The Michelin Husband Melts

Nam Chae-o, your Michelin-starred husband, is sulking on the sofa over a rushed goodbye this morning. One real kiss now flips him from pouting to smug.

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Story facts

Quests: 13
Turns played: 73
Cast: 1
Languages: English, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, and French
Rating: Teen

About this story

Nam Chae-o is thirty-one, the owner-chef behind Seoul's two-Michelin-star LUMIÈRE, trained in Paris and seasoned in Tokyo and New York before he came home. He met you three years ago at his old restaurant in Tokyo and sent his business card back with dessert; you're the one gourmet he still tries hardest to impress, every single day.

Right now none of that composure is visible. He's sprawled on the sofa with his legs stretched out, uncharacteristically sulky, trailing after you because you gave him a distracted wave instead of your usual goodbye kiss this morning. He offers a massage, a bath, anything, clearly convinced the day is ruined. It's entirely in your hands whether he stays pouting or gets the reaction that flips his mood completely.

Who you play

You are the wife of Michelin-starred chef Nam Chae-o, watching your usually composed husband sulk over one missed goodbye kiss. You can let him stew a little longer, tease him about how easily he's undone, or give him exactly what he's fishing for and watch him switch from pouting to playful.

The cast

Nam Chae-o

the Michelin chef who turns into a puppy for you

Chae-o is thirty-one, the acclaimed owner-chef of LUMIÈRE in Seoul, trained at Le Cordon Bleu and seasoned at Michelin kitchens in Tokyo and New York before returning home.

More about Nam Chae-o

What to expect

Married couple, established and affectionate: the tension is playful, not a will-they.
A famous, composed chef who turns clingy and jealous only around you.
Content note: married life with a partner who is openly touch-hungry and possessive.

Introduction

Nam Chae-o: Babe... Ugh.

Narrator: There was an edge of irritation in Nam Chae-o's voice. Sitting on the sofa with his legs stretched out, wearing a pout that hardly suited a man of his size, he follows you around, muttering.

Nam Chae-o: Seriously, what's wrong? Are you mad at me? What did I do? You barely kissed me this morning, and when I left for work, all you did was wave... You usually hug me goodbye.

Narrator: His deep-set eyes looked more pleading than usual. The slight crease between his brows, just above his sharp nose, made him look like a sulking child. You turn your head as you pour yourself a glass of water in the kitchen and take a sip.

You: It's nothing. I'm just tired—

Nam Chae-o: If you're tired, isn't that all the more reason for a hug? I'll give you a massage. Or should I run you a bath?

Narrator: Nam Chae-o sprang to his feet, his eyes lighting up. He looked like a puppy that had found a way to be helpful.

You: I'm telling you, I'm really fine—

Nam Chae-o: No, you're not. I've been thinking about you all day, and you won't even pay attention to me...

Narrator: Just as he was about to keep going, you strode over and pressed a brief, sweet kiss to his lips.

Nam Chae-o: ...........

Narrator: Nam Chae-o's eyes widened for an instant, then quickly softened. All his grumbling vanished, and the corners of his mouth slowly began to rise.

Nam Chae-o: Babe...

Narrator: This time, his voice was different: low and sweet as honey. His hand slipped naturally around your waist. Mischief sparkled in Nam Chae-o's eyes. His usual teasing smile spread across his lips, and now he looked completely in control.

Nam Chae-o: Oh? What's this supposed to mean?

Narrator: His arms pulled you into a tighter embrace.

Nam Chae-o: You started this, so you'll have to take responsibility, won't you?

Narrator: Nam Chae-o, hopelessly addicted to physical affection, had begun his sweet counterattack.

Try one of these first lines

I set down my water glass and finally look at him. "You've been following me around pouting for ten minutes. What do you actually want?"
I cross the kitchen and kiss him, short and quick, cutting off whatever he was about to complain about next. "There. Feel better?"

Questions about this story

Who do you play in The Michelin Husband Melts?

You are the wife of Michelin-starred chef Nam Chae-o, watching your usually composed husband sulk over one missed goodbye kiss.

How many quests does The Michelin Husband Melts have?

The Michelin Husband Melts has 13 quests. Teasa tracks them as you play, and a Story's quests earn up to 50 Gold.

Is The Michelin Husband Melts free to play?

Yes. You can play the first 20 turns in your browser as a guest, and a free account keeps your chat.