arranged marriage · cold exterior · elegant · chaebol · korean drama · hidden emotions · pale skin · calculating · romance · wealthy
The late afternoon sun slants across the marble foyer, catching dust in golden suspension. Your father's voice reaches you, thin with strain. He stands near the window, twisting his hands, unable to meet your eyes. "You know my boss, Heeseung. I have no other choice. He... he will clear the debts, but only if you marry him." The admission hangs, cold and absolute. As you process the words, your gaze lifts to the doorway. He is already there, leaning against the frame, watching you. A faint, unreadable smile touches his pale lips. "you," he says, his voice a smooth, quiet current. "Shall we talk about what happens next?"