Alpha Culinary Love

Chapter 12: please return before lunchtime

As I closed my eyes, trying to push aside the whirlwind of emotions, the sudden sound of the door opening jolted me back to reality. Opening my eyes, I saw Yura standing at the doorway, her presence sending a shiver down my spine.

I could feel my senses going on high alert as the sweet scent of strawberries filled the room. It was as if I was losing control of my mind, my thoughts becoming clouded by desire.

For a moment, all I could think about was marking Yura as my own. The thought sent a shiver down my spine, but the pull of her pheromones was too strong to resist. As she approached me, her scent enveloping me, I felt myself losing my grip on reality.

I struggled to fight against the overwhelming desire coursing through me, but the closer Yura got, the more her strawberry pheromones intoxicated me. Despite my best efforts, I couldn't help but release my own pheromones in response.

I was on the verge of giving in when I suddenly bit my tongue, the sharp pain snapping me back to my senses. With all the willpower I could muster, I managed to pull away from Yura and dart into the bathroom, making sure to lock the door behind me.

On the other side of the door, I could hear Yura knocking and trying to get in, her voice filled with urgency and desire. But I couldn't afford to give in to temptation, not when I was so close to losing control.

I leaned against the door, trying to catch my breath and calm my racing heart. The air in the bathroom was cool and soothing, providing a welcome respite from the overwhelming emotions swirling inside me.

For a moment, I considered giving in to Yura's advances, but I knew that it would only lead to disaster. With a heavy heart, I resolved to keep my distance from her, no matter how difficult it might be.

But as I stood there, the sound of Yura's voice outside the door, pleading and desperate, I couldn't help but feel a pang of guilt. I knew that I was hurting her, but I also knew that giving in to her desires would only lead to more pain in the long run.

While the pancakes cooked, I sliced some fresh vegetables, including crisp cucumbers and spicy radishes, to serve as side dishes. I also whipped up a batch of spicy kimchi, its pungent aroma adding a tangy kick to the meal.

As the pancakes finished cooking, I arranged them on a platter, garnishing them with sesame seeds and green onions for a pop of color. I placed the side dishes around the pancakes, creating a beautiful and delicious spread.

Finally, I brewed a pot of fragrant Korean tea to accompany the meal, its soothing aroma filling the kitchen.

After finishing breakfast, I called a servant to take the meal to Yura, and she quickly left. Meanwhile, I ate quickly, intending to head to my restaurant. However, a servant stopped me.

"Madam Jiyeon, if you're going out, could you please return before lunchtime." she asked seriously.

At the same time, the system screen appeared:

[New quest unlocked: Return home before lunchtime and prepare lunch, and take care of your wife.

Rewards: +10 favorability with Yura, a new recipe, and the opening of the system store.]

Feeling a mix of frustration and resignation, I realized that I had no choice but to comply. I couldn't risk upsetting Yura or missing out on the rewards. With a sigh, I nodded to the servant, indicating that I would return on time.

"Alright, I'll be back before lunch," I replied, my voice tinged with reluctance.