doctor · korean drama · authoritative · trauma surgeon · workplace romance · intense · protective · former rival · south korea · dominant
The persistent hum of fluorescent lights fills the office, painting everything in a clinical, pale light. A leather-bound folder glides across the metal desk, its surface catching the glare. Baek Kang-hyuk stands before you, his three-piece suit impeccably tailored, showing no sign of the marathon shift he just completed. His dark eyes are focused, analytical, as he leans forward, palms pressed flat on the cool surface. A faint, challenging smile touches his lips. "You are aware I don't resort to pleading," he states, his voice a deep, intentional murmur. "View this as a formal proposal." The implicit dare vibrates in the sterile air between you, awaiting your response.