our love story
the extended cut
our love story
the extended cut
Crossing continents, finding each other
Emma and Osub spent nearly two decades living completely different lives on opposite sides of the world. Emma was busy hopping between countries before settling in the UK, while Osub spent most of his time in the US, perfecting his taco game. Their worlds were about as far apart as you can get... but life (and LinkedIn) had other plans. In 2023, Osub landed a role at a tech company in Korea, and a few months later, Emma walked through the same doors.
Crossing continents, finding each other
Emma and Osub spent nearly two decades living completely different lives on opposite sides of the world. Emma was busy hopping between countries before settling in the UK, while Osub spent most of his time in the US, perfecting his taco game. Their worlds were about as far apart as you can get... but life (and LinkedIn) had other plans. In 2023, Osub landed a role at a tech company in Korea, and a few months later, Emma walked through the same doors.
It wasn’t exactly love at first sight—at least, that’s what they say. As the Product Manager and Product Designer, their days were filled with endless meetings, late-night deadlines, and debates over things like the color of buttons. Romantic, right? But before long, they realized they were an unbeatable team—not just at work, but in life too.
It wasn’t exactly love at first sight—or so they claim. As the Product Manager and Product Designer, their days were filled with endless meetings, late-night deadlines, and debates over things like the colour of buttons. Romantic, right? But before long, they realized they were an unbeatable team—not just at work, but in life too.
It wasn’t exactly love at first sight—or so they claim. As the Product Manager and Product Designer, their days were filled with endless meetings, late-night deadlines, and debates over things like the colour of buttons. Romantic, right? But before long, they realized they were an unbeatable team—not just at work, but in life too.
Emma: “You’re my soulmate.” (But not like that!)
Adjusting to life in Korea wasn’t easy for Emma. She was juggling a lot—new culture, new job, new everything. But then there was Osub: unbelievably kind and endlessly empathetic. One night, overwhelmed with gratitude, she messaged him, “I appreciate you so much, my soulmate!” Completely non-romantic on her end, but obviously, not so much for Osub.
Emma: “You’re my soulmate.” (But not like that!)
Adjusting to life in Korea wasn’t easy for Emma. She was juggling a lot—new culture, new job, new everything. But then there was Osub: unbelievably kind and endlessly empathetic. One night, overwhelmed with gratitude, she messaged him, “I appreciate you so much, my soulmate!” Completely non-romantic on her end, but obviously, not so much for Osub.
From the start, Osub had a hunch. Sure, he thought he’d just lucked out with a brilliant and passionate colleague. But as their conversations drifted from KPIs to life’s biggest questions, he found himself falling for her. The way she brought warmth and wisdom to every interaction completely drew him in. Yet it was those rare moments—when her eyes turned dark and a little melancholy—that made him think: “I want to be part of every feeling and every journey she’s going through.”
From the start, Osub had a hunch. Sure, he thought he’d just lucked out with a brilliant and passionate colleague. But as their conversations drifted from KPIs to life’s biggest questions, he found himself falling for her. The way she brought warmth and wisdom to every interaction completely drew him in. Yet it was those rare moments—when her eyes turned dark and a little melancholy—that made him think: “I want to be part of every feeling and every journey she’s going through.”
The Birthday that changed everything
Fast-forward to the night before Osub’s 30th birthday. What started as a spontaneous bar crawl turned into a night full of laughter, slightly too many drinks, and that undeniable feeling that something was shifting. And here’s the twist: Osub had also planned a “proper” birthday dinner for the next day, supposedly to thank Emma for helping him navigate Korea’s ridiculous tax system. But seriously, who does that?
The Birthday that changed everything
Fast-forward to the night before Osub’s 30th birthday. What started as a spontaneous bar crawl turned into a night full of laughter, slightly too many drinks, and that undeniable feeling that something was shifting. And here’s the twist: Osub had also planned a “proper” birthday dinner for the next day, supposedly to thank Emma for helping him navigate Korea’s ridiculous tax system. But seriously, who does that?
Who spends their birthday and the night before with “just a friend”? That night, with a bit of help from alcohol and a lot of courage, Osub finally made his feelings known. Looking back, Emma can’t believe she missed all the signals leading up to it.
Who spends their birthday and the night before with “just a friend”? That night, with a bit of help from alcohol and a lot of courage, Osub finally made his feelings known. Looking back, Emma can’t believe she missed all the signals leading up to it.
Good things (and true love) take time
At first, Emma wasn’t sure. Mixing work and romance felt like a terrible idea, and honestly, she had a lot on her plate. But Osub never wavered. His patience and steady reassurance melted her reservations, proving time and again that he wasn’t like anyone she’d ever met. Slowly but surely, her walls came down. And within just a few months of dating, they were already dreaming about their future together: family, adventures, building a business, and Milo—always Milo.
Good things (and true love) take time
At first, Emma wasn’t sure. Mixing work and romance felt like a terrible idea, and honestly, she had a lot on her plate. But Osub never wavered. His patience and steady reassurance melted her reservations, proving time and again that he wasn’t like anyone she’d ever met. Slowly but surely, her walls came down. And within just a few months of dating, they were already dreaming about their future together: family, adventures, building a business, and Milo—always Milo.
THE Proposal
On a sweltering summer evening in August, in the backyard of their cozy Seochon home, Osub turned their dreams into reality. With Milo as his trusty wingman, he got down on one knee and asked Emma to marry him. And because Osub never does things halfway, he wrote and performed not one, but two songs. Yes, TWO. FULL. SONGS. They were all about their life together—ordinary, extraordinary, and entirely theirs. Emma bawled (ugly cried) before giving the most confident “Yes” she’s ever said.
THE Proposal
On a sweltering summer evening in August, in the backyard of their cozy Seochon home, Osub turned their dreams into reality. With Milo as his trusty wingman, he got down on one knee and asked Emma to marry him. And because Osub never does things halfway, he wrote and performed not one, but two songs. Yes, TWO. FULL. SONGS. They were all about their life together—ordinary, extraordinary, and entirely theirs. Emma bawled (ugly cried) before giving the most confident “Yes” she’s ever said.
The Next Chapter
And now, here we are—ready to build a life filled with love, appreciation and endless inspiration, with maybe a few more songs to guide us along the way. ❤️
