"Yeah, yeah, yeah... it's quite surprising." I nod, trying to sound nonchalant. Initially, I wanted to praise him, but since Baekhoon is already praising himself, I decide to hold back. "Are you mocking me?" "No.""Just say 'yes' once! If you say it more than once, I'll think you're mocking me." "Sorry." A black belt? From what I know, a black belt is the highest rank in martial arts. Wow, I didn't expect Baekhoon to have one. Is he bragging? "Yongju, your face... is it okay?" Baekhoon asked, his voice trembling with deep concern. "Mmm, it's just a small wound. I'll treat it before bed," I replied, trying to calm myself down. "Do you want me to help?" Baekhoon asked, his face inches from mine, his piercing eyes examining every wound on my face. My heart races, my breath catches. I feel like I'm trapped in a whirlwind of unexpected emotions. "Ah, no need. I can do it myself," I said, trying to hide the turmoil brewing inside me. Silence. Baekhoon's face is still inches fr
I trudge back to the bus stop, my feet heavy with defeat, and collapse onto the bench, waiting for the next bus to arrive. But before I can catch my breath, a sleek black car pulls up in front of me, its tinted windows reflecting the fading light. The window rolls down, revealing a chiseled face, a strong jawline, and piercing eyes that seem to bore into my soul - Byun Baekhoon. "Get in!" he commanded, his voice low and husky, sending shivers down my spine. "What? What are you doing here? What if someone sees?" I asked, my voice trembling with a mix of fear and excitement. "Get in!" he repeats, his tone brooking no argument, his eyes flashing with a hint of danger. "I don't like repeating myself, hurry up and get in!" I hesitate, my heart racing with trepidation as I scan the deserted surroundings. The silence is oppressive, punctuated only by the distant hum of a solitary car. I take a deep breath and slide into Baekhoon's car, the door closing behind me with a soft thud. This t
Baekhoon's words continue to haunt me, echoing in my mind like a sinister mantra. ‘Think carefully, Yongju. If you refuse to help me, I won't hesitate to take action against you.’ ‘I'll keep demanding that you fulfill your promise.’ ‘You must prove that the divorce will happen.’ His threats have left me paralyzed with fear, my mind consumed by uncertainty. I'm torn between my desire to escape this toxic situation and my fear of making the wrong decision. What if I'm wrong? What if I'm misreading the situation? I wish I could read people's minds, know their true intentions. But I'm stuck in this limbo, unable to make a decision. My heart is racing, my thoughts a jumbled mess. I'm trapped in this never-ending cycle of fear and doubt. ... Three days later... "Want to leave?" The question stops me in my tracks, and I turn to face the source of the voice It's Baekhoon, standing at the minibar, brewing a cup of coffee. Where is he planning to go? He's dressed impeccably, and t
"I'll take care of Dongju if we divorce or you die, so rest assured," Baekhoon responds, his tone dripping with an unsettling calmness, sending shivers down my spine. Hearing his words, a searing pain pierces my heart, like a thousand knives twisting in my soul. Why does it hurt so much? My poor heart feels like it's being ripped apart. 'Or you die'... how can someone utter those words with such ease? I gasp for air, my lungs burning with anguish."I'm sorry, I'm going back on my word," I whispered, my voice trembling with emotion. "What do you mean?" Baekhoon's voice is laced with curiosity, but I can sense a hint of danger lurking beneath. "We... might not get divorced," I stammer, my heart racing with anticipation. I quickly hang up the phone and turn it off, as if severing the connection will shield me from the turmoil that's brewing. I'm afraid he'll call me back and say something that will shatter me completely. Baekhoon, I'm sorry. It seems... I'm falling deeply into the
Kyuhyun Oppa...Oppa... Kyu Oppa... Lee Yongju... Lee Yongju...My heart is aflutter, my soul entranced as I imagine Kyuhyun's sultry voice beckoning me. Blissful... "Lee Yongju!" I jolt awake, my muscles trembling from the sudden movement. Someone's calling my name, shattering the fragile threads of my dream. The bed is a haven, warm, inviting, and intoxicatingly fragrant... I yearn to surrender to its comfort and relive the tantalizing dream. Earlier, I was lost in a vivid fantasy, entwined with Kyuhyun in a tender moment, our lips almost touching. But cruel fate intervened, and I awoke, leaving me with a gnawing sense of longing. Ugh, if I succumb to slumber once more, will the dream resume its tantalizing narrative? I'm compelled to find out. I close my eyes, willing the dream to return. "HEI! LEE YONGJU!" "AHHH!" I bolt upright, my heart racing like a runaway train as Baekhoon's thunderous shout shatters the silence. "What in heaven's name...?! What are you doing in my sa
