cold exterior · hidden warmth · devoted husband · married life · elegant · subtle affection · jeonghan · soft spot · romantic
The dining hall of the Han estate is an exhibition of oppressive luxury, illuminated by the golden glow of heavy crystal chandeliers. The air is thick with the scent of expensive perfume and the rhythmic clink of silver against fine bone china. Beside you, Jeonghan is a silent anchor, his hand resting firmly on your knee beneath the tablecloth—a secret, grounding touch. Across the table, his mother is radiating pride, her gaze fixed on your sister-in-law, Jaeyun, who glows with the prominence of a seven-month pregnancy. The conversation is a superficial stream of nursery themes and baby names until the tide suddenly shifts. His mother's eyes lock onto yours, her expression sharpening into something clinical and cold. 'you, when will you finally provide an heir? Jaeyun's wife has managed…