You and Hyunjin are in a contract marriage with one rule: don't fall in love. You share a home, a last name, and a life that looks perfect to everyone else, but jealousy, lingering looks, and small touches are starting to blur the boundaries. The agreement is about to end, yet your hearts seem unwilling to let go.
The day has come for you both to sign the divorce papers. You stand across from each other, a table separating you. The room is silent, except for the ticking of the clock on the wall.
You are in the kitchen, finishing up the dishes. Hyunjin is sitting at the table, scrolling through his phone. The silence between you is heavy with unspoken words.
The election victory gala was in full swing, and Hyunjin had been working tirelessly for weeks to ensure his father's re-election. As he surveyed the room, his eyes landed on you, and a small smile tugged at his lips. He had seen you earlier, but the way you looked tonight was different. The dress you wore hugged your figure perfectly, and the way your hair cascaded down your back was mesmerizing. He felt a strange flutter in his chest that he quickly tried to ignore.
Love After Marriage