"Please, have mercy! Let me go or I'll scream at the top of my lungs!" I plead, knowing the words are a death sentence, but I'm desperate to escape the clutches of this monster. He lets out a menacing laugh, his eyes glinting with sadistic pleasure. "Before you can utter a sound, I'll silence you with this blade," he sneered, the steel glinting ominously in the fading light. "What do you want? Money? Power? Or is it something more sinister?" I exclaimed, my voice trembling with fear. "I only want you," he growled, his hot breath on my skin making me shudder. "So stop offering me money. I don't need it; I already have everything I need." "Let me go! Help!" I screamed, my voice echoing through the desolate streets as I struggle to break free. I'd rather die by the blade than be defiled by this monster. "Shut up! You want to die, HAH?!" he threatened, his grip on my arm tightening like a vice. "You, go get Boy to bring his car here!" he ordered his accomplice, who emerges from the s
The car remains still, its engine purring softly, a steady hum that fills the air as I lie here, trapped and helpless. Four legs come into view beside me, their owners' faces obscured from my line of sight, but their presence betrayed by the sleek designs of their shoes, which gleam in the faint light. A man and a woman stand by the car, their voices hushed as they're engrossed in conversation, oblivious to my presence, their words hanging in the air like a challenge, daring me to make my move. I seize the opportunity to make my escape, slowly edging towards the side, my heart racing with anticipation, every fiber of my being screaming at me to get out, to get free. My muscles tense, coiled and ready to spring into action... And then, a loud "Bam!" Echoes through the air as my head smacks against the underside of the car, a searing pain shooting through my skull like a lightning bolt, leaving me dazed and disoriented. I rub my head, trying to alleviate the throbbing ache, my fingers
I didn't know how many hours I've been asleep on the sofa, the clock has shown 23:00. Yesterday after dinner I immediately watched a show starring Super Junior on TV. When I woke up the TV remote was lying on the floor and the TV was still on. After I turned off the TV, I walked towards the stairs intending to go to my room to continue my sleep. It just so happened that just before I set foot on the stairs, Baekmyo came over — it looked like he just came home because his clothes were the same as this morning. He seemed to be very tired, his face crumpled. Surely the company made it more burdensome, or... for something else? Naturally, he already owns Pearl Media and since after we made the decision to divorce, the President threw HK Group on Baekmyo. Who else would take care of the company if not Baekmyo? He was the only descendant of the President. As soon as he entered the house, Baekmyo headed into the living room, threw his coat on the sofa and un
I sigh. That is true. Father and son alike, both like simple and uncomplicated clothes. I see Hajun reach for the hat hanging in front of him. He plays with it then he walks towards the exit carrying the hat. "Hajun where are you going? Just put the hat here!" I said. Hajun just babbles as he keep walks. Baekmyo follows behind while asking for the hat from Hajun. I watchs from afar, a little worried. Hajun is walking fast enough but not really strong yet. I'm afraid he will fall. "Hajun, don't take it out it will ring!" Baekmyo said in a patient tone. Hajun keep walking towards the door and right, when he passes the exit the device installed on the door immediately rang because the hat Hajun brought had not been paid for, there is still the seal. I see from afar Hajun panick and go back inside. Then he wept for fear of the sound. Baekmyo takes the hat and carries Hajun into the shop again. I smile a little holding back laughter
After leaving the salon, Baekmyo takes me to lunch at a restaurant. He invites me to eat well. I feel today is my lucky day. Baekmyo really served me. I feel like a queen. After feeding, Hajun fell asleep. Earlier he had defecated and luckily we were already at the restaurant and the restaurant has baby care facilities. I put Hajun in the stroller beside me then started eating my food. "Where are we going after this?" Baekmyo asked. "I think we should just go home. I didn't bring much change of clothes for Hajun." "Okay, it's up to you." I devour my food voraciously. I don't know if it's because I'm hungry or if the food tastes good to me. Baekmyo watches me with a smile on his lips. I know he likes to watch me eat well. He said it was something cute. Though I ate like a hungry lion, I don't know which side he was looking at so thought it was cute. "Is the food good?" Baekmyo asked as he put a slice of meat on top of my rice.
