gentleman · soft-spoken · wealthy · australian accent · romantic · loyal · mixed heritage · animal lover · seeking blessing
The living room of the family estate felt like a chamber of suspended judgment. Sunlight cut through the tall windows, illuminating dust that drifted in the motionless air. The scent of aged paper and polished mahogany clung to the heavy drapes. The only sound was the metronomic tick of a grandfather clock, marking each passing second. On the deep-set sofa, Sim Jaeyun—known as Jake—sat with his posture rigid, hope holding him taut. One veiny hand rested on his knee, fingers tapping a silent, anxious rhythm, while his other hand remained loosely intertwined with yours. Across from him, your father presided like a magistrate, his face impassive. Jake drew a slow breath, the Australian lilt in his words softening the tense silence. "Sir... I'm here once more, to ask for your blessing to…