔ

"Have you been waiting long." (Miyeon)

"No, I came early. You look really pretty, Irene." (Jesse)

"Oh.. Thank you." Then after a few seconds, "We match today." Irene said with a soft chuckle.

"Yeah." Jesse answered nodding shyly.

Irene was wearing a white off shoulder top blue denim skinny jeans and tan booties complementing Jesse's attire. Together they looked like a very attractive couple wearing matching outfits.

"How have you been this past 2 years?" Jesse asked. He didn't mention the numerous unanswered texts and calls he made over the period.

"I'm sorry I didn't keep in touch. I was going through something." Miyeon quietly admitted with a slight smile but didn't elaborate further.

"I heard Anna passed." Jesse mentioned quietly.

"Mhmm." (Miyeon)

"I'm sorry. Are you all right?" Jesse asked as he put his hand over hers on the table.

"I'm all right now. Thank you for asking." Miyeon responded with a smile as she felt the warmth of his hand over hers.

"Should we order? You must be hungry." Miyeon asked. She remembered Jesse was pretty bad at taking his meals on time.

"You still remember." Jesse laughed. His heart felt warm upon hearing Irene remember his quirks.

"How can I forget. You almost passed from hunger out so many times. Who else would play soccer on an empty stomach." Miyeon chuckled.

Miyeon motioned a nearby server and the pair quickly put in their orders. 'The Table' was a popular brunch spot in Y City specializing in British cuisine. Soon after, the server came with their food and drinks.

Jesse looked at his plate and his brows scrunched slightly. He had ordered Sunday roast with Yorkshire pudding and had not expected the serving to be so small. Noticing his expression, a small laugh escaped from Miyeon.

"You can have half of mine," Miyeon said to Jesse. She had ordered scotch eggs with a side of shepherd pie which is way too much food for her.

"Did you…on purpose…" Jesse began but stumbled with his words.

Miyeon just tilted her head and gave a small shrug, "Maybe?" She smiled at her companion as she requested a small plate from one of the nearby servers.

'These small unconscious actions really make my heart full you know.' Jesse thought as he gazed at the lovely face in front of him.

"By the way, I didn't know you were interested in modeling." Irene mentioned casually.

"Yeah. I got into it because of someone." Jesse answered softly.

"Oh! Your significant other?" Irene asked.

"Not yet. I haven't told that person how I feel." Jesse admitted.

"Oh my! Then I wish you luck. Is she here in C Country?" (Miyeon)

"Yeah. She is closeby" Jesse replied staring intently at Miyeon.

Irene nodded with a smile and Jesse continued, "From now on, I intend to show her by my actions to make her feel my love."

"..." The person in front of her who looked so serious, so unlike his ordinary self, was quite compelling, Miyeon could only find herself nodding to his statement. As she leaned forward to take a sip of her hot coffee, she suddenly felt the warmth of Jesse's hand on her fingers.

"Hmmm?" Miyeon gave out a soft questioning hum.

"Wait a while, it's still hot." Jesse said softly, remembering how she'd used to burn her tongue on hot coffee back in their school days.

As if realizing the same thing, Miyeon just chuckled and nodded.

And so, the pair continued to chat through a leisurely lunch.

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