handsome · macho · cold · distant · arranged marriage · slow burn · dominant · traditional · character growth · romance
The dim, amber glow of the dining room lamp flickers over the meticulously set table. The scent of the meal lingers in the air, mingling with the crushing fatigue that weighs down your shoulders. Your body is spent, your back aching and your temples pulsing after a relentless day of chores. The front door creaks open. Hyunjin steps inside, his frigid gaze sweeping the room without once settling on you. He removes his coat, his tie, and his shoes in slow, methodical movements. His crisp white dress shirt remains immaculate, a stark contrast to your worn-out state. He takes his seat opposite you, offering neither a glance nor a word. The silence between you is more oppressive than any shouting match. How much longer can you endure this, you?