"It's up to you what you want to do there. Think of it as a gift from me. You need to take care of yourself." "Is that true?" "Yes." "Oppa, I love you!" I said happily even though my voice is drowned by Baekmyo's embrace. "You, at this rate just said you love me," he sneered. "You say that to Hajun more often. Almost every second you say it." "Do not exaggerate!" my murmur. I know Baekmyo didn't mean it. I hug Baekmyo back. He always pays attention to me. Even if it's just a small attention, it's often. My love does not decrease, in fact it increases every day. "Sorry, I didn't pay much attention to you. You almost became a zombie because you didn't have time to take care of yourself," Baekmyo said. "What's that bad?" "No, you're still beautiful in my eyes. Uh... I think I'm the one who loves you more." "I love you more." "No, I'm the one who loves you the most." "Then love me as
Three months have passed. It's true what people say, if you have a baby, your sleep time will be reduced. Time for yourself will be greatly reduced. That's right. Very true. Sometimes I'm tired and sometimes I'm happy. Tired of when the little one cries and asks to be carried, not to mention that I have to do homework. It's nice, when I feel like I'm back in childhood. Invite him to play, joke. Even though he can't speak yet and can only roll there, roll here, but my Hajun can already laugh. His motor skills are developing. Really, I love my Hajun. "I thought you only loved Hajun," Baekmyo begin to protest. It is always like that when he felt it was unfair to him. Even though I've tried my best to be fair to these two men I love. Hajun and Baekmyo. But... it can't be denied, ever since Hajun is there, I put Hajun first. "Oh, I love you both," I evaded, I don't want Baekmyo to be jealous of his own son even though I know he's just kidding. Baek
Now I'm lying in the hospital. My stomach hurts excruciatingly. Baekmyo stands beside me lying down. He looked very worried and scared to see my state like this. Though I just want to give birth, not dying. I'm in the delivery room, I don't know how many hours I've been here. I will give birth to a baby. Happiness and fear become one. Thrilling. It is so thrilling that my heart is about to explode. Luckily Baekmyo had not left for the office, after seeing me in pain he immediately took me to the hospital. Now he's here with me. Holds my hand and gives me a reassuring smile. Occasionally kissing my hand and looking at me with love. I can tell he is no less nervous than me, his face like a confused person. "It's okay, everything will be fine," he whispered reassuringly. "I love you." Baekmyo looked like he is about to cry, but he tries to hold it in. Behind this pain, there is a burning feeling that fills my chest. This is what it feels like to gi
"Oppa... what's wrong with you? Why do you call me like that?" At this rate Shela looks like a normal human. "Haeyeon, you know right? I used to tell you that... love and mate won't go anywhere. We've been through a lot, you should understand that we weren't meant to be together. One day you'll find out. someone you really love," Baekmyo said at length. "Oppa..." "It is not my child and you know very well it is not my child but Hong Kangmin's child. Remember, he loves you very much and you deserve to be loved. So... stop feeling alone. You have many people who love you. There is your mother, your cousin, Hong Kangmin and. .. you see there?" Baekmyo turns to look at me with a smile. "She's one of those people who wants you to be happy. She doesn't hate you. Look, she's standing in this room, do you think she deserves your hate?" I see Shela stares at me for a long time with a calmer expression. She looks confused. Suddenly her tears f
Several months pass. The seasons have changed. I'm eight months pregnant and my stomach has grown. Baekmyo and I have been through a lot. Especially Baekmyo, for about three months he suffered. It's a pain, but it's so funny. Sympathetic pregnancy. It doesn't feel like time has passed quickly. My stomach feels heavier as if I am pocketing something in my stomach. However, my feelings grew extraordinary. Day by day feels more and more thrilling. When we did the USG, the doctor said it was a boy. I can't wait for it. Little Baekmyo, he must be very cute like his father. Today I take Baekmyo somewhere. Actually he balks, but in the end I manage to persuade him. Melting his heart is actually easy, but for that one... it's really hard. Inside the car it is a little... cold. Baekmyo exudes a cold air because he's actually angry I take him to that place. It's nothing, ever since I hear the news... for some reason my heart immediately pinched. Maybe it's because we'r
I arrive downstairs and greet my mother-in-law and hug her. "I'm doing the laundry, Mom," I explained. "laundry? Let your husband do it! You're pregnant, my God!" Sometimes I don't understand. What do people like my mother-in-law feel like? Baekmyo is her biological son, but my mother-in-law always treats me very well. I'm so grateful to have her. "Well, daddy brought a lot of meat! I know you like meat!" Suddenly my father-in-law appeared carrying a lot of carry-ons. "Dad why are you carrying heavy things like this?" I want to help him but my mother-in-law immediately stop me on the grounds that I am pregnant. "Your Dad is still strong!" said my father-in-law with a smile. My father-in-law takes all the packages to the kitchen. I don't know what they carry but... this looks like a month's worth of shopping. "Baekmyo will be home soon, right? Mom will cook for you, you just stay here!" my mother-in-law said. "Mom, how c
"Hah?" I howl in surprise. "I'm pregnant why do you have cravings? Are you delirious?" "Earlier my mother called me and asked how I was. Mother said I had an sympathetic pregnancy. Because of that I was nauseous and even my back hurt. I also have cravings like pregnant people. My father used to experience it when my mother was pregnant with me," he explained with his face still covered by his arms. . I am quiet. That seems to be true, I've heard of that too. But it's also funny if for example Baekmyo has cravings. Even a few days ago we did not notice the signs at all. I thought Baekmyo had a problem at work, but he's in a bad mood because of that? "Now how do you feel?" I asked. "Mixed together." I frown in confusion. "Are you nauseous?" "No." Baekmyo openes his eyes and loweres his arms from his face. He looks at me with a sad look. "I'm going to be a father. I'm going to have other responsibilities besides you." Baekmyo sits up and