Love In Progress
Prologue
The humid air drifted in through my open window, carrying the faint, sweet scent of cherry blossoms from the bush just outside. It mingled with the familiar, slightly metallic smell that lingers after an afternoon shower, which had just passed~
On the sleek, minimalist surface, my laptop screen cast a bright, focused glow, its open spreadsheets a stark contrast to the sprawling cityscape beyond~
I reached for my mug, taking a slow sip of the steaming Gukhwa-cha, its chrysanthemum aroma that comforts my sensitive smell. The warmth spread through me, a small anchor in the quiet intensity of the morning~
Leaning back in my chair, I stretched, feeling the familiar ache in my shoulders begin to ease. My gaze drifted out the window, drawn by the expansive view~
Just as I thought I could get a sigh, a sudden ring of notification hit my phone~
Turns out it was my cousin who's now living in New Zealand. Her mom married a kiwis man there and even though Marin was against their marriage, seems like she's enjoying the countryside life now~
Evelyn Kim
My sachon yeodongsaeng
Marin
Still working on your laptop?
Evelyn Kim
Speaking off...
Marin
If I were you, I would be so bored to death😮💨
Evelyn Kim
Well it pays me, so I can bear the boredom
Evelyn Kim
How's life there, Marin?
Marin
It was fun and peaceful!
Marin
I get to feed the chicken and sheep!
Marin
Something that I couldn't find in a city with heavy traffics, polluted air,
Evelyn Kim
You're so real for that
Evelyn Kim
What a cute boy😍
Marin
He's the only exception lolol
Evelyn Kim
What's his name?
Evelyn Kim
He looks so well behaved ahh i'm cryingg
Marin
Yes, he learned it from me!😌
Marin
My baby's name is Geum
Evelyn Kim
Seriously Marin?
Evelyn Kim
You just translates the english word gold to korean
Evelyn Kim
You could've have pick a better name like Leo, Cali or Chuck
Marin
I need to talk to you about something important.
Marin
Just listen to me and don't overreact
Evelyn Kim
Cous, you're scaring the hell out of me
Evelyn Kim
Just go straight to the point
Marin
Please don't get mad at me🥲
Evelyn Kim
WAIT, ARE YOU PREGNANT?!
Evelyn Kim
YOU'RE ONLY 19!
Marin
Let me finish my words first!😮💨
Evelyn Kim
You almost scared me😂
Marin
If only you didn't overreacted!🙄
Marin
Have you heard about Love in Progress?
Evelyn Kim
No I haven't, am I missing out on something?
Marin
Whyy not? it's all over social media now
Evelyn Kim
Tell me what it's all about, cous!
Marin
I signed up for a popular dating website last week. It usually takes at least a week to get a reply from them.
Marin
The app lunches today, which also its operational start.
Evelyn Kim
Why are you on a dating website?
Evelyn Kim
Did your mom know about this?
Evelyn Kim
I'M TELLING HER!
Marin
I can't believe you would snitch on me, cous!🙄
Marin
But no, it's not for me
Evelyn Kim
Who is it for then?
Marin
I signed up using your name and your email address😚
Marin
I'm almost starting to think you're in a relationship with your laptop because of how intense your quality time together is.
Evelyn Kim
It's because i'm working in a company that requires my laptop, idiot😑
Marin
Yeah you watched k-drama on your laptop
Marin
You eat with your laptop
Marin
You sleep with your laptop, you even take it to the bathroom
Marin
Why don't you just marry your laptop?
Evelyn Kim
Hey, I was just playing some music that's why I always take it to the bathroom!
Marin
As a concerned sachon,
Marin
I can't bear seeing you suffering for being single since birth🥲
Evelyn Kim
Hah i'm not suffering!😤
Marin
Oh really? who will open your water bottle for you?
Marin
Who will reach for something you can't get because it's too high?
Evelyn Kim
I can do that myself!
Marin
Who will always remind you that you are beautiful and lovable?
Marin
No one because you're freaking single!
Marin
You're so old already
Marin
I signed up your name because you need this
Marin
You need someone who will make things easy for you
Marin
Who will love you for who you are, Evelyn
Evelyn Kim
You sound older than me.
Marin
Hey i'm trying to have a moment here!
Marin
Just try it cous, if it doesn't work out at least you tried.
Marin
Expect an email from them, cous
Marin
Don't worry Eve, it's safe and legit. I fact-check it!
Evelyn Kim
Seems like I can't back out now
Evelyn Kim
Fine, i'll try!
Evelyn Kim
I'll see if works for me
Marin
Also, I heard there's a lot of hottie joining the app
Evelyn Kim
I couldn't wait to dump one
Marin
Any ways, I have to get back to work!
Marin
My mom is trying to make my chick fat
Get Started
Love Guru
Congratulations, Evelyn!
Love Guru
The confirmation of your participation in "Love in Progress"
<Join the Journey of Finding Love> is here!
Dear Evelyn Kim,
I am writing to inform you that your interest in participating in the upcoming launch of "Love in Progress" has been officially approved. We are delighted to welcome you to this innovative dating experiment designed to help individuals discover meaningful connections, nurturing love as it evolves.
To get started, please download the app using the following link below:https://download.loveinprogress.com/registration
As we often say here "Love is a journey, not a destination." We hope this game inspires you to take meaningful steps toward discovering love that grows and blossoms over time.
Should you have any questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our support team at support@loveinprogress.com.
Evelyn Kim
I just received an email.
I thought it was one of those scams where they would tell you that you had just won a Samsung Cellphone or 50,000 won kind of craps~
Evelyn Kim
Maybe this is what Marin signed me up for and I was approved.
Evelyn Kim
Hmm doesn't look like scam to me
As I was scrolling through my laptop, reading my email, I suddenly sensed someone behind me.~
I glanced up and was startled to see my boss, who's in his 40's, with arms crossed and seems also interested about the opened email on my laptop~
Project Manager
I'm glad you joined that dating game, I heard it was pretty popular.
Evelyn Kim
Oh you're here, sir!
Evelyn Kim
Actually my cousin is the one who signed me up
Project Manager
You've probably been with your laptop for years. It's time to face the one who could actually take you on a date, haha!
I didn't expect that our project manager at Nexus Forge, who is usually strict and demanding, would have the time to joke around with me~
Project Manager
I hope you find your soulmate there, Eve:)
Thanks to his lowkey encouragement, I no longer feel reluctant to get involved in that dating game.
Evelyn Kim
Thank you, sir!
Project Manager
But make sure you don't neglect your work, Eve.
I looked up to him and nodded my head with assurance~
Evelyn Kim
I'll keep that in mind, sir!
He then turn around and started walking towards his separate office~
I looked at my screen one more time before finally deciding to download the app through the link they provided.
*Are you sure to download this app?*
I clicked the yes option and wait for the the downloading to finish~
Day 1
Haru
Hello, participants #5!
Evelyn Kim
Oh I already have a number?
Haru
I'm Haru, nice to meet you!
Haru
Consider me as your trusted companion. I'll be the one to guide you in your love journey.
Evelyn Kim
I wonder how many of us in this group🤔
Haru
Currently there are 7 participants who's already in the group chat, waiting for your arrival.
Evelyn Kim
Oh so there is 8 of us here!
Haru
Before we proceed, would you like to see your current profile?
Haru
Name: Evelyn Kim
Age: 25 years old
Birthdate: May 25
Occupation: Senior Graphic Designer at Nexus Forge.
Reason for Participation: Because I wanna marry a rich man! Uwu👉🥺👈
Evelyn Kim
Is that a joke?! When I see you Marin, when I see you.
Evelyn Kim
I don't want to marry a rich man because i'm rich myself he-he
Haru
Would you like to make a change on your profile?
Haru
State your reason before we head to the group chat.
Evelyn Kim
I'm tired of people telling me to just marry my laptop
Haru
Last but not the least, create a temporary nickname that you can use for when you go into the next group room.
Evelyn Kim
Since I love modern arts and my favorite artist is Van Gogh...
Evelyn Kim
I'll say Van Giggle!
Haru
Alright. The game will now begin.
Haru
Goodluck, Van Giggle hehe!
Haru